(Manhattan Toy $35) High contrast black and white graphics are now combined with bold colors so the mobile can be changed as baby...

( Manhattan Toy $18) The Winkel is now a BLUE CHIP AWARD winner. It has stood the test of time as a great choice for older babies. This year it's been updated with a lighter color range and a black and white center core. Our original review from 2013. Easy for little hands to grasp, this colorful toy can be used for tracking games with newborns and will be perfect as baby begins to reach out and take hold of things. It is easy to clean, light-weight and fun for passing back

(Ravensburger $15.99) Welcome back, Humpty Dumpty! Your sitting up baby will enjoy batting at this rolling toy that never goes too far....

(International Playthings $7.99) Looking for a toy that will go the distance? A classic set of nesting cups may look old fashioned, but...

(Learning Resources $19.99) Gears that spin are fascinating learning tools and this 17-piece set is designed especially for the younger...

(Crayola $19.99) Color Wonder has added a mess-free stamping set that will be satisfying for preschoolers. Kids put the stamper over the...

(Green Toys $49.99) A small but solid miniature farm setting. A two storied barn has doors that open front and back so animals and...

(Green Toys $49.99) An action packed miniature setting for pretend fire fighters, this two-storied fire station has doors front, back,...

(Corolle $72) Emma is a 14” all vinyl drink-and-wet doll. She comes with her own potty. Emma is a good bath toy as well as an excellent prop for "big sister" gifting, learning about cause and effect and for the potty training stage. 18 months and up. There is also an anatomically-correct boy version of this doll. Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award 2026 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Blue Chip Award Click here to purchase the product from Amazon.

(Corolle $44.99) A soft bean filled body, this lightweight 12” doll has a sweet face, a vinyl head, arms and legs and is dressed in a blue and white romper and knit hat. He can sit, snuggle, and enjoys being nurtured. Vanilla scented like all Corolle dolls, he’s a nice armful for the new “big” brother. Corolle also makes an anatomically correct boy doll (see: Paul Drink and Wet Bath Baby) that costs a little more for the extra feature. 18 months and up Ages: Toddlers, Pres