( Fisher-Price $39.99) The Little People Caring Fun Animal Farm is a small pretend setting just right for toddlers to explore. The set comes with a horse, a chicken, a pig, a cow, a farmer and a bale of hay. Our tester's favorite part was opening the barn doors to hear the cow moo and snore! Talk about the animals, what sounds they make and where they can be placed. This type of setting is really a great opportunity for language development. As your child grows, you can star

We are delighted to announce the Best Toys in the Toddler Category for 2025. These toys have been awarded our top honor, the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award ! Toddlers are all about their new found mobility and curiosity. It's important to bring home a mix of playthings that play to their strengths and foster confidence in their ability to make things happen! And if you've ever played with a toddler, you know they love doing things again and again. Dolls and Huggab

( Hart & Hero $90) By far the best toy stroller on the market. It's so beautifully constructed with sturdy wheels and substantial frame. We also love the gender-free design. Our three year old tester loved the basket underneath for storing things while on the go. A great choice for older toddlers and preschoolers. Ages: Toddlers, Preschool Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinuml Award 2025

( Cuddle+Kind $37-41 each) Cuddle + Kind has expanded their Baby Animal collection this year. It's hard to pick from these sweet 7 " hand-made dolls. They're pricey but very special. If you buy three, they come in a gingerbread gift box this season (at no extra charge). Our favorites this year include the Ladybug, the Daisy and the Otter. We are also loving the Octopus. There are no buttons or doo dads that come off, the features are all crocheted into the dolls in soft

( Cuddle + Kind $76-$98) This year's collection from Cuddle + Kind is the best yet! This year there's a new collection of ponies - Sophia in a pink jumper (with little flowers), Liam in blue shorts and Kelsie in a sweet dress . There's also Bella the honey bear in a scalloped-trimmed dress, Alexander the Honey bear who has a baby bear in his front pocket. Equally sweet is Emma the mouse in a pink dress with a floral garland, Beatrice the Mouse in a blue jumper and

(LEGO DUPLO $34.99) Toddlers will enjoy this small DUPLO building set that's focused on the airport. Our tester loved that there was a yellow and white airplane that opens so that it can be loaded with people and a luggage. Comes with two figures and a teddy bear. There's also a control tower and a baggage claim area. A good choice if your child is going to fly soon. Lots to lanaguage opportunities here - talk about the plane taking off. It's going --- up, up, up! Where cou

(LEGO DUPLO $29.95) Fans of Bluey will love this small set that includes 22 pieces. There's a Bluey and a Dad figure as well as a car and props for an ice cream shop. Lots of pretend opportunities once you put the ice cream stand together. 2 & up. Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award 2025 Shop the ice cream trip on Amazon

( Corolle $19.95) If you're looking for a first baby doll, Corolloe's Mon Doudou collection is perfect. A 10" doll that has painted on features and clothes that do not come off -- making it a safe choice for toddlers. Comes in different skin tones. Older Infants and Toddlers. Toddlers Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Awards 2025 Shop this doll on. Amazon

( Manhattan Toy $13 and $30) These are the sweetest dragons and our favorite huggable of the year. They are delightfully soft, squishy and come in a rainbow of colors. They have stitched features - making them a good choice as a first huggable for babies and toddlers. There are also two sizes 10" and 4". If you need something to hug -- get yourself one too. Ages: Infants, Toddlers Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award 2025

( Peaceable Kingdom $19.95) Finding first games for older toddlers can be challenging which is why we were so delighted to try Patch's Pockets. It is just on the target for young players learning about taking turns. We suggest that you play this cooperatively to start. The box holds the carrot patch. Players take turns pulling the carrots (they have different colors) and matching them to the oversized Bunnies that have a pocket on their overalls. The pockets are also one of