Sharing my 2022 kids gift guide — our favorite toys and gear for babies and children, trusted picks that we love most.
I say it every year, but this might be my favorite edition of the kids’ gift guide yet.
With a 4-year-old, a 7-year-old and a baby, I feel confident about what our kids really love and play with most. The list hasn’t changed drastically — many favorites remain year after year as hand-me-downs and shared play are part of our routine. One big category I didn’t include here because it’s so extensive: LEGO. Max is still obsessed and builds constantly.
Below are the items we reach for again and again — tried-and-true gifts that make great presents for babies, toddlers and young kids. I’d love to hear what you’d add to this list in the comments.
2022 Kids Gift Guide
Micro Mini Scooters — opt for the versions with light-up wheels; they’re such a hit with little riders.
Little Sleepies PJs — soft, durable pajamas that last a long time. We wear them daily and love how cozy they are.
Type Set Co Boards & Letters — soft magnetic letters and boards that are beautiful and great for early literacy and play.
My Big Wilmmelbooks — highly engaging illustrated search-and-find books that keep kids entertained for long stretches, perfect for travel.
MagnetBlox — magnetic building blocks that encourage creative construction play.
The Nugget Play Couch — a versatile play couch that provides hours of imaginative climbing, building and lounging.
Toniesbox — a kid-friendly audio player filled with stories and songs; a wonderful gift for children who love music and listening.
Melissa & Doug Magnetic Dress-Up Set — a beloved dress-up magnet set that my daughter adores and often takes to bed to play with.
Rainbow Unicorn Rollerblades — a fun, active gift for kids learning to skate; my daughter is getting a pair this year.
Mondo Llama Painting Set — single-use painting projects that are easy to manage and toss when finished; they provide creative entertainment without cleanup stress.
Doona Liki Trike — a compact trike that complements Doona gear well; planning to use it next spring as the baby grows.
Magnatiles — magnetic tiles are a longstanding favorite in our house; they appeal to both preschoolers and early elementary kids for endless building play.
Color-Changing Raincoats — novelty rainwear that makes rainy days more fun; we also love matching umbrellas and boots.
Construction Plate and Utensils — themed dinnerware that makes mealtimes more engaging for young eaters.
Car Road Tape — an indoor lifesaver for creating instant roads and tracks that kids use for imaginative play.
Jellycat Stuffed Animals — super soft, cuddly plush toys that quickly become favorites.
3D Tic Tac Toe Game — a compact, family-friendly game that’s simple and engaging for kids.
Hill House Rainbow Robe — warm, fluffy robes kids love to wear; adorable and cozy.
My First Play Table — a durable activity table that grows with children and remains useful for years.
Widgeon Fleece Jacket — a cozy jacket with Velcro closures that’s easier for little ones than zippers.
1000 Things to Eat — an illustrated book packed with items that spark conversation and curiosity; a favorite at our house.
Melissa & Doug One Stop Shop — a play shop set that fuels hours of imaginative pretend play in our toy room.
Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Set — washable marker toys that provide sustained creative play and are easy to clean.
Melissa & Doug Snow Cone Set — pretend play food and accessories that expand a play kitchen collection.
Kid’s Sorel Boots — very warm, high-quality winter boots that last through multiple seasons and can be passed down.
Big Coloring Posters — large-format coloring sheets that let kids collaborate and create big artworks.
Fat Brain Tobbles — stacking and sensory toys that are fun and developmentally engaging.
Duplo Bath Toys — bath-friendly Duplo pieces that make tub time playful and creative.
Caboodles — small cases and organizers that kids enjoy using to stash treasures and supplies.
The Floor Is Lava — a simple, energetic game that was one of the holiday hits last year.
Illustrated Harry Potter Books — beautiful editions that older kids can get lost in; a current favorite for our 7-year-old.
Melissa & Doug Wooden Puzzle Set — sturdy, timeless puzzles that offer hours of focused play and problem-solving.
Little People Animals — classic small animal figures that are great for on-the-go entertainment in bags or strollers.
Chunkies Paint Sticks — thick paint sticks that are easy for small hands to hold and color with.
Babiators Sunglasses — durable, kid-friendly sunglasses that we’ve relied on since the first child.
Anywhere Chair — lightweight, portable kids’ chairs that are useful and well loved by all of ours.
Twee Fancy Chalk — decorative sidewalk chalk that makes outdoor drawing extra special.
Shark Slippers — playful slippers that kids think are hilarious and fun to wear.
Slipper Boots — cozy, warm slippers for lounging and play indoors.
Yeti in My Spaghetti — a family-friendly board game that gets everyone laughing.
Super Smalls Jeweled Gloves & Jewelry Set — dress-up accessories and play jewelry that delight kids who love sparkly things.
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