
32 Best Gifts for 2-Year-Olds
Check out parent reviews for the all-time best gifts for 2-year-olds, and weigh in with your own toddler gift picks! There are so many unique toys for 2-year-olds to help develop language skills, coordination and growing imaginations for open-ended play. This is also a great year to add to your collection of picture books. Check out ideas for 1-year-olds and 3-year-olds for more inspiration.
What makes Upparent gift lists unique? The gift ideas for 2-year-olds that you see here are submitted by regular parents in our community. You won't find a one-size-fits-all list compiled by an editor, or recommendations that seem legit but are actually paid for by brands. We're just sharing the toys and gifts that our 2-year-olds have gotten and loved, that we've discovered and are excited to give, or that are on the wish list. Help us build a list of educational, developmental and fun gifts for 2-year-olds by adding your picks and reviews below!
Toddler Backpack
Alexandra F. said: My sister got this adorable dinosaur back pack for my 2-year-old and it has been a hit like you wouldn't believe. He loves wearing it to the park, to the zoo, to drop off his siblings at school - pretty much anywhere he goes. And, once he started preschool, it was perfect for carrying his snack and water bottle. We've gotten so many compliments on this one, which is so cute for dinosaur-loving kids, but there are plenty of mini backpacks out there to suit any toddler's interests!
Melissa & Doug Deluxe Pounding Bench
Kelly R said: My toddlers got a LOT of use out of this classic toy. It's an upgrade from the one I used a child, because as each peg is hammered down, its neighbor will seesaw up.
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