Whether you’re looking for toys, books, or other fun gift ideas for the children in your life, we’ve got you covered. Teachers and staff members at The Gardner School are constantly adding their top picks to our curated Amazon page! We’ve narrowed down our favorites from the page to create the ultimate gift guide. This list includes products for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that will help support their education and growth at home!
Best Gifts for Infants
Our littlest Gardner School students need toys, too! You can hold your infant’s interest with these hand-selected items that are perfect for babies.
- This soft plush fish has scales made from different materials that your child will love to touch. (Surprise! There are secret pictures underneath each scale!) Rubber grips make it easy to hold, and there’s an attached ring so it can be easily hung from a play mat.
Toys for tummy time
- Nothing extends tummy time like a tantalizing toy that an infant can grasp and gum during an exploratory session. Bright colors and interesting textures will keep your child engaged, helping them to build their core and neck muscles.
- Support early literacy skills with these board books that babies love to read (and to eat!)
Best Gifts for Toddlers
Toddlers are always on the move, so we’ve chosen a few perfect gifts for our favorite toddlers to support their exploration and learning during this special developmental stage!
- There’s a reason Elmo is beloved by toddlers in every generation. Your child will love this plush Elmo that they can sing and dance along with!
- The cow goes “moo” and the pig goes “oink” in this pint-size barn by Battat that comes with a carrying handle for easy transport.
Giddy Buggy crawl-through tunnel
- Imaginative play is starting to appeal to toddlers, so you can watch them become a kitten, a puppy, or maybe even a baby snake as they slither, crouch, or hop through this tunnel that is perfect for winter living room play sessions!
- Easy puzzles help with spatial reasoning and motor skills, and we love these animal-themed colorful puzzles for waiting rooms, during dinner prep, or any time!
- Level up your child’s bedroom routine with a few of our teachers’ favorite books for children under three. Can’t choose just one? Nothing wrong with grabbing a few extras for birthdays to come in 2024!
Best Gifts for Ages 3+
Our preschool friends are sure to enjoy the gifts their teachers have picked out below.
- Barbie seems to be more popular than ever, and this Barbie DreamHouse Dollhouse will support hours of play.
Yoto and Toniebox audio players
- For long car or plane rides, we love these audio players for preschoolers. The stories and sounds will capture your child’s interest and can be used with headphones for quiet time.
- Using magnetic blocks and tiles, your preschooler can build a house, a school, or even an entire city!
- Preschoolers love acting out scenarios in their imagination, and this Melissa & Doug wooden school bus and wooden airplane will provide props and inspiration for all their flights of fancy!
- Introduce your child to science and math early with one of our favorite S.T.E.A.M. toys. This set of foam building blocks is great for indoor, outdoor, or bathtime play!
Cold Weather Favorites
Winter is a special time of year with plenty to do both indoors and outside! So, whether your child is playing out in the snow or spending a cozy afternoon inside, these items will help maximize these special moments.
- Snowball fun indoors? Yes, please! These fake plush snowballs can enhance motor skills without freezing tiny fingers!
- If you’re heading out with your infant, help them stay snuggled up in this car seat cover for warmth.
- Keep your child warm from head to toe with these cold weather necessities.
- We’ve compiled even more cold-weather favorites that you can check out in this blog.
Subscription Boxes
From book and science clubs to crafts and games, subscription boxes can pack all sorts of fun for children of all ages! There are a lot of options to choose from, so we did the research for you and created this list of The Best Subscription Boxes for Preschoolers.
For grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends who are curious about what to get your child, be sure to share this gift guide with them or send them a link to the TGS Recommends page.
Partnering With Parents
The Gardner School partners with parents so we can equip each child with resources to continue their education journey outside of the classroom. With caring teachers, many on-site enrichment courses, and inviting physical spaces, The Gardner School provides the very best for the youngest members of our community. Schedule a visit today to learn more!