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Toys for Preschoolers & Kindergarteners (3-5 Years)
Preschoolers and kindergartners are exceptionally adept at playtime--they possess active imaginations and lots of energy. Channeling their intellect and enthusiasm with the perfect toy is a tall task; there are so many options out there. As an adult, it's up to you to do the research and select the right toy for your child. When shopping, be sure to note the manufacturer's age recommendations: every toy is geared towards a certain age group, both for safety and developmental reasons. Before buying a toy
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Get your toddler running around with this interactive basketball hoop. |
Inside/Outside Cook 'n Grill Kitchen 3 year olds love pretend, let them enjoy cooking with this play set. |
The Mega Bloks Pirate ship is a great toy for make-believe. |
This toy comes with an electronic gas pump for a realistic feel. |
Girls love playing with dolls; here's a traditional doll house for hours of fun. |
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This colorful game is a great holiday or birthday gift for boys and girls. |
Barbie Jam with Me Karaoke Guitar Karaoke isn't just for adults anymore! This is a fun way to get kids dancing. |
Your four year old probably loves to dance, encourage it with this durable music player. |
Kids love their favorite Disney characters. This Bingo game is a great way to bring them to life. |
Melissa and Doug 60 Piece Wooden Block Set Great for busy little hands. |
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Teach kindergartners where different countries are with this talking globe. |
Introduce your five year old to history and dinosaurs with this fun board game. |
A great sandbox for big backyards, cover |
Girls love dolls, and Allysen is an age-appropriate toy with tons of accessories. |
Let girls pretend to be a princess for the day. |
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Toys for this age group should help prepare kids to enter a structured learning environment as they prepare for kindergarten. It's the perfect time to consider educational toys, such as electronic learning games; VTech
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Children love to play make believe and to dress up in costumes. Imitating adults is a natural pastime for preschoolers. Kids will get the opportunity to be just like an adult with miniature versions of household items like vacuum cleaners, telephones, and pots and pans. More elaborate toys can recreate an entire home or business. |
By age 3, most children are ready for outdoor activities. Some ideas for outdoor toys include: kites |
Arts and Crafts are wonderful rainy day activities. These playthings can introduce art, music, dance, and imagination to a child at an early age. Play Doh |
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Stuffed Animals Stuffed animals
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Basic board games
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Matchbox cars
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Building sets
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