I’m constantly asking friends for toy suggestions and then when I introduce those toys to Little M, I’m usually disappointed in his lack of interest. However, I’ve found that Little M’s interest in his toys is slowing changing and some of those toys I bought a few months ago (or picked up for free off our local mom’s listserv) are gaining favor. Our toy rotation plan is still working really well to keep his interest piqued each week. This is what 15 month old Little M is loving right now:


ADVERTISEMENT

1) Tractor: This was a birthday gift that Little M enjoyed a couple months ago, but LOVES now. It plays just a little bit of music — totally not offensive at all.

2) Tunnel: We played with one of these at a birthday party recently and M loved it! I posted an ISO on my local moms’ list and got ours for free.

3) Learning Tower: While not a toy, it’s a total lifesaver. Little M loves to “help” in the kitchen and wants to see my every move. He eats at least one meal a day up here while I clean up in the kitchen. Little M’s grandpa made his, but even at full retail price it’s worth every penny.

4) Lovey: L.E.Phant the lovey is still #1 here.

5) Board Books: Any and all board books are a hit over here right now. This one is at the top of the favorite list with its puppy tail and “pat the nose” fuzzy features inside.

6) Balls: The $1 bin at Target had great bouncy balls in a larger, younger toddler friendly size. We also have a huge ball from the giant ball bin in the Target toy section, several small soccer balls and a few balls that I sewed. We rotate balls through weekly, but no matter which ball is on rotation, it’s always the highlight of the week.

7) Airplane: Another gift from Mamie! This safari airplane propels on its own with no batteries, makes a whirring noise and has spinning propellers. A definite favorite.

8) Play Kitchen: Little M loves his Ikea play kitchen we gave him for Christmas. We find that he’s most interested in it when we rotate the play food. Ours is stacked with actual food containers before they go to the recycling bin. We leave them out for a week then toss them – always something new to play with.

9) Pounding Pegs: Mamie gave this toy to Little M for Christmas. It’s incredibly simple, but oh so engaging.

10) Walker: We have this one from Radio Flyer, but it’s difficult to turn. At a friend’s house recently Little M pushed a lightweight plastic Fisher Price version for hours. I had a shopping cart as a toddler — perhaps I’m grooming my boy to love shopping too!

What toys are you little ones loving these days?

Toys for Toddlers part 4 of 7

1. Charlie's Favorite Toys 12 Months+ by Guides
2. Charlie's Favorite Toys 18 Months+ by Guides
3. Gift Ideas for 2nd Birthdays by Guides
4. What We’re Playing With Right Now (15 months) by Mrs. Stroller
5. Cool gifts for the wheel-obsessed toddler by Mrs. Yoyo
6. Best Walkers by Guides
7. Charlie's Favorite Toys 9 Months + by Guides