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25 Unique Gifts and Toys for 2-Year-Old Girls and Boys

Toddlers will love these inexpensive ideas for birthdays or Christmas.

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The summer season is upon us, and finding the perfect gift for a 2-year-old can be a daunting task. With so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one. That's why we've put together a comprehensive gift guide filled with ideas that are sure to delight any 2-year-old. From toys that encourage imaginative play to educational options that promote cognitive development, our list has something for every child. So, whether you're shopping for your own little one or a special child in your life, our gift guide has got you covered.

Let's dive in and discover the best gifts for 2-year-olds in 2023. If you are looking for more advanced toys, check out gifts for 3 year old's. If you're hoping to get your tots outside as much as possible, choose one of the best kid's playhouses that they will love for years to come.

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Wooden Farm Toy

Wooden Farm Toy
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Wooden Farm Toy

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This educational set is perfect for little fans of the farmers market. It comes with fruit, veggies, and even worms. Kids will love matching colors and shapes and sorting the wooden pieces. When playtime is over, all of the pieces store in the box.

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Toddler Golf Set

Toddler Golf Set
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Toddler Golf Set

If you've got an active toddler on your hands, keep them busy with this golf set. It has everything you need for a fun-filled game of golf, including a golf cart, three golf clubs, two holes, two flags, two golf tees, and six balls. It works well both indoors and outside.

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LEGO DUPLO Farm Animal Care

LEGO DUPLO Farm Animal Care
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LEGO DUPLO Farm Animal Care

The toddler years are the perfect time to introduce kids to Legos, but many sets are too advanced. The Duplo line is perfect for little fingers and helps kids develop their fine motor skills. At under $10, this set is the perfect starting point.

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Flip-A-Mallows Horse Plush Toy

Flip-A-Mallows Horse Plush Toy
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Flip-A-Mallows Horse Plush Toy

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This adorable plush toy features a unique two-in-one design that allows you to flip it over and reveal a completely different character on the other side. On one side, you'll find a cute and cuddly horse with soft white fur, a fluffy mane and tail, and sweet embroidered features. On the other you'll find another barnyard friend, a pig!

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Wooden Expressions Puzzle

Wooden Expressions Puzzle
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Wooden Expressions Puzzle

Help your 2-year-old learn to identify emotions and feelings with this interactive set. Or make it a matching game by recreating the faces on the included cards.

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Duck Duck Dance Game

Duck Duck Dance Game
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Duck Duck Dance Game

Get your kid moving with this fun game. Simply roll the dice to reveal a dance move (like twist, jump, or clap), and then get moving!

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MEGA BLOKS Freddy Fire Truck

MEGA BLOKS Freddy Fire Truck
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MEGA BLOKS Freddy Fire Truck

This interactive toy has large-scale blocks and a fun push toy that will keep a 2-year-old entertained. Unlike many sets, this just has a few pieces so you don't have to worry about losing them.

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Fill-It-Up Recycling Truck Set

Fill-It-Up Recycling Truck Set
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Fill-It-Up Recycling Truck Set

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Toddlers will loving filling up the garbage truck and taking everything to the dump over and over (and over!) again. This all-wood toy is built to last and made from non-toxic, water-based paints and finishes.

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Toniebox Audio Player Starter Set

Toniebox Audio Player Starter Set
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Toniebox Audio Player Starter Set

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Tonie box is so fun for toddlers with an independent streak. It is easy for them to change the songs and change the characters to play different songs and stories.

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Olli Ella Wicker Wagon

Wicker Wagon
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Olli Ella Wicker Wagon

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Tiny shoppers will love holding all of their stuffies in this wicker wagon that doubles as decor.

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Miniland Emotiblocks

Miniland Emotiblocks
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Miniland Emotiblocks

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This set is a fantastic educational tool for children to learn about and express a range of emotions. It includes a variety of blocks featuring different facial expressions, allowing children to explore basic emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger, and surprise.

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LEGO DUPLO My First Number Train Set

LEGO DUPLO My First Number Train Set
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LEGO DUPLO My First Number Train Set

This clever building set doubles as a toy. Your 2-year-old will love learning colors and numbers while building the bright train set, then he or she will spend hours pushing it around.

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Snowglobe Ball Pit

Snowglobe Ball Pit
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Snowglobe Ball Pit

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Two-year-olds will love jumping in this ball pit. During the warmer summer months it can also be used as a kiddie pool.

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Breyer Unicorn Magic Wooden Stable

Breyer Unicorn Magic Wooden Stable
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Breyer Unicorn Magic Wooden Stable

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Six magical unicorns fit comfortably into this wooden stable. The carry handle makes it easy to take along to play dates.

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Peppa Pig Toys Red Wooden Car and Wooden Boat

Peppa Pig Toys Red Wooden Car and Wooden Boat
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Peppa Pig Toys Red Wooden Car and Wooden Boat

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Peppa Pig fans will adore this set car and boat set. Both are made from responsibly harvested wood and have wheels to delight toddlers that love motion.

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Dollhouse Backpack Playset

Dollhouse Backpack Playset
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Dollhouse Backpack Playset

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Yet another toy that neatly folds up into a storage device. In this case it is a fun backpack. It has so many accessories including a slide, piano, and a cake!

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Pirate Ship Play Set

Pirate Ship Play Set
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Pirate Ship Play Set

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Set sail with the new pirate ship play set from iPlay iLearn. Toddlers will love exploring the open seas with different sound effects, pirates, and of course buried treasure.

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Purrble Calming Toy Companion

Purrble Calming Toy Companion
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Purrble Calming Toy Companion

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The second year of life is known for being a bit emotional. Help your toddler learn to soothe with Purrble, the interactive stuffed animal. Purrble's heart beat races and vibrates. Once he is give a few soothing pets it is clear that he is feeling much better.

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Playmobil My Take Along Preschool

Playmobil My Take Along Preschool
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Playmobil My Take Along Preschool

As toddlers learn to talk, they very quickly start to ask, "Can I bring this?" Playmobil's Take Along Preschool makes it easy to oblige these requests.

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Miniland Baby Doll

Miniland Baby Doll
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Miniland Baby Doll

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At age two, toddlers begin to really enjoy pretend play. They will love taking care of Miniland's realistic baby dolls. This year Miniland has come out with dolls that have Downs Syndrome and hearing aids to promote diversity and acceptance starting at a young age.

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Alison Allsopp
Alison Allsopp is the Style and Market Editor at Country Living.

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