{"id":935,"date":"2021-05-19T21:41:39","date_gmt":"2021-05-19T21:41:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/s37407.p1377.sites.pressdns.com\/resources\/25-popular-kids-toys-for-ages-2-through-10\/"},"modified":"2021-05-19T21:41:39","modified_gmt":"2021-05-19T21:41:39","slug":"25-popular-kids-toys-for-ages-2-through-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.care.com\/c\/25-popular-kids-toys-for-ages-2-through-10\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Popular Kids Toys for Ages 2 through 10"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wanting to buy a great toy for a great kid in your life but not sure where to start? No worries. Here are 25 popular kids toys that are sure to score big with kids ages 2 through 10.<\/p>

Putting a little extra thought into the toy-buying process can ensure that your child not only loves the toy, but that the toy will last. “Look at the purchase as a planned investment rather than as an impulse.” says Richard Gottlieb<\/a> of Global Toy Experts.<\/p>

“Will this toy stand the test of time in terms of interest and durability? Can this toy be passed down sibling to sibling? Can it continue to challenge my child’s growing mastery? In other words, is it a legacy toy that will last for years rather than a landfill toy that will last for days, weeks or months?”<\/p>

As you check out the best kids toys, consider their materials. “Toys made of material like wood can last through a multi-child family, creating lasting memories and saving the family money,” says Jennifer Hay<\/a>, the owner and editor of the website My Boys and Their Toys. “If parents want to invest in a toy, it’s important to consider the longevity and durability of the product.”<\/p>

Here are 25 popular kids toys to consider:<\/p>

Toys for Little Ones — Ages 2 to 3<\/strong>
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  1. Fish Bowl<\/strong>
    Melissa and Doug’s     Fishbowl Fill & Spill<\/a> is a toddler-safe, mesh-bottom fish bowl that’s home to lots of sea creatures and is perfect for make-believe play.
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  2. Scooter<\/strong>
    Yvolution’s     Y Glider 3 in 1 Scooter<\/a> transitions as children become more coordinated.

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     <\/p><\/li>

  3. Bowling<\/strong>
    Melissa and Doug’s brightly colored     Monster Bowling<\/a> set teaches children about cause and effect and taking turns.

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     <\/p><\/li>

  4. Simple Fun<\/strong>
    With Skip Hop’s     Spin & Play Rhino<\/a> — a simple, easy-to-operate toy — a little bird plays peek-a-boo to inspire toddler giggles.
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  5. Sand Play<\/strong>
    Step2’s     Naturally Playful Sand & Water Center<\/a> activity set turns your backyard into a beachy play area.

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  6. Magnetic Letters<\/strong>
    LeapFrog’s     Fridge Phonics Magnetic Letter Set<\/a> brings the alphabet to life. The singing and talking toy helps kids master letter sounds.

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     <\/p><\/li>

  7. Mega Blocks<\/strong>
    First Builders Big Building Bag Classic<\/a> by Mega Blocks is a great introduction into the world of building

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     <\/p><\/li>

  8. Play Pizza<\/strong>
    Who doesn’t love pizza? Kids can play and pretend with the     Pizza Parlor<\/a> by Green Toys.<\/li><\/ol>

    Toys for Preschoolers — Ages 3 to 5<\/strong>
     <\/p>

    1. Tinker Toys<\/strong>
      They’ve been around forever and have been loved by generations of kids. The K’Nex       Building Set<\/a> is an update of the classic toys.

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       <\/p><\/li>

    2. Puzzles<\/strong>
      Puzzles might be one of the best kids toys out there, and Crocodile Creek’s 12-piece       Mini Elephant Puzzle<\/a> is a great starter puzzle that comes in a handy reusable box.
       <\/li>
    3. Magnetic Tiles<\/strong>
      The       Magna-Tiles Clear Colors<\/a> set — in all sorts of shapes — allow your children to build in 3-D.

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    4. Ride-on Fire<\/strong> Truck<\/strong>
      Your little one can hop on the       Metal Speedster-Fire Truck<\/a> by Schylling and fight imaginary fires.
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    5. LEGOs<\/strong>
      Construct a fire helicopter, motorbike and base station with the       LEGO Juniors Fire Suitcase<\/a>.

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       <\/p><\/li>

    6. Educational Bath Toys<\/strong>
      Your preschooler can learn all about the United States while soaking in the tub with Alex Toys’       USA Map in the Tub<\/a>.
       <\/li>
    7. Rescue Heroes<\/strong>
      Be a hero for an afternoon with the       Playmobil Rescue Ambulance<\/a>.

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       <\/p><\/li>

    8. Microscope<\/strong>
      The fully functional       My First Microscope<\/a> by Educational Insights has two large eyepieces and a chunky, kid-sized focusing knob.<\/li><\/ol>

      Toys for School-Aged Kids — Ages 5 to 10<\/strong>
       <\/p>

      1. Movie Camera<\/strong>
        Attach the         Nerf 5MP Action Flash Memory Digital Camcorder<\/a> to your child’s bike and let the adventures begin.

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         <\/p><\/li>

      2. Electronics Set<\/strong>
        For your budding electrician, the         Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100<\/a> by Elenco makes experimenting with switches and fuses fun.

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         <\/p><\/li>

      3. Habit<\/strong>
        Learn all about a butterfly’s fascinating life with Insect Lore’s         Live Butterfly Garden<\/a>, a reusable habitat.

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         <\/p><\/li>

      4. Dinosaur<\/strong>
        Kids love dinosaurs! The         Zoomer Dino Snaptail<\/a> by Spin Master is one they can master controlling.

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         <\/p><\/li>

      5. Archery Set<\/strong>
        The         Nerf Rebelle Agent Bow Blaster<\/a> is a fun, safe way to introduce your child to archery.

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         <\/p><\/li>

      6. Paints<\/strong>
        With Crayola’s         Paint Maker<\/a>, kids mix their own custom paint colors.

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         <\/p><\/li>

      7. Minecraft and LEGOs<\/strong>
        The         LEGO Minecraft Crafting Box<\/a> combines two of the most popular toys out there — Minecraft and LEGOs — in one LEGO set.

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         <\/p><\/li>

      8. Strategy Game<\/strong>
        MindWare offers         Skippity<\/a>, an easy-to-learn strategy game that’s fun for the whole family.
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      9. Shopkins<\/strong>
        Shopkins are miniature figures that provide hours of imaginative fun. The         Small Mart Playset<\/a> has a grocery store theme.

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        Looking to DIY some toys? Check out How to Make a Bouncy Ball<\/a>!<\/p>

        Kimberly DeMucha Kalil<\/a> is a freelance journalist and software consultant living in southern Arizona with her husband and two children. She’s always on the lookout for great toys to share with her kids.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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