Toys for 2 year old boys can be difficult to find as the child is crossing from that toddling stage to becoming a little man. Fear not, as this list gives a great selection of toys from cars to crafts, trikes to board games, all of which will stir the imagination.
Melissa & Doug Deluxe Pounding Bench Wooden Toy
This classic bench toy made from wood has been around for many years and picks up on that toddler urge to bash things. Increasing hand to eye co-ordination, this is a great learning toy for junior builders due to its durable construction and simple fun.
John Deere Animal Sounds Hayride
Make them feel like they’re out on the farmyard with this tractor set. The tractor is musical and plays “Old Macdonald” whilst the animals will give their correct sound when placed in the right seat. All the fun of the farm and a perfect toy for a 2 year old boy.
Fisher-Price Little People Take Turns Skyway
Can you imagine your little boy’s face when he sees this in his playroom? This towering skyway has over three feet of 3 different tracks making it the tallest Wheelies track ever! Add in the fill up stations and a spinning arrow as the car makes its way down, and you have the wow factor.
Play-Doh Fun Factory Mega Set
Kids will love this fantastic set of Play-Doh, the versatile building substance that stimulates imagination and fun. The set incudes 22 cutters, scissors, a plastic knife, a pizza cuter, a roller and an extruder with 2 rails. Also in the set are a play mat and 5 five-ounce cans of Play-Doh compound.
Paw Patrol Sub Patroller Transforming Vehicle
Paw Patrol is the talk of the town with the little ones and now they can take Ryder on the latest vehicle in the team, the Sub Patroller. It has flashing lights and sounds and a launcher which shoots out life rings. Place Ryder in the driver’s seat and get ready for adventure.
TOP BRIGHT Toddler Fishing Game
This game is perfect for a 2 year old’s development in so many different ways. It will strengthen their hand eye coordination as well as help them with their alphabet, spelling and reading. Get them to spell a word using the fish they’ve caught on the magnetic rod, and you’ll both have hours of fun.
Don't Break the Ice Game
This fun but simple to play game is a great toy for 2 year old boys that will teach them about taking turns and interactive play. Keeping Philip the penguin above the ice is the name of the game and players take turns tapping out the ice whilst keeping Philip on top.
Boon Building Bath Pipes Toy Set
Make bath time fun with this set of water pipes that channel and direct the water in ways a young child will love. Used individually or as a chain, the pipes are made without BPA or PVC and are hand washable in warm, soapy water.
VTech Record and Learn KidiStudio
For the musical starlets in your family, this play and record toy is ideal. It’s a recording studio which allows kids to record and playback their own music with its real microphone and voice changer. With 40 plus songs and sound effects included, they’ll be pop mad for days to come.
Walking Dinosaur T-Rex Toy Figure
Dinosaurs are THE toys for 2 year old boys and with this t-rex they’ll be in play pretend heaven. The dinosaur is made from non-toxic and durable ABS plastic. Moving round the room with its own independent walking function, it opens its mouth to roar and flashes its light-up eyes.
Foam Letters Alphabet with Bath Toy Organizer
Kids love their bath toys and now they can also be an educational tool for parents too. Light and comfortable and easy to attach, these colorful letters come with exciting puzzles to stimulate the child’s mind and improve their fine motor skills and word formation.
Potato Head Playskool Mr.Potato Head Tater Tub Set
He’s been a classic for years and Mr. Potato Head remains so, and ready for the next generation. Made using safe materials which are tested for their quality and durability this set has more than 15 pieces which are also compatible with other Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head figures.
Little Tikes Trampoline
This trampoline is perfect for little ones as it’s for indoor use only and has a supportive handrail allowing them to perfect their bounce. There’s also a large jumping surface and it’s made from plastic and metal. Trampolines make great toys for 2 year old boys and girls who like to take off.
VTech Smart Shots Sports Center
Improve his hand eye coordination and sportsmanship all while teaching him about shapes and numbers. Have him throw the basketball into the hoop, or use the soccer ball to kick it into the net to get points, and the shape buttons around the goal will play encouraging songs and phrases.
Wooden Train Set
This train set is one of those ideal toys for 2 year old boys which combines a large number of wheeled items with a great play pretend element. The whole package comes in a delightful display box and the trains will help your child gain strong color recognition and motor skills.
Little Tikes T-Ball Set
Get them into baseball early with this nifty set which encourages hand eye co-ordination and a sense of achievement. There’s an adjustable “T” piece which molds to your child and the whole device folds down to hang on a wall. Lightweight and safe, this is their first step to the major leagues.
Green Toys Seaplane Bathtub Toy
This environmentally friendly airplane is made from 100% recycled plastic and is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. The plane is safe and durable whether used indoors or out and contains no BPA, phthalates, PVC or external coatings. A perfect example of toys for boys which will promote pretend play of an aviation nature.
Little Tikes EasyScore Basketball Set
For your active kids comes this basketball play set including a real hoop. The basket adjusts to six different heights from 2 to 4 feet and has an oversized rim. 3 junior size basketball s are included and the base can be weighted down with sand for added stability.
VTech KidiBeats Drum Set
Your child will adore this drum kit, sized just for them but with all the hours of creative fun, just like the real thing. There are 9 melodies included in the kit for them to play along with and 4 different modes of play ensuring this drum kit never becomes boring.
VTech Drop and Go Dump Truck
There’s nothing like a dumper truck to encourage play in a younger child and with this colorful truck the child can drop a rock into the vehicle and watch it spin round. Motor skills are developed as the rock is manually tipped to release it and the toy is suitable from 6 months up.
LEGO DUPLO My First Car Creations
Train your 2 year old’s fine motor skills and dexterity with mix and match building blocks. The LEGO Duplo blocks fit perfectly in your child’s hands and will match other blocks with ease.
Fisher-Price Little People Caring for Animals Farm Playset
Children love their role playing games, and the Fisher-Price Little People sets bring scenarios to life for our children. This playset is of a farm, complete with various animals and Farmer Jed, but the fun doesn’t stop there. Press the button to discover the different songs and phrases which are played.
Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table Playset
Water play is so much fun for children, it’s a great sensory experience for them. Using this water table playset, they can splash and explore to their heart’s content. It has two levels which both have different features such as a waterwheel and several buckets.
Melissa & Doug Dinosaur Party Play Set
For kids that love their prehistoric play comes this excellent set of 9 dinosaurs placed together in a terrific carrying case. There’s information on each of the prehistoric species and all figures can stand separately. Kids will love the choice of dinosaur, be it carnivore or herbivore.
Fisher-Price Harley-Davidson Tough Trike
Now your kid can look as cool as a cucumber with this fantastic trike based on the Harley Davidson. Pedal powered with large pedals to make it easy for little riders to get going, the rugged durable tires and stable wheel base gives added safety, and easy grip handlebars are designed for little hands.
LeapFrog Scout's Build and Discover Tool Set
If your husband likes doing DIY, chances are that your children sometimes try and have a go themselves. This set from LeapFrog will let your son build Scout a doghouse using various tools such as a hammer and a screwdriver in a safe way, then take it apart to start all over again.
LEGO DUPLO Town Airport Building Blocks
Duplo is the perfect way to introduce children to the world of LEGO. The bricks are brightly colored and chunkier so they’re safe for a 2 year old’s hands; with this set they’ll be able to build an airport complete with a toy plane, air traffic control tower, and three minifigures to bring it to life.
Alex Discover Tots Art Start
Unleash your toddler’s artistic genius with the Alex Discover Tots Art Start. Inside you’ll find everything from paper cutouts to easy grip crayons designed specially for little hands.
VTech Turn and Learn Driver
Your kids will love pretending to drive with this colorful steering wheel. There are 5 buttons that introduce the child to different animals and vehicles and a little dog that passes back and forth as the child turns the wheel. 3 play modes and over 60 songs make this a great educational item.
VTech Touch and Learn Activity Desk
Having seen their parents sit and work, children will want to copy with their own desk, but this one is a lot more fun. There are five activity pages all filled with engaging content. An LED display illustrates letter and number order and how to draw basic shapes.
Little Tikes Push and Ride Racer
Sometimes the simple toys are the best, and you won’t believe the amount of fun and games which can be had with a simple toy such as this Little Tikes Push and Ride Racer. Brightly colored and easy to use, they’ll whizz around the backyard making up imaginary games.
Learning Resources Jumbo Domestic Pets
Role-playing and storytelling are staples in early childhood development because they encourage communication and creativity between you and your child. These animal figures were created with a fine attention to detail for a better toddler learning experience.
Edushape Magic Creations Bath Play Set
This set of 12 foam pieces is an ideal toy for a 2 year old boy at bath time. The pieces will stick to any smooth surface when wet and are a size that’s easy to grab for small hands. They’ll be buzzing to play with their dinosaur friends at the next bath time.
Bristle Blocks
Refine your child’s hand movements with these interlocking Bristle Blocks that come in an assortment of sizes and colors. They stick together at virtually any angle, making them ideal for toddlers.
Ubetoone Aqua Magic Mat
One issue with youngsters is the mess they make but with this drawing map there’s no mess at all. Clean and safe, all the doodling is done with water and the back of the mat is water resistant. Just fill up the pens and let the coloring magic commence.
Push & Pop Bulldozer
This Push & Pop Bulldozer puts a spin on traditional push toys with its intuitive features. Outfitted with child-sized handles and motion sensors that trigger programmed tunes, this toy is well-equipped for toddler play.
Fisher-Price See 'n Say The Farmer Says
Teach him about different farmyard animals with the super cool See ‘n’ Say from Fisher Price. Complete with two modes of play – animal identification, and quiz – so you can test their knowledge to see if they’ve remembered all the fun things they’ve been learning.
Learning Resources Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set
Make learning colors fun with this Farmer’s Market sorting game. You’ll get five bushels, each labelled with different colors, and your child has to sort the familiar produce into each one based on the color. It definitely beats sitting down and learning about colors from a book, doesn’t it?
My First Scribble
Scribbles are a toddler’s best friend, and what better way to stimulate his creativity with an activity book that encourages drawing and coloring. Filled with easy to follow activities and unique stickers, your 2 year old can express his creativity in numerous ways.
Little Tikes Anchors Away Pirate Ship Water Play Table
Anchors away, mateys! This pirate themed water table is perfect for your little boy and his friends to play with on those hot summer days. They can squirt water from the cannon, create currents, and even lower the anchor using the handle. All they need to do now is decide who the captain is.
Lincoln Logs
Sometimes the oldies are the goodies and that’s definitely the case with these Lincoln Logs, a toy with a national history. This 100th anniversary tin offers 3 building ideas but is not limited and children can free play and build with the set. Roof, facade, chimney and porch pieces are all included.
My First Safari Animals
At 2 years old, it’s not uncommon for toddlers to become frustrated when things don’t go their way. With magnetic toys, they can easily create new animal figures without having to navigate sharp-cornered blocks.
Crayola Washable Kid's Paint
This kid’s paint is a great place to start for any child. All kids like to express themselves and this craft set will help them to do that in a positive and productive way. The colors are non-toxic and the set contains 6 different colors of washable kid’s paint in 2 oz. plastic bottles.
Little Tikes First Slide
Whether it’s indoors or outdoors, expect your toddler to be crawling all over this one. This Little Tikes slide folds down easily when needed, so your little one can play anytime he wants.
Little Tikes Fish 'n Splash Water Table
This fun fishing game will be adored by kids who love to get a bit messy while playing. The sturdy table holds a fish bowl that is filled until it crashes over in a wave. There’s a launcher to fling critters onto lily pads and a collect the fish game.
Peppa Pig's Deluxe House
Get ready for the muddy puddles with Peppa’s house. There’s four rooms in this fun playset, which also includes Peppa, Suzy and George. From the bedroom to the living room and the kitchen to the bathroom, this foldaway toy is packed with fun items like a washing machine and a barbeque.
iPlay, iLearn Toddler Musical Instruments
Develop your toddler’s fine motor skills and hand eye coordination with this iPlay, iLearn musical instrument set. The drum doubles as a storage box which can serve as his own secret hiding spot for his most prized toys.
Learning Resources Smart Snacks Shape Sorting Cupcakes
Who doesn’t love a cupcake? You can encourage your children to play by using their favorite things and everyone loves a delicious frosted cupcake. This game is designed to help them learn their shapes and colors as they have to match the correct icing with the right cake.
VTech Little Apps Tablet
Kids are starting computers earlier these days and this device will keep them up with the Jones’ but ensure they are learning all the time they are on it. There’s a color changing screen, letter buttons and a piano keyboard. A volume control is included and an automatic shutoff to maintain battery levels.
Paw Patrol Flip & Fly Chase
Is it a police cruiser or is it a jet? No, it’s Chase’s Flip and Fly which brings the Paw Patrol stories to life. There is a built-in disc ball launcher as well as a hook to come to the rescue. Based on the exciting kid’s series they’ll love this addition to their collection.
Climb and Crawl Activity Soft Foam Play Set
This non-slip activity play set is more than just an attractive gymnasium of blocks and shapes. It encourages the development of gross motor skills such as crawling and climbing, which are crucial to early childhood development.
Soft Foam Toddler Stairs and Ramp Climber
Mix and match these soft foam toddler stairs and climber for a safe and fun-filled physical activity. Your 2 year old will enjoy climbing, crawling and sliding down his very own padded play place that can be set up anywhere in the house or yard.
FoxPrint Beach Sand Toy Set
Everyone loves the beach and kids will take full advantage of this playset packed with useful toys. There’s multi-colored shapes and molds, various animals, a sand sifter, watering can, a rake and a shovel. There’s hours of imaginative fun to had with this great set – just add sand!
Mega Bloks Musical Farm
Introduce your child to his favorite songs with the help of this Mega Bloks Musical farm. Included in the set are a variety of building blocks and movable farm features that will help improve his small hand gestures.
PJ Masks Matching Game
Kids will love matching the characters in this PJ Masks game which incorporates all their favorite characters from the TV series. The game promotes matching and memory skills and is a great introduction to turn based games and playing together. The game boasts durable tiles and great colors.
Melissa & Doug Dinosaurs Wooden Jigsaw Puzzles
This jigsaw package gives little hands the chance to develop their fine motor skills and learn about shape management. The pack contains four wooden puzzles each with 12 pieces, all detailed with beautiful artwork. Perfect for travel they come in a wooden storage box.
VTech Smart Shots Sports Center
This terrific 2 in 1 game allows kids to partake in soccer and basketball. An animated light up LED scoreboard will count the baskets they make, and plays encouraging phrases and sounds A basketball and a soccer ball are included with the toy which also teaches about numbers and sounds.
Melissa & Doug Shape-Sorting Wooden Dump Truck
Keep your little boy occupied with shape-sorting activities that hone his fine motor skills and creativity at the same time. Equipped with a truck bed that tilts to empty the blocks easily each time, this toy puts a fun spin on regular shape-sorting toys.
Noisy Farm
Engage your toddler’s senses with the touch and feel features of the Noisy Farm Sound Book that teaches all about farm animals. Your child will be able to recognize familiar objects found in the book
Discovery Kids Dinosaurs Rumble Sound Book
Kids love interactive books and this one is all about dinosaurs. With 10 sound buttons, fun facts, full colored pictures and a sound and reference book, kids will learn about the farm through matching the sounds to the farm animal. Roarsome toys for 2 year old boys.
Little Tikes Shopping Cart
For your early walkers this shopping cart is ideal for them to push around and learn to balance on their feet. There’s sturdy walls to keep items in the deep basket and a favorite toy can ride in the fold-down seat. Further storage is provided underneath the basket.
Wonder Wheels
Battat has done it again, this time with a floating ferry boat and spinning propeller. Familiarize your 2 year old with functional toys that they can grasp and pull while in the water.
Green Toys Submarine
Every day is a nautical adventure with this cool-looking submarine. Featuring a spinning rear propeller and a wide, flat bottom for stability, your toddler can easily maneuver this water-based toy for scooping and pouring water.
LEGO Duplo Farm Animals
Stimulate your child’s imagination with LEGO Duplo building blocks as he learns to piece shapes and animal figures together. Made to fit small hands, these toddler blocks fit seamlessly together.
Where Is Baby's Belly Button?
Captivate your toddler’s attention with this lift-the-flap picture book that encourages imaginative storytelling, object recognition and spatial awareness.
Touch and Feel Animals
Entertain your 2 year old with animal photographs that they can touch and feel in this interactive animal book. Designed for toddlers, Baby Touch and Feel encourages parents to allow kids to turn the pages themselves to help develop fine motor skill recruitment and object recognition skills.
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