The best Montessori toys for 2 – 3 year olds

Christmas is just around the corner. And if you’re like us a parent of a toddler, you’re probably always looking for new and fun ways to keep your little one entertained. So, to help make this season more enjoyable for you and your little ones we have compiled a list containing some great Montessori toys available now at different price points that will stimulate all sorts off learning by encouraging kids to experiment with objects while also developing fine motor skills (and even socializing!).

Here’s our personal favorites, in no particular order –

Montessori Toys #1 – Ball Run Toy

The beautiful design of this classic wooden back-and-forth marble run will send the eight wooden balls and shapes rolling down the tracks while providing hours of fascination for your child. This great toy is perfect for children 18 months and up, made with high-quality solid wood and nontoxic paint for heirloom durability. As your child plays, they will be encouraged to develop fine motor skills, cause-and-effect learning, and tactile exploration. This timeless toy comes packaged in simple packaging that is perfect for gift giving.

Montessori Toys #2 – Wooden Shape Sorter Toy

The contents of this wooden toy car are cleverly designed and arranged, including 1 bunny, 8 carrots, 10 cute worms, and 12 pieces of fruit. With such a variety of pieces, infants and toddlers can play a number of different games such as matching colors, shapes, and sizes; gathering the fruit; or simply driving the car around. Not only are these games entertaining, but they also help to develop important skills such as fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, problem solving, and color recognition. For all these reasons, this toy car is an excellent choice for children aged 2-3 years old.

Montessori Toys #3 – World Map Puzzle Toy

This wooden map puzzle is simple, made of natural materials, and beautiful. Great for our little ones’ development as it allows them to explore and involve their own will, decisions, and ideas. By playing with this particular puzzle, your child can learn about the different continents, their geographical features, and the cultures that exist around the world. In addition, these kind of puzzles help to develop problem-solving skills and promote creative thinking. So they are not only fun but also educational toys that can benefit your child in many ways.

Montessori Toys #4 – Balance Board

Every day, young children are bombarded with new sensory experiences. From the sights and sounds of the world around them to the feel of different textures under their fingers, they are constantly learning about the world through their senses. This wooden balancing board for toddlers is designed to help stimulate your child’s vestibular system and provide them with a fun and versatile way to explore their sense of balance. The board can be used as a rocker, car track, balance beam, stepping stool, lounge chair, and much more. As your child plays, they will develop a better understanding of how their body works and gain the coordination and confidence they need to take their first steps. With so many ways to play, our board is the perfect way to encourage physical activity and sensory development in your child.

Montessori Toys #5 – Balance Bike (18 – 48 months)

For many parents, teaching their child to ride a bike is a cherished moment. But before you can enjoy those fun-filled family bike rides, your little one needs to learn how to control a bike. That’s where the Toddler Balance Bike comes in. Thanks to its lightweight frame, your toddler can easily control the bike. And with the integrated carry handle, it’s easy for us parents to carry it around. The Toddler Balance Bike is perfect for indoor and outdoor use, and it helps develop child confidence and independence. Recommended for ages 18 months to 48 months, the Toddler Balance Bike is a safe and fun way to teach your child the skills they need to ride a two-wheel bike.

Montessori Toys #6 – Magnetic Tiles

Magnetic Tiles are a great way for children to explore their creativity and develop a range of essential skills. The tiles can be used to build two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes, giving children the opportunity to visualize three-dimensional creations. In addition, the tiles can be used to create patterns and sort and stack objects. As children play with the Magnetic Tiles, they will also learn about symmetry, mathematical and spatial relationships, and magnetic principals. The tiles offer a variety of benefits for children, including enhancing cognitive processes, developing hand-eye coordination, and teaching persistence and problem solving. With so many benefits, it’s no wonder that Magnetic Tiles are a popular choice for parents and educators.

Montessori Toys #7 – Wooden Music Set

Introduce your child to the world of music with the 13-Piece Wooden Music Set by Stoie’s Toys. This fun and easy-to-use set includes instruments from all over the world, making it a great way to introduce your child to different cultures. The set includes a tambourine, maracas, hand bells, castanet, flute, wooden block with stick, wood sounder with stick, and chime bar with stick. It’s the perfect way to bond with your child while teaching them how to be cooperative team players. And because there are 13 instruments in each set, the whole family can join in! Order your set today and start making beautiful music together.

Montessori Toys #8 – Toddler Wall Art

These poster sign charts are specifically designed for toddlers and kids, and they feature lovely vibrant colors and eye-catching graphic elements. Choose from two design options—Boho or rainbow theme—and give your tot a head start at pre-school. The set includes colors, days of the week, months of the year, weather, time, and solar system posters. These are definitely must-haves!

Montessori Toys #9 – Climbing triangle / mini gym

One of my absolute favorites – the Pickler Climbing Triangle! When it comes to choosing the right climbing toys for toddlers, it’s important to consider both safety and durability. The good news is that this climbing triangle playground offers both. It’s made from premium wood, so you can enjoy it for many years, and the corners and edges are rounded to prevent impact injuries. Plus, all parts are hand-polished with a great care, so your toddler can play safely. And because it’s based on Montessori methods and Pikler’s principles, this playground also helps to improve motor development, agility, reaction skills, balance control and coordination. So not only is it safe and durable, but it also provides a well-rounded play experience that will help your toddler grow in many ways.

Montessori Toys #10 – Mini trampoline

Many parents worry about their children becoming stir-crazy during the winter months. It can be difficult to find ways to keep them active when it’s too cold to go outside. However, this mini trampoline provides a perfect solution. Not only are mini trampolines a great way for kids to burn off energy, but they also offer many other benefits. For example, jumping on a trampoline can help to develop strength, endurance, and balance. It’s also a great opportunity for kids to practice taking turns and sharing. In addition, mini trampolines can improve gross motor skills and coordination. For children with sensory processing disorders, trampolines can even provide therapeutic benefits. So if you’re looking for a way to keep your little ones active this winter, a mini trampoline may be the perfect solution.

Montessori Toys #11 – Bookshelf

This book display shelf is a great way to encourage your child to read. By making books easily accessible, they are more likely to grab one and start reading. This is important for developing language skills, as reading helps to expand vocabulary and practice speaking. The shallow toy display shelves on the back of the unit also make it a great partition for play spaces. This way, children can have their own space to play without being disruptive to others. Overall, open book display shelves are a versatile and helpful tool for promoting literacy in young children.

Montessori Toys #12 – Wooden peg box for counting (3+)

Children can learn a lot from playing with counting peg boards. Not only do they get to practice counting, but they also develop their ability to learn math. The pegs on the board help kids understand the concept of the correspondence between numbers and quantity from 1 to 10. In addition, the pegs help kids understand the permanence of things. When they fall into the box, they reappear just like in hide-and-seek. This helps children learn independently and be able to self-correct through math manipulation games. As a result, the counting peg board is a great tool for teaching little ones math concepts.

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