32 Best Gifts for 2-Year-Olds That’ll Keep Them Engaged

Another great way for kids to help? In the kitchen! Material created a line of durable cooking and baking utensils that are sized down for small hands. Later, the little chef can come up with their own recipe with a cute game of flash-card ingredients.

Of course, if you want to wow the whole family, you can get the little tyke a kitchen of their very own. It’s an investment, but the pretend-play stage lasts years (hint: This makes a great three-year-old gift too)—and comes with the added bonus of no burners or knives lurking about.

Rounding out our miniature grown-up section is this rolling rattan basket. It isn’t just an easy storage solution—it’ll turn every trip to the farmers market into an impromptu photo shoot. Radio Flyer who?

This busy board was the most popular present in our guide for the best gifts for one-year-olds, and it’s still developmentally appropriate for two-year-olds, who are working on advancing those fine motor skills.

Whether parents are into Montessori methods or not, Lovevery makes “play with a purpose” super easy. Each Play Kits subscription delivers a box of beautifully crafted wooden toys and developmentally appropriate activities every three months, complete with easy-to-follow instructions for parents or caretakers.

If the trip to the aquarium left them speechless, they’ll be floored by this underwater adventure in their very own home. And if you had any reservations: It’s a bestseller and one of Maisonette’s most-wished-for items.

Simple toddler-size instruments can help develop fine and gross motor skills, among a host of other important child developments.

These colorful, interactive books are designed to engage young minds and promote early literacy skills. Perfect for storytime, they help develop vocabulary and imagination while keeping your child entertained. Give the gift of learning and watch your child's love for books grow!

Their toddler may be scribbling or enthusiastically whipping crayons across drywall by this point. These oversized coloring pages are a great way to release some of the budding Matisse’s creative energy—and they’re also the perfect canvas for big stickers.

First steps were just the beginning—now two-year-olds are all about climbing. This reconfigurable indoor climber keeps their adventurous spirit focused on fun in their play space—not on the nice furniture.

Even though they’re years away from getting their license, two-year-olds are already obsessed with all things that go, go, go. This RV is anything but your standard ride with a pop-up roof, cozy beds for their mini figures, and 35-plus fun songs and sounds.

Though most two-year-olds love bath time, getting them in the tub can feel like an impossible mission. They will be easily lured to the bathroom with these gentle, naturally scented bath bombs that turn tub time into a colorful, fizzy delight.

Who says sushi is just for grown-ups? This adorable puzzle with bright, fun pieces that are easy for little hands to grab is perfect for the foodie in the making.

Embrace the mess without the stress. These bright, bold finger paints let two-year-olds get hands-on and creative, while easily washing off when the fun is done.

Thanks to easy-to-connect magnets, even the teeniest hands can snap the train together and build their own zoo on wheels. And since it’s a quiet toy (ahhh…), it’s perfect for restaurants.

A playroom isn’t complete without these soft, plush baby dolls. They let the kiddos role-play as grown-ups while introducing them to diversity in the sweetest way.

As two-year-olds start to nail hand-eye coordination, this basketball set is the perfect way to level up those skills. The adjustable hoop and oversized ball make it easy for tiny hands to handle.

At this age, toddlers love copying their grown-ups and feeling like little household “helpers.” This mini Dyson vacuum replica has real sound effects, swirling confetti in the clear cylinder, and plenty of twisty-turny action. Maybe it’ll even prime them to do real chores one day.

Even if they don’t have a ton of backyard space, this multipurpose sensory table lets the kiddo splash in water, dig in sand, and play with toys all in one spot. Big fun for them, breezy cleanup for parents.

When kids need a fun way to blow off post-dinner toddler energy, just whip out this play tunnel. They’ll learn to master mobility and coordination by crawling through—over and over and over again. Plus, it thankfully collapses for easy storage.

With chunky building blocks designed for tiny hands, this Lego Duplo set is the ultimate combo of fun and skill-building. The best part? The excavator’s arm actually moves—cue hours of scooping action.

Since they’re still building the skills to pedal, ride-ons are great for helping little ones develop coordination while zooming around the house or backyard.

Seriously, there’s nothing that sparks childhood joy quite like bubbles. This machine makes literally a gazillion of them to turn outdoor playtime into a bubble wonderland.

Sure, parents might have to pick up flying balls all day, but it’s worth it for the big smiles and endless fun when they see their two-year-old diving in and pretending to fly their very own airplane.

Whether parents are ready or not, two-year-olds are all about their “I-want-to-help” phase. This toddler tower gives them a safe boost so they can “help” in the kitchen—while parents manage to get dinner on the table.

If they’re blessed with the backyard space, you won’t regret giving this 9" roller coaster—it’s the hit of every toddler playdate.

In this cute spin on the beloved classic, their little one will follow along the board book story, tracing shapes and paths as they explore the ocean.

Kids can scoop, stack, and serve up pretend ice cream while learning colors, numbers, and flavors. Multiple parents we polled said their two-year-olds couldn’t get enough of this.

To help keep the toy clutter under control, finding ones that grow with their kid is always a win. This versatile three-in-one lets your two-year-old push it as a wagon, ride on the seat, or master scooting.

Just set up this cute little easel, which includes a magnetic dry-erase board, a chalkboard, and a built-in paper roll, and boom—instant home art studio for the mini Picasso.