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Finding the perfect gifts for 2-year-olds can be quite the adventure.  The “Need, Want, Read, and Wear” gifting philosophy ensures that each present is both practical and enjoyable. Here’s a well-rounded selection based on this approach:

Need

Gifts that fulfill practical needs or aid in developmental growth.

1. Crayola Washable Palm-Grip Crayons: Perfect for little hands, these crayons help with fine motor skills and creativity.
2. Gigglescape Magnetic Drawing Board: Encourages doodling and learning without the mess.
3. Play-Doh Fun Factory Deluxe Set: Creative play that’s also great for developing fine motor skills.
4. Mega Bloks First Builders Big Building Bag A great way to have a 2 year old starting building
5. LEGO DUPLO Doctor Visit Set A great introduction to Lego blocks
6. Fisher-Price Barbie Little Dreamhouse For her first Barbie
7. Montessori Learn to Dress Practice Boards Intro to Montessori and learning a needed skill
8. PAW Patrol Marshall Plush Toy Let them keep their love of Paw Patrol with them all the time
9. Waddle Bobbers Bath Toy Help make bath time fun

Want

Fun items that bring joy and excitement.

1. Bluey Play Tent: A cozy, imaginative space for endless adventures.
2. Fat Brain Toys Bilibo by Moluk: Encourages open-ended play with this versatile and creative toy.
3. Fisher-Price Laugh Learn 4-in-1 Tractor Ride-on Toy: A fun ride-on toy that grows with them and offers interactive play.
4. Hape All Seasons Kids’ Doll House Let their imaginations run wild
5. Melissa & Doug Let’s Play House Dust! Sweep! Mop! 6-Piece Pretend Play Set Kids love to mimic their parents
6. Nature Hunt | Montessori Nature Scavenger Hunt A great game to play outside
7. LeapFrog Scoop and Learn Ice Cream Cart Who doesn’t love playing with fake ice cream
8. Step2 Up & Down Roller Coaster Rapid Ride Let them have fun on their first roller coaster

Read

Books to spark imagination and foster a love of reading.

1. ‘Little Chicks’ by Taro Gomi: A delightful story perfect for bedtime.
2. “Moonlight,” by Stephen Savage: A beautifully illustrated book that captures the magic of night.
3. “The Little Book of Joy,” by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu and Rafael López: A heartfelt book about finding joy and kindness.
4. “Two Dogs on a Trike: Count to Ten and Back Again,” by Gabi Snyder and Robin Rosenthal 10 dogs and a cat start them on counting
5. Jellycat ‘If I Were A Puppy’ Board Book by Anne Wilkinson This book has squishable noses and other textures
6. ‘Number Train’ Fold-Out Book Each train car also has flaps to explore. The book’s design makes it engaging to play with independently
7. ‘Peekaboo Rex!’ by Sandra Boynton Follow a lovable T. rex throughout its day as it plays peekaboo with a tiny dinosaur friend.
8. “Press Here,” by Herve Tullet Press the yellow dot on the cover, follow the instructions within, and embark upon a magical journey

Wear

Clothing and accessories that are practical and adorable.

1. Blue Pearl Denim Jacket, Personalized Name Kid’s Jean Jacket: Stylish and personalized for that special touch.
2. Embroidered Floral Name Girl Sweatshirt or Hoodie: Cute and cozy for those chilly days.
3. I Can’t Keep Calm I’m Two T-Shirt: Fun and celebratory for their big day.
4. Long Sleeve Ruffle Skater Dress with Pockets Brighten up her day with this adorable dress
5. Bluey Girls Varsity Bomber Jacket Little Kid to Big Give her that big girl look but for Bluey
6. Marvel Spider-Man Fleece Bomber Jacket and Jogger Pants He will look big kid