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Adele Workman

Professional III

What is the best toy for a 2 year old boy?

June 23, 2011 4:24 PM PDT · Flag · 17 answers

Skye Davis

Practitioner I

Purple Plasmacar

Oppenheim Toy Porfolio Platinum Award 2006! Nominated-Outdoor Toy of the Year 2006! Kids' race car of the future. Hop on the Plasma Car & prepare to zip, zoom & cruise! No typical toy pedal car, this revolutionary ride on toy has even adults Plasm... read more...

My boyfriend and I actually went to a toy store and decided to try this out, can you imagine how ridiculous we looked on this little thing, but It is amazing! It was even fun for us! Whenever we visit there is always an adult eager to try it out! it is so fascinating! We went ahead and decided to buy if for our god sons birthday, it is amazing quality, and it is very very fast with not batteries! The only downfall is it should not be used in gravel or on grass, just smooth surfaces. There are lots of colors so make sure you pick the right one, but definitely the toy to have!

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Daisy Moore

Enthusiast II

KidKraft Derby Rocking Horse - Honey

The Derby Rocking Horse by KidKraft would make a great gift for the young cowboys and cowgirls in your life. Sorry, ten-gallon hats and lassos not included. Features include: Heirloom quality Wool mane and tail Anti-tip rockers Made of wood Dimens... read more...

I love rocking horses, they are so classic and a beautiful addition to any child's room. I actually also bought this for my nephew when he was one years old. He didn't really use it and I was disappointed. This is perfect for 2 year olds, he now loves it and uses it all the time, a cowboy hat would go as a great accompanying gift. Beware if you do buy it from amazon you will need an electric drill and it is a bit tricky to put together, but I have seen the same one in other toy stores already assembled. Good luck! If you like this review please give me points, thank you!

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Mirella Yu

Practitioner III

Melissa & Doug Wooden Shape Sorting Clock

It's time to "block" around the clock! Two toys in one, this colorful clock combines shape sorting and learning to tell time. Place the numbered and shaped pieces in their proper place on the face of the clock, then move the hour and minute hands ... read more...

This was the best for my kids. I wanted to teach them the concept of time starting at 2 years of age because they needed to know that it was or wasn't time for snacks, playtime and bed time. So I got this for them (saved it for my 2nd youngest and now for my youngest)...I would have this on the dining room table for all to see, and I made a list next to it with pictures of food (snack time), blocks(playtime), and a drawing of eyes closed with zzz's and a moon (nap/bed time)... then next to those I wrote times (11:00am, 12:00pm, and 7:30pm) so... I used this as a guide with the kids when I ask them what time will it be when you can play? or when can we have snacks? or what time will it be when...? So I'd sit with them and then move the hands to the right time explaining to them the short and long hands. They also loved learning the wood shapes and colors... its a great way and age to start teaching them times!

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John Sullivan

Practitioner II

Vtech Preschool Learning Tote and Go Laptop

Program your preschooler for early learning with the Tote and Go Laptop Plus. This realistic looking computer features big style for little learners. Complete with a colorful keyboard and detachable mouse that's designed for both left- and right-h... read more...

My son has always watched me on the computer and always tried to sneak his little hands on to the keyboard to see what would happen. We eventually gave him a non working keyboard to play with but he got the clue that it did nothing. My wife and I found this and decided to start him on a baby laptop with learning games and even an LCD screen. It is a pretty cool toy, I had to play with it for awhile to show him the idea of what it does and he loved it! It teaches so many things and We knew our 2 year old would grasp it all until hr got a little older but with the language, alphabets, music and math... he was bound to learn something. He learned his ABC's and numbers really fast, loud and clear! so now when we are on our laptops, he gets his out and acts busy, its a great thing! My only concern... Dont let this be his only teaching tool and let him be a kid and play outside too and get some sun!

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Marie Jones

Practitioner III

Little Tikes Totsports Easy Score Basketball Set

Great For The Growing Toddlers This Set Adjusts To 6 Different Heights Between 2.54 Tall. Includes An Oversized Rim And A Juniorsize Basketball. Helps Develop Social And Motor Skills And Coordination. Base Can Be Weighted With Sand Not Included Fo... read more...

This is the best for a 2 year old! By then they feel independent and love accomplishing things such as making the ball through the hoop. My son loved this! I started it off short when he was much younger, then raised it as he grew, which happened quick...lol but he loved it, his dad loved it and you would even catch me making a few 3 pointers! lol This is a great way to help develop their fine and gross motor skills as well as hand-eye coordination. My kid went at this thing for hours after we got it. Its such a joy to see the excitement with every throw and jump. A wonderful toy!

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Tyler Norton

Enthusiast I

Radio Flyer Classic Red Wagon

This classic full-sized Radio Flyer Wagon has become a symbol of American childhood. It's the little red wagon that's been in continuous production for over 70 years. Features full-sized all-steel seamless body with no scratch edges, extra-long ha... read more...

You can not go wrong with a classic red wagon. I take my son to the park and we load in all his toys and shovels, rocks, leaves, and anything else "cool" he can find. My favorite yet has been worms and rolly-pollys. We have also been to the library and taken home a wagon full of books. He gets so much enjoyment out of this. Suggestion - don't let your child fill it with water or leave it in the rain because it will get rusty and begin to squeak. Life is all about smiles and enjoyment, this is a great toy.

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Denise Williams

Specialist I

Step2 WaterWheel Activity Play Table

The falling water action from this Waterwheel Play Table encourages creative exploration with cause and effect learning. This imaginative water play center encourages hours of outdoor fun. Pour water into the wide funnel, and activate the water wh... read more...

This is the big thing out right now. Summer is here and kids love love love to play with water. I bought this for my nephew and my sister loves it because the kids can play with the water to stay cool and entertained without drowning or being in danger. A great toy for this summer!

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-1 points posted by Kacey Stroder

isn't this more for tiny babies??

3 points posted by Denise Williams

No, babies cant usually stand very long and reach that height. Technically, this is for 12 months- 4 years. Tiny Babies should never be kept around water without extreme supervision. I would NOT get this for a baby. Only for a toddler- preschool age.

-1 points posted by Kacey Stroder

Good to know, because my son usually gets bored so fast with everything, and I get tired of having to get rid of his toys

Mario Torres

Practitioner II

Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes

My kid played with this when she was 2 and she took that thing everywhere! It was like her mini-radio for toddlers. She loved hearing the soothing sounds of classical music play, I guess that explains why shes such a calm kid huh? lol I think this is great, it keeps them entertained with the colorful beads in the side that spin to the musical notes that light up and glow when melody is played. Its a great toy to entertain babies/toddlers when out and about running errands because it keeps them busy and calm for a good while. My wife said she doesn't know what she would have done without it. lol That says it all there!

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David Fort

Specialist I

Matchbox 20 Car Set â€“ Styles May Vary

Collecting the entire line of die cast Matchbox cars has never been more exciting. In 2008 there are 100 cars to collect with the great variety of models and decos that you've come to expect from Matchbox. Size: 1 1/2? ?Made in Thailand? read more...

If your 2 year old boy is anything like mine then you can't go wrong with cars. My son has a name for each and everyone of his cars and asks for them by said name when he can't find one. He's recently even gotten to a point where he wants to take them to bed with him. They're his buddies. If you haven't already, you should definitely get him some cars.

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James Lawrence

Enthusiast III

Melissa & Doug Monster Bowling Game Plush

Teach kids the classic game of bowling - with a ghoulish twist. This wacky bowling set features six furry, funky-textured pins and one beastly ball! Measurements 8.5" x 7" x 9". read more...

My mom got these for my little sister and at the stage of a terrible two, they like to knock down stuff and break stuff and make a mess so mom thought this was perfect for her to get her energy out while teaching her focus and aim along with silly looking monsters to not be afraid of in her room because they are just toys. My lil sis loves them and screams loud while playing, she gets so excited! lol

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Jason Liechman

Practitioner II

Playskool Lullaby Gloworm Boy (styles may vary)

Help baby transition from busy time to bedtime. With a simple squeeze, the LULLABY GLOWORM toy lights up with a friendly, glowing face and soothing lullaby songs. Three modes of play include light only, demo mode or play mode. Six different lullab... read more...

my mom said when I was 2, I carried my glow worm around everywhere I went. I'd say thats a well liked toy. lol

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Mark Wilson

Practitioner II

Vtech Preschool Learning Tote and Go Laptop

I admit being guilty to buying this for our toddler mostly because it distracted him from trying to get to my computer and stuff. So I can say, I love this toy. lol It definitely keeps him busy from his curious fingers reaching my keyboard and deleting things, he can go crazy with this and its also teaching him at the same time with is a bonus! Its really cute actually, he does get into this "work face" I guess the kind that I put on when im working so he does focus on this toy a lot. Happy kiddo, happy daddy!

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David Hugh

Practitioner II

LeapFrog Fridge Phonics Magnetic Alphabet Set - Styles May Vary

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Learning toys are always the best for children of all ages. You cant go wrong with a smart toy, learning is the best toy for kids rather then wasting on on something that wont help development the brain.