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Wooden toys for Toddlers
Charming wooden toys for your toddlers

by Dipika Mirpuri
for About.com

Wooden toys bring back the feeling of nostalgia among most parents. Kids love wooden toys too. Wooden toys are far removed from the noisy technologically advanced toys out on the market. Yet, their undeniable charm and appeal makes wooden toys a treasured addition in your child’s toy collection. The simplicity and effectiveness of wooden toys, make them a sure winner among kids. Here is a selection of wooden toys which your kids will love.

Also, check out some great toddler toy suggestions.

1. Alex Toys Wooden Toy Sets - String and Beep

Alex Toys Wooden Stringing Sets - String and BeepAlex Toys
Trying to get your child interested in a different toy rather than the normal cars and trucks? The Wooden String set may be the solution. The wooden toy set includes 12 wooden beads, a wooden needle, cotton lace and stopper. Your little one will be encouraged to improve on fine motor skills and manual dexterity as he or she strings the beads with the wooden needle. The bright colors and shapes is another plus point in this wooden toy which is perfect for kids between the ages of 36 months and 7 years.
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2. Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Frolicking Frog Pull Toy

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Frolicking Frog Pull ToyMelissa & Doug
This is a classic wooden toy with a modern look. The frolicking frog is as cheerful as his name implies. Babies will love to watch this cute froggie playfully hop up and down and wiggle it's eyes when pulled along. The unique design, high quality and entertainment value makes this toy a must have in your child’s collection. Perfect for kids over the age of 18 months.
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3. Creanimaux Farm from Djeco

Creanimaux Farm from DjecoDjeco
Creativity is encouraged in this beautifully designed toy from the artists at Paris-based toy company Djeco. Creanimaux takes children's blocks to another level. 29 vibrantly colored wooden pieces can be used to assemble a dog, bunny, horse, pig, chicken or cow. These chunky blocks have cute designs and can be mixed and matched to create unique characters. This durable, beautifully designed wooden toy set is painted with non toxic, child-friendly paints. Ideal for babies and toddlers aged one year and up.
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4. Tuffy the Tow Truck Wooden Toy

Tuffy the Tow Truck Wooden Toy
The popular PBS animation series Jay Jay and the Jet Plane has released it's very own line of toys. Jay Jay and the other characters are really popular with kids. And Tuffy the Little Tow Truck is a major hit among her fans. Tuffy is full of confidence. She never gives up, no matter how heavy her load. Tuffy's wheels spin and her tow hook really retracts making her seem more realistic to her tiny fans. A popular wooden toy among kids.
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5. Green Car with Passenger from Bajo

Green Car with Passenger from BajoBajo
This little wooden toy is perfect for your little ones. The simplistic, yet cute design is very appealing. This chunky wood car complete with a passenger will engage your toddler. The wooden toy from Bajo is made from locally grown woods like apple wood, cherry wood, alder, maple, beech, birch or walnut and are finished with child-safe, non-toxic lacquers which is makes it safe for your child. This sturdy wooden toy will grow with your child and can be kept as a keepsake. Perfect for babies and toddlers one year and up.
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6. Alex Toys Wacky Bowling Set

Alex Toys Wacky Bowling SetAlex Toys
This is a wacky wooden toy that will delight your kids. The Alex Wacky Bowling Set is a bowling set with each pin featuring a funny character. The set comes with 6 pins, 2 balls and a convenient carry-along bag. The bright colors and fun shapes will interest your kids. Parents and kids can have loads of fun with this awesome toy. Suitable for kids over the age of 18 months.
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7. Erste Steine Wooden Baby Blocks from Haba

Erste Steine Wooden Baby Blocks from HabaHaba
These wooden baby blocks from Haba feature a bright red car with a happy driver and six different building blocks. To top it off, each block has its own acoustic or visual surprise. The wooden blocks are made of maple wood with multiple coats of natural, water-based, non-toxic lacquers to ensure the colors of these blocks stay vivid and bright for years to come. Babies and toddlers will love playing, building and discovering the unique feature of each block. This wooden toy is ideal for ages one and up.
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