Best Toys for 3 Year Olds in 2024

Best Toy for 3 Year Old UK

Kids need toys, not because you can take a tiny break and catch up on chores but because they can help in their mental and physical development. The best toys for 3-year-olds in the UK are designed to engage the child in a healthy activity and stimulate creativity in them. There is a wide variety of toys available so there is something for everyone.

A 3-year-old child can now move and think faster. This means that the basic toys they got as a 1-year-old are going to bore them fast. Toys that offer a bit more interactivity are going to be perfect for them. They are mastering the use of their tiny fingers and would love to fidget around a toy of their liking. They are also getting smarter so a bit complex toys will make them enjoy their time more.

We selected some of the best toys for 3 years olds by making sure they are fun. Yes, we tested several on an actual baby, and no, we didn’t steal a baby for this article. The toys are all different and honestly, if you buy them all, your kid will probably love them all. So it is recommended that you check out the whole list before getting settled. Even if you are purchasing for a kid in your life, this list has something for everyone.

The best thing about the Lego 10869 Duplo Town Farm is the sheer number of items that are included in it. There are 104 pieces in this toy package and all of them are well designed with a great level of detail. This will keep your kid occupied for a long time simply because there are so many things to build and enjoy. They can make a barn and a farmhouse with the Lego 10869 Duplo Town Farm.

There are farm animals in the set too. There is a cow, a goat, a sheep, and a bunny as well. There are also farm tools included in there. We love how detailed the tractor is with its headlights, tires, and seat. There is even a slide that can be attached to the farmhouse for the little Lego people. Speaking of the farmhouse, there is even a toilet in the upper level, which will surely make your tiny ones giggle.

Lego is known for its great quality toys and the Lego 10869 Duplo Town Farm is no exception. The toy is made of plastic but has a good amount of detail. Thanks to 104 pieces in the toy, there is a lot to do here. We loved the barn bell that can be rung with a string. There is also a picnic table for lunchtime. Overall, the Lego 10869 Duplo Town Farm is a well-rounded toy that will provide a long period of fun and opportunity to learn. For toys for younger years, look at our best toys for 2 year old’s.

Kids are very technologically smart these days, they are born in a world of touch screens and computers. This is exactly why they’ll feel right at home when playing with the Tonies Creative Tonie Music Player. It is a Wifi based speaker that starts playing when one of the collectible “Tonie” figures is placed on it. The figures are sold separately, however, you don’t need additional ones. This is because a “Creative Tonie” is included in this starter set.

The creative Tonie allows you to record a story, message, or a song that can play whenever it is placed on the box. This is especially great because the child will be able to recognize your voice instantly and start enjoying the content. Of course, there is a time limit of 90 minutes on the recording.

The Tonies Creative Tonie Music Player is easy to control for the child as well. Pressing the ears changes volume and the kid can tap on the side to skip tracks or fast forward. The best thing is, the toy is robust and doesn’t have a screen. If you are searching for toys for younger ones, check out our guide on the best toys for 1 year old’s.

The best thing about the Melissa & Doug Cutting Fruit Set is its simplicity. There are fruits, there is a knife, and the kid cuts the fruits. That’s all there is to it. However, despite being a simple toy, there is a lot of potential for learning here. The kid can learn all the names of the fruits, and there are plenty of them included as well.

You don’t have to worry about the knife being real either, it is completely edgeless and made out of wood. This ensures it won’t poke anything important or break down if the kid decides to hammer the orange. Don’t ask how we know that though. There are 17 pieces in the set and 7 different fruits to cut. Everything comes in a neat wooden crate that is used to store the fruits when not in play.

Not only the Melissa & Doug Cutting Fruit Set teaches fruits to kids but it can also help in mathematics. From counting to addition and even division if the kid is interested later on. Overall, the quality of the toy is great with detailed fruits.

The Orchard Toys Giant Railway is not a giant railway model, it is a jigsaw puzzle. That’s right, the toy is a big puzzle the kid can piece together and it becomes a big railway track. Everything is made with cardboard though so it is not as durable as other toys on the list. However, don’t worry about the pieces being too small or flimsy, your kid won’t be able to eat them.

There are cardboard trains, stations, people, crossings, and a cow too. Overall, the toy is amazing to have for a three-year-old simply because it engages the kid in active play. They will need to piece together the jigsaw and that conveys a feeling of accomplishment. The toy can pair with toy trains from other companies as well.

The Learning Resources Pretend & Play Doctors Set comes with 18 different medical tools that are made with superb quality BPS free plastic. The tools come in a nifty carrying case that is sturdy and easy to carry around. The plastic used in this toy is exceptionally well-made and the toys are strong enough to take a beating.

There is a stethoscope, tweezers, scissors, plasters, syringe, thermometer, glasses, and even a smartphone. There are other tools too in the set but we like the stethoscope. The stethoscope comes with a realistic heartbeat. The batteries are included in it as well. The smartphone also makes sounds as well as the old school pager. Overall, the Learning Resources Pretend & Play Doctors Set is a great role playing toy that can familiarize the child with doctors and clinics.

The first toy story released when we were kids so this toy is more for us than the kid. But let’s pretend you are getting this for your child and not yourself to stage fights with Optimus Prime. The Disney Pixar Walking Buzz Lightyear is a 7-inch tall figure that comes with different sound effects and phrases from the movies. And yes, “To infinity and beyond” is included.

The laser lights up, Buzz can walk forwards as well as backward, and even has a special move. The wings even extend out. I think you are already smashing the purchase button.

Donatina from the Kindi Kids Snack Time Friends series is an adorable doll with beautiful hair. There are 6 different dolls you can select and each one has their style. We picked the first one for this article because of the pink hair (the kid selected that). The 10-inch tall Donatina was an instant hit.

Donatina’s head bobbles and wobbles around. You can change the clothes and remove the shoes for cleaning as well. The Kindi Kids Snack Time Friends is known for its food eating mechanic and this one is no different. Donatina eats the cereal from the included bowl and spoon.

The Xootz Kids Bubble Scooter is available in blue or pink variants. It is a normal scooter that a kid can easily ride around either inside or outside. It won’t fall either thanks to its triple tire arrangement. It is also made with sturdy materials.

The best thing about the Xootz Kids Bubble Scooter is its bubble shooting abilities. The scooter leaves a trail of bubbles in its wake. This is perfect if there are multiple kids in your household. They can chase around the bubbles and have just as much fun.

Get a cute Dalmatian puppy and all the tools to care for its health in this neat package. There is even a carrier so you can take the doggie with you wherever you go. The Battat Dalmatian Vet Kit includes 15 different pieces including a stethoscope.

There is a syringe for the injections, thermometer to check the temperature, and a blood-pressure monitor. After playtime, you can store everything in the carrier as well. Battat Dalmatian Vet Kit is a great toy for 3-year-olds to learn and have fun.

Kids love Peppa Pig and they will surely love a puzzle clock with him on it. This is exactly what Milly & Flynn Peppa Pig Puzzle Clock brings. It is a simple jigsaw puzzle clock that children can put together easily.

Each puzzle piece has a number that the kid can learn. The pieces are colored differently as well so you can teach colors, numbers, and time with one cute toy.