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17 Educational Non-Materialistic Gifts for Toddlers

By Olivia Canning · · 1 Comment

By the time they’ve reached toddler years, kids have usually accumulated enough toys to keep the whole neighborhood entertained. Come their next birthday or Christmas, their parents could be asking for no toys! If that’s the case, we’ve come up with a great list of non-materialistic gifts for toddlers that will keep them busy and entertained while they learn, play, and develop.

  1. Color In Tablecloth

    2. Color In Tablecloth

    Mealtime will come to life with this underwater themed tablecloth. Little ones will learn about different underwater animals as they color. It’s also washable, so when the kids are done, just throw it in the washing machine and they can start again!

    See it on Uncommon Goods

  2. Personalized Toy Box

    3. Personalized Toy Box

    For the toys that they already have! These beautifully crafted boxes feature slow closing hinges to keep little fingers safe, and can be laser engraved with any name.

    See it on Etsy

  3. Canvas Tee Pee with Markers

    4. Canvas Tee Pee with Markers

    Keep your walls marker free with this cool canvas play tent that they can draw on! A great addition to their playroom or living space, there’s plenty of room inside for playing, reading, napping, and camping.

    See it on Target

  • Trampoline

    • Trampoline

    Jumping on a trampoline is one of the most simple yet memorable parts of being a kid, and the best thing is, they last for ages, so the kids can enjoy it for years to come.

    See it on Dicks Sporting Goods

  • Fun and Unique Bed

    • Fun and Unique Bed

    Imagine having a bed like this as a kid. You’d never want to leave it! Kids will love sleeping, reading and playing on their new cool bed!

    See it on Target

  • Classic Book Collection

    • Classic Book Collection

    Books are the perfect non-materialistic gift for kids, and no child’s book collection is complete without Dr Seuss books. This box set contains favorites like The Cat in the Hat, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish and Green Eggs and Ham.

    See it on Amazon

  • Mini Indoor Play Centre

    • Mini Indoor Play Centre

    Whether they are playing with siblings or by themselves, toddlers will love being able to climb all over this beautifully made set. Great for indoors or outdoors too!

    See it on Etsy

  • Sign Language Blocks

    • Sign Language Blocks

    Toddlers LOVE playing with blocks, and these blocks are a great tool for toddlers to learn while they play. Each block is printed with easy-to-follow diagrams of alphabetic hand signs and embossed letters, perfect for tracing with little fingers.

    See it on Uncommon Goods

  • Personalized Name Puzzle

    • Personalized Name Puzzle

    Seeing your name on your things as a kid is a simple pleasure. These puzzles feature your little one’s name, so they are a great tool for them to learn how to spell their name and practice their fine motor skills.

    See It On Etsy

  • Bookshelf with Reading Nook

    • Bookshelf with Reading Nook

    A perfect addition to any playroom or bedroom, this bookshelf has a built in reading nook, so your little one can sit and read in comfort and have easy access to their other books.

    See it on Amazon

  • Face Food Plate

    • Face Food Plate

    Make mealtime a little bit easier with these funny plates. Parents and toddlers can create all kinds of weird and wonderful faces that will hopefully make eating veggies fun!

    See it on On Uncommon Goods

  • Animal Wall Decor

    • Animal Wall Decor

    Wall decal is a great way to jazz up any kids bedroom or playroom, especially if you live in a rental. These cute decals are gender neutral and kids will love having new little friends on their walls. If they love animals, check out our amazing list of gift ideas for kids who love animals!

    See it on West Elm

  • Solar System Puzzle

    • Solar System Puzzle

    This beautiful wooden planetary system puzzle will have your little ones learning about space as they play. The stand and the striking colors would make it an eye catching piece amongst their bedroom decor too.

    See It On Etsy

  • Cute Money Box

    • Cute Money Box

    Teach them young about the importance of saving money, with this adorable money box. From birthday money from grandparents, to money from the tooth fairy, this little guy will keep it all safe until they are ready to spend it! Find more animal related gifts on our list of gifts for tweens who LOVE animals.

    See It On Etsy

  • World Map Quilt

    • World Map Quilt

    An awesome (and easy) way to get kids learning about geography, this beautiful quilt will last your little one until they have grown into a big kid bed!

    See it on Pottery Barn

  • Personalized Wall Art

    • Personalized Wall Art

    Another great way to teach your kiddies how to spell their name, and a cute little addition to their bedroom wall too! Choose from a range of sizes to suit their space.

    See It On Etsy

  • Fun Bath Toys

    • Fun Bath Toys

    These pipes suction to the bathroom wall and can be used individually or to create a chain to pour water through. Super fun and an awesome way to build on fine motor skills and problem solving too!

    See it on Amazon

    Thanks for checking out our list of non-materialistic gifts for toddlers! We hope these gifts inspire learning, growth and development for your littles ones, without the added clutter of toys and other possessions. If you’re still looking for gifts for kids, check out our Gifting Kids section for some more cool ideas.

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