Toys & play
Learning is so much fun
There's nothing complicated about play. The only energy needed is your child's (and there's plenty of that!). Our safe and fun toys motivate kids to develop gross and fine motor skills, social skills and logical thinking through role play, imagination, creativity and movement. Discover the joy and benefits of choosing the right baby toys & play mats, mixing their development with pure fun!
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Toys for kids that call on their creativity
Want to create your own kids toy set? Our art supplies for kids make a great place to start! Stock your budding artist up with all the essentials at an affordable price, including watercolour paints, coloured pencils, chalk, modelling dough and more. Be sure to take a peek at our easels whose sleek design, stellar performance and low price have earned them many 5-star reviews.
Why are toys essential for child development?
Toys are the building blocks of your child's future. Engaging with toys sparks creativity and imagination, paving the way for cognitive and social skills. For toddlers, toys are more than mere amusement—they are tools that help them understand the world. Toddler toys designed for this age group focus on fine motor skill development and sensory exploration. Bright colours, interesting textures, and sounds stimulate their senses, while building blocks challenge their problem-solving skills.
What should I look for in children's toys?
When selecting children's toys, consider their educational value and how they align with your child's interests. Toys should be age-appropriate, safe, and durable. For younger children, look for toys that encourage interaction and physical play. As children grow, their toys should evolve with them. Older children benefit from more complex toys, such as various games or wooden toys that foster creativity, strategic thinking and cooperation.
The power of play: encouraging lifelong learning
Toys are a child's first introduction to learning through play. They offer a unique opportunity to develop essential life skills in a safe and controlled environment. By role-playing with plushies or similar toys, children learn empathy and social roles. Colouring books and building blocks allow them to express themselves and develop their artistic talents. The key is to provide a variety of toys that cater to different developmental stages and learning styles.
Choosing the right toys for your children is a delightful journey. Remember that the best toy is one that matches your child's developmental needs and unleashes their potential.
Keeping children’s toys organized made easy
At IKEA, we don’t only offer the best classic toys and games for kids crafted from safe materials—we also offer the best ways to keep them easy-to-access and off the floor! Our smartly designed toy storage is the stuff clutter-free dreams are made of. And with everything put away properly, you might find your kids have an easier time choosing which toy to play with and play with all their toys more often.
We’re serious about safety testing
When we develop products for kids, we first try to see things the way children do. We know their world revolves around play, movement, imagination, relaxation, sleeping and eating. Bumps and bruises are part of growing up, but serious injuries are unacceptable.
When testing our products, we strive to identify and minimize potential safety risks. Each product goes through a long process of testing and is not launched until we are satisfied that it meets our requirements for safety. And even after our products are launched, we continue to evaluate and test them regularly, and if needed we make improvements.