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- Rainmaker Rainbow Stick
- First Word Books
- Climbing Arch with Pillow
- Animal Matching Game
- Montessori Dowel Toy Set
- Montessori Pink Tower
- Shape Puzzles
- Wooden Pop Up Toy
- Wooden Ball Tracker
- Custom Family Book
- Tripp Trapp High Chair
- Geometry Puzzle
- Shape Sorter
- Wooden Color Book
- Montessori Busy Board
- Balance Bike
- Lovevery Block Set
- 18-Month-Old Play Kit
- Wooden Walk 'n' Roll
- Wooden Little Copter
- Toddler Hammered Flatware Set
- Classic Wooden Rocking Stacker
- Junior Ramp Racer
- Clever Cat Memory Game
- Wooden Sensory Bin Tools
- Anatomically Correct Baby Doll
- Solid Wood Drum
Rainmaker Rainbow Stick
Children will discover cause and effect as they watch clear plastic beads cascading through a rainbow of wooden flowers. Can be used as a rhythm instrument or rattle, it makes a soft, soothing sound that imitates the natural sound of rain. Ages 6 Months+
First Word Books
My First 123, My First ABC,and My First Colors: These board books by DK are a great collection to have for your 18-month-old toddler. When possible,
Climbing Arch with Pillow
Montessori climbing toys make great gifts, and this climbing arch is a good first choice for your toddler. The steps are small, they can use the rails to pull up with their hands, it allows them to safely use their growing bodies in new and exciting ways.
Animal Matching Game
This set of animal figurines with
Montessori Dowel Toy Set
These stacking toys are used in
Montessori Pink Tower
The Pink Tower is one of the most classic
Shape Puzzles
This set of shape peg puzzles is a great
Wooden Pop Up Toy
Gently press these colorful wooden figures to make them bob up and down. Press them even harder and they pop up and out!
Wooden Ball Tracker
A ball tracker has many benefits including developing motor skills, eye strength, and bilateral integration skills. Makes a great
Custom Family Book
Possibly our very favorite gift idea, this custom wooden board book can be created with pictures of your 1 year old and any family members (plus friends and pets!) that you choose.
Tripp Trapp High Chair
More than just a high chair, the Tripp Trapp is loved by
Geometry Puzzle
Introduce children to shapes and colors with this two-sided wooden puzzle. One side features cutouts for individual shapes, while the other encourages children to combine pieces into simple two-piece shapes.
Shape Sorter
This is a classic developmental toy that not only gives toddlers practice with shape discrimination, but also cause and effect. The design of this shape sorter is wonderful for a younger child who is new to the concept.
Wooden Color Book
This
Montessori Busy Board
A simple
Balance Bike
I have loved using balance bikes for my kids. Strider is the best-known brand with the youngest starting age: 18 months. If they can walk, they can ride! This bike is adjustable and will grow with your toddler.
Lovevery Block Set
A brilliant, practical system of solid wood blocks for building spatial, language, and problem-solving skills. 70 heirloom-quality pieces that work with each other in more than 20 stage-based activities. Years of learning through play, crafted by child development experts.
18-Month-Old Play Kit
Lovevery offers different play kits for 18-month-olds that offer a variety of
Wooden Walk ‘n’ Roll
From the smooth-turning, well-balanced drum to the sturdy handle, this push-pull toy shows will last for years. An effective way to encourage spatial awareness and introduce directional language (forward, backward). Bring it out again later for imaginative play (lawn mower, vacuum cleaner).
Wooden Little Copter
It’s seamlessly crafted with smooth, rounded edges, fully functional wheels, and a twirling propeller to fuel both fine motor skills and budding imaginations. Ages 10 Months+
Toddler Hammered Flatware Set
This set has the look and feel of real flatware—because it is! This set includes a feeder spoon (5¾”) for infants, a blunt-tipped toddler fork (5″), and a toddler spoon (5″).
This set will grow with the child and is the perfect size and weight for the youngest learners.
Classic Wooden Rocking Stacker
Young children love the delightful clacking sound the wooden rings make when slid onto the rocking base. This activity helps develop size discrimination and hand-eye coordination.
Junior Ramp Racer
All wood, with a ramp frame and eight well-made race cars safe for young children. This ramp is an alternative to a ball tracker with similar benefits.
Clever Cat Memory Game
Sharpen children’s memory skills with this charmingly illustrated animal matching game. The 20 chunky wooden discs (10 pairs) are easier for small hands grasp and turn over than cardboard tiles.
Wooden Sensory Bin Tools
This set of wooden tools helps toddlers to hone practical life skills such as scooping, pouring, grasping, etc. Set includes 8 different pieces in a gift set.
Anatomically Correct Baby Doll
Baby dolls in Montessori are realistic and anatomically correct because learning materials should reflect the realism and diversity of the world. They help children to develop social-emotional learning and value people from diverse backgrounds.
Solid Wood Drum
Great for musical exploration while stimulating hand-eye coordination and auditory awareness. The mallet’s rubbery head softens the sound of this melodious tympanic drum.