As I have gotten more into my inspired Montessori curriculum within our home,  I have really re-thought presents for this Christmas. My first gut reaction is that I really just want our families to spend time with my children. Because most of them live over 3,500 km away from us, time with all of our relatives is very precious and an important experience to us! However, they are generous individuals that still want to get the children something which I can appreciate.

I have included educational toys for both babies and toddlers in three different categories: Montessori Toy Wishlist, Budget-Friendly Toys (under $20) and Do It Yourself Toys that you can make for your loved ones. There is also a section for Toddler Furniture that I think is great!

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Educational Toys for Baby

 

Montessori Toy Wishlist

1. Ergobaby Baby Carrier: – $124.99 – This is my #1 recommendation of baby gear. I use mine daily.
2. Pound and Roll Tower: – $14.99 – This one was a favourite of Mr J’s.
3. Clutching Toy: – $18.97 – Great for practicing clutching & grasping skills.
4.  Mini Playsilk : – $26.20 – Use your imagination with this natural textile!
5. Fish Teething Rattle: – $21.72 – Love the shape & semi-precious stones inside this teether/rattler/grasper combination.

 

Budget-Friendly (under $20)

1. MULA Stacking Rings – $9.99
2. Natural Wooden Ring Rattle – $14.99 
3. My First ABC Cloth Book – $17.95
4. Natural Skwish Rattle – $16.00
5. MULA Shape Sorter – $9.99

 

Do It Yourself

1. Sensory Bottles from The Inspired Home
   
2. Treasure Basket from Living Montessori Now  (Photo from Little Acorns to Mighty Oaks)
3. Wooden Toy Arch from  from Jack Inc. (Photo from Jack Inc)
4. Sensory Bean Bags from How We Montessori (Photo from How We Montessori)
5. Wipe Box Toy from The Inspired Home

Educational Toys for Toddler

 

Montessori Toy Wishlist

1. Latches Board: – $28.71 – Great practices for little fingers.
2. Super Sorting Pie: – $27.99 – Good transfering & colour identification activity.
3. Learning Tower: – $242.00 – Get up little chefs up to counter level with no risk of falls.
4. Wheely Bee: – $89.99 – Scoot around the basement or driveway with this fun bee.
5. Water Blocks: – $39.99 – Colour, mixing and shapes all in one!

 

 Budget Friendly (under $20)

1. Basic Skills Board – $19.95
2. MALA Easel – $19.99
3. Pound-A-Peg – $9.99
4. FUNDERA Building Blocks – $9.99
5. Rhythm Set – $12.99

 

Toddler Furniture

1. Bekvan Step Stool – $16.99
2. DukTig Mini Kitchen – $139.00
3. KidKraft Sling Bookshelf – $59.50
4. Latt Table & Chairs – $24.99
5. Expedit Birch Shelving Unit – $79.99

 

 

Do It Yourself

1. DIY Dressing Frames using upcycled materials from Having Fun Yet?  (Photo from Having Fun Yet?)
2. Little Helper Tower from Ana White (Photo from Ana White)
3. Tugging Box from Laughing Kids Learn (Photo by Laughing Kids Learn)
4. DIY Play Stand from Ana White & That’s My Letter (Photo from That’s My Letter)
5. Quiet Book from The Inspired Home

 What is on your wishlist for your children this season? Are you planning any do-it-yourself toy projects?