Your 3-year-old is a baby no more. They have blossoming personalities and strong opinions, and it's heartwarming to watch them grow every day. Whether they're into puzzles, stem projects, or toys based on their favourite TV characters, we have 39 gift ideas for the curious 3-year-old [1] in your life.
Disney Elena of Avalor and Skylar 2-Pack
When Disney's latest princess and her loyal friend [2] ($9) move, Skylar's wings flap in the wind.
Imaginext DC Super Friends Batman Batbot Xtreme
The Imaginext DC Super Friends Batman Batbot Xtreme [3] ($211) takes the whole bat symbol thing to the next level.
Lakeshore Play & Explore Rocket
The Lakeshore Play & Explore Rocket [4] ($40) playset gives kids tons of room to explore their imagination — and space!
Intex Dinosaur Play Centre
If you're looking to take water games to the next level, you need this Intex Dinosaur Play Centre [5] ($35, originally $45).
Crayola Magic Light Brush and Drawing Pad
Draw your cares away with this Crayola Magic Light Brush and Drawing Pad [6] ($16, originally $20).
Epic Castle Playhouse
Your kid might not be old enough for Game of Thrones yet, but this G-rated Epic Castle Playhouse [7] ($100) can start them off in the right direction.
Mr. Potato Head Star Wars Mashups
Mr. Potato Head expanded its line of Mashups to include some of the cutest Star Wars figures [8] ($28) we've ever seen.
3 Bees & Me Bath Toy Basketball Hoop & Balls Set
This 3 Bees & Me Bath Toy Basketball Hoop & Balls Set [9] ($15) fits around 95% of bathtub taps. It'll make any kid excited for bath time.
Sofia the First Talking Sofia and Animal Friends
Disney's Sofia the First Talking Sofia and Animal Friends [10] ($80) features an interactive Princess Sofia doll wearing a glowing amulet. Sofia can "speak" phrases with her animal friends, Clover the Rabbit, Mia the Bluebird, and Robin the Robin!
KidKraft Uptown Elite Espresso Play Kitchen
Play make-believe with this KidKraft Uptown Elite Espresso Play Kitchen [11] ($160).
Disney Jr. The Lion Guard Training Lair Playset
Disney Jr. The Lion Guard Training Lair Playset [12] ($45, originally $54) is three feet tall with a zip line, bungee launcher, and spinning cave wall.
Melissa & Doug USA Map Floor Puzzle
Do a puzzle and learn about geography? We love this Melissa & Doug USA Map Floor Puzzle [13] ($12).
Kinetic Sand Slime Lab
This Kinetic Sand Slime Lab [14] ($10) will keep kids busy for hours.
ALEX Toys Rub a Dub Draw in the Tub Crayons
Bath time has never been this fun. With ALEX Toys Rub a Dub Draw in the Tub Crayons [15] ($8), your little Picasso can create all they want, and you don't have to stress about a mess.
Candy Land
Share this sweet game with a child in your life. Candy Land [16] ($6) is suitable for kids age 3 and up.
GeoSafari Jr. Jungle Crew Lab Set
Your budding scientist will have some fun with this safari-themed experiment kit. The GeoSafari Jr. Jungle Crew Lab Set [17] ($22) comes with six pieces and 10 activities to get kids experimenting.
Play-Doh Town 3-in-1 Town Centre
Play-Doh introduced 17 city-based kits [18] ($28), and all of the sets are interchangeable with other sets. Each is packed with hidden surprises like half molds and beards for the figures.
Play-Doh Doctor Drill 'n Fill Retro Pack
The Classic Play-Doh Doctor Drill 'n Fill Retro Pack [19] ($13) is back in honour of the dough company's 60th birthday!
My Little Pony Cutie Mark Magic Rarity Booktique Playset
The sweet My Little Pony Cutie Mark Magic Rarity Booktique Playset [20] ($25, originally $33) looks like a book when it is closed but magically opens to be a playset for kids. The three rooms are "revealed" when the "book's" pages are turned.
Fisher-Price Smart Scan Word Dash
As a part of Fisher-Price's new Think & Learn line, the Smart Scan Word Dash [21] ($17, originally 24) teaches tots early literacy skills and helps tots connect animals and their habitats.
Brackitz Architect 100 Piece Set
Brackitz, a new building toy that encourages open-ended play, is perfect for the 3-year-old in your life. The Brackitz Architect 100 Piece Set [22] ($42) has 60 planks and 40 connectors so kids can build up and out to their hearts' content.
Lakeshore Fairy Land Playset
This adorable Lakeshore Fairy Land Playset [23] ($40) features a house with a swing-open door, a leaf-shaped lounger, a wishing well, a table, two mushroom stools and a footbridge, plus hour poseable fairies.
Step2 Game Time Sports Climber And Slide
This Step2 Game Time Sports Climber And Slide [24] ($80) has everything. A basketball hoop, climbing station, and slide will ensure a very happy child.
Larry the Llama Ride-On
Does it get any cuter than The Land of Nod's Larry the Llama Ride-On [25] ($149), designed by artist Sabina Gibson? The llama comes with its own blanket and reins for a more authentic experience!
Donut Sidewalk Chalk Set
This adorable Donut Sidewalk Chalk Set [26] ($18) lets your 3-year-old's creativity run wild all while getting them outside. Talk about a win-win.
A Koala Crate Subscription
Fans of Kiwi Crate [27]'s subscription service for school-age kids will be thrilled to learn about Koala Crate — its toddler-friendly counterpart [28] ($17-$20 per month, depending on subscription frequency). Sign up the preschooler in your life for hands-on fun that lasts long after the holidays are over.
BMW Ride-On Toy Motorcycle
Your little daredevil will love having their very own BMW Ride-On Toy Motorcycle [29] ($349).
Munchkin Fishin' Bath Toy
Bathtime becomes so fun with this Munchkin Fishin' Bath Toy [30] ($8).
Personalized 80-Piece Art Set
Customize this Personalized 80-Piece Art Set [31] ($35).
Vtech DigiArt Creative Easel
Vtech DigiArt Creative Easel [32] ($54) can easily go from a light-up dry-erase board to a chalkboard or drawing table depending on your little one's creative move.
Disney Junior Doc McStuffins Baby All in One Nursery
They can take care of their baby doll just like mama does with a Disney Junior Doc McStuffins Baby All in One Nursery [33] ($60, originally $92).
The Lady Bug Game
Created by a six-year-old, The Lady Bug Game [34] ($19) requires no reading, and every time you play, you're in for a different adventure.
Fisher-Price Nickelodeon PAW Patrol Lights & Sounds Trike
Your Paw Patrol-obsessed toddler will go nuts over this Fisher-Price Nickelodeon PAW Patrol Lights & Sounds Trike [35] ($70).
Fisher-Price Zoom 'N Crawl Monster
Your little one will have a "ball" crawling around the Fisher-Price Zoom 'N Crawl Monster [36] ($35) that gets them moving by spitting colorful balls out every which way.
Melissa & Doug Scoop & Serve Ice Cream Counter
An update to Melissa and Doug's immensely popular ice cream set, this ice cream counter [37] ($46, originally $50) will have them scooping out cones for all of their friends.
Miller Goodman PlayShapes
Miller Goodman's PlayShapes [38] ($150) come with 74 pieces that can be mixed, matched, and paired up in endless combinations to create goofy-looking characters and sights.
Barbie Dream Horse and Doll
Name a more iconic duo than Barbie Dream Horse and Doll [39] ($90). That's what we thought.
Glowing Bath Time Pals
Why yes, these out-of-the-box Glowing Bath Time Pals [40] ($20) will make getting your little one into the tub a breeze.
Lite Brite Magic Screen
This retro Lite Brite [41] ($15, originally $20) comes with new piece shapes — including elbows, triangles, and fish — four light modes, and a translucent carrying case to make finding pieces easier (especially on the go).