Top Toys by Age: The Best Playtime Picks for 1, 2 & 3 Year Olds

Choosing the right toy for your child’s age can feel like a bit of a minefield, especially when you’re typing “best toys for 3-year-olds” or “top toys for toddlers” into Google for the hundredth time. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. At Jaques of London, we believe in meaningful, age-appropriate play that adds true value and supports your little one’s development at every stage.

Let’s take the guesswork out of gifting and explore our favourite toy picks for ages 1, 2 and 3. Each one hand-crafted, child-loved, and designed with purpose.

Best Toys for 1-Year-Olds

First Steps into Play

At one, it’s all about discovery. Your little explorer is developing their motor skills, hand-eye coordination and sensory awareness. So toys with movement, colour, sound and touch are a winner.

Pop-Up Penguins – Tap, press, and giggle! This cause-and-effect toy introduces action and reaction in the cutest way.

Let’s Learn Pull-Along Shape Sorter - Great for sorting shapes and encouraging early walking skills with the pull along string.
Rain Sound Maker – A gentle, soothing sensory toy that babies (and parents!) love. Easy grip for little ones.
Sound Blocks – Tactile, noisy, and just the right size for tiny hands. Let them explore the blocks different sensory components!
Shape Sorting Clock – It’s never too early to introduce numbers and shapes!

Psst: Want to browse more options? Check out our full collection of Toys for 1 Year Olds!

Best Toys for 2-Year-Olds

Play with Purpose

Two-year-olds are full of curiosity. They want to stack, sort, build and imitate the world around them. This is the age when role play, problem-solving and fine motor skills start to shine.

Counting Dinosaur Number Toy – A colourful way to introduce counting and early numeracy.

Hook the Frog – A fun little game that’s perfect for coordination and concentration. Hook, catch and count the slippery frogs from their pond! Multiple ways to play cards included.
Rhythm & Rhyme Set – Musical play is magical for language development — and this set hits all the right notes!

Wooden Noah’s Ark – Endless imaginative play and learning through storytelling. With detailed figures, the animals and Noah need your help to escape the flood!
Wooden Aeroplane – Zoom, zoom! Great for pretend play and developing language through storytelling.

Don’t miss our full range of Toys for 2 Year Olds, there’s something for every little learner!

Best Toys for 3-Year-Olds

Imagination Unleashed

By three, your child’s imagination is in full swing. Play becomes more expressive, and kids love building, creating and experimenting with the world around them. That’s why Toys for 3 Year Olds are our most searched collection, and here’s why:

Animal Skittles – New in and full of fun! Perfect for indoor or outdoor bowling adventures. Screen-free play.

Rapid Rocket – Jump on the launchpad and watch the air shoot the rockets sky-high!
Dinosaur Doodle Pad – Creative play meets dino-mad excitement! With 10 pages, 2 tracing pages, 12 pens and easy wipe pages, this doodle pad is nothing short of roar-some.
Ocean Artist Set – Under-the-sea inspired art for budding creatives. 12 bright pencils included, a 2m drawing roll and a self-adhesive, residue-free back, so you can draw whenever, wherever!

Let’s Learn Alphabet Puzzle – Great for early letter recognition and puzzle-solving play. Match the letters to the wooden card. Perfect for teaching common spellings and enhancing phonics knowledge!

Looking for even more great ideas? Our best sellers page is packed with top-rated toys parents (and little ones!) love.

Whether they’re 1, 2 or 3, or somewhere in between, we’ve got age-appropriate, joy-sparking toys for every incredible stage.

Happy playing!