Christmas will be here in just a few days, and, if you’re like me, you may still have a bit more shopping to do. As a mom of 3, it can be hard to find the time to get the perfect gift for everyone. Today, I’m sharing some ideas for last minute gift for 2 year old — these are items my own 2-year-old, Alexis, either has or would love. And, everything in this post is available on Amazon, so there are plenty of options for fast shipping to save the day! Let’s stop procrastinating and start shopping!
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1) Balance Bike for 2 Year Old
I got Alexis a balance bike last Christmas, and it’s still one of her most-used items a year later. In addition to being a fun toy, the balance bike is actually a very useful step for a 2-year-old to progress towards eventually being able to ride a bike without training wheels.
2) Magnetic Tiles for 2 Year Old
I got a set of magnetic tiles when my oldest child, Colton, was just 2 years old. Now, he’s almost 10 and still plays with them. At a young age, kids can do basic builds, then they can progress to more complicated builds as they grow up. I also love that magnetic tiles are easy to clean up–just throw them into a bag or in a tote and you’re all set.
With young kids, you will want to supervise them playing with the magnetic tiles because there is a possibility of their little fingers getting pinched between the tiles. But, as long as they are supervised, all of my kids have enjoyed magnetic tiles starting when they were 2 years old.
3) Water Table for 2 Year Old
Next up on my list of last minute gift for 2 year old is a water table. And, like the magnetic tiles, I purchased a water table when my oldest child was just a toddler. It has stood the test of time and all 3 of my kids have enjoyed playing with it for many years! At times, we’ve even filled our water table with sand to make a different sensory experience.
4) Mega Bloks for 2 Year Old
The next idea on this list of last minute gift for 2 year old is Mega Bloks, which are a bigger, toddler-sized of other building blocks we know and love. I actually purchased a set of Mega Bloks at a garage sale while I was pregnant with Colton about 10 years ago. He spent many hours playing with them, then Blair played with them, and now Alexis is enjoying them. They stand the test of time and allow for imaginative play. Plus, this set comes with a tote bag for easy clean up!
5) Steering Wheel Toy for 2 Year Old
Alexis has this exact steering wheel toy and she has spent many hours practicing her “driving” skills. Plus, this last minute gift for 2 year old option is very affordable, making it a great idea when you are looking for a gift on a limited budget.
6) Doodle Board for 2 Year Old
We actually purchased one of these doodle boards for my then 6-year-old, Blair, last year. But, Alexis claimed it as her own and we ended up having to purchase another so both girls could have one. These are super affordable and allow for hours of creative drawing and, eventually, writing. They’re very handy to have in the car on road trips, too.
7) Little People Toys for 2 Year Old
Finally on my list of last minute gift for 2 year old is Little People. I actually remember having Little People when I was growing up, but they’ve come a long way. There are so many options for characters (Mean Girls, anyone?) and scenes now. This bus is one that is affordable and always a classic–what kid doesn’t love a big yellow school bus?
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