The very best Christmas gifts for preschoolers 2024

We're huge fans of Tonieboxes here at Mother&Baby, as they offer the opportunity for screen-free time enjoying your children's favourite books and characters. Perfect for three to five year olds, transform their favourite space into a wondrous new world with a Toniebox. Little hands control the action, meaning they're free to play for as long as they like while you get on with something else. Comes pre-loaded with one hour of songs and stories.

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We know toddlers spend most of their time running causing mischief, but when they still doing need quiet time, which is why this personalised chair makes a perfect Christmas present. You can personalise it with any name of your choice.

Melissa & Doug's toys last a lifetime, and these lacing beads are perfect for improving and developing strong fine motor, cognitive, and visual perception skills, while promoting hand-eye coordination.

One of the most popular toys of the year, you little ones will spend hours at their very own ice cream shop. The wooden tabletop counter is sturdy and holds eight wooden scoops of different-flavoured ice cream, six assorted toppings, two cones, a plastic cup, an ice cream scooper and a wooden spoon.

Montessori play is becoming increasingly popular and we can see why. Inspired by teaching children to play and learn involving children's natural interests and activities with a strong focus on hands-on approach to learning. This magnetic colour and number maze will keep them occupied for ages and will help to improve their independence and fine motor skills.

Magnets are having a moment. These magnectic tiles provide hours of fun as your little one can create a variety of 2D and 3D shapes. Made of premium BPA-free plastic, toxin-free and durable - plus the tiles have smooth edges so no harm to little hands.

Toddlers love scotting about everywhere, so why not gift them with a timeless scooter from Banwood? The classic scooter is easy to assemble and comes with the cutest little basket.

A play tent is a great way of introducing quiet time to your incredibly active toddler. They also look so cute in their bedroom or your living room. We love the simplicity of this tent and how it will fit any decor.

If your little one adores dressing up in different character outfits, this fireman set from Melissa & Doug will make a great gift for those who love to entertain. Complete with helmet, extinguisher and megaphone.

This 54 piece BRIO cargo railway will delight your little train lover, and is a great first introduction into the world of train sets.

For smaller Barbie fans, this interactive Dreamhouse playset is perfect for pre-schoolers who are Barbie obsessed but their hands are a little too small for big girl version.

Let storytime come to life as young children can watch, listen, and read along to their favorite stories with this delightful (and nostalgic) Little Tikes Dream Machine. Colorful lights and sound effects help each story magically unfold. We love the old school design.

If your child is animal mad, we think there is nothing better than this highly rated Fisher Price Caring For Animal Farm playset. Includes a farmer figure, animal figures as well as 45 songs, sounds and phrases.