When it comes to stocking the playroom, your favorite little ones (and their parents) deserve the best baby products and gear on the market, including the coolest toys and entertaining finds. With so many colorful and unique baby toys out there, indecision is inevitable. That’s where we come in. We combed through the noise to find some of the best toys and gifts for the 1-year-olds in your life. Whether you’re shopping for their first birthday, a holiday, or you just want to shower them with presents, we found a variety of cool gifts that will keep them entertained and engaged all year long.
From toys that teach color recognition to interactive play mats and everything in between, we found several items that will encourage development for your favorite babies. We also included a few picks that will help them get up and get moving, whether they’re at the crawling and scooting stage or prepping to take those first steps. These toys for 1-year-olds will motivate them to explore the world around them and provide plenty of action with vibrant lights and animated sounds. Check out the best toys and gifts for 1-year-olds ahead and browse our guides for the best gifts for the other toddlers and kids in your life, including for infants, 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds, 5-year-olds, 6-year-olds, 7-year-olds, 8-year-olds, 9-year-olds, tweens, and teens. We’ve got you and your baby cousins (and your nieces and nephews, your friends’ kids, your neighbors’ kids – basically all the kids) covered.