Travel Toys for Tots

Our 3 and 1 year old’s favorite toys for road trips and plane rides. These have also come in handy while running errands, waiting at restaurants, doctor’s offices, etc.

Recommendations (19)

Books (2)

Melissa & Doug Puffy Sticker Activity Books Set
$15.75
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Annie G Can't live without
"We got the Pirate / Vehicles / Jungle Animal version and they got hours of use with our toddler. If you’re hoping they’ll last longer than for a single trip, I recommend using with adult facilitation. The stickers will lose their stickiness if placed on items other than the mat they come with."

Indestructibles: Te amo, bebé / Love You, Baby: Chew Proof · Rip Proof · Nontoxic · 100% Washable
Books babies can really sink their gums into! Now in bilingual English and Spanish!
Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones into story time. Beloved by babies and their parents, Indestructibles are built for the way babies "read" (i.e., with their hands and mouths) and are:

• Rip Proof—made of ultra-durable tight-woven material
• Waterproof—can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed!
• Emergent Literacy Tool—bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading
• Portable—lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel
• Safe for Baby—meets ASTM safety standards
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  Annie G Can't live without
  "We have many of the books from this series and they are fantastic! I love that I can let babies “read” them in the car without worrying about them getting eaten or destroyed."

Toys (3)

Fat Brain Toys Original Dimpl Brand Baby Toy
$9.95
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Annie G Worked for us
"Waterproof and holds up well in the dishwasher."

Melissa & Doug Take-Along Magnetic Jigsaw Puzzles Travel Toy
$10.99

• 2 15-piece farm-themed magnetic jigsaw puzzles in a compact, fold-out format
• Magnetic puzzle pieces cling to the inside surfaces to minimize mess; carrying handle makes it a perfect travel activity
• Pieces are shape-coded on the back for easy sorting
• Includes reference picture and seek-and-find activities for both puzzles
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  Annie G Can't live without
  "Has kept my toddler occupied during travel and long church services! I love that it’s magnetic and so the pieces are less likely to get lost."

Itzy Ritzy - Bitzy Crinkle Sensory Toy
$14.99
ADORABLE AND ENGAGING DESIGN: Our teething toys for babies showcase cute and captivating designs with an engaging crinkle sound. The playful bunny with colorful ribbons will engage your baby's senses and keep them happily occupied. VERSATILE TOY FOR EVERY STAGE: Ideal for teaching baby cause and effect as well as offering a soothing teether while they are teething. CAPTIVATING SENSORY EXPLORATION: Ignite your baby's curiosity with engaging textures and charming designs. PERFECTLY SIZED FOR TINY HANDS: Easy for tiny hands to grasp and hold.
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Annie G Can't live without
"Babies LOVE crinkle paper! Loop a pacifier clip through the ring -teether to keep off the floor!"

Bouncers & Infant Seats (1)

Bright Starts Oball Easy-Grasp Rattle
$5.44
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Annie G Can't live without
"We loop a pacifier clip through this while on the go. It rattles a bit, but quietly enough that I have felt comfortable using it on a plane and not feeling obnoxious."

Grooming & First Aid (1)

Baby Banana Yellow Banana Infant Toothbrush
$8.95
Start teaching your baby good brushing habits with the Baby Banana Toothbrush! Designed for infants' and toddlers' small, sensitive mouths. Soft silicone bristles will gently massage sore teething gums.
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Annie G Worked for us
"Was a favorite when our babies were young. Can loop a pacifier clip through the handle."

Toys & Activity (1)

Pop Tubes Large 4pk Sensory Toddler Toys
$6.97
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Annie G Worked for us
"Our toddler loves playing with these in the car! I wouldn’t bring them on a plane (too noisy)."

Dishes & Utensils (1)

Squigz Starter Set
$29.95
Starter Set includes 24 suction cup builders in 8 shapes, encourages creativity, experimentation, and sensory stimulation.
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Annie G Worked for us
"These stick to car windows, airplane trays, and restaurant tables. So fun for toddlers!"

Pacifiers & Accessories (1)

Frida Baby Get-A-Grip Teether
$7.69
Easy-hold teether design helps prevent baby from accidentally tossing or dropping the teether. 100% food-grade silicone, easy to clean.
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Annie G Worked for us
"Another teething favorite from when our babies were young. Easy to hold and I love that I can put a pacifier clip through it."

Recommended (6)

Wikki Stix for Doodlers
$5.25
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Annie G Worked for us
"Sparks creativity and can be used at home and on the go. Fun for airplane windows and trays."

Lakeshore Magic Board
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Annie G Worked for us
"A great toy for drawing on the go!"

Sassy Wonder Wheel, Black & White
$9.52
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Annie G Can't live without
"Stick it to a high chair tray, a restaurant table, or an airplane windows to keep baby entertained."

Colored Painters Tape
$9.95
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Annie G Can't live without
"I LOVE packing a roll of painter’s tape when we’re traveling. Serious understated entertainment for children."

8 Piece Tegu Pocket Pouch Magnetic Wooden Block Set
$33.49
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Annie G Worked for us
"Encourages open-ended, creative fine motor play while on the go."

Alpha-Bots
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Annie G Worked for us
"Small and entertaining - easy to throw in a bag for on the go, educational fun!"

Activity Centers (2)

Fat Brain Toys Whirly Squigz - 3 Silicone Spinners
$24.95
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Annie G Can't live without
"Engages both infants and toddlers."

Wooden Busy Board with 8 LED Light Switches
$19.99
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Annie G Can't live without
"Engaging and entertaining for toddlers!"

Bibs (1)

Itzy Ritzy Silicone Teething Mitt
$8.99
Itzy Ritzy silicone teething mitts provide relief to emerging teeth and massage sore gums; they are made of food grade silicone and are non-toxic.
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Annie G Can't live without
"We have the “Munch Mitt” version and our babies have LOVED it for teething on the go."