39 Gift Ideas and Toys the 3-Year-Old in Your Life Will Love

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Your 3-year-old is a baby no more. They have blossoming personalities and strong opinions, and it's heartwarming to watch them grow every day. Whether they're into puzzles, stem projects, or toys based on their favourite TV characters, we have 39 gift ideas for the curious 3-year-old in your life.

Disney Elena of Avalor and Skylar 2-Pack
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Disney Elena of Avalor and Skylar 2-Pack

When Disney's latest princess and her loyal friend ($9) move, Skylar's wings flap in the wind.

Imaginext DC Super Friends Batman Batbot Xtreme
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Imaginext DC Super Friends Batman Batbot Xtreme

The Imaginext DC Super Friends Batman Batbot Xtreme ($211) takes the whole bat symbol thing to the next level.

Lakeshore Play & Explore Rocket
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Lakeshore Play & Explore Rocket

The Lakeshore Play & Explore Rocket ($40) playset gives kids tons of room to explore their imagination — and space!

Intex Dinosaur Play Centre
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Intex Dinosaur Play Centre

If you're looking to take water games to the next level, you need this Intex Dinosaur Play Centre ($35, originally $45).

Crayola Magic Light Brush and Drawing Pad
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Crayola Magic Light Brush and Drawing Pad

Draw your cares away with this Crayola Magic Light Brush and Drawing Pad ($16, originally $20).

Epic Castle Playhouse
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Epic Castle Playhouse

Your kid might not be old enough for Game of Thrones yet, but this G-rated Epic Castle Playhouse ($100) can start them off in the right direction.

Mr. Potato Head Star Wars Mashups
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Mr. Potato Head Star Wars Mashups

Mr. Potato Head expanded its line of Mashups to include some of the cutest Star Wars figures ($28) we've ever seen.

3 Bees & Me Bath Toy Basketball Hoop & Balls Set
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3 Bees & Me Bath Toy Basketball Hoop & Balls Set

This 3 Bees & Me Bath Toy Basketball Hoop & Balls Set ($15) fits around 95% of bathtub taps. It'll make any kid excited for bath time.

Sofia the First Talking Sofia and Animal Friends
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Sofia the First Talking Sofia and Animal Friends

Disney's Sofia the First Talking Sofia and Animal Friends ($80) features an interactive Princess Sofia doll wearing a glowing amulet. Sofia can "speak" phrases with her animal friends, Clover the Rabbit, Mia the Bluebird, and Robin the Robin!

Disney Jr. The Lion Guard Training Lair Playset
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Disney Jr. The Lion Guard Training Lair Playset

Disney Jr. The Lion Guard Training Lair Playset ($45, originally $54) is three feet tall with a zip line, bungee launcher, and spinning cave wall.

Melissa & Doug USA Map Floor Puzzle
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Melissa & Doug USA Map Floor Puzzle

Do a puzzle and learn about geography? We love this Melissa & Doug USA Map Floor Puzzle ($12).

Kinetic Sand Slime Lab
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Kinetic Sand Slime Lab

This Kinetic Sand Slime Lab ($10) will keep kids busy for hours.

Candy Land
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Candy Land

Share this sweet game with a child in your life. Candy Land ($6) is suitable for kids age 3 and up.

GeoSafari Jr. Jungle Crew Lab Set
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GeoSafari Jr. Jungle Crew Lab Set

Your budding scientist will have some fun with this safari-themed experiment kit. The GeoSafari Jr. Jungle Crew Lab Set ($22) comes with six pieces and 10 activities to get kids experimenting.

Play-Doh Town 3-in-1 Town Centre
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Play-Doh Town 3-in-1 Town Centre

Play-Doh introduced 17 city-based kits ($28), and all of the sets are interchangeable with other sets. Each is packed with hidden surprises like half molds and beards for the figures.

Play-Doh Doctor Drill 'n Fill Retro Pack
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Play-Doh Doctor Drill 'n Fill Retro Pack

The Classic Play-Doh Doctor Drill 'n Fill Retro Pack ($13) is back in honour of the dough company's 60th birthday!

My Little Pony Cutie Mark Magic Rarity Booktique Playset
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My Little Pony Cutie Mark Magic Rarity Booktique Playset

The sweet My Little Pony Cutie Mark Magic Rarity Booktique Playset ($25, originally $33) looks like a book when it is closed but magically opens to be a playset for kids. The three rooms are "revealed" when the "book's" pages are turned.

Fisher-Price Smart Scan Word Dash
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Fisher-Price Smart Scan Word Dash

As a part of Fisher-Price's new Think & Learn line, the Smart Scan Word Dash ($17, originally 24) teaches tots early literacy skills and helps tots connect animals and their habitats.

Brackitz Architect 100 Piece Set
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Brackitz Architect 100 Piece Set

Brackitz, a new building toy that encourages open-ended play, is perfect for the 3-year-old in your life. The Brackitz Architect 100 Piece Set ($42) has 60 planks and 40 connectors so kids can build up and out to their hearts' content.

Lakeshore Fairy Land Playset
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Lakeshore Fairy Land Playset

This adorable Lakeshore Fairy Land Playset ($40) features a house with a swing-open door, a leaf-shaped lounger, a wishing well, a table, two mushroom stools and a footbridge, plus hour poseable fairies.

Step2 Game Time Sports Climber And Slide
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Step2 Game Time Sports Climber And Slide

This Step2 Game Time Sports Climber And Slide ($80) has everything. A basketball hoop, climbing station, and slide will ensure a very happy child.

Larry the Llama Ride-On
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Larry the Llama Ride-On

Does it get any cuter than The Land of Nod's Larry the Llama Ride-On ($149), designed by artist Sabina Gibson? The llama comes with its own blanket and reins for a more authentic experience!

Donut Sidewalk Chalk Set
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Donut Sidewalk Chalk Set

This adorable Donut Sidewalk Chalk Set ($18) lets your 3-year-old's creativity run wild all while getting them outside. Talk about a win-win.

A Koala Crate Subscription
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A Koala Crate Subscription

Fans of Kiwi Crate's subscription service for school-age kids will be thrilled to learn about Koala Crate — its toddler-friendly counterpart ($17-$20 per month, depending on subscription frequency). Sign up the preschooler in your life for hands-on fun that lasts long after the holidays are over.

BMW Ride-On Toy Motorcycle
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BMW Ride-On Toy Motorcycle

Your little daredevil will love having their very own BMW Ride-On Toy Motorcycle ($349).

Vtech DigiArt Creative Easel
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Vtech DigiArt Creative Easel

Vtech DigiArt Creative Easel ($54) can easily go from a light-up dry-erase board to a chalkboard or drawing table depending on your little one's creative move.

Disney Junior Doc McStuffins Baby All in One Nursery
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Disney Junior Doc McStuffins Baby All in One Nursery

They can take care of their baby doll just like mama does with a Disney Junior Doc McStuffins Baby All in One Nursery ($60, originally $92).

The Lady Bug Game
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The Lady Bug Game

Created by a six-year-old, The Lady Bug Game ($19) requires no reading, and every time you play, you're in for a different adventure.

Fisher-Price Nickelodeon PAW Patrol Lights & Sounds Trike
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Fisher-Price Nickelodeon PAW Patrol Lights & Sounds Trike

Your Paw Patrol-obsessed toddler will go nuts over this Fisher-Price Nickelodeon PAW Patrol Lights & Sounds Trike ($70).

Fisher-Price Zoom 'N Crawl Monster
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Fisher-Price Zoom 'N Crawl Monster

Your little one will have a "ball" crawling around the Fisher-Price Zoom 'N Crawl Monster ($35) that gets them moving by spitting colorful balls out every which way.

Melissa & Doug Scoop & Serve Ice Cream Counter
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Melissa & Doug Scoop & Serve Ice Cream Counter

An update to Melissa and Doug's immensely popular ice cream set, this ice cream counter ($46, originally $50) will have them scooping out cones for all of their friends.

Miller Goodman PlayShapes
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Miller Goodman PlayShapes

Miller Goodman's PlayShapes ($150) come with 74 pieces that can be mixed, matched, and paired up in endless combinations to create goofy-looking characters and sights.

Barbie Dream Horse and Doll
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Barbie Dream Horse and Doll

Name a more iconic duo than Barbie Dream Horse and Doll ($90). That's what we thought.

Glowing Bath Time Pals
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Glowing Bath Time Pals

Why yes, these out-of-the-box Glowing Bath Time Pals ($20) will make getting your little one into the tub a breeze.

Lite Brite Magic Screen
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Lite Brite Magic Screen

This retro Lite Brite ($15, originally $20) comes with new piece shapes — including elbows, triangles, and fish — four light modes, and a translucent carrying case to make finding pieces easier (especially on the go).