toys for travel

Travel toys for toddlers are lightweight, mess-free and easily packed into a carry on bag or the backseat…

Use this balance maze ($33) to build your childs coordination and concentration on the go.Once the baby talk wears off, teach your little one how identify and say his alphabet with the LeapFrog Letter Factory ($35).Little engineers will love this build-your-own ball drop ($32, originally $46), which develops their creativity and hand-eye coordination.As kids manipulate the brightly colored beads ($22, originally $28) throughout the maze, they will build their problem-solving skills.4 Places to Find Truly Educational Toys4 Places to Find Truly Educational ToysMoulin Roty Storybook Flashlight: Consider this an updated version of the viewfinder that kids can share with their friends. Moulin Rotys Storybook Flashlight ($18) combines the film version of the viewfinder with a flashlight so the images can be flashed on a wall, screen, or wherever your tot desires — perfect for sleepover fun!Tag Reading System: "The Tag reading system is also great because its independent and earphones can be plugged into them so it doesnt bother other passengers." — Mandi and Sarah of Mama Granate
If the memory aspect is too much for your toddler, use the illustrated blocks ($26) to teach them about matching and recognizing patterns.Kids must pick the correct blocks in order to complete the colorful pictures in this pattern recognition game ($20, originally $30).Introduce them to patterns, shapes, and colors with an eco-friendly shape sorter ($16, originally $20).Not only is this toy boat ($22) adorable, but it introduces children to problem solving and spatial relationships when they must move the rings to keep the boat balanced.4 Places to Find Truly Educational Toys4 Places to Find Truly Educational ToysAirplane Tray Cover: "I made an airplane tray cover for my kiddos. I added little pockets and chalkboard fabric, as well as a hide-and-seek game to keep them busy on the flights. It worked perfectly!" — Kim of Seven Thirty Three