Best Melissa and Doug Toys for 2 Year Old Kids
There are SO many Melissa and Doug toys! So how do you know which ones are the best Melissa and Doug toys for 2 year old kiddos? As a mom of two and owner/operator of an in-home daycare, I have purchased and tested almost every Melissa and Doug toy! From observation and interactive play with 2 year old boys and girls, I was able to compile a list of only the BEST Melissa and Doug toys for 2 year old kids!
Melissa and Doug toys get a LOT of hype…but, are they worth it?? Keep reading to find out!
Melissa and Doug toys are EXPENSIVE! And as mommy’s, we aren’t made of money! Knowing which toys are actually worth purchasing BEFORE making the choice to purchase can save a LOT of money (and space!). That is why I felt it vital to compile this list of all the best Melissa and Doug toys for 2 year old kids along with pros and cons for each toy so that you can make an educated purchase for your little one!
So here we go….Happy Shopping!
The BEST Melissa and Doug toys for 2 year old kids:
| Toy: | Pros: | Cons: |
| Melissa & Doug Wooden Scoop and Serve Ice Cream Counter | 1. Works incredibly well! 2. Builds fine motor skills. 3. Introduces how to order. 4. Introduces how to count money. 5. Built well. 6. No small pieces. | 1. Dogs like to chew on the wooden pieces. Have to make sure it’s put up. 2. The whole thing is a bit heavy for a 2 year old. Needs to be on the floor to play so they don’t pull it down on themselves. (Although, this hasn’t happened at my house yet and it’s my 1 year old boy’s favorite toy!) |
| Melissa & Doug Wooden Get Well Doctor Activity Center | 1. Multiple areas of play. 2. Quality build. | 1. Although compact for everything included, it is a large toy that takes up space. 2. Takes time to put together. |
| Melissa & Doug Super Smile Dentist Kit With Pretend Play Set of Teeth And Dental Accessories | 1. Complete dental kit. 2. Great for learning and exploring. 3. Works on fine motor skills. | 1. Smaller pieces. Easy to lose or put in mouth. |
| Melissa & Doug Get Well Doctor’s Kit Play Set | 1. Complete doctor’s kit. 2. Portable 3. Imaginative play. | 1. Lots of pieces. Easy to lose. |
| Melissa & Doug Animal Care Veterinarian and Groomer Wooden Activity Center | 1. Sturdy build. 2. Multiple play areas. | 1. Although compact for everything included, it is a large toy that takes up space. 2. Takes time to put together. |
| Melissa & Doug Examine and Treat Pet Vet Play Set | 1. Great for imaginative play. 2. Complete set. 3. Portable. | 1. Lots of pieces. Easy to lose. 2. Smaller pieces. 3. Velcro on band-aid wears out eventually. |
| Melissa & Doug Band-in-a-Box Clap! Clang! Tap! | 1. Musical play. 2. Sound exploration. 3. Quality build. | 1. Noise making! 🙂 |
| Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magnetic Letters and Numbers Set With 89 Wooden Magnets | 1. Learning letters and numbers. 2. Use to hang other art on fridge. | 1. Dogs and babies like to chew on them if dropped on floor. |
| Melissa & Doug Deluxe Tool Belt Wooden Play Set | 1. Complete set. 2. Portable. | 1. Lots of parts to lose. |
| Melissa & Doug Barber Shop Pretend Play Set Shaving Toy | 1. Imaginative play. 2. Fine motor skills. | 1. Lots of parts to lose. |
| Melissa & Doug Deluxe Pounding Bench Wooden Toy With Mallet | 1. Hand-eye coordination. 2. Connected to board. Can’t lose “nails”. | 1. Accident potential. |
| Melissa & Doug Take-Along Tool Kit Wooden Construction Toy | 1. Fine motor skills. 2. Creativity. 3. Portable. | 1. Lots of parts to lose. 2. Small pieces. |
| Melissa & Doug Safari Buddies Hand Puppets, Set of 6 | 1. Easy to use. 2. Imagination play. 3. Interactive play. | 1. Dogs and babies like to chew and slobber on these. |
| Melissa & Doug Let’s Play House Dust! Sweep! Mop! 6 Piece Pretend Play Set | 1. Imagination play. 2. Helps clean your house. 3. Chore learning. | 1. Can be used as a weapon in a sibling rivalry. |
| Melissa & Doug Double-Sided Wooden Star Diner Restaurant | 1. Multiple play areas. 2. Seconds as a kid table for snacks or meals. | 1. Although compact for everything included, it is a large toy that takes up space. 2. Takes time to put together. |
| Melissa & Doug Star Diner Restaurant Play Set | 1. Imagination play. 2. Introduces money and counting. 3. Dress up. | 1. Paper “coffee/hot chocolate” disk is not durable. 2. Lots of parts to lose. |
| Melissa & Doug Wooden Slice & Stack Sandwich Counter with Deli Slicer | 1. Complete set. 2. Stacking and building skills. 3. Promotes creativity. | 1. Well built, but heavier. Can be pulled down from a height. |
| Melissa & Doug Wooden Pizza Play Food Set With 36 Toppings | 1. Complete set. 2. Stacking and building skills. 3. Promotes creativity. | 1. Small pieces. |
| Melissa & Doug Birthday Party | 1. Imagination play. 2. Practice memorizing “Happy birthday” song. | 1. Small pieces. |
| Melissa & Doug Felt Food Sandwich Play Food Set (33 pcs) – Felt Sandwich Play Set For Kids | 1. Soft 2. Durable felt. 3. Creative play. | 1. Attracts pet hair. |
In conclusion, Melissa and Doug is a quality brand with quality products. They are expensive, BUT, they are built to last! As long as you can keep track of all the pieces, they are also great for resale! And if you have been following me for a while then you know that I am a bargain hunter and always looking for ways to save or make extra money!
Melissa and Doug toys are a great investment, in my opinion.
Durable, built to last, and age appropriate, the toys on this list will provide YEARS of fun (we bought ours when my youngest was 1 and now our oldest is almost 6 and STILL loves these toys!)! And when they finally do tire of them, then you can just turn around and sell them to another lucky family to enjoy!
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I hope you enjoyed this list of the best Melissa and Doug toys for 2 year old kids! Let me know what you think about these toys in the comments!
2 Comments
Sosoxy
Wonderfully written! I really like practical gifts, so I like to give manual toys, clothes, socks and books. I know that it will always come in handy.
gauthamarul
Melissa and Doug toys are renowned for their quality and educational value, making them perfect for curious 2-year-olds. This blog offers valuable insights into some of the best options available, ensuring hours of fun and learning for little ones while providing peace of mind for parents.