Toys & Books

The Best 2nd Birthday Gifts for Every Budget

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gift for two year old

When I think of 2-year-olds, I think of little people on the move. Yes, babies change so much in their first year—from sweet, screaming, helpless little bundles of snuggles to toddlers bubbling with personality—but the growth from 1 year to 2 years also seems significant. Everything is louder and more chaotic, but also more fun as they learn to communicate better and gain more independence.

At their second birthday party, they’ll be better at opening the presents and maybe will even say a distinguishable “thank you” (if prompted, of course). They’ll still delight party-guests, whether in person, at a safe distance, or over a virtual birthday celebration. Their parents will think it all went by too fast as they watch their baby blow out the two candles on their cake.

If you have a special almost-2-year-old in your life, we wanted to round up the best second birthday gifts for every budget, sure to delight the little people too.

 

Under $25

Maisonette
Rainbow Birthday Cake
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Walmart
Play Doctor's Kit
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Amazon
'An ABC of Equality' Book
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best gifts for 2 year olds
Walmart
Duplo Playset
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Maisonette
Dominos
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Amazon
Mr. Potato Head
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Amazon
'Pink is for Boys' Book
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Amazon
Minnie Dress Up Set
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Maisonette
Color Puzzle
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Manhattan Toy
Baby Stella
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Amazon
Little People Around The Neighborhood
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Under $50

The Everymom x Minnidip
You Are My Sunshine Minni-Minni Luxe Inflatable Pool
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The Everygirl x Minnidip
Here Comes the Sun Luxe Inflatable Pool
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Amazon
Brio Classic Train Set
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Nordstrom
Melissa & Doug Playhouse
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IKEA
Activity Play Table
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Target
B. Toys Ride-On
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Amazon
Play Tent
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toddler toys
Amazon
Ice Cream Counter
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Under $100

Amazon
Retrospec Balance Bike
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Kiwi Co
3-Month Activity Subscription Box
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Lulu and Georgia
Olli Ella Holdie House
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Walmart
Little Tikes Magic Flower Water Table
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Amazon
Micro Kickboard Scooter
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Happy Mango
Plan Toys Band
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Maisonette
Farmer's Market Playset
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best gifts for 2 year olds
Walmart
Step2 Roller Coaster
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$100+

Wayfair
White Picnic Table
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best gifts for 2 year olds
Crate&Kids
Large Nod Chair
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Maisonette
White Retro Kitchen
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Wayfair
Train Play Table
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Target
KidKraft Oceanfront Playhouse
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Read More: How to Host a Virtual Kids’ Birthday Party