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1. A peel-and-stick magnetic contact paper so you can create the instant chalkboard wall you've probably seen all your Pinterest feed. The best part? It's also compatible with magnets (including this awesome Melissa & Doug magnetic letters and numbers set!)
P.S. reviewers love that it sticks on textured walls, too!
Promising review: "I love this for the playroom. I purchased a poster sized frame and easily attached this to the backing of the frame. It doesn’t hold heavy magnets very well (which is why I have it a 4*) but I got lightweight foam magnets and it works perfectly. This has been a hit with the kids!" —Joyce Hales
Promising review: "This works perfectly for us. We use it for my toddler to both color on with chalk and play with his magnets on. It was very easy to apply to our wall. I love that the chalk wipes off cleanly too. Such a creative idea." —Tami Coleman
Get it from Amazon for $28.99.
2. A fuzzy bed floor lounger cover that feels softer than a cloud, and will def become their comfy go-to spot for snuggles, games, and storytime.
FYI, the floor lounger requires 5 queen pillows, which aren't included.
Promising review: "Comfortable and cute! I got this for my boys' room so they could have a place to sit and play video games. I figured out a way to fold the back three sections into a triangle so it makes it look more like a chair. My 8-year-old and 4-year-old can both sit on it together like this (I got the bigger size). It can also be unfolded if they want to lay down instead, and they had a friend sleep on it during a sleepover. He thought it was the coolest thing ever." —Emily Rosales
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in two sizes and in 10 colors).
3. A starry photo display perfect for showing off your budding Picasso's latest artwork *and* for adding a celestial vibe to any playroom.
Promising review: "Unique! Excellent addition to our playroom to hang my daughter’s artwork. Very well made and easy to hang!" —Jacquelyn E Behles
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
4. A rainbow-colored saucer swing guaranteed to add swirling pops of color and become your toddler or teen's fave ~hangout~.
Promising review: "So first off my kids LOVE this swing! It has been one of the greatest purchases I have purchased so far for their playroom!!! We use it inside to keep them busy on rainy days or when they need to get their energy out! I give the swing itself 5 stars for sure!!!!" —Samantha Brooke Main
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
5. Or a sensory swing to take a room from boring to awesome. It's designed with an extra spring, allowing bouncing up and down in addition to swinging — ideal for endless aerial acrobatic fun.
Rest Nets is a small biz based in Israel started by a mom who created these hammocks as a way to give parents "an extra pair of hands" for entertaining kids.
Promising review: "This swing is probably the best thing that has happened to our house since we renovated. My daughter can’t go to OT because of the pandemic, so we turned the basement into a sensory gym. This swing is amazing! It’s simple, safe, and versatile. My kids love it!" —Leanne A
Get it from Rest Nests on Etsy for $98.60 (available in 10 colors).
6. An inexpensive Pop2Play foldable indoor slide because it LITERALLY pops up in minutes to instantly transform any room into a playground filled with gleeful shouts of "Wheeeee!" Plus, it folds down flat for easy storage once playtime's over.
The slide's capable of holding up to 50 lbs.
Promising review: "My 3-year-old loves this slide! He couldn’t wait to open the box when it arrived from Amazon. It took less than a minute to pop open and he’s been on it for the past hour... win!! I was skeptical about buying a cardboard slide but it’s heavy duty and works for my 5-year-old son who is almost 50 lbs, too. The pattern is bright and happy for spring! This would be a great Easter present!! I love that I can store it easily under the couch." —The Coach
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in two styles).
7. A nature-inspired tree trunk stool that looks so realistic no one will believe ~it's actually a storage bin in disguise~. Plus, it can hold kids or adults up to 220 lbs. Are you as *stumped* as I am by this clever invention?
Promising review: "I was very pleased with this stool. It actually looks very good in person, just like the picture. Goes great with my son's tree house theme in playroom. He and his older cousins use it for a table more than they do to sit on, because it does sit up pretty tall (and he's over 3' tall). It stores A LOT, right now we have several Melissa & Doug dress-up costumes in ours. It's also very sturdy as a stool, I can sit on it, and my son's very large dad can too without issue. However, the way you put it together is with a plastic ring in the top that is easy to take out, so if you have a young one who likes to take things apart like me, you'll be putting this back together frequently, which is annoying." —Olivia
Get it from Amazon for $38 (available in 10 styles).
8. A farmhouse-themed felt story board because who wants drab walls when you can have a giant farm with animals instead? It'll keep your little ones busy for hours creating a variety of imaginary scenes.
The set includes a 3.5' green backdrop flannel board, 33 felt pieces, and four hooks.
Promising review: "My toddler loves this! The felt work on each piece is detailed and so colorful and lifelike. I did have to add more Velcro to the back on the pieces to get them to stick to the board more. Overall, my toddler loves this!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors).
9. And for older kids, a touch-activated talking world map poster to make even the smallest space more ~worldy.~ It's packed with 1,000 facts and quizzes to introduce the little geniuses to geography. Before you know it, they'll be spewing fun facts about this fascinating world we live in.
Recommended for ages 5+. Explore the 92 countries around the world and learn about the national flag, population, important landmarks, language(s) and more trivia.
Promising review: "My nephew loves it SO much. He hung it from the wall and plays with it every day. He’s 4 and has always loved learning about countries and is very curious about geography. He’s super smart but now he knows every single country’s capital. I’m honestly astonished." —C.
Get it from Amazon for $56.98.
10. A neutral play tent that'll blend into any decor and comes with all the fixin's, so the kiddos can have their own ~glamping~ experience, whenever they need a little pretend getaway.
The cute play tent comes with a set of poles to build the tent and a comfy nonslip mat for playing, reading, or taking a nap.
Promising review: "My children love this play tent (ages 6, 4, and 2) and I don't mind it sitting in my house because it's all cream and pretty to look at. Fits my house decor and is cute! Was easy to assemble and fairly sturdy. The size is generous, too. I really like how the canvas tucks under the base to keep it in place." —Outdoor E.
Get it from Amazon for $79.99 (available in three colors).
11. Or a large castle tent with sheer drapes and starry lights to create an enchanting hideaway in their playroom, because, like, your little royal deserves it.
Promising review: "This Princess Tent is super cute. It was easy to put together. Big enough for my average-size 3- and 4-year-olds to stand up and to lay down with plenty of room around them. It isn’t what I would call sturdy exactly. It won’t withstand much rough housing. It is perfect for little ones to lounge in, read a book or play Barbies or with other small toys. My two girls started fighting almost over it almost immediately, so they are taking turns for a while. At least until the newness wears off. I absolutely recommend this. It is a perfect addition to a playroom or the corner of your little one's room." —Cassyk
Get it from Amazon for $38.95.
12. A minimalist ABC wall hanging which is equal parts aesthetically-pleasing and educational. The canvas poster boasts a mix of printed and sewn felt embroidery letters to bring neutral and earthy vibes to any playroom.
Bon et Beau is a small biz based in Katy, Texas, founded by a mama of three who specializes in unique yet affordable wall decor for kids' rooms.
Promising review: "So cute! This alphabet sign goes perfectly in my son’s play corner! It is made of high-quality canvas and the perfect neutral color for any nursery or playroom!" —Rhianon Barlos
Get it from Amazon for $31.99 (available in three styles).
13. A Melissa & Doug magnetic calendar to teach your preschooler the days of the week, months and the weather in a hands-on, interactive way. They'll jump out of bed eagerly to update it every morning.
Promising review: "This calendar is amazing. I had been looking for a calendar to put in my kids' playroom. I wanted something that I could discuss the date and months, seasons, weather etc... This has been the perfect solution. My kids are so interested in it because it is colorful and there are magnets. The pictures on the front of some of the magnets are pretty fun too. The emotion faces crack my 3-year-old up! This calendar is very sturdy and fun for everyone. If you are looking for something fun to do with your kids while teaching them something this is it! You won't regret it." —Gikat6
Get it from Amazon for $13.73.
14. A canvas growth chart so you can keep track of your munchkin's height (who is growing up waayyy too fast 😢). Reviewers love that it can be rolled up and stored away as a cute keepsake.
15. A 3-in-1 rocket ship tunnel, and ball pit for transforming any room into an out-of-galaxy play zone, where little whirlwinds can have a blast crawling, exploring, and of course flinging balls all over the place *sigh*.
Promising review: "Love this! We set it up in our living room the moment it arrived and then later moved it to our playroom. It’s actually big enjoy for me to sit in the tent with him (same for the ball pit) so we get to have memories together and my son keeps pulling me into the playroom to toss the balls and chase him through the tunnel (I don’t fit but he does just fine) We got it for our 2-year-old's birthday and he has so much fun in it. Can’t wait to have his cousins over for even more excitement." —Tiffany Burrows
Get it from Amazon for $36.99.
16. Or a soft foam ball pit with 300 balls that'll basically pay for itself after you've used it for precious photoshoots with your posh tot. *Be still my heart.*
What Makes Kids Happy is a small biz based in Poland whose mission is make kids' rooms safe and fun.
The ball pit is sewn in Poland, using certified high-quality Polish fabrics. The balls come from a domestic manufacturer that uses only nontoxic materials that are safe for children. PSA: Adults, please supervise your little ones in the ball pit at all times.
Promising review: "If I could give this ball pit and seller 10 stars I would! Ball pit is top quality and so are the balls! My daughter loves her new ball pit — she never wants to leave! Best toddler purchase I’ve made. Love that it keeps her busy and she has a blast playing in it. Faster shipping than expected, too. Thank you so much!" —Jennifer Knowlton
Get it from What Makes Kids Happy on Etsy for $115.10+ (available in two sizes).
17. Or glow-in-the-dark dinosaur decals to bring Jurassic Park to life on the walls. Reviewers say they only glow beautifully in the dark, but are vibrant during the day as well.
18. A unicorn beanbag cover that'll save you from D-R-O-W-N-I-N-G in a sea of plushies. Now you can stash their collection of stuffed animals inside *and* create ~magically cute seating~ for the kiddos.
Promising review: "We have accumulated so many stuffed animals because we purchase one wherever we go as a keepsake for my daughter. My daughter is 5 so we have quite a collection. I found this online and thought I would give it a try. It says it can fit about 90+ stuff animals, I honestly didn't think it would fit all of our stuff animals, and behold to my surprise it did! It stored ALL of her stuffed animals, which is at least 50+ and still has room for so much more! I am very pleased because not only does her stuff animals have a safe home now, they are compact and all in one space and most importantly DUST free! She is also happy that she has a new space to lounge. It's super cute and a great addition to any room/ playroom! Very pleased with our unicorn!"—Van
Get it from Amazon for $28.99 (available in 15 styles and two sizes).
19. Or sturdy and stretchy toy hammocks to corral their ever-growing collection of Squishmallows — while adding a dose of cuteness to a corner wall. Win-win.
Promising review: "Easy go install and stores a TON of stuffed animals! Not to mention, it’s cute playroom wall decor! LOL." —PrattKingBall Family
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.97 (available in six colors).
20. A gray crochet fox basket that's ~wildly~ crushworthy. Hello, woodland themed playroom.
Clara Loo is a small biz based in Ashburn, Virginia, that specializes in creating furry friends for little ones to love for years to come.
Promising review: "This basket is just perfect on my cube shelf and surprisingly holds SO MUCH STUFF. I just love everything from this shop. High quality, quick shipping, excellent everything." —Sammy P
21. A DIY rock climbing wall set because it'll take playtime ~up a notch~ and challenge the kiddos to get off the couch and scale new heights.
The set includes 25 hand and foot grips, two climbing handles, and a knotted climbing rope.
Promising review: "My girls absolutely love this! We’ve been wanting to give them some things inside the house to climb and jump on since it’s cold here and we’re stuck in the house most days. We haven’t installed the rope yet but plan to do so soon. The climbing holds are very durable and seem pretty sturdy. They are also a good size, making it easy for my girls to hold on to. I would definitely recommend this to as it’s a lot of fun!" —KKL—L&L’s Little Shop of Goodies- Living Life RV Rentals
Get a set from Amazon for $46.99.
22. A Pottery Barn dupe round rug to make any room feel luxe without spending nearly $200. Who knew teaching the ABCs could look très chic?
Promising review: "I’ve been wanting this rug from the brand name for over a year now but I couldn’t justify spending $200 on a child’s rug. I was so happy I found this one, it looks exactly the same for less than half the price! I was even more surprised when it came, it’s incredibly soft and fluffy. I didn’t even have to put a rug pad under it because it is so plush. I got the pink and white, which is a beautiful muted blush color and the white lettering stands out perfectly. I am very happy with this purchase. I have not washed It yet, but from the other reviews it seems pretty straightforward. I will probably have to hang dry just out of fear of ruining it. Overall, great purchase and I will definitely recommend this next time somebody wants to buy that designer rug." —Paige
Get it from Amazon for $65.88 (available in two sizes and in six colors).
23. Invisible floating shelves so you can *clearly* display your kid's collection of Funko Pops or Knuffle Bunny books — and pretend they're ~magically levitating~ over the walls.
Promising review: "I was surprised by the quality. They are perfect; I tried to set up one up and put some Funkos on and it’s perfect!! Because they are clear it looks like the Funkos are floating in the air. I’m ordering more later. They are worth the price. Thanks!!" —Luisa
Promising review: "Absolutely worth the money. The set was a steal. We’re obsessed with my daughter's library corner (at least mom is). Also super easy to install, took me less than 45 minutes to install (with all the measurements and all). No words but love love love. Definitely recommend!" —Princess Misay
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $18.99 (available in larger quantities).
24. A canvas canopy to revamp any corner into a ~dreamy reading nook~ so they can read their fave Pete the Cat book for the gazillionth time in complete privacy.
Promising review: "Comes with everything you need to hang it up, easy to hang and stays up well. I've had multiple kids tugging and playing hide-and-seek with it and it doesn't fall down. I used it for a reading nook for my daughter and she loves it!" —Olivia Light
Get it from Amazon for $31.99 (available in six colors).
25. A pack of 3D butterfly wall stickers so you can create a stunning accent wall with practically zero effort. These come with double-sided tape to adhere them to the wall, making installation a breeze.
26. Marquee letter lights to bring some major glitz to a room. Little dudes and divas will ~glow different~ when they see their name all glammed up.
Promising review: "Use them for my daughter's play area and everybody loves them. We bought rechargeable batteries. One battery charge lasts at least three weeks so we don’t have to take the letters down overnight. We just leave them running." —Nina Redzovic
Get it from Amazon for $6.98 (available in letters A–Z and numbers 0–9).
27. A modern foam play mat because kid-friendly floors don't have to be a total eyesore. Honestly, I wouldn't blame you for trading your trendy rug for this mat in ~grown-up~ areas.
Promising review: "Absolutely love this play mat! I’ve been on the hunt for a neutral play mat and this one is seriously the best. The design is minimal and the quality is exceptional. It’s perfect for the play area in my kids room! I would highly recommend this mat to anyone!" —Lauren N
Get it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in three prints).
28. A Wiwiurka triangular rope ladder you can hang from the ceiling to instantly transform a playroom and provide endless opportunities to swing, do acrobatics, or yell: "I'm taking off in the spaceship!"
Note: mounting hardware not included. The climber is capable of holding up to 175 pounds.
Wiwiurka is a Mexican woman–owned business based in Tepoztlan, Mexico, that creates handcrafted and sustainable wooden toys using water-based paints and nontoxic materials to enhance imaginative play.
Promising review: "Item arrived in less than a week! Packaging was great. Quality is great. My kids haven’t stayed off of it since it got here two days ago!" —Brynn
Get it from Wiwiurka for $185 (available in two sizes and three colors) or from Wiwiurka on Etsy for $185 (available in two colors).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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