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1. A dinosaur lunch tote that is totally *dinomite!* It has a zipper front pouch, a mesh water bottle holder, and a handy clip strap so you can hang it from your stroller or backpack. I just got this for my son and he is stoked to use it on his first day of preschool!
2. A sticker activity book because what toddler doesn't love stickers? This book was a huge success during our last trip. My son made adorable cards and letters for his friends back home. It is such a fun activity to give mom and dad a break. Trust me your kid will be *stuck* on this activity for hours!
3. A set of magnetic numbers and letters so you can build your child's vocabulary while cooking! We place our son in front of the fridge and practice our ABCs and 123s all while preparing his dinner!
4. A pack of no-mess coloring books that are a lifesaver for long car rides. All you have to do is fill the pen with water and your kids can color the pictures in with the *invisible ink!* This three-pack comes with 24 pages of fun pictures of farm animals, princesses, friends and fun, and adventures!
5. A Retro Magna Doodle because every toddler needs one of these gadgets. This is a major throwback for some parents out there and is also a very fun travel activity. Get doodling with your Magna Doodle!
6. A pack of beginner pattern blocks to help early learners engage in math concepts like shapes and patterns. Or your kiddo can create their own designs — the possibilities are endless with these amazing geometric shapes!
7. A copy of the123s of Thankfulness because this is a lovely way to teach your toddler about being thankful as well as how to count! This book has the most adorable illustrations by Summer Macon and also makes a great birthday gift.
8. A Match and Roll Shape Sorter to keep their little hands busy throughout the day and build dexterity. We use this toy to instill problem-solving skills in our household. Your toddler will learn new shapes such as parallelograms, quatrefoils, squares, rhombus, diamonds, ovals, ellipses, and pentagons.
9. A Disney stroller cargo net that's perfect for — yup, you guessed it — your family's next trip to the Mouse's House! This awesome stroller accessory clips onto most strollers and offers more storage so you can find your toddler essentials quickly. Gone are the days of rifling through the bottom of your stroller looking for baby wipes.
10. And a Disney stroller organizer to pair nicely with the above stroller cargo net. Not all strollers come with an organizer, so this nifty product is a game changer. It offers you a place to store your phone, water bottle, and any other knickknacks your kiddo might need.
11. A pack of two magnetic puzzles that'll have your toddler jumping for joy. I am not sure what attracts toddlers to picking up items with a magnet, but they will be all about it. This set comes with one fishing puzzle and another bug catching puzzle — it is simply the *catch of the day!*
12. A floating Papasan, our family just took on a camping trip to the lake. My 3-year-old had a blast floating around on this inflatable floaty, and spent hours playing in the water. It also deflates easily and folds up nicely so you don't have to lug another large item around when you go out.
13. A Melissa & Doug lobster toy to bring even more excitement to your next fun-filled pool day. Or you can use it as an incentive to get in the bath because we all know toddlers are notorious for not wanting to bathe. This sturdy lobster toy is easy for small hands to use and great for developing fine motor skills.
14. A classic beach ball because toddlers love anything they can easily hit and throw, or at least mine does. For less than $2 this beach ball is a major score and will provide hours of entertainment this summer, while helping build gross motor skills!
15. An adorable shark chair perfect for your next beach day or camping trip. My son is in love with this miniature chair, and is so stoked that he has one just like ours. Plus it comes with two cup holders so he can store his water bottle and toys in a safe and easily accessible place.
16. Go Camping, an adventurous book to prepare your little ones for their upcoming excursions. This board book answers questions like what kind of animals might they see? Or what will they hear? And what will they roast around the campfire? Mmmmm, I think that the last answer is s'mores!
17. And a portable lantern, also great for your next camping trip. It comes with a practical hook so you can hang it from your kid's tent and read them exciting bedtime stories like the one above!
18. A pack of Bravery Badges so you can be ready for any surprise accidents or injuries. This kit includes 48 flex fabric bandages that will protect all kinds of cuts and scrapes from dirt and germs. They also come in a convenient tin to keep you organized while out on the trails.
19. A Dot Markers Art kit that we used to help develop our son's speech skills. It creates less of a mess than paint, and encourage hand-eye coordination, all while developing reading and spelling skills.
20. A travel Magnetic Dot Art Designer to nurture independence, self-expression, and creative problem-solving skills. This set includes 50 activities on 25 double-sided cards to create endless possibilities for imagination and art creations.
21. A folding travel potty seat because it is always a great idea to be prepared for bathroom pit stops. This nifty item folds up nicely so you can easily take it with you on outings and trips. It makes it easy (and safe) for your little one to sit on almost any toilet!
22. And Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site by Sherri Duskey Rinker because this is my toddler's favorite bedtime story! We read this book almost every night and he is always finding new things to talk about it. If your kiddo is obsessed with construction vehicles and struggles to fall asleep, this is the book for you!
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