Parenting

These Are 5 of the Best Toys and Games for Keeping Preschoolers Entertained and Engaged

They’re perfect for inspiring imaginative play, creating memories that will last.

by BDG Studios

Preschoolers are little explorers, naturally curious and equipped with the necessary motor skills to explore the world around them. Unfortunately, their attention spans tend to run on the short side, which makes keeping them entertained for more than a few minutes at a time a challenge for parents.

Luckily, the right toys and games can stimulate young minds and give parents time to take care of the many things parents have to take care of. Our five favorites, from elaborate playsets to a narrative-driven app, are must-haves for parents. They keep kids entertained with compelling, deep play experiences that will stick with them long after their preschool years come to an end.

Mighty Express Mission Station Playset
Target
A train set is a childhood classic, and one that captures the kids- and trains-only world of Tracksville from the hit Netflix series Mighty Express is a no-brainer. It has everything your kid might need to run a miniature train station, including a train washing station, spinning car selector, and flipping Busy Board that tops the whole thing off. It’s also compatible with other Mighty Express track sets, which means kids can flex their creative muscles to build bigger and better track systems.
PAW Patrol Rescue Knights Pup and Dragon Packs
Gabby’s Dollhouse Kitty Fairy’s Garden Treehouse
PAW Patrol Rescue Knights Castle HQ Playset
Toca Life World
App Store
The game named iPhone app of the year by Apple last year, Toca Life World is already a go-to favorite for plenty of kids. That’s because it’s built thoughtfully for and loved by kids (and trusted by parents). Kids can explore over 100 locations with over 500 gender neutral characters of all ages including characters with mobility aids, hearing devices, prostheses, a multitude of hair types and textures and skin tones. Toca Boca’s quirky style tells kids it’s OK to be different, and this game prompts them to ask themselves “what if?” questions as they blaze their own trail through play.