Birthday party for two year olds: 83 Punny 2nd Birthday Party Ideas Also Perfect for Twins
83 Punny 2nd Birthday Party Ideas Also Perfect for Twins
Time for two-year-old birthday ideas already? Where has the time gone? I’ve got some fantastic and clever 2nd birthday party ideas for you to choose from.
Throwing a toddler’s birthday party is a lot of fun and in some ways is a little different from throwing a party for a one-year-old.
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By this age, the birthday boy or girl and their similarly-aged party guests have hit, or have nearly hit several major milestones. That allows for fun activities and an all-around good time.
Of course, all that independence and toddler energy can also pose new challenges to planning a party. If you find yourself overwhelmed or struggling to get organized or you just want an efficient, central location for your birthday party plans, check out my Birthday Party Planner. It’s a great resource for party planning in every season and stage of life!
When it comes to picking a theme, I recommend considering your guest list. Whether you are limiting your guest list to immediate family and a best friend or two, or you’re inviting everyone in town, I’m sure there are a few great 2nd birthday party ideas that will be just right for you.
At this stage, it’s likely that the birthday kiddo has an opinion or two about their birthday party theme. The good news is they are still fairly distractable, and with the help of this 2-year-old birthday party theme round-up, you can help steer your little one to agreeing to the perfect theme for the special day.
All of the themes below cleverly play with the word “two”. Choosing your theme is your first step, after that things fall into place.
83 themes is a lot to go through so I broke them down into categories by themes:
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General Themes for Toddler Girls or Boys
Many of these punny sayings are broad enough that you don’t really need any particular themed decorations.
Any generic birthday decorations will do, but you’ll still look super clever.
1 – Little Goody Two-Shoes
2 – I’m TWO Fancy
This theme would be too cute as a dress-up party! And these adorable “I’m too fancy” decorations could help set the tone and color scheme.
3 – It’s Time TWO Party!
4 – Little Miss TWO Much
These gold and pink Two Much Fun decorations would be adorable for a little girl.
5 – Second TWO None
6 – TWO big for ONE’s britches
7 – TWO Fabulous
8 – TWO Good to be True
9 – TWO Handsome
This one lends itself well to some fun mustache-themed decorations for your little handsome boy. Or maybe some cupcake toppers with the birthday boy’s face? Or get this perfect Two Handsome shirt for the birthday boy.
10 – TWO hot to handle
I think a fire truck theme would work terrific here especially if you get some of these flame balloons.
11 – TWO Legit 2 Quit
This is a fun way to celebrate your little one with your friends.
This Vivacious Life offers a great example of the “Two Legit 2 Quit” theme. With some black balloons and gold accents, you’re themed decor is practically complete.
12 – TWO sassy
13 – TWO steps ahead
14 – TWO’s the Boss?
15 – TWO-tally Awesome
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Food Themes 2nd Birthday Party Ideas
Want to know what’s great about food themes? You don’t need any extra creativity to decide what food you will serve at the party. You’re welcome!
17 – Table for TWO
Hostess with the Mostess shares how the Table for Two party she threw for her little one came together. Their use of retro 50s diner motifs is amazing!
18 – Donut Grow Up TWO fast
With my printable party set, your guests will love the fun colors, sweet treats, and fun party designs.
19 – Have Your Cake and Eat it TWO
By the way, I have an amazing chocolate cake recipe you need to try!
20 – Tea for TWO
Tea party anyone? This theme offers some fun options like having the entire toddler party dress up fancy.
I have a printable tea party set in my shop. All you’re missing are the finger sandwiches and tea!
21 – TWO Cool (Popsicle Party)
Two Cool Popsicle Party looks like a ton of fun! Just look at the amazing cake Kara’s Party Ideas incorporated into their Two Cool party. They also filled several kiddie pools with bubbles, water, and water beads.
22 – TWO Scoops (Ice cream)
Transform your own home into an ice cream parlor. Check out how RB Italia pulled off this theme for their child’s birthday.
By the way, you can learn how to make this giant foam number from my tutorial and free template.
23 – Two Sweet (Donuts)
Indulge your sweet tooth with a Two Sweet donut party! You can find plenty of ready-made decorations or print a custom donut banner from my donut party printable set.
24 – TWO-tti Fruity
This makes for such a fun 2nd birthday idea! The color and party treat options that match the Two-tti Fruity theme are great! Plus two-year-olds love fruit!
25 – Taco TWOsday
Your little one and guests will love this Taco Twosday fiesta.
Who’s ready for a taco bar? Don’t miss using an adorable Taco Twosday party set like this one from Amazon! It includes festive foil balloons, a garland, pompoms and more.
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Animal Themes for Two Year Olds
The driving factor for choosing an animal theme for a 2-year-old’s birthday party is generally because the birthday girl or boy has an adorable fascination with a specific animal.
And, of course, when your child is 13, you want to be able to pull out the photo album and say, “And here’s when you went through your giraffe phase!”
26 – Cock-a-Doodle TWO!
Nothing like a birthday on the farm! Check out these adorable farm decorations that are perfect for the Cock-a-Doodle Two theme. There are lots of fun ways to include farm animals too (petting zoo, anyone?).
27 – Guess Whooo’s TWO? (Owl)
There so many cute owl designs! Designate or hire someone for face painting at your Guess Whooo’s Two party so you can have lots of little faces covered in owl eyes, feathers, and beaks running around.
These invitations make for great inspiration.
28 – Hippo Birdie TWO Ewe (Happy birthday to you)
29 – In TWO the Wild
Your little one is turning two! How wild is that? The In Two the Wild theme is appropriate in many ways. For some wild inspiration, check out my blog article “Wild Jungle Party Ideas.” The blog features how one of my customers threw her little man an awesome safari party with the printable party set in my shop.
30 – Monkey See, Monkey TWO
This also works for a Curious George theme.
31 – TWO at the Zoo / TWO is a Zoo
32 – TWO Bee or Not TWO Bee
Can he or she BEE two already? And adorable bee themed decorations are very easy to find.
33 – TWO Buzzy
34 – TWO by TWO (Noah)
Your little one doesn’t have to be called Noah to have an awesome Two by Two birthday party! This fun party idea leaves lots of room for creativity with motifs like wild animals and water. Check out these awesome Two by Two theme invitations for inspiration.
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35 – TWO Let the Dogs Out?
Your little dog-lover is sure to adore a Two Let the Dogs Out theme. Allison Carter Celebrates shows you how you can throw your own epic puppy paw-ty.
36 – TWO Wild
37 – Born TWO be Wild
38 – Welcome TWO the Jungle
39 – TWO-nicorn
If your little one gets pretty excited about unicorns, the Two-nicorn Party theme might be perfect. This is another one from my shop. Just like a good mother loves her children, I love all of my party designs. I don’t love this design as much as my children, but I do think it’s pretty awesome. I offer even more unicorn theme ideas on my blog for Truly Magical DIY Unicorn Birthday Decorations.
40 – TWO ring Circus
Have you seen those epic balloon garlands that really dazzle at parties? This is your chance to pull off a Two Ring Circus balloon garland of your own. Your little ringmaster and little guests will go nuts for this theme.
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Vehicles Themes
I often hear moms say they struggle to find fun, original themes for boys’ birthday parties.
Well, any of these themes would be a great idea for 2-year-old boys or girls.
41 – Don’t grow up TWO fast (car racing)
Make your little one’s need for speed the theme of your party with lots of racing decorations and activities.
42 – Born TWO ride
But ride what? Motorcycles or horses, you choose!
43 – Off TWO The Races
This one could be thought of as a race car theme or a horse race theme. Your choice.
44 – TWO Fast & Furious (car)
This popular movie series lends itself well to a fun 2nd birthday party theme.
45 – I’m Digging Being TWO
What little boy doesn’t like trucks and construction sites? Here’s some demolition decoration inspiration. Phew, that was a shovel full!
46 – All Aboard the 2-Choo Train!
47 – Chugga, Chugga, TWO! TWO!
I love the subtle red, white, and blue decorations Inspired By This used for their train-themed party.
Space/ Weather Themes
With some paint and butcher paper, you’re ready to make an awesome backdrop for an outer space or weather theme! You can even get your little ones involved in the craft.
48 – TWO-inkle TWO-inkle Little Star
49 – Two the Moon
50 – Love You TWO the Moon & Back
I love this idea for a themed 2nd birthday party. This blog from Fun365, a branch of Oriental Trading Company, offers great inspiration for a watercolor Love You Two the Moon & Back party.
51- Two-nado
This is almost too perfect for a 2nd birthday theme. Invite your guests to celebrate your little two-nado with these awesome printable invitations.
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Sports Themes for 2nd Birthdays
This is a theme that caters not just to your younger guests, but also to older children and adults.
Finger foods and fun sports-related goody bags are the way to go.
52 – Double Header / TWO’s On First? (Baseball)
Are you and your little guy baseball fanatics? This theme is sure to be a home run! Find some winning inspiration from Bower Power’s baseball themed birthday party. And check out these fun baseball plates.
53 – Second Down (football)
If you missed the opportunity to throw a First Down birthday party, you’ve still got another shot with Second Down! Make your party a touchdown with these football birthday party ideas from One Stylish Party.
54 – Tee Time for TWO (golf)
Set up some Tee Time for Two for your two-year-old’s birthday. Don’t miss the opportunity to dress them up in an adorable golf outfit, hat, and all!
Fairytale Themes perfect for girls
The perfect fairytale theme awaits your little princess or prince! I can picture the crowns and tiaras now.
55 – Bibbidi Bobbidi TWO!
Here’s a fun idea for your princess in training to do with her toddler friends.
A Bibbidi Bobbidi Two party complete with a makeover and dress-up stations.
56 – Dreams Come TWO
57 – It’s a Ball to be TWO
58 – TWO TWO (TuTu) Cute
This theme lends itself well to a ballerina themed party (especially if you include this Two Two Cute party banner and decorations).
Favorite Characters Birthday Themes
Does your little one love a specific character? Include them in the theme. Here are a few ideas for inspiration.
59 – Oh TWOdles (from Mickey Mouse clubhouse)
You’ll find plenty of easy party decoration packs great for boys or girls for an Oh Twodles theme party.
60 – TWO Infinity and Beyond
I love how this Two Infinity and Beyond birthday party came together! Your little one will enjoy finding familiar characters from the movie throughout the party.
61 – TWO Curious (Curious George)
As infuriating as George can be sometimes, he does share some endearing qualities with two-year-olds.
Especially their penchant for being “two curious.”
62 – Baby Shark TWO TWO TWO TWO…
If your little one is a fan of Baby Shark, then they will love this theme. For your adult guests, I highly suggest a great dessert bar to apologize for getting the song stuck in their heads. Here’s a Baby Shark Two Two Two balloon package to get your decor inspiration rolling.
And this theme transitions well into the next section:
Ocean/beach Theme Ideas
If the beach and ocean themes are calling your name, I have loads of under-the-sea decoration ideas, even how to make your own coral reef decorations.
63 – In TWO the Deep –
If you are looking for adorable designs for an In Two the Deep theme, check out my Mermaid party set. In one set you get everything you need to throw an adorable In Two the Deep party!
64 – Totally TWO-bular (Surfing) –
With some creativity, you could take this righteous theme into several directions. For inspiration, check out these very aesthetically pleasing invitations by LoboDesign and how the theme came together on Kara’s Party Ideas.
Western Themes for 2nd Birthdays
Western themes are super fun. We’ve done one in the past complete with a photobooth and a horse cake.
65 – My Little Buckaroo is TWO
Check out how JennyCollier.com transformed their space into an awesome western backdrop for their My Little Buckaroo is Two birthday party.
66 – One TWO Buckle My Shoe
67 – The Terrible TWO (western party)
If you don’t have “Wanted” posters with your toddler’s face on them, you’ve missed a real opportunity with this western theme.
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Retro Themes
We already looked at a ’50s and a ‘90s themed party. Here are a couple more options.
68 – Totally TWO-bular (80’s)
A themed party like this invites all party guests to dress up in 80s fashion and makes for amazing photos.
This is a fun theme with plenty of party decorations, party favors, and dessert designs online! Scrunchies and neon and leg warmers, oh my!
69 – TWO Groovy (70’s)
This theme lends itself well to lots of bright colors.
Don’t miss this radical Two Groovy invitations by PoppyJackShop
Movie Night Themes
I love movie-themed parties! Our outdoor movie party was a guest favorite for sure with its fun popcorn box piñata and decorations.
70 – TWO thumbs up
71 – Double Feature
This theme could not be easier to execute. Pick two movies, pick and print one of my printable movie night party sets, and get some snacks. Done!
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Theme Ideas for 2nd Birthdays around a Holiday
Birthdays on or near major holidays can be a ton of fun. Each of these themes leaves plenty of room for costumes and festive food and decor.
72 – Boo! I’m TWO!
There are so many adorable Halloween designs on the internet that are perfect for two-year-old party guests. I especially love this ghost cake topper.
73 – Lil Boo is TWO
Celebrate your lil’ boo turning two with this foil balloon garland and friendly ghost and pumpkin balloons.
74 – TWO Spooky
75 – Bubble Bubble NAME’s Age is Double
Think witches and brews. I go this fun sign picture from Facebook marketplace.
76 – Red, White & TWO!
Perfect for a July birthday! Get these red, white, and two decorations and celebrate independence day and your little one too!
77 – Joy TWO the World
I’ve seen this as a travel-themed party but I think it lends itself more to a Christmas party perfect for those December babies.
Just for Twins Themes
To add to the Double Feature and Double Header themes, here are some more clever themes to celebrate your twins!
77 – TWO of a Kind
78 – Two Scoops
Throw your twins an epic ice cream party for their second birthdays. This adorable backdrop would be a great starting point for your plans.
79 – TWO Peas in a Pod
Your two little peas will love this twin party idea, complete with Two Peas in a Pod birthday lawn sign.
80 – Lightning Strikes Twice
Here you could choose to decorate with clouds and lightning or go full bore with a Lightning McQueen theme from the Cars movie.
81 – Twinfinity and beyond
82 – Double Dipping
This theme would be fun in the summer with a couple of small inflatable pools or water slides.
83 – Dynamic Duo
Two-tally Fun Games for Two-Year-Olds & Young Children
This being a second birthday, most of the kids will probably have the motor skills needed for basic games but they will also have short attention spans. That means you need easy game options that are short, easy to understand, and loaded with movement.
Don’t just rely on a bouncy castle, here are some great ideas for simple games that you can cheaply find supplies for at the Dollar Store or on Amazon.
Piñatas
Piñatas are a classic party game. Two-year-olds may need a little assistance but they will certainly have fun trying. Be sure to have your party guests line up from youngest to oldest so that the little kids have a chance to take a swing before the older kids (or adults) demolish the piñata.
I have instructions in my blog for how to make piñatas.
Be sure to check it out if you’re looking for a way to customize your party!
Dance Party or Freeze Dance
Kids at this stage love to wiggle and dance. With both of these games, kids have to freeze when the music stops.
Finding songs that are appropriate for this age group can be challenging, so KidsActivities.net made a list of 55 Fun Toddler Songs. It’s full of nursery rhymes: some classics and some lesser-known ones. One of my friend’s favorite kid’s album at the moment, though, is “Don’t Forget to Remember” by Ellie Holcomb. There are only six songs in the album, but it’s one I could listen to again and again which can be a godsend with small children.
My kids LOVED this Ralph’s World album when they were young! So many songs they still know as teenagers.
Bubble Mania
Hand out bubble wands, turn on a bubble machine and encourage guests to fill the air with bubbles. Two-year-olds may not have the hand-eye coordination for making the bubbles themselves without spilling all the bubbly juice, but they will love chasing after them.
You can make a contest to see who can pop the most bubbles. If you’re looking for another DIY project, Living Well Mom offers instructions for making colorful bubbles.
Play Parachute
These parachutes, which are covered in different colors that will engage young minds, provide so much fun while also teaching great lessons. Kids have to practice listening, color recognition, and fine motor skills all while having so much fun. The other great news is that play parachutes are pretty affordable! This is one of the best toys for a young child’s party.
Additional Game Ideas
Simon Says, Obstacle Course, Hot and Cold Scavenger Hunt, Crafts. I also have a whole list of more fun party games for kids.
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And there you have it, 83 clever themes for your 2 year old’s birthday and some bonus game ideas.
I hope this article helped inspire a terrific birthday celebration for your toddler! Please leave any thoughts, comments, or questions!
Be sure to check out my other helpful party planning blogs, like The Secret to Getting RSVPs to Your Kids’ Birthday Parties and How to Throw an Unforgettable Party – The Secret 3 Steps Formula.
Each one of my blog posts is full of tips and tricks I’ve learned from my own party planning experiences.
Happy party planning!
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Birthday Party Ideas For Toddlers | CSRA Kids
Birthday Party Ideas For Toddlers
Birthday Party Ideas For Toddlers
The CSRA is full of fun places to host a toddler birthday party! From outdoor parks and playgrounds to indoor play areas and activity centers, there are plenty of options for the perfect celebration. Here are some ideas to get you started:
The Family YMCA: Steiner and Aiken County YMCA
The Steiner Branch and Aiken County YMCA offer soft play spaces for birthday parties.
Steiner Branch
– Can Be Reserved On Saturday
– 2 Hours
– Ages 3 – 5
– Member $150 & Non-Member $200
– Bring Your Own Food & Drinks
Aiken County YMCA
– Can Be Reserved On Saturday & Sunday
– 2 Hours
– Must Rent Outside Child Watch Hours
– Member $150 & Non-Member $200
– Bring Your Own Food & Drinks
Fairytale Dreams Parties & Play
Fairytale Dreams Parties and Play offers birthday parties in their play space.
Parties include:
Private Party Space
Covered Chairs and Tables (with table decorations)
Customized Birthday Sign
Birthday Banner Plus Back Drop
Play Areas Focused On Ages 0-5
Party Attendant To Help
Soft Play Rental Companies
There are a few local businesses that will bring soft play sets to your home!
Cubs at Play
https://cubsatplayevans.com/
Porta Play Playground Rentals
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Double Z Soft Play
https://doublezsoftplay.com/
All-Star Jumpers Party Rentals
www.allstarjumperspr.com
Fun and Celebrations
https://www.facebook.com/celebrationsitsaparty
The Imagination Station Childrens Museum of Augusta
The Imagination Station offers birthday parties for members only. The membership is totally worth it…the birthday rental is only $35.
– Up to 22 People
– 3-Hour Rental
– Full Access To The Play Areas
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Chick Fil A Birthday Party
Chick-Fil-A is a great place to host a birthday party. The only real investment is the food for your guests or ice cream! Some locations will even bring out the cow. They ask that parties are held at non-peak times. (8 am – 11 am and 2:30 pm – 5 pm) Here are the locations where the playground is open.
– North Augusta
– Aiken
– Grovetown
Character/Mascot Companies
Do your kids love Mickey, Cocomelon, Paw Patrol, and other cartoon characters? You can hire the characters for your next party.
Rich Kangz Entertainment
– Cocomelon, Paw Patrol, Mickey Mouse, Blippi, and More!
Characters Fun
– Paw Patrol, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Trolls, and More!
Wardrobe of Wishes
– Mickey and Minnie Mouse and Olaf
Playland of Aiken
Playland of Aiken is perfect for smaller kiddos.
The space is small and they have areas specifically for little ones. They have party rooms and packages.
https://playlandofaiken.com/
McDonalds Playplace Parties
You can host your child’s birthday party at your local McDonald’s Play Place. You do not need a reservation. You can bring your own cake, but you cannot have outside food. One of the local owners recommended getting there a little bit early to secure the tables that you need. They can not close the Play Place for private parties. Here are the locations that have a playground.
– Washington Rd – Augusta
– Washington Rd – Evans
– Fury’s Ferry – Martinez
– Washington Rd – Martinez
– Richland Ave – Aiken
– York Ave – Aiken
Playground & Shelter Rentals
Kids love playing at the playground! There are a lot of toddler-friendly playgrounds with shelters nearby.
Here is a list of playgrounds we think would be great!
– Memorial Park – Evans (Behind The Library)
– Evans Towne Center Park – Evans
– Imagination Station of Augusta Playground – Augusta
– Edenfield Park – N. Augusta
– Bunting Park – N. Augusta
– Odell Weeks – Aiken
– Eustis Park – Aiken
Columbia County Shelter Rentals
Richmond County Shelter Rentals
City of Aiken Shelter Rentals
City of North Augusta Rentals
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Each family decides how they would like to celebrate the child’s birthday. At what age to do this is also discussed by parents. But even in honor of a newborn baby, almost all mothers and fathers arrange a grand celebration, inviting friends, buddies and close relatives to it. Therefore, the question of at what age one should organize the birthdays of a son or daughter is rather considered in a different plane.
That is, for some time now the child has become a full member of a fun company and may well be aware of everything that happens around him. That is why it is worth celebrating the birthday of a child of 2 years. Of course, the event will have its own characteristics, because the attention of kids at this age is not yet very stable. But in any case, he will enjoy a fun performance prepared by the talented actors of the Fun for Kids company. If you look at the list of programs listed in the catalog on the site, it is easy to choose exactly what the birthday kid will like.
The best entertainment programs for children and adults
It must be said that the scripts of all shows and performances are written by experienced authors. They are well versed in the psychological characteristics of children of different ages.
- When compiling any entertainment program, scriptwriters take into account what might be interesting for two-year-olds and their older sisters and brothers.
After all, most often on the birthday of a child, parents invite their friends who also have children. That is, a festive event should be interesting for everyone. - Another important rule that the creators of entertainment programs adhere to is that they are saturated with musical numbers. Perky melodies, familiar to children, make them dance. It is clear that from such cheerful music everyone has a wonderful, joyful mood. A festive atmosphere is created that captivates literally everyone present.
- How can a holiday be boring and gray? Of course not! Therefore, artists use bright scenery, use a variety of attributes that allow them to hold collective games and organize competitions.
- If we talk about the theme of performances, then it is close to modern kids. A lot of new characters appeared on TV screens, loved by kids. They know who the Smurfs are and love to watch their adventures. These kindest creatures help parents in educating the best qualities of character in children. It is advisable to order a performance with the participation of the Smurfs for the birthday of a 5-year-old child, when the birthday boy understands much more than a two-year-old kid.
After all, most often on the birthday of a child, parents invite their friends who also have children. That is, a festive event should be interesting for everyone. 
It is advisable to order a performance with the participation of the Smurfs for the birthday of a 5-year-old child, when the birthday boy understands much more than a two-year-old kid. Not sure which show to order? Consult with the agency manager!
It is clear that not all parents are aware of how best to entertain children during a family holiday. It does not matter, because the company “Veselo detkam” employs real professionals. They have excellent artistic data. In addition, they get along well with small children and grown-up teenagers who want to appear older than their years. Call by phone and you will receive information about the cost of performances, their duration. Employees of the company will tell you how to go to the site and get acquainted with the annotations prepared for each program. By the way, any show can be ordered not only home, but also in a kindergarten or elementary school.
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Choosing a birthday gift for a 2-year-old baby
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- Movable toys
- Children’s musical instruments
- Wooden toys
- Educational cube
- Kids wall stickers
- Interactive toys
- rocking toys
- Books
- DIY kit
- Gift card
How to choose gift for a child of 2 years old
By the age of two, the child is usually can repeat almost any sounds he heard, knows several dozen words and gradually learns to put them into sentences.
The kid can walk, run, and every day he jumps faster and more often. Physical fitness allows him to overcome various obstacles, climb and descend stairs, and walk backwards.
Two-year-olds show new emotions but still cannot fully cope with them. They love to fool around and be the center of attention, but they still don’t like to share toys. After the second birthday, the child knows exactly what he likes and what he wants to play, so the gift chosen should match his interests.
Gift Ideas for a 2-Year-Old Child
For a two-year-old child, choose a toy that will not only give him pleasure, but also support physical and intellectual development. It is also important that the gift matches their needs and skills.
A game that is too difficult can upset him, and a game that is too simple can get boring quickly. Toddlers as young as 2 years old can already match shapes and colors, create different designs from materials at hand, and draw simple shapes such as circles and lines.
However, most of all they like outdoor games – running, jumping and climbing, while exploring their surroundings. Let’s look at a few gift ideas:
Movable toys
As already mentioned, children at this age are very mobile, so it’s a good idea to bet on movable toys that can be pulled, pushed and ridden. It can be, for example, a children’s exercise bike, on which a child can learn to maintain balance and pedal, which is very useful in terms of developing coordination and motor skills. An interesting option would also be a wheelchair in which the baby can transport his favorite toys.
Children’s musical instruments
Musical instruments for children are divided into two types: those that play pre-prepared melodies when a certain button or key is pressed, and those that involve the child himself in the process of creating music. The latter are much better in terms of child development. They not only develop musical sensitivity, but also train the ability to use both hands at the same time and improve eye-hand coordination.
It is important that the musical instruments chosen for children make pleasant sounds (especially for parents who will have to listen to them all day long) and be visually appealing.
There are many varieties of such instruments: small synthesizers, guitars, cymbals and drums, and even brass instruments.
Wooden toys
Whoever coined the phrase “hard childhood, wooden toys” would be very surprised to see the assortment of wooden products in modern children’s stores. Sorters, constructors, blocks and puzzles made of wood are durable and suitable for a child of any age. Their particular advantage is safety.
Colored with non-toxic paints, they will not harm your baby even if he puts them in his mouth. In addition, their edges are carefully processed, so that the child will not plant a splinter. Wooden toys themselves are quite simple, so they will require children to use their imagination, which is very good for their development.
Educational Cube
This is one of those toys that completely captivates the child, making him come back to it regularly, because it is enough to turn the cube to make it completely new.
Educational cubes in an easy and interesting form help develop imagination, fine motor skills, cause-and-effect relationships and ingenuity. For a two-year-old child, toys that have different elements arranged by color, shape or size are best suited.
Children’s wall stickers
Another original gift for a two-year-old child is wall stickers, which are not only a decor, but also a great creative toy. The child will like the new decoration of his room, where he can have a great time, and his parents will be glad that the extra toy will not lie on the floor.
The advantage of a wall sticker is that it can be applied and removed many times. Thanks to this, you can move it to different places in the room, for example, if you want to rearrange it or adjust its height to the height of a growing child.
Interactive toys
When choosing a gift for a 2-year-old child, it is worth trying to bet on interactive toys, like talking teddy bears or walking soldiers.
Before making a purchase, you should pay attention to whether the chosen toy is suitable for the personality and development of the child, because some children will be happy with a big singing lion, while others may be frightened.
It is also very important that the toy is safe, that is, it should not have sharp edges or small parts that a child can swallow. The best toys for a two year old are those that make different sounds or light up when a button is pressed. However, it is worth making sure in advance that the sounds are not too loud and annoying. Not only for the child, but even more so for the parents.
A two-year-old child will definitely drop a toy more than once, which means that cheap products with a thin body will not last long. So do not save and try to choose high-quality, impact-resistant models.
Rocking toys
Absolutely all babies love to rock because it reminds them of the time when they rocked in their mother’s belly. Rhythmic movements back and forth not only amuse, but also soothe the baby.
In addition, rocking contributes to the formation of connections between the neurons of the brain, which increases the intellectual potential of the child. Therefore, choosing a rocking toy as a gift for a two-year-old is a great option.
You can, for example, choose a classic wooden horse, or you can choose modern soft rocking chairs that make different sounds when swinging. Regardless of which model you choose, make sure it is stable enough and is the right height for your child.
Books
Regardless of age, a book is the best gift, especially for a kid who needs to develop his imagination. At this age, children already move their arms very effectively, so they can easily turn pages without your participation.
Books for a 2 year old should tell simple stories, preferably in rhyme, and have bright, colorful illustrations. So that the baby does not tear the paper, it is better to buy books with thick, cardboard pages. Good children’s books are specially developed by psychologists to emphasize various elements: speech development, learning to count, recognition of shapes and colors, etc.
Expert opinion
Demidov Dmitry Anatolyevich
Pediatrician, work experience – more than 15 years
Children at this age are very easily immersed in stories, so they will probably enjoy books that encourage them to count objects in a picture or answer questions. You can also choose from books that feature moving elements, or multi-part series, each featuring a different adventure for your favorite character.
DIY set
Playing with tools that look like daddy’s will bring a lot of joy to the child and will also support his development in many areas. First of all, such toys work out fine motor skills, because tightening screws requires concentration, patience and accuracy from the child. They also develop the creativity of the baby and allow him to come up with the paths to follow.
This set is perfect for acting out scenes that mimic situations that take place in a real workshop, which is great for stimulating the child’s imagination.
He can, for example, try to independently construct some object from the elements included in the set, or disassemble an already finished object. In an easy game form, the child learns new things. And finally, such toys help to teach the baby to put things in their place after the game.
Gift card
A good option if you have stopped at the stage of choosing a gift is to purchase a gift card. If you are not sure what the child needs at the moment, or you are afraid that other guests invited to the birthday party will buy exactly the same gift, then instead of taking risks, it is better to simply take a card for a certain amount.
On the occasion of his birthday, the child will receive many gifts at once, after some time his interests will naturally change, and then the parents will be able to choose the right toy for him. So you will not only protect yourself from risk, but also prolong the pleasure of celebrating a birthday for your baby.
Conclusion
The right gift is one that stimulates your baby’s imagination and creativity: building, drawing, word games, toys with letters and numbers that develop fine motor skills – all this will be very interesting and useful for a two-year-old baby.
Questions
Why is it so important to choose educational toys? Does it matter for a two-year-old child what to play with?
There are two arguments in favor of educational toys at once: Firstly, they are simply more interesting for the baby. Unlike simple dolls and soft toys, educational blocks or musical instruments will not be on the floor after a couple of days of play, because they have interactivity and therefore arouse the interest of the child. Secondly, at this age, the development of imagination, fine motor skills and other skills plays a huge role. Educational toys are not just recommended by pediatricians around the world, they really help in the development of the child.
What if the child doesn’t like the gift?
It’s okay if a two-year-old child does not show interest in a gift. In the end, he may have his own considerations, which may also depend on the mood. Just wait, maybe in a couple of days he will change his mind.
Does the gift have to be material?
Not necessarily, because for the baby the main thing is the emotions and love that mom and dad give him.