50 Best Toys for a 1-Year-Old Girl (2026 Guide for Toddlers)

Cake with pink fondant and flower and the number 1 topper

Your baby girl’s first year comes with so many big changes — new sounds, new steps, new independence, and lots of curiosity. The right toys can support her development in simple, playful ways while giving her plenty of opportunities to explore, stack, sort, push, pull, and pretend.

Whether you’re shopping for a first birthday, the holidays, or just refreshing the play shelf, this guide highlights the best toys for a 1-year-old girl based on durability, developmental benefits, and real-life hits with kids this age.

To make things easy, everything is grouped by category so you can skim quickly and find exactly what you need.

If you’re building out her play shelf, you may also like our guide to the Best Books for a One-Year-Old — perfect for snuggly story time and early language development.


Best Building Toys for a 1-Year-Old Girl

Building toys are some of the best toys for 1-year-old girls because they strengthen fine motor skills, encourage problem-solving, and introduce early concepts like stacking, balancing, shapes, and colors. At this age, simple structures and large pieces work best. These options are sturdy, open-ended, and designed for tiny hands.

1. Wooden Blocks

Square, triangle, oblong and rectangle wooden blocks stacked on top of anoother

Your little girl will love this solid-wood set from Melissa & Doug, and it will last for years to come. She’ll have so much fun building towers, castles, moats, and anything else her imagination can come up with. These high quality blocks are very sturdy and will stand the test of time.


2. Blockaroo Magnetic Foam Builders

A box of multicolored Blockaroo magnetic foam builders

The Blockaroo Magnetic Foam Builders are a good option for people looking for an age-appropriate alternative to Magnatiles. The set includes soft foam magnetic block tiles that easily click together, rotate 360-degrees, and always attract each other. 


3. Jumbo Extra-Thick Cardboard Building Blocks

Red, blue and yellow carboard building blocks

Melisa & Doug Cardboard Building Blocks are sturdy but still light enough for little hands to stack, so your one-year-old can build safely and confidently. The set comes with 40 blocks in three sizes, and you just fold them together to set them up. They’re also wipe-clean, which makes quick cleanups really easy.


4. Alphabet and Number Blocks

Melissa & Doug ABC blocks stacked into a pyramid

These ABC blocks from Melissa & Doug help introduce letters, numbers, and simple shapes in a way your one-year-old daughter can explore through stacking and play. The set includes 36 blocks, each with a different design, so there’s always something new to point to and name together.


5. Mega Bloks

A set of Mega Bloks in yellow, orange, red, blue colors

These Mega Bloks are large and easy for little hands to snap together, making them a great first building set for a one-year-old. They’re simple to use, fun for older kids too, and offer lots of open-ended play. If you want bigger builds, adding a second set gives your child even more to create.


Best Sorting & Stacking Toys for 1-Year-Old Girls

Sorting sets make wonderful gifts for 1-year-old girls because they support hand-eye coordination, early math thinking, shape recognition, and patience. This is the age when toddlers start experimenting with fitting pieces together and exploring cause and effect. These sets keep little ones busy while building foundational skills.

6. Farmer’s Market Color Sorting Set

A box fruit sorting set with five baskets

This Farmer’s Market Color Sorting Set from Learning Resources helps your little girl learn colors, practice simple sorting, and start naming familiar fruits and veggies. It includes 25 play foods in five colors, plus matching baskets for easy sorting. The set also comes with a simple activity guide to give you ideas for play.


7. Classic Shape Sorter

A wooden shape sorter witth octagon, star, circle, diamond, heptaton and triangle shapes

This classic shape sorter comes with 12 bright, easy-to-grip shapes that fit into matching holes on the wooden cube. Your one-year-old daughter gets to practice problem-solving as they test, try again, and finally slide each piece into place. It’s a simple toy that keeps little hands busy while building early matching skills.


8. Geometric Stacker

Three kinds of geometric stackers in different colors for toddlers

This wooden Melissa & Doug geometric stacker comes with 25 colorful rings, octagons, and rectangles for your one-year-old to sort and stack. Kids get to match colors and shapes on the three rods, which helps build early problem-solving and fine motor skills. It’s sturdy, simple, and fun for little hands to explore.


9. Activity Cube

An activity cube with bead track, shape sorter and stacking cups

This award-winning Toyventive activity cube gives your one-year-old baby girl time to explore with five sides of play, including bead tracks, a shape sorter and a turnplate. Each feature helps build fine motor skills and simple problem-solving while keeping little hands busy. It’s made from sturdy, child-safe wood with sweet animal details your baby girl will enjoy


10. Wonder and Wise Activity Baby Push Walker

A wooden push walker with mirror, xylophone and shapes

This Wonder & Wise Baby Activity Push Walker gives your one-year-old plenty to do, from a shape sorter and counting flaps to a xylophone, mirror, and bead maze. It supports early walking while keeping her busy with hands-on activities. The frame is made from natural pinewood for a sturdy, classic look.


Best Baby Dolls & Stuffed Animals

Soft dolls and stuffed animals are comforting companions at this stage and help toddlers explore nurturing play, early empathy, and soothing routines. Many children form strong attachments to their favorite doll or stuffed animal around age one, making these sweet first dolls and plushies meaningful gifts.

11. Baby Doll (Light Skin)

Twin dolls in blue and pink clothes and pacifier

This Melissa & Doug twin doll set includes two 15-inch babies, Luke and Lucy, each with removable rompers, caps, and their own pacifiers. Their eyes open and close, and they can suck their thumbs, which makes pretend play feel more real for your one-year-old. It’s a simple, cozy set for early nurturing play.


12. Baby Doll (Dark Skin)

Curly haired dolls with tie-dyed clothes for little girls

This adorable baby doll has movable arms, legs, and a rotating head, so your little one can sit her up or lay her down during play. She’s made of washable vinyl, making cleanup quick and easy. The bright outfit is machine-washable, and you can add more doll clothes as your child grows into pretend play.


13. Caticorn Squishmallow

Squishmallow Carlita the Caticorn with rainbow colored  horn and ears

This plush Squishmallow Carlita the Caticorn is incredibly soft and squishy, making it a cozy companion for any one-year-old. Squishmallows come in lots of fun designs—like an avocado, whale, or raccoon—so your little girl can pick a favorite. They’re made from soft polyester, easy to cuddle, and simple to wash and dry when needed.


14. Giant Giraffe

A tall giraffe plushy standing in the middle of the playroom

This Melissa & Doug giant giraffe stands about four feet tall and has soft plush fabric with realistic markings that your little girl will love. The wire-framed legs and long neck make it sturdy enough for gentle hugs and play. It’s a fun, eye-catching addition to any bedroom or playroom.


15. Unicorn Designer Doll

A sitting unicorn doll with golden horn and colorful skirt

This darling unicorn doll will be your little ones new best friend. It’s soft and snuggly, and can accompany them on all of their adventures and as they drift off to sleep.


Best Musical Toys for a 1-Year-Old

Musical toys are some of the best toys for 1-year-old girls because they support rhythm, coordination, sensory development, and cause-and-effect learning. Toddlers love tapping, shaking, stomping, and banging — and these toys channel all that energy into playful sound exploration.

16. Wooden Musical Instruments

A set of wooden toy set made of maracas, xylophone, flute with box and carry bag

This wooden music set is made from natural, smooth wood, so it’s safe for toddlers who like to explore with their mouths. It includes a xylophone, tambourines, a maraca, and other simple instruments your one-year-old can shake and tap. The set also comes with carry bags to keep everything stored in one place.


17. Unicorn Instruments

Unicorn themed xylophone and tambourine fit for young girls

These Pottery Barn unicorn-themed instruments add a sweet, magical touch to music time. The set includes a tambourine and a uniquely shaped xylophone with whimsical unicorn details. It’s a simple, charming pick for a one-year-old who loves cute and colorful toys.


18. Musical Chicken

Musical instrument shaped like a chicken with xylophone bars and stick

This Manhattan Toy musical rooster is packed with activities for little hands, including xylophone bars, a cymbal, clacking wings, and even a maraca tail. It’s made with a water-based, non-toxic finish, so it’s safe for curious toddlers. It also arrives fully assembled and boxed, making it an easy, ready-to-give gift.


19. Fisher Price Classic Xylophone

Fisher-Price xylophone with colorful bars and red wheels for kids

This colorful Fisher-Price xylophone lets your little one tap out simple tunes with the attached mallet. It has eight bright keys and rolls along on wheels, so toddlers can pull it wherever they go. It’s a classic, easy first instrument for curious one-year-olds.


20. Musical Mat

Two girls in pink dresses dancing on a giant musical mat

This giant play mat has built-in sounds, including animal noises, melodies, and music keys that respond when your toddler steps or taps. It’s a fun way for your one-year-old to explore movement, sound, and simple spatial awareness. The mat is made of soft, anti-slip fabric to help keep playtime safe.


21. Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes

A muscal toy with a chicken head handle and colorful buttons for toddlers

This bestselling musical toy is easy for little hands to hold with its beaded handle and big button that switches between 10 melodies and colorful lights. It even plays classical tunes like Mozart’s Serenade No. 13. Parents appreciate the volume control and how handy it is for car rides or longer trips.


Best Activity Tables & Creative Play Centers

Activity tables give your toddler a dedicated place to explore sensory play, early learning, and creative activities. They encourage standing, reaching, and experimenting while keeping everything contained in one spot. These options offer a mix of lights, sounds, stacking, building, drawing, and pretend play.

22. Leap Frog Activity Table

An activity table with blue-green legs for babies

This LeapFrog Activity Table has colorful buttons and instruments that respond with over 70 songs and sounds. It introduces numbers, letters, shapes, and colors while playing classic children’s tunes.


23. Arts & Crafts Center

A boy and a girl painting a large drawing on a spacious table top with art materials

This art & crafts center is made for two, with a spacious tabletop, two stools, and plenty of storage for paints, brushes, crayons, and more. It has inset sections to keep supplies within reach while your child creates. Made with solid wood and a non-toxic finish, it’s durable and easy to clean, and assembly hardware is included.


24. Toddler Activity Table

An activity table with LEGO pieces shaped like a whale and cars

This activity table transforms into a building block table, a drawing and painting board, or a water and sand table. The block table works with LEGO Duplos. It’s made of non-toxic plastic with rounded edges and is easy to assemble and move.


25. Magnetic Drawing Board

A pink maghetic doodle board with 2 erases and a yellow pen

This magnetic doodle board has four bright sections and helps toddlers practice writing, drawing, and fine motor skills. We love that the pen is attached with a string so it won’t get lost, and the board is lightweight for easy use anywhere.


Best Push & Pull Toys for 1-Year-Old Girls

Push and pull toys motivate toddlers to move, balance, and explore their environment. As 1-year-olds learn to walk more confidently, these toys become favorites for building independence, strengthening gross motor skills, and encouraging active play throughout the house.

26. Sit to Stand Learning Walker

A pink learning walker with piano pieces, rollers and phone

This interactive VTech Learning Walker has a removable play panel with piano keys, spinning rollers, shape sorters, and light-up buttons. It also includes a pretend phone and over 70 songs. The wheels work on both carpet and hard floors, making it easy for your toddler to move around.


27. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Pull Toy

A wooden pull toy that looks like a caterpillar

This colorful wooden pull toy is inspired by ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar’ and has a movable, twistable body for little hands to explore. It’s made of solid wood and is BPA- and lead-free, safe for a one-year-old.


28. Classic Corn Popper

A Fisher-Price corn porrper with blue handle and red wheels

This classic Fisher-Price corn popper toy has colorful balls that pop and move as your toddler rolls it around. The motion and sound keep your little girl entertained, making it a fun toy for indoor or outdoor play.


29. Pull Along Wagon

A pull-along wagon with a teddy beary and ABC blocks

This Fisher-Price pull-along wagon is just the right size for your big baby girl and grows with her. It includes light-up buttons, a shape sorter lid, puzzles, xylophone keys, and more that respond with music and phrases. Kids love rolling it around and playing with all the interactive features.


30. Radio Flyer Classic Red Wagon

A red Radio Flyer wagon for toddlers

A sturdy Radio Flyer Red Wagon is a great first birthday gift and can be used in so many ways. It’s perfect for walks, trips to the zoo or park, parades, or even a little lemonade stand. Your family will get years of use out of it.


Best Outdoor Toys for 1-Year-Old Girls

Outdoor toys are perfect for curious one-year-olds who love splashing, scooping, pushing, and hauling. These picks encourage movement, water play, pretend gardening, and early athletic skills — and they make warm days outside even more fun.

31. Splash Pad & Sprinkler

A blue splash pad with sprinkler for young swimmers

SplashEZ splash pad and wading pool has a built-in learning mat and a gentle fountain sprinkler. It’s lightweight for easy moving and perfect for summer fun in the sun or shade. Toddlers love splashing around, and it’s great for keeping them entertained outside.


32. Bubble Mower

A pink push mower toy that blows bubbles  for

This bubble push mower from ArtCreativity lets toddlers mimic real lawn mowing with fun sound effects and a built-in bubble maker. It comes with 3 bubble solutions and 3 bubble sticks. Requires 3 AA batteries (not included) for operation.


33. Fish N’ Splash Water Table

Two kids playing fishing on a blue Little Tikes splash water table in the lawn

This Little Tikes Fish N’ Splash Water Table comes with a fishing game, including a pole, five floating critters, a net, and a cup. Kids can catch, count, and release the fish, use the launcher, or fill the fishbowl for a fun splash. It’s a hit for warm-weather outdoor play.


34. Dump Truck

A little girl playing with a purple dump truck toy in a sand box

This toddler dump truck helps develop gross and fine motor skills while hauling sand or other materials. It comes in fun color options, is made from recycled plastic, and can be used indoors or outdoors. Easy to clean and durable for play anywhere.


35. T-Ball Set

A girl in ponytail swinging a ball with a pink and purpler T-ball set

This pink and purple T-ball set from Little Tikes includes a tee with adjustable height and soft balls for little sluggers. It helps toddlers practice batting, improve motor skills, and develop hand-eye coordination.


36. Balance Bike

A balance bike with pink body and a woven basket

This ACEGER balance bike helps toddlers develop early balance skills. It has soft handlebar grips, reflectors, a bell, and a wicker basket for toys or snacks. Designed for ages 2.5+, but adventurous one-year-olds can start gliding too.


37. Joovy Tricycoo Push Tricycle

A little girl with head gear riding on a bikewhile being pushed by her mom in the park

This four-in-one push tricycle grows with your child, from 10 months up to 44 pounds. It has a parent push handle, pedals that can lock for resting, a sun canopy, cup holder, and a rear storage basket. Eventually, it converts into a full tricycle as your child learns to pedal independently.


More Great Gifts for 1-Year-Old Girls

hese extra picks are longtime favorites that don’t quite fit into a single category but are wonderful for 1-year-old girls. From trampolines to puzzles to heirloom-quality toys, these gifts engage toddlers in movement, early thinking skills, cozy reading time, or imaginative play.

38. Little Tykes Trampoline

A blue Little Tikes Trampoline

This Little Tikes indoor trampoline helps toddlers burn energy and get ready for naptime. It has a handlebar for added stability, making jumping safer and more fun for little ones.


39. Deluxe Pounding Bench

A toy pounding bench with colorful pegs and a wooden mallet with blue handle

This Melissa & Doug Deluxe Pounding Bench has colorful, smiling pegs that move up and down as your toddler pounds them with a safe mallet. It helps develop fine motor skills and provides hands-on, screen-free play. Made from solid wood for durability.


40. Wooden Animal Puzzles

Six wooden animal puzzles designed as an owl, fish, hippo, snail, elephant and frog

This solid wood animal puzzle has bright colors and thick pieces that are easy for little hands to handle and too big to swallow. It helps toddlers build fine motor skills, memory, and problem-solving, and comes with a sturdy carrying pouch for easy storage.


41. Noah’s Ark Wooden Toy Set

A wooden playset made up of an ark, animals, Noah and his wife

This charming Noah’s Ark Wooden Toy Set from Pottery Barn is an instant family heirloom to play with now and cherish into the future. The bible story will come to life with this set that includes a slew of animals in pairs, an ark, and captains of the ship, too.


42. Anywhere Chair

A pink Anywhere Chair with the name Ella embroidered in the middle

This Pottery Barn Anywhere Chair is the perfect cozy chair for a little girl. Lightweight and easy to move, it’s great for reading, relaxing, or snuggling with toys. Durable enough to grow with your child and last for years.


43. Alphabet Puzzle

An alphabet puzzle with assorted colored letters

This 26-piece chunky alphabet puzzle from Melissa & Doug helps toddlers learn letters and colors. The pieces are sized perfectly for little hands—easy to handle but too big to swallow—and can be used through the preschool years.


44. Elephant Critter Nursery Rocker

A little girl riding a plush elephant rocker

This plush elephant rocker is a cute addition to any little girl’s room. It has solid wood handles and offers a smooth, gentle rocking motion that feels secure for small children.


45. Rattan Rocking Horse

A rocker entirely made of rattan with a white bow

This rattan rocking horse from Crate & Kids is a timeless piece designed to last for generations. It’s sturdy enough for everyday play, and it also looks beautiful as décor in a child’s bedroom or playroom.


46. Orian Princess Castle Playhouse Tent

A pink playhouse pen with fairy lights and some plushies inside

This pink playhouse tent comes with LED star lights that create a cozy, dreamy space for playing, reading, or napping. Made from thick polyester taffeta, it holds up well to toddler play and works both indoors and outdoors.


47. My First Library

A box of of board books named My First Libraty

This sturdy Wonder House board book box set covers early basics like ABCs, numbers, shapes, colors, animals, fruits, and more. The bright pictures and clear labels help encourage first words and build your toddler’s vocabulary.


48. Stack & Learn

A stacking toy with 5 colorful rings for younger children

This award-winning stacking toy has five colorful rings that teach colors, animal sounds, and musical instrument tones. Toddlers can stack the rings, follow the blinking lights, sing along, and answer simple questions. It’s a fun way to build motor skills, coordination, and early thinking skills.


49. LeapFrog My First Learning Tablet

A LeapFrog learning tablet with 20 buttons

This LeapFrog learning tablet works like a toddler-friendly tablet, with a home button, 20 app icons, and activities that teach letters, numbers, shapes, animals, and colors. Kids can ‘call’ Scout, play with the pretend camera, explore music, and hear fun phrases about weather and sports. Every tap or swipe triggers lights, sounds, and animations that keep your one-year-old engaged.


50. StrongTek Wooden Step Stool with Storage

A wooden step stool with compartment for small toys

This StrongTek Wooden Stepp Stool with Storage works as both a chair and a step stool with one quick flip. It’s perfect for helping little ones reach the sink in the kitchen or bathroom and holds up well through years of daily use.


51. Light Up Bath Toys

Eight Light-up toys used for bath to entertain toddlers

These 8 light-up animal bath toys flash and change colors as soon as they touch the water. They’re smooth with no sharp edges and make bath time feel like a fun little disco for your toddler.

And if there’s a big sibling at home who loves to “help” or join in pretend play, our Big Sister Gifts roundup has age-appropriate ideas they’ll be proud to use.


Tips for Buying Gifts for Kids

It can be overwhelming to choose gifts and items for your children where there are so many options and an abundance of information.

When shopping, ask yourself these key questions:

Is it safe?

First and foremost, look for safety. Read the reviews to see if parents mention any common injuries, and google the product along with the word “injury” to see if anything comes up.

Will it last?

It’s fun to get a deal, and it’s important to stay within your budget, but often we find that inexpensive items do not last te test of time. If you are hoping for only a six-month lifespan, opt for an inexpensive option. But if you are hoping for the item to last for a few years and beyond, it’s important to research the materials and consider the quality of the item. You won’t save money in the long run if you have to purchase a new one for every sibling, or purchase a new one in a few months.

How will it benefit my child?

Most toys are beneficial in some way to a child, whether it keeps them active, teaches them something, or simply brings them joy. Think about the goals and dreams you have for your child – and what they seem to enjoy the most of course – and consider if the item you’re buying aligns with those.


We hope your baby girls love these thoughtfully curated gifts, and that they bring them great joy for years to come.

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