Gift for 3 Years Olds
Why This Stage Matters
Three-year-olds love to imagine, create, and move. They are building language rapidly and starting to enjoy cooperative play.
EXPERT INSIGHT
“At 3, play helps to express emotions, solve problems, build language skills, develop motor coordination, and begin to understand rules, cooperation, and empathy.“
PAULINE, OT
Key Developmental Milestones
Standing, walking, beginning to climb
Using single words
Scribbling, stacking, putting objects in and out
Beginning pretend play
Stronger social attachment
Modern-Depot Folding Balance Beam
Supports
Core strength, balance, motor planning
Therapist Tip
Make it part of an obstacle course to build focus and sequencing skills
$
35.97
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Melissa & Doug Latches Board
Supports
Hand strength, problem-solving, independence
Therapist Tip
Narrate each latch type and encourage kids to describe what they’re doing.
$
21.59
Kidzlane Doctor Kit
Supports
Pretend play, empathy, role-playing social skills
Therapist Tip
Let your child lead the story (“What does the patient need?”)
$
39.99
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Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Game
Supports
Fine motor (pincer grasp), color matching, turn-taking
Therapist Tip
Use the squirrel squeezer to build grip strength and patience.
$
22.99
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Schwinn Elm Balance Bike
Supports
Balance, coordination, confidence
Therapist Tip
Start with short rides on flat surfaces; celebrate small wins.
$
59.99
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