Top 10 New Gifts that WOW and Teach

Fresh and Engaging Picks that Make the Best Gifts for Kids

“Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere.” — Chinese Proverb

We love filling our shelves with exciting new toys and games to share! This fresh collection brings together early learning games and beautifully crafted heirloom wooden toys, each designed to wow young minds and inspire learning through play. From an early instrument set for a first symphony to an enchanting unicorn game collection, these top 10 new toys and games are perfect gifts for all the little learners on your list.

Colored Wooden Building Blocks - 85 Piece Set

Colored Building Blocks 85 Piece Set with green, blues, red, orange, yellows, white, gray, and natural colored wooden building blocks stacked

Encourage learning and play, block by block, with this vibrant 85 Piece Colored Wooden Block Set. Crafted from sustainably sourced wood and colored with non-toxic water-based paints, this set is perfect for little hands eager to build their first towers and explore endless design possibilities. Made in Germany, these sturdy blocks provide lasting fun while inspiring creativity and development. From simple towers to imaginative structures, this classic block set is a gift that grows with them, for generations of play.

Snug Up Doll Ollie

The Snug Up Ollie is a sweet 8-inch companion made for endless snuggles. With a soft, gentle body perfect for baby hands, Ollie is a gender-neutral doll that quickly becomes a favorite naptime friend. Crafted with sewn-on fleece pajamas and hat, Ollie is both cozy for cuddles and a charming addition to the nursery. Safe for little ones, Ollie’s features are printed, making them soft and chew-friendly. An ideal gift for baby showers or first birthdays, this timeless doll is made for love from day one.

Flower Garden Wooden Sorting and Stacking Game

Wooden flowers created using daisy, tulip and sunflower shapes on green cylinders on a peg board

Bring the beauty of springtime into play all year long with the Flower Garden Wooden Sorting and Stacking Game. This charming peg game lets little gardeners create a colorful flower garden on a sturdy beechwood peg board, sparking endless combinations of blossoms, buds, and leafy green stems. Perfect for ages 18 months and up, this set encourages creativity and fine motor skills as children design their unique floral arrangements. Made from sustainably sourced beechwood, each vibrant, high-quality piece invites hours of imaginative play that grows alongside them.

Unicorn Glitterluck 9 Game Collection

Enter a world of sparkle and imagination with Unicorn Glitterluck, a magical game collection from HABA! Perfect for little unicorn fans, this set includes 9 enchanting games where kids can join Glitterluck, Stardust, Marvel Flower, and Magic Swirl on whimsical adventures. Each game encourages storytelling, creativity, and cooperative play as kids explore daily adventures with these charming unicorns. Ideal for building cognitive skills and social connections, this gift set is a delightful choice for any child who loves magic, friendship, and a dash of glitter.

Interlocking Wooden Blocks Construction Set

Unleash creativity with this one-of-a-kind Interlocking Wooden Blocks Construction Set! Kids can break free from traditional block building and create stunning arches, curves, and more. The clever tongue-and-groove design ensures stability, allowing children to construct structures that bend the rules of typical block play. Perfect for sparking imaginative engineering and teaching foundational building skills!

Discovery Caterpillar Wooden Building Blocks

HABA Discovery Building Blocks Wooden Caterpillar with red caterpillar face, round orange wooden block with red button, yellow round wooden hollow block with red bell, green rounded wooden block with indented spirals, rounded neon blue wooden block, 3 piece natural/blue wooden block with green plastic ring, and blue rounded wooden block with bullseye printed

Add a splash of color and a world of discovery to little ones’ playtime with the Discovery Caterpillar Wooden Building Blocks Set! Perfect for curious young explorers, this caterpillar is full of sensory surprises in every color of the rainbow. Each wooden block offers a new experience—whether it's a sound, texture, or visual treat—designed to spark curiosity and build developmental skills. A wonderful gift for early learning, this charming set is sure to become a playtime favorite for little hands and growing minds alike.

Discovery Boat Wooden Building Blocks Set

Discovery Building Blocks Boat Set with a tall natural cylinder with a red button and 3 orange dots, a short cylinder with 2 plastic orange and red rings, a teal rectangular shape with green plastic peep hole, a blue square with shiny fish, a half moon shape with 2 white dots, an orange triangle, and a blue wooden sailor

Set sail for adventure with the Discovery Wooden Building Blocks Boat Set! Perfect for young sailors, this beautifully crafted 7-piece set invites little ones to build their own ships and let their imaginations roam. Each block features unique optical or auditory surprises, bringing extra sensory magic to every play session. Made in Germany from sustainably sourced wood, this nautical-themed set not only fosters creativity and fine motor skills but also introduces a world of exploration with each new construction. An ideal gift for budding builders and adventurous spirits!

Kullerbu Mountain Adventure

My Very First Games: Go, Go, Little Penguin

Let the penguin party begin! Go, Go, Little Penguin invites young players to guide their penguins in a lively dice race to a fishy feast on the mainland. Part of HABA’s My Very First Game series, this delightful game is crafted with early learning in mind, offering simple rules developed by educators to support childhood development. Children will enjoy friendly competition as they race to the picnic, boosting their strategic thinking and social skills along the way. An exciting and educational game that’s sure to make a splash in any playroom!

Bamboo Rally Cup

Buckle up for a wild jungle adventure! Bamboo Rally Cup: Hype in the Jungle brings fast-paced excitement to young racers as they guide their animal teams through a thrilling soapbox rally. Designed for children aged 4 and up, this action-packed game combines strategy, dice skills, and quick reflexes as players race to circle the bumpy jungle track three times. With each turn, players can press the horn to gain an edge by using opponents’ dice rolls, while also dodging pesky track ghosts that send racers back to the start. Full of high-energy fun, this jungle race will keep players on the edge of their seats!