Parker's Favorite Things

It's hard to find the best toys that kids love for the right ages, and though I know it varies from kid to kid, I decided to share a list of Parker's favorite toys at the one year old stage. I really appreciate going to other people's houses who have kids around Parker's age to scout out what they have and what he likes to play with! Sometimes it seems great at the store, but it's not so great at home. So, if you are looking for great toys for your child or someone elses, or if you just want to know the main attractions going on in our home, here is a list of Parker's Favorite Things (Disclaimer: we have too many great toys to list them all here so I tried to list the ones that aren't the obvious choices walking down the elses of Target):

Radio Flyer Push and Pull toy. This toy has gone MILES around our house.


Red Rocking Chair. My mom and dad gave this to Parker on his 1st birthday and it's precious (and personalized of course!). I wasn't sure if he would like it but he loves learning to get in and out and will actually sit in it! www.llbean.com

100 Ways to Know God Loves Me. I realize this is a book, not a toy but we use it daily. It has such sweet devotionals for kids and Parker loves reading.


Little Tikes Cozy Couple. This toys have been around 30+ years and still going strong for a good reason. A must have!


Melissa and Doug toys. Love their big puzzles and old school wooden toys. We do have the M&D Chomp and Clack alligator that Parker loves and mommy hates (it's terribly loud and he only really likes to use it when I'm on the phone). http://www.melissaanddoug.com/

Toy Push Mower. Parker has the Fisher Price Bubble Mower and the Laugh and Learn Mower. Great inside or outside.



Little Tikes Water Table. Parker loves playing outside, so with the summer heat it has been a necessity to have water to play in! He has a baby pool, but the water table is great if you don't want to have to get into a swim diaper and all that. Some of the tables have sand and water... brave parents go there!


Any Ride-On toys are a hit in our house. Parker loves the Mickey Fire Engine Ride-on and his Powerwheels Tod Rod (see Tot Rod post!). Basically, anything he can ride, push, pull, or zoom around the house is a winner for our little boy. He even has a FP Vacuum that he loves to push around... hope that trait sticks around!

Books, balls, bath toys, and anything with wheels...
these are a few of a 1 year old's favorite things in our house!