Wooden Toys for Christmas: 17 Kids Gift Ideas Under $40

Wooden toys make some of the best Christmas gifts for kids. They're sturdy, they look beautiful under the tree, and they get played with long after the plastic toys are forgotten. Here are 17 wooden toy gift ideas for toddlers and young kids, all under $40, from easy stocking fillers to a special present from Santa.

Why wooden toys make great Christmas gifts

• They last. Solid wood stands up to years of play and can be handed down to younger brothers, sisters and cousins.
• They help kids learn. Stacking, sorting and puzzles build hand skills, colours, numbers and problem solving through play.
• They're screen-free. A nice change from tablets during the Christmas holidays.
• They look lovely. Wooden toys make a gift grandparents, aunties and friends are proud to give.

Always check the age guide on each product before buying for very young children.

Wooden stocking fillers under $20

1. Wooden Animal Stacker

A charming set of animal-shaped blocks to stack, balance and topple. A perfect first stocking filler. See the Wooden Animal Stacker.

2. The Solar System Puzzle

A wooden puzzle that introduces the eight planets, ideal for little space fans. See the Solar System Puzzle.

3. Rolling Bead Coaster Giraffe

A colourful giraffe with beads to slide along the wires, made for busy toddler hands. See the Rolling Bead Coaster Giraffe.

4. Wooden Zoo Animal Puzzle

Bring the zoo home with chunky wooden animals to match and fit into place. See the Wooden Zoo Animal Puzzle.

5. Wooden Animal Blocks

Animal blocks for building, stacking and imaginative play. See the Wooden Animal Blocks.

6. Animal Stacking Cubes

Solid wooden cubes with bright animal designs that stack into a tower. See the Animal Stacking Cubes.

7. Map of Australia Puzzle

A wooden puzzle of the states and territories, a lovely Aussie gift for curious kids. See the Map of Australia Puzzle.

8. Wooden Clock Puzzle

Makes learning to tell the time a hands-on game. See the Wooden Clock Puzzle.

Wooden toy gifts under $30

9. Rainbow Stacker Toy

A classic rainbow of wooden arches to stack, sort and build with. Beautiful on a shelf too. See the Rainbow Stacker Toy.

10. Wooden Number Sorter

Count, sort and match numbers and animals in one educational toy. See the Wooden Number Sorter.

11. Wooden Stacking Blocks

A set of solid wooden blocks for building towers, houses and whatever little imaginations dream up. See the Wooden Stacking Blocks.

12. Wooden Animal Puzzle

A forest-animal puzzle designed for toddlers to fit together. See the Wooden Animal Puzzle.

13. Wooden Train Set

A colourful wooden train set painted in child-safe colours, ready for Christmas morning adventures. See the Wooden Train Set.

14. Wooden Snail Pull Toy

A cheerful pull-along snail for toddlers who are on the move. See the Wooden Snail Pull Toy.

Bigger wooden gifts under $40

15. Wooden Car Carrier Toy

A six-wheeler wooden truck with cars to load and unload. A favourite for little truckies. See the Wooden Car Carrier Toy.

16. Wooden Animal Puzzle Train Set

A puzzle and a train in one, with animal pieces that ride along. See the Wooden Animal Puzzle Train Set.

17. Wooden Human Body Puzzle

A layered puzzle that shows how the body works, a great educational gift for curious older kids. See the Wooden Human Body Puzzle.

Stocking filler tips

• Choose one small wooden toy and add a treat, such as a chocolate, for an easy stocking.
• Group puzzles by age: chunky animal puzzles for toddlers, and the Map of Australia, Solar System or Human Body puzzles for older kids.
• Buying for a new baby's first Christmas? See our baby hampers.

Christmas delivery

Our toys are delivered Australia-wide. Order by 2pm on a weekday for same-day dispatch, and check our Christmas delivery dates so your gift arrives before Christmas Day. Every order comes with a free gift card for your message.

Wooden toys – FAQs

Are wooden toys good Christmas gifts for toddlers?

Yes. Stacking toys, sorters, pull-along toys and chunky puzzles are popular toddler gifts because they're sturdy and help develop hand skills. Check the age guide on each product first.

What are good stocking fillers for kids?

Small wooden toys and puzzles under $20, such as an animal stacker, a zoo puzzle or a solar system puzzle, make lasting stocking fillers.

Do you deliver toys Australia-wide?

Yes. Our toys and gifts are delivered anywhere in Australia. See our Christmas order dates for the last days to order.

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