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Baby toys and preschool toys in NZ

Browse baby toys and preschool toys in NZ at Farmers, with options for infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children. Depending on current stock, the range may include educational toys and books, musical toys, electronic toys, games, activity toys, building sets, pretend-play toys, vehicles, bath toys, ride-ons and walkers. Product features and age recommendations vary, so check each listing for the manufacturer’s guidance, included pieces and safety information.

Explore selected ranges from Fisher-Price, VTech, Hape, LeapFrog, Bluey and Peppa Pig. When comparing baby and preschool toys, review the recommended age, product dimensions, required batteries, assembly information and cleaning instructions.

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Explore baby and preschool toys by type

Depending on current stock, options may include:

  • Educational toys and books - selected toys and activities featuring letters, numbers, words, shapes, animals or other themes.
  • Musical toys - toy instruments and products with selected songs, sounds or music features.
  • Electronic toys - products with selected lights, sounds, buttons, screens or interactive functions.
  • Games and activities - puzzles, matching activities, card-based products and games with different rules or play formats.
  • Cars, trucks, planes and trains - individual vehicles, figure sets, tracks and vehicle playsets.
  • Pretend-play toys - playsets, figures and accessories based around selected places, characters or everyday activities.
  • Building and stacking toys - blocks, stackers, shape sorters and construction activities with different pieces and formats.
  • Bath and water toys - products specifically designed by the manufacturer for play in or around water.
  • Pull-along and spinning toys - selected toys with wheels, cords, rotating parts or movement features.
  • Ride-ons and walkers - larger toys with different age, assembly, size and weight guidance.

How to choose baby and preschool toys

  • Recommended age - use the manufacturer’s age guidance rather than relying only on terms such as baby, toddler or preschool toy.
  • Included pieces - check what comes with the toy and whether figures, accessories or additional components are sold separately.
  • Product size - review the measurements, particularly for larger playsets, activity tables, ride-ons and walkers.
  • Electronic features - confirm whether the toy uses lights, sounds or movement and whether batteries are required or included.
  • Assembly - some toys arrive ready to use, while others require setup or assembly before play.
  • Care instructions - follow the manufacturer’s directions for cleaning, drying and storing the product.
  • Safety information - review small-parts warnings, battery guidance, weight limits and any supervision requirements shown on the listing or packaging.

Browse selected brands and characters

  • Fisher-Price - selected blocks, activity toys, musical toys, vehicles, figures, playsets and ride-ons.
  • VTech - selected electronic, musical and activity toys in different formats.
  • Hape - selected musical toys, pretend-play sets, vehicles, bath toys and ride-ons.
  • LeapFrog - selected electronic toys, activity books, games and word, letter or number-themed products.
  • Bluey and Peppa Pig - character toys available across selected product formats.

Looking for nursery toys?

This Infants & Preschool page covers a broad range of toys for babies, toddlers and preschool-aged children. For nursery-focused products such as rattles, teethers, comforters, play gyms and play mats, explore Nursery Toys & Play. Always check the individual product’s age and safety information when choosing an item for a newborn or young baby.

Frequently asked questions about baby and preschool toys

What types of baby and preschool toys can I shop for?
Depending on current stock, options may include educational toys, activity books, musical toys, electronic toys, games, building toys, vehicles, pretend-play sets, bath toys, ride-ons and walkers.

How do I choose a toy for a baby, toddler or preschooler?
Start with the manufacturer’s recommended age. You can then compare the toy’s size, included pieces, play format, electronic features, assembly requirements and safety information.

What is the difference between a baby toy and a preschool toy?
These terms can cover different age ranges depending on the manufacturer. Check the exact age guidance and product description rather than choosing based on the product name alone.

What is the difference between this page and Nursery Toys & Play?
Infants & Preschool contains a broader mix of toys extending into the preschool years. Nursery Toys & Play focuses more closely on nursery products such as rattles, teethers, comforters, play gyms and play mats.

Do electronic and musical toys include batteries?
Battery requirements vary by product. Check the listing to confirm the battery type and whether batteries are included or need to be purchased separately.

What should I check before buying a ride-on or walker toy?
Review the recommended age, maximum user weight, product dimensions, assembly instructions and intended use. Follow the manufacturer’s directions before and during use.

How should baby and preschool toys be cleaned?
Follow the care instructions supplied with the product. Cleaning methods vary by material and toy type, and products containing electronic components should only be cleaned as directed by the manufacturer.

What does assorted mean on a toy listing?
Products labelled as assorted may be available in different colours, characters or designs. Check the listing to see how the variation is supplied and whether a particular option can be selected.

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