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Popular with toddlers! A collection of homemade toy ideas

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Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!

This article introduces handmade toy ideas that are popular with preschoolers.

There are plenty of toys you can enjoy both indoors and outdoors, such as cup-and-ball, yo-yos, airplanes, and spinning tops.

All of the ideas can be made using recycled materials or supplies from 100-yen stores, so feel free to make them and play.

Some preschoolers are starting to use scissors and glue, too.

It’s a good idea to let them give it a try while adults help with the tricky parts.

Popular with toddlers! Handmade toy idea collection (61–70)

Tree-climbing little monkey

Climbing smoothly with a paper cup and twine: a tree-climbing monkey

Tree-climbing little monkey

Play with full enthusiasm! Here’s a fun idea for a climbing monkey craft.

You’ll need a paper cup, straws, scissors, a picture/illustration, glue or double-sided tape, and kite string.

First, cut out the bottom of the paper cup.

Prepare two straws cut to 5 cm each, attach them parallel to each other on the inside of the cup, and thread the kite string through them.

Once you stick the illustration onto the cup, it’s done! When you pull the kite string alternately, the monkey appears to climb—it’s a delightful idea.

Give it a try!

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No-Sew Toothbrush Puppet

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No-Sew Toothbrush Puppet

Grab kids’ attention! Here’s a no-sew toothbrushing puppet idea.

You’ll need felt in various colors, scissors, a pencil or something to sketch with, hook-and-loop fastener (Velcro), and fabric glue or a hot glue gun.

Make a cute animal that says “ahh” and opens its mouth wide to reveal dirt.

Since the dirt attaches with Velcro, you can take it on and off, making it easy to show how scrubbing with a toothbrush removes it.

Let’s make an adorable felt puppet!

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Balloon walking pet

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Balloon walking pet

Let’s enjoy the walk we’ve been dreaming of! Here are some balloon walking-pet ideas.

You’ll need balloons, construction paper, glue, scissors, double-sided tape, and ribbon.

Many children probably dream of having a pet and taking it for a walk, right? In that case, try making a balloon walking pet.

Fold strips of construction paper back and forth to make legs and attach them to the balloon, then add eyes and ears made from construction paper.

Tie on a ribbon, and it’s done! Try making your favorite animals like elephants, rabbits, dogs, or cats.

Watching them float and bob around is so cute.

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In conclusion

We introduced some handmade toy ideas. Did you find any you’d like to try making? We hope you’ll use them for a fun crafting time with your child. They’re relatively easy for adults to make, so they’re also great as gifts for your children or grandchildren!