Best toys for 9 month old
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9-month-old babies tend to be more curious about the world, and their attention spans increase. Toys that encourage movement, language skills and emotional intelligence are essential for their growth.
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The Pop-up Activity Toy includes animal friends that pop up using twisting, pushing or sliding levers. We recommend the VTech Walk and Discover Activity Walker if you want a toy that can be used multiple times.
Many babies can explore new areas at nine months of age by using their motor skills (crawling, pulling to stand and cruising along furniture). Instead of waiting for others to bring them toys, they can freely move toward the toys and objects that interest them. It opens up new ways for them to play,” said Elizabeth Zack, Ph.D., outreach specialist and education specialist at the University of Washington.
Safety is paramount when buying toys for nine-month-olds. Babies love to put things in their mouths, so safety is important. When reviewing products, we looked at safety, value, and age recommendations.
These toys are great for nine-month-olds and stimulate, entertain, and teach them new skills.
PlayskoolPoppin’ Pals Pop Up Activity Toy
Pros
- Develops fine motor skills
- Teachers have a cause and an effect
- Mess-free
Cons
- Some knobs are more difficult to move than others
- If broken or used incorrectly, it could pose a choking risk
- After prolonged use, stickers may become loose.
Watch their faces light up as your baby pushes, twists, or slides the levers. When a lever is moved, adorable animal friends will be revealed. Babies can then close the lid again to have more pop-up fun.
This toy is easy to clean up for caregivers and parents. Pop-up animals can be used to teach colors and shapes, as well as fine motor skills.
The First Years Stack up Cup Toys
Pros
- Teaches numbers
- Encourages creativity
- Durable plastic
Cons
- It can’t hold liquid; it has holes
- Two yellow cups
- It isn’t easy to see the numbers on cups
These nesting cups are simple but fun for babies. They can stack, fit together or turn over to hide things under. They are bright and colorful and have numbers on the base. This allows your baby to practice number recognition and counting as they grow older. Recommended for 6 months and older
What our Editors Have to Say
“For $5, you can’t do better. My daughter loved these simple cups so much that we bought a set for her house and her grandparents. It kept my daughter busy, whether she made noises with them, stacked them, or threw them onto the ground. Lauren Levinson Editorial Director, Verywell Family
VTech Stroll and Discover Activity Walking
Pros
- Interactive lights and sounds
- Offers solid support
- Batteries Included
Cons
- Some accessories can easily fall off
- There is no adjustable handle
- Some children may find too many buttons
The sit-to-stand activity walker is loaded with sounds, lights, and sorters to keep your baby interested and entertained. Attachable activity centers can be attached to a stable base so your baby can stand up and start walking. You can adjust the speed of your baby’s walker as they grow. Recommended for children aged 9 months and older
Fisher-Price Linkimals Smooth Movements Sloth
Pros
- Interactive lights and music
- Teach letters, colors, numbers
- Develops motor skills
Cons
- Doesn’t like connecting with other Linkimals
- Four batteries required
- Clicking sound when you are unable to move
The interactive, adorable sloth helps children learn and move with its songs. Children aged 9 months and older can press the buttons on this sloth’s feet and learn about letters, colors and numbers. He sings, dances, claps and lights up as he bobs his head, claps and bobs his head. There are over 85 sounds and tunes for your child to enjoy.
