Gift guide by age: which toy to give from 0 to 12?
The right toy is first and foremost a question of age. A 3-year-old and an 8-year-old don't have the same needs or the same wishes. This guide helps you choose quickly, by age group, from the Playland range. Every toy meets CE standards and is shipped from Belgium.
Ages 0-3: discovery, softness and safety
At this age, go for soft materials, simple shapes and toys that are easy to hold: stacking rings, rattles, plush toys and baby books. Avoid small detachable parts.
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Ages 3-6: first games, imagination and motor skills
This is the age of collectable squishies, cuddly plush toys and first building sets. Children love to handle, stack and take things apart. Battery-powered toys (cars, robots, musical toys) start to find their place.
Ages 6-9: vehicles, creativity and collections
Children want to go further: remote-control vehicles, arts and crafts, board games and their first collections. It's also the golden age of trends seen on TikTok.
Ages 9-12: hyped products, collecting and style
At this age, children know what they want: things to collect, things to show off, things to share with friends. Trading cards, collectibles and viral items are safe bets.
Not sure about the age? Two simple pointers
A 4-year-old who loves cuddles: a plush toy or a squishy always hits the mark. A 7-year-old who loves to move: a vehicle or a building set. If in doubt, a product eligible for the Buy 2, get 1 free offer lets you give more for the same budget.
Delivery and timing
Order placed before 2 pm: shipped the same day from Belgium. Free pickup point delivery with no minimum order in Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and France; home delivery from €6.99 (free from €50 in Belgium). Free returns within 14 days, prepaid label provided.