Little minds will soar on the wings of a skyward rocket thanks to engaging foundational toys. Baby toys are designed to provide colorful sensory experiences to stimulate development, sharpen motor skills, and encourage growth. It's never too early for children to reach for the stars, so enriching their day-to-day with nurturing celestial toys is a must. We've collected the best space toys to fill your nursery.
Skip Hop Silver Lining Cloud rattle moon stroller toy
On-the-go lunar rattle toy with teether
Babies will hold the moon in their little hands with this fun celestial noisemaker. The simulating stroller-friendly toy features a soft and sleepy plush moon and bead-filled jangling rattle. The dozing crescent offers multiple sensory stimulation opportunities with the addition of colorful rings and a textured cloud-shaped teether.
Delta Children first exploration 2-in-1 activity walker
Two-way shuttle-shaped walker
One small step is easy with this baby-shuttling activity walker by Delta Children. The cool little rocket walker is about to blast off with its flight-ready shape and universe-navigating control panel activity center. Babies will soar through space from inside the cockpit or outside the ship. This walker also adjusts to accommodate growing little ones with three height options.
Uncle Goose planet blocks
Stackable solar system blocks
Little space enthusiasts, ages two and up, will hold and stack the solar system with these planetary blocks. The spacey cubes feature colorful representations and information (like diameter and location) on every planet, even Pluto. Each block, nine in total, is shaped in durable basswood for years of engaging play.
Gigglespots baby space cards on-a-ring
Contrasting space-themed circles on a travel-ready ring
Captivate your baby with the contrast of these cosmic cards from Gigglespots. The seven double-sided circles feature out-of-this-world black and white images, from moon phases to constellations. The bold and distinctive shapes are visible and pleasing to babies as their sight develops. The celestial circles are constructed of waterproof card stock and travel easily on their handy ring.
Svan wooden stacker space rocket toy
Colorful magnetic shuttle in six pieces
The moon is just a few stacks away with this buildable wooden rocket toy. Little ones, ages 18 months and up, will assemble the six vibrant shuttle pieces to explore the universe. Each piece is secured with a hefty magnet to deliver this rocket to space without fail. The shuttle is even directed by an astronaut, peeking through the cabin window, ensuring mission success.
Storklings astronaut plush toy
Soft shuttle-ready 12-inch plush
Children will cuddle up to this snuggly space explorer on every extraterrestrial adventure. This soft 12-inch astronaut plush is suited-up, ready to take the next shuttle to the moon or embark on a more restful mission as a nighttime companion. This huggable plush, stitched with a friendly adventure-loving face, is sure to be a fast favorite with space enthusiasts of all ages.
For space novices
Those new to earth will grow and develop through play, nurtured with the help of fun foundational toys. To help babies learn about the world around them, they can discover through space exploration. There are a variety of cosmic options to engage little ones, but our staff pick is the Skip Hop Silver Lining Cloud rattle moon stroller toy. Its bright colors, contrasting textures, and soothing sounds offer sensory stimulation. The soft plush moon and colorful bead-filled rattle are detailed with vibrant hanging rings and a cloud teether to keep baby entertained.
Another great choice is the Gigglespots baby space cards on-a-ring. This developmental toy features seven circular cards with contrasting black and white space imagery, complementing baby's developing vision. Each double-sided card is crafted from waterproof card stock and secured on an easy-to-grasp plastic ring.
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Because we're so passionate about space, we tend to try and instill that same love in our children. And it starts young with space-themed nurseries and toys.
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