If you’re looking to buy some new toys for your little one, but are not sure what to spend money on, you’ve come to the right place. Here, you’ll find a rundown of the best dragon toys for toddlers that are perfect for imaginative play. Magical beasts for this age group aren’t scary and are designed to keep them busy and entertained. Take a peek at the top picks.
Every child needs a soft toy and Zog the dragon from the Julia Donaldson story books is perfect. Brightly coloured for visual stimulation and made from a soft plush material, Zog is great for snuggling up to at night or for taking on walks in the pushchair. Don’t forget to also curl up with your little one at bedtime and read all about Zog’s adventures together.
Transform your child’s bath time with this water squirting knight and his luminous dragon. The dragon lights up when it touches the water which your toddler is sure to love. The light can also be activated with finger contact and automatically turns off after 20 seconds.
If it’s a mythical beast plush toy you’re searching for, then Saffire from the hugely popular Ty Beanie Boo range won’t disappoint. Brightly coloured and made from a plush fabric, this blue dragon is a perfect collectable for children aged three and above. It can also be given as a birthday or Christmas present.
Let your little one run wild as they imagine being a dragon themselves in a set of red dragon wings. Easy to attach to your tot’s back with elasticated arm straps, these wings are sure to bring hours of fun. Again, these dragon wings are suitable for children aged three and above.
If you want a feature for your child’s room that they can also hug and love, then the Melissa and Doug Lifelike Plush Giant Winged Dragon is ideal. With a wingspan of almost four feet wide, this dragon should be easy enough to tame and hopefully won’t fly away!
Let your imagination soar with DreamWorks’ dragon toys. Both Toothless and Light Fury from How to Train your Dragon are available as a squeeze and growl plush toy. They’re the perfect gift for kids and dragon trainers aged four and above, and make great collectables too.
Another classic toy for How to Train Your Dragon fans is the DreamWorks Playmobil dragon set. This includes the dragon Light Fury, the adorable baby dragon Night Light and two viking children. This set is perfect for children aged four and up.
The mythical beast toy range is extensive, so there are plenty of options to choose from. Why not also book tickets to see Dragons and Mythical Beasts live on stage? It’s great fun for the whole family and is guaranteed to keep your tots entertained.