3 best melissa doug gift for 3 year old boys

Product description

Thirty wooden beads in six vibrant colors and five distinct shapes combine with two extra-long laces to kick off many creative activities. Stringing the easily grasped beads promotes hand-eye coordination as well as fine motor, cognitive, and visual perception skills. This Melissa & Doug beads and laces set allows adults and children to explore multiple playing activities. Parents can ask their child to sort the beads by color, identify each color of bead for the child, and repeat the activity until the child can identify all of the colors independently. Parents can also encourage kids to develop counting skills by asking their child to count the number of beads in each color along with them, repeating the activity until the child has mastered counting one group of beads. The Primary Lacing Beads set makes an exceptional gift for kids from 3 to 5 years. Add the Melissa & Doug Lace & Trace activity set to round out the hands-on play experience and give kids another engaging option for screen-free fun. For more than 30 years, Melissa & Doug has created beautifully designed imagination- and creativity-sparking products that NBC News called “the gold standard in early childhood play.” Today, Melissa & Doug is proudly partnering with the American Academy of Pediatrics to foster early brain development and help children build important life skills through play.

From the Manufacturer

From classic wooden toys to crafts, pretend play, and games, Melissa & Doug products provide a launch pad to ignite imagination and a sense of wonder in all children so they can discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.



Since the company’s founding more than 25 years ago, Melissa & Doug has consistently delivered innovative products that inspire open-ended thinking, encourage kids to see new possibilities, and offer Countless Ways to Play. It’s part of a bigger vision to Take Back Childhood. Because by giving children a true childhood with the space and freedom to explore their world, we give them a path to realizing their full potential!

• BRIGHTLY COLORED WOODEN BEADS: The Melissa & Doug Primary Lacing Beads set is composed of 30 brightly colored wooden beads in a variety of shapes, 2 colorful laces, and a wooden storage case.
• EASY TO ASSEMBLE: Our wooden bead play set includes beads in five distinct shapes that are easy for little hands to grasp. The laces are thin enough to allow the beads to fit seamlessly.
• HELPS DEVELOP STRONG SKILLS: This Melissa & Doug kids beading set helps children develop strong fine motor, cognitive, and visual perception skills, while promoting hand-eye coordination.
• GIFT FOR AGES 3 TO 5 YEARS: These beads set makes an exceptional gift for kids from 3 to 5 years. Add the Melissa & Doug Lace & Trace activity set to round out the hands-on play experience and give kids another engaging option for screen-free fun.
• “THE GOLD STANDARD IN CHILDHOOD PLAY”: For more than 30 years, Melissa & Doug has created beautifully designed imagination- and creativity-sparking products that NBC News called “the gold standard in early childhood play.”
• 100% HAPPINESS GUARANTEE: We design every toy to the highest quality standards, and to nurture minds and hearts. If your child is not inspired, give us a call and we'll make it right. Our phone number is on every product!

User questions & answers

Question:	Would this be to easy for a 3 and 4 year old
Answer:	My 2 year old is starting to learn how to lace, but still has some difficulty. I definitely think it'd be possible for a 3 and 4 year old.
Question:	How long are the laces
Answer:	These were sent as a gift. I don't know the length of laces but I do know she absolutely loves it and they have purchased another set.
Question:	Could a 1 1/2 year old play with this? It says "great for baby and child" but also says
Answer:	Yes, absolutely! 18 mo -2 years is the perfect age to introduce this toy. My daughter is also 18 months. She loves these beads but needs assistance lacing them. Over half the toys she plays with say 3+ for LIABILITY reasons, NOT because younger kids can't use them. While it may theoretically be possible for a child to wrap the lace around his or her neck or choke on a bead if they had an unusually large mouth, the chances of this happening with parents in the room is tiny.
Question:	Does anyone know if a no.2 pencil could be used instead of the string? Is the whole big enough? Thanks
Answer:	Yes! Easily! I just went and tried it for you and it fits with extra room around the pencil. You could even use a thicker tool if you wanted. Not quite as big around as a Sharpee marker but larger than a #2 pencil. Hope that helps. :)

Product features

Choosing the Best Toys

Increasingly, doctors and child development experts around the world are recognising the value of hands-on, imaginative play.

Research shows play promotes self-confidence, social and cognitive skills, resilience, and more.

And it is these skills that are crucial building blocks for success and personal fulfilment in adulthood.

Primary Lacing Beads

This first beading set brings colorful and educational play to kids discovering lacing for the first time.

2 Colorful Laces

The 2 colorful laces included are thin enough to allow the beads to fit seamlessly.

30 Lacing Beads

These 30 wooden lacing beads come in six vibrant colors and five distinct shapes for many fun activities.

Countless Ways To Play

Experts say the best toys are those that encourage interaction. Our toys are designed to inspire engagement and connection with your child. Many even include enrichment ideas right on the packaging. Because kids who can imagine the possibilities become grown-ups who can make their dreams a reality!

Our Story

Melissa and Doug are real people (and parents of six) who are passionate about the power of play!

Our Mission

To ignite imagination and wonder so children discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.

Our Toys

Made with quality and care, our toys inspire a world of discovery and hands-on learning.

Our Promise

The Melissa & Doug signature on every product is our commitment to the highest standards.

Product description

Give little builders all the tools they need to for truly constructive play! Five child-safe wooden tools--hammer, screwdriver, wrench, ruler, and painted saw—fit snuggly in the adjustable tool belt and a child's hand. Saw apart the self-sticking blocks and use the nuts and bolts or safety nail (no sharp points) to connect them again! A name tag on the sturdy tool belt can be personalized with a pencil or washable marker. This set helps teach sorting, problem solving, and counting skills, and encourages fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and imaginative play. Pretend play with Melissa & Doug products helps to encourage imaginative, creative and independent play. The Tool Belt Set helps children develop hands-on fine motor skills, and improve manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. The Melissa & Doug Deluxe Tool Belt Set makes a great gift for kids aged 3 to 7 years. Add the Melissa & Doug Take-Along Tool Kit to round out the hands-on play and to give kids an engaging option for screen-free fun. For more than 30 years, Melissa & Doug has created beautifully designed imagination- and creativity-sparking products that NBC News called “the gold standard in early childhood play.” Today, Melissa & Doug is proudly partnering with the American Academy of Pediatrics to foster early brain development and help children build important life skills through play.

Brand Story

By Melissa & Doug

From the Manufacturer

From classic wooden toys to crafts, pretend play, and games, Melissa & Doug products provide a launch pad to ignite imagination and a sense of wonder in all children so they can discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.



Since the company’s founding more than 25 years ago, Melissa & Doug has consistently delivered innovative products that inspire open-ended thinking, encourage kids to see new possibilities, and offer Countless Ways to Play. It’s part of a bigger vision to Take Back Childhood. Because by giving children a true childhood with the space and freedom to explore their world, we give them a path to realizing their full potential!

• PRETEND PLAY TOOL BELT SET: The Melissa & Doug Deluxe Tool Belt Set is an adjustable tool belt and wooden child-friendly tools that includes a hammer, screwdriver, wrench, ruler, and painted saw, and 8 building pieces.
• STURDY CONSTRUCTION: The Tool Belt Set is made from high-quality materials and made to holds up against constant use. The belt constructed of sturdy nylon and play pieces are solid wood.
• PROMOTES MULTIPLE DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS: The Tool Belt Set helps teach sorting and problem solving, and encourages fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• GREAT GIFT FOR AGES 3 TO 7: The Melissa & Doug Deluxe Tool Belt Set makes a great gift for kids aged 3 to 7 years. Add the Melissa & Doug Take-Along Tool Kit to round out the hands-on play and to give kids an engaging option for screen-free fun.
• “THE GOLD STANDARD IN CHILDHOOD PLAY”: For more than 30 years, Melissa & Doug has created beautifully designed imagination- and creativity-sparking products that NBC News called “the gold standard in early childhood play.”
• 100% HAPPINESS GUARANTEE: We design every toy to the highest quality standards, and to nurture minds and hearts. If your child is not inspired, give us a call and we'll make it right. Our phone number is on every product!

User questions & answers

Question:	Are these tools compatible with the tool box set or are they different sizes
Answer:	No. Sadly all the tool type toys from Melissa and Doug are not compatible with each other.
Question:	How long are the screws
Answer:	Hello! The screws from our Deluxe Tool Belt is 3" length (including "head"). The screw head is 1.25" wide x 0.5" thick. The actual threaded screw dimension is just under 0.5". I hope this information is helpful! If you have any other questions, please us a call at 800.284.3948. Anyone on our friendly Customer Care team will be happy to assist!!
Question:	Would this be ok for a 2 year old? My son loves trying to use daddy’s tools and want something for him
Answer:	I bought this last year for my grandniece who was then 2. she loves it and continues to use it! she likes to do whatever her mother does.
Question:	can you fit a foam play sword in one of the loops
Answer:	I guess you ugh be able too. I think it would depend on how big the sword is.

Product features

Choosing the Best Toys

Increasingly, doctors and child development experts around the world are recognising the value of hands-on, imaginative play.

Research shows play promotes self-confidence, social and cognitive skills, resilience, and more.

And it is these skills that are crucial building blocks for success and personal fulfilment in adulthood.

Constructive Play

Give little builders all the tools they need to for truly constructive play!

Tool Belt Set

Kids will love wearing this adjustable tool belt with its wooden child-friendly tools.

Tools & Hardware

Includes a belt, hammer, screwdriver, wrench, ruler, and painted saw, and 8 building pieces

Countless Ways To Play

Experts say the best toys are those that encourage interaction. Our toys are designed to inspire engagement and connection with your child. Many even include enrichment ideas right on the packaging. Because kids who can imagine the possibilities become grown-ups who can make their dreams a reality!

Our Story

Melissa and Doug are real people (and parents of six) who are passionate about the power of play!

Our Mission

To ignite imagination and wonder so children discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.

Our Toys

Made with quality and care, our toys inspire a world of discovery and hands-on learning.

Our Promise

The Melissa & Doug signature on every product is our commitment to the highest standards.

Product description

This busy wooden train is just what's needed to transport a new cow or take cans of milk, fruit and vegetable crates to market. Your young engineer's imagination will be engaged by the colorful engine and the three interchangeable cars. Hours of fun will be provided as your child loads and unloads the train cars and pretends to steer the train. The Melissa & Doug Wooden Farm Train Toy Set features a colorful engine and three cars, as well as a cow, cans of milk, fruit and vegetable crates. The Wooden Farm Train Toy Set is brightly painted and beautifully crafted. The train cars are interchangeable and feature a variety of ways to transport the removable cargo. This set gives kids the chance to learn about trains, animals, farms, counting, and colors. This set makes a great gift for kids ages 3 years old and up, inspiring hours of hands-on, screen-free play. The Melissa & Doug Round the Rails Train Rug is a great add-on to give kids a dedicated space for imaginative play For more than 30 years, Melissa & Doug has created beautifully designed imagination- and creativity-sparking products that NBC News called “the gold standard in early childhood play.” Today, Melissa & Doug is proudly partnering with the American Academy of Pediatrics to foster early brain development and help children build important life skills through play.

From the Manufacturer

From classic wooden toys to crafts, pretend play, and games, Melissa & Doug products provide a launch pad to ignite imagination and a sense of wonder in all children so they can discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.



Since the company’s founding more than 25 years ago, Melissa & Doug has consistently delivered innovative products that inspire open-ended thinking, encourage kids to see new possibilities, and offer Countless Ways to Play. It’s part of a bigger vision to Take Back Childhood. Because by giving children a true childhood with the space and freedom to explore their world, we give them a path to realizing their full potential!

• CLASSIC WOODEN TRAIN SET: The Melissa & Doug Wooden Farm Train Toy Set features a colorful engine and three cars, as well as a cow, cans of milk, fruit and vegetable crates.
• HIGH-QUALITY KIDS TRAIN CARS: The Wooden Farm Train Toy Set are brightly painted and beautifully crafted. The train cars are interchangeable and feature a variety of ways to transport the removable cargo.
• DEVELOPMENTAL TOY SET: This set gives kids the chance to learn about trains, animals, farms, counting, and colors.
• GIFT FOR AGES 3 AND UP: This set makes a great gift for kids ages 3 years old and up, inspiring hours of hands-on, screen-free play. The Melissa & Doug Round the Rails Train Rug is a great add-on to give kids a dedicated space for imaginative play.
• “THE GOLD STANDARD IN CHILDHOOD PLAY”: For more than 30 years, Melissa & Doug has created beautifully designed imagination- and creativity-sparking products that NBC News called “the gold standard in early childhood play.”
• 100% HAPPINESS GUARANTEE: We design every toy to the highest quality standards, and to nurture minds and hearts. If your child is not inspired, give us a call and we'll make it right. Our phone number is on every product!

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this train work on Ikea wooden tracks
Answer:	Purchased this for a 1-year-old who enjoyed loading and unloading the cars more than rolling them around. I'm not familiar with Ikea tracks.
Question:	Would this be okay for a 14 month old
Answer:	I'm giving mine to a 14 month old. From looking at it after it arrived, I think it should be fine and mine will love it
Question:	What a the dimensions of the engine and cars
Answer:	I don't have the train in front of me (it's with my grandson) but I was very pleased with the overall size, It was small enough for his hands, but not tiny by any means. It was roughly 18 inches long. It was well made, durable, and he loved it.
Question:	Does the train fit on most standard train tracks
Answer:	No, this is meant to be a stand-alone toy. It doesn't fit on IKEA or Thomas the Train tracks, it's bigger. Good toy.

Product features

Choosing the Best Toys

Increasingly, doctors and child development experts around the world are recognising the value of hands-on, imaginative play.

Research shows play promotes self-confidence, social and cognitive skills, resilience, and more.

And it is these skills that are crucial building blocks for success and personal fulfilment in adulthood.

All Aboard!

This busy wooden train is just what's needed to transport a new cow or take cans of milk, fruit and vegetable crates to market.

Removable Cargo

Transport a cow or take cans of milk, fruit and vegetable crates to market.

Developmental Toy Set

Learn about trains, animals, farms, counting, wheels and colors.

Countless Ways To Play

Experts say the best toys are those that encourage interaction. Our toys are designed to inspire engagement and connection with your child. Many even include enrichment ideas right on the packaging. Because kids who can imagine the possibilities become grown-ups who can make their dreams a reality!

Our Story

Melissa and Doug are real people (and parents of six) who are passionate about the power of play!

Our Mission

To ignite imagination and wonder so children discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.

Our Toys

Made with quality and care, our toys inspire a world of discovery and hands-on learning.

Our Promise

The Melissa & Doug signature on every product is our commitment to the highest standards.