Preschool picks
3–5 years. What you’ll need, and the picks we recommend, plus gift ideas below.
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Feeding
Feeding · Sippy cups
Munchkin Splash toddler cups with training lids, 7 oz, 4-pack
Toddler
A set of four toddler cups with training lids. Easy to keep a spare in the bag or the car.
$18.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 6:40 p.m. MST
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Feeding · Lunch & snack
Thermos Funtainer bottle with straw
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$23.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 3:25 p.m. MST
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Finorder snack containers (6-pack)
Preschool to big kid
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Feeding · Lunch & snack
Bentgo Kids insulated lunch bag
Big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$32.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 11:10 p.m. MST
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Feeding · First spoons & bowls
Elk and Friends toddler utensils
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$23.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 4:11 a.m. MST
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Bentgo Kids 5-compartment bento lunch box
Preschool
A leak-proof lunch box with portions sized for ages 3 to 7.
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Diapering · Pull-ups & training pants
Pull-Ups boys’ night-time potty training pants, 4T–5T, 52 ct
Preschool
Night-time training pants for older kids who are potty trained by day but still need overnight protection. For 38–50 lb per the listing.
$27.00 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 3:10 p.m. MST
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Diapering · Pull-ups & training pants
Pull-Ups girls’ night-time potty training pants, 4T–5T, 52 ct
Preschool
Night-time training pants for girls who are trained by day but still need overnight protection. For up to about 50 lb per the listing.
$27.00 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 1:10 p.m. MST
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Diapering · Potties
Dreambaby 2-up step stool
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$19.97 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 4:11 a.m. MST
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Bath & care · Health & first aid
ByFlo forehead thermometer
Baby to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$29.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 1:25 a.m. MST
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Bath & care · Health & first aid
Home first aid kit
All ages
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$31.62 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 1:25 a.m. MST
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Bath & care · Oral care
GUM Monsterz kids toothbrushes
Preschool to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$11.94 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 3:24 a.m. MST
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Colgate Kids battery-powered toothbrush (Minecraft)
Preschool
An extra-soft battery toothbrush with a character design.
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Oral-B kid’s rechargeable electric toothbrush
Preschool to big kid
A rechargeable electric toothbrush with a charger, made for kids.
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Crest Kid’s anticavity fluoride toothpaste, bubblegum
Preschool
A colour-changing fluoride toothpaste in bubblegum flavour.
Safety Use only a pea-sized amount for young children and supervise brushing.
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Travel & gear · Strollers
Ingenuity 3Dquickclose compact stroller
Newborn to toddler
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$151.97 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 9:56 a.m. MST
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Travel & gear · Car seats
Graco Tranzitions 3-in-1 harness booster
Preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$249.00 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 5:41 a.m. MST
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HONEY JOY 2-piece kids carry-on luggage set
Preschool to big kid
A kids rolling carry-on with a matching backpack.
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Play & learning · Toys
Melissa & Doug wooden blocks (100)
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
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Play & learning · Toys
Play22 kids gardening set
Preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$29.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 2:26 a.m. MST
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Play-Doh Stamp & Saw tool bench set
Preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
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Play & learning · Toys
Melissa & Doug vehicle puzzles
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$18.77 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 5:41 a.m. MST
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Play & learning · Books
First 100 Words (padded board book)
Toddler
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$5.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 5:41 a.m. MST
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Fisher-Price doctor kit
Preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
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Safety & childproofing · Cabinet locks
Medicine lock box
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
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Safety & childproofing · Home safety alarms
First Alert CO alarm
All ages
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$33.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 3:10 p.m. MST
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Outdoor & active · Helmets & safety gear
Kids bike helmet (CPSC)
Preschool to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$39.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 3:10 p.m. MST
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Outdoor & active · Scooters & ride-ons
Gotrax KS1 kids kick scooter
Preschool to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$49.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 2:26 a.m. MST
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Radio Flyer 3-in-1 folding wagon
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
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KAMUGO kids bike helmet, ages 2 to 8
Preschool
An adjustable helmet for younger riders.
Safety Check the fit and look for a certification label.
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Size 4 kids soccer ball
Preschool to big kid
A size 4 ball for kids learning to play.
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Seasonal · Summer sun protection
Thinkbaby SPF 50+ sunscreen
Baby to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$24.50 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 10:40 p.m. MST
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Seasonal · Summer sun protection
UPF 50+ kids sun hat
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$19.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 10:56 p.m. MST
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Seasonal · Summer sun protection
Simple Joys rash guard set
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$26.83 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 1:54 a.m. MST
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Seasonal · Summer water play
Speedo Skoogles kids goggles
Preschool to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$13.15 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 1:54 a.m. MST
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Seasonal · Summer sun protection
Connectyle kids UPF 50+ bucket sun hat
Toddler to preschool
A lightweight bucket-style play hat with UPF 50+ sun protection.
$9.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 12:10 p.m. MST
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Seasonal · Summer sun protection
Banana Boat Kids tear-free clear sunscreen spray, SPF 50+
Preschool to big kid
A clear sunscreen spray in a value size, SPF 50+, labelled tear free.
Safety Check the label for the minimum age. Talk to your doctor before using sunscreen on babies under 6 months.
$11.98 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 12:40 p.m. MST
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Clothing · Outerwear
Kids hooded rain jacket
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$33.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 10:40 p.m. MST
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Clothing · Outerwear
Unigear waterproof kids mittens
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$19.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 11:10 p.m. MST
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Clothing · Shoes
Kamik Snobuster kids snow boots
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$41.46 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 11:40 p.m. MST
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Clothing · Outerwear
Crocs kids Handle It rain boots
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$44.95 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 2:26 a.m. MST
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Clothing · Outerwear
Jan & Jul fleece-lined snow pants
Preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$55.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 2:41 a.m. MST
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Clothing · Outerwear
Amazon Essentials thermal set
Preschool to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$15.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 3:11 a.m. MST
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School & daycare · Backpacks & bags
Skip Hop Zoo backpack
Preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$30.00 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 11:40 p.m. MST
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School & daycare · Labels
Waterproof name labels (128)
Preschool to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
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School & daycare · Supplies
Crayola crayons (24-ct, 2-pack)
Preschool to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$5.38 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 12:10 a.m. MST
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School & daycare · Supplies
Crayola washable markers
Preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$6.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 12:10 a.m. MST
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iClever HS19 kids headphones with microphone
Preschool to big kid
Wired kids headphones with a built-in microphone for school and tablets.
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Sleep · Bedding
Viviland kids twin sheet set
Preschool to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$28.49 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 3:11 a.m. MST
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Sleep · Bedding
NICETOWN blackout curtains
Preschool to big kid
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$21.24 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 3:11 a.m. MST
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Sleep · Beds
Dream On Me toddler bed
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$109.00 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 4:55 a.m. MST
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Sleep · White noise & night lights
Auxmir rechargeable night light
Toddler to preschool
A popular option featured in our essentials checklists.
$23.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 4:55 a.m. MST
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Utopia Bedding toddler pillow, 2-pack
Toddler to preschool
Two 13 x 18 inch toddler pillows with a cotton blend shell.
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Youth pillow, 16 x 22 inch, soft and hypoallergenic
Preschool to big kid
A smaller, softer pillow sized for kids.
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Gift ideas for ages 3 to 5
Christmas · Gifts for ages 3-5
Magnetic tiles, 110 pieces
Preschool to big kid
A 110-piece set of magnetic tiles.
Safety Check the age label. Small magnets can be dangerous if swallowed. Supervise young children.
$43.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 3:25 p.m. MST
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Christmas · Building sets
LEGO Classic large creative brick box
Preschool to big kid
A LEGO Classic large creative brick box.
$63.72 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 5:25 p.m. MST
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Christmas · Games
FoxMind Don’t Rock the Croc
Preschool to big kid
Don't Rock the Croc, a game.
$15.96 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 3:56 p.m. MST
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Christmas · Books
Goodnight Moon
Toddler to preschool
Goodnight Moon.
$13.50 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 4:10 p.m. MST
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Christmas · Books
Pete the Cat 12-book phonics set
Preschool to big kid
A 12-book Pete the Cat phonics set.
$19.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 6:25 p.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 3 years
Landtaix magnetic tiles, 100 pieces
Preschool
A 100-piece set of magnetic tiles.
Safety Magnetic tiles: check the age on the label and keep loose magnets away from young children.
$39.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 2:26 a.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 3 years
Doctor kit pretend play set
Preschool
A pretend play doctor kit.
$28.49 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 5:55 a.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 3 years
newyoo 5-in-1 tricycle
Preschool
A 5-in-1 tricycle.
Safety Wear a helmet, and ride with an adult nearby. Check the age and weight limits.
$115.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 4:26 p.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 3 years
Tiny Land 110-piece wooden train set
Preschool
A 110-piece wooden train set with tracks.
Safety Contains a small ball: not for children under 3. Use with an adult nearby.
$79.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 11:55 p.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 4 years
JOYIN rock painting kit
Preschool
A rock painting kit.
$18.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 5:11 a.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 4 years
Mattel KerPlunk
Preschool
The KerPlunk game. Check the age on the box.
$17.22 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 5:11 a.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 4 years
Joyooss adjustable wooden art easel
Preschool
An adjustable wooden art easel.
Safety Small parts: not for children under 3.
$109.99 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 7:55 p.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 4 years
KINSPORY 290-piece art set
Preschool
A 290-piece art set.
Safety Check the age label: some pieces are small.
$28.49 Price as of Nov 2, 2026, 4:55 p.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 5 years
LCD writing tablet, 10 inch
Preschool
A 10-inch LCD writing tablet.
$18.99 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 5:41 a.m. MST
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Birthday gifts · 5 years
Mattel UNO card game
Preschool
The UNO card game.
$8.00 Price as of Nov 3, 2026, 7:09 a.m. MST
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