{"id":19913,"date":"2015-11-10T19:37:41","date_gmt":"2015-11-11T01:37:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fractuslearning.com\/?p=19913"},"modified":"2019-07-14T19:46:25","modified_gmt":"2019-07-15T00:46:25","slug":"best-dinosaur-toys","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fractuslearning.com\/best-dinosaur-toys\/","title":{"rendered":"13 of the Best Dinosaur Toys for Prehistoric Play and Learning"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are only a handful of toys who\u00a0still adorn the shelf in my childhood bedroom. With each visit home\u00a0fewer and fewer of my favorite toys manage\u00a0to\u00a0make the nostalgic cut. There is one little guy who has stood the test of time though. A small plastic\u00a0Triceratops who I picked up at the museum many many years ago. The last remaining member of my now extinct collection of dinosaur toys.<\/p>\n

While I can’t trace my childhood fixation on dinosaurs to any specific event, I am both amazed and delighted when I see today’s children playing with toy dinosaurs. Children who have grown\u00a0up in\u00a0a much more crowded\u00a0toy space than I ever did. Children who choose to transport themselves back to prehistoric times over being drawn into the addictive glow of a tablet. Children who are lucky enough to immerse themselves\u00a0in the wonder and imagination that dinosaur toys can create. Here are some of the best!<\/p>\n

We also have a review of the best robot dinosaurs for kids<\/a> – check it out!<\/p>\n

Best Dinosaur Toys for Play and Learning<\/h2>\n

1. Schleich Dinosaur\u00a0Figurines<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"Best<\/a><\/p>\n

When it comes to dinosaur figurines there is one brand that towers (like the\u00a0enormous\u00a0Brachiosaurus) above the rest. Schleich<\/strong> have\u00a0been making figurines and toys<\/a> since the 1950’s and their incredible collection of detailed, hand painted and rugged\u00a0prehistoric animals\u00a0are as much works of art as they are the best dinosaur toys available. For display, for play and for creating amazingly lifelike prehistoric worlds, this incredible selection of historically accurate reptiles cannot be beat!<\/p>\n

2. The\u00a0Evolution Board Game<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"The<\/a><\/p>\n

What started as a wildly successful KickStarter campaign<\/a>, the Evolution board game<\/a> has gone on to become a runaway success of ‘tyrannic’ proportions. With stunning original artwork and addictive gameplay, Evolution is a 60 minute board game for 2-6 players aged 10 years and above. Children will learn about the science of\u00a0evolution as players adapt their species in a dynamic ecosystem where food is scarce and predators lurk.\u00a0The perfect way to turn your child’s love of dinosaurs into great value family fun.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Smithsonian Diggin’ Up Dinosaurs T-Rex<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"Smithsonian<\/a><\/p>\n

While we may not have prehistoric creatures with us today, it does not mean your kids cannot\u00a0start looking for the telltale signs that these incredible creatures once roamed the Earth. The\u00a0Diggin’ Up Dinosaurs<\/a>\u00a0excavation kit from the Smithsonian Institute<\/strong>\u00a0lets your children start exploring the fascinating science of archeology. Using the provided tools and equipment, this ready-packed Tyrannosaur is just waiting to be dug up, brushed off and reassembled,\u00a0just like a real paleontologist.<\/p>\n

4. ZipBin Dinosaur Collector Toy Box and Playset<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"ZipBin<\/a>This one is probably going to be just as exciting for parents and teachers as it is for kids. The\u00a0ZipBin Toy Box<\/a>\u00a0is a neat and innovative\u00a0dinosaur-themed container\u00a0for storing\u00a0all of those wonderful dinosaur toys. A fun way to keep playspaces tidy, the ZipBin also zips down to form\u00a0an exotic backdrop for all of those exciting dino-adventures.<\/p>\n

5. Dinosaur Busy Bag<\/a><\/h3>\n

<\/a>Busy Bags are the perfect\u00a0travel activities for children; they are educational kits specifically designed to keep your toddler entertained and learning while building independence. This kit includes 15 dinosaur toys and matching cards, all contained in a clear durable zip bag. Clear instructions are included to ensure your child gets the most out of this kit, learning about dinosaurs and developing their fine motor skills. This fun little exercise\u00a0is suitable for children aged 3\u20135 years.<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0National Geographic First Big Book of Dinosaurs<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"National<\/a><\/p>\n

The\u00a0Big Book of Dinosaurs<\/a>\u00a0is the perfect companion for kids who are dino-obsessed! Packed\u00a0with stunning illustrations and fun facts,\u00a0each dinosaur comes with a full page color picture, a brief description, and an information chart showing its size, eating habits, and period in which it lived. Interactivities are included in every chapter and parents and teachers will love the\u00a0tips to help carry readers\u2019 learning\u00a0beyond the page.<\/p>\n

7.\u00a0Zoomer Dino Indominus Rex (Jurassic World)<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"Zoomer<\/a><\/p>\n

Yep, that’s right,\u00a0Indominus Rex<\/a> is the big snappy dinosaur\u00a0from the Jurassic World movie. One of the most advanced dinosaur toys on the list, this Zoomer Dino is an incredibly lifelike and interactive creature.\u00a0Controlled by remote<\/strong>\u00a0or let loose on its own, this robotic dino uses\u00a0True Balance Technology to stand upright, can hunt, patrol and explore its surroundings, can detect hand movements and also be programmed to\u00a0record and guide movements.<\/p>\n

8.\u00a0Animal Planet Grow Eggs<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"Animal<\/a><\/p>\n

Animal Planet\u00a0Grow Eggs<\/a>\u00a0can hatch into all sorts of fascinating critters and creatures. These dinosaur eggs are\u00a0simply placed into a glass or bowl of\u00a0water and within 24 hours they will start to crack.\u00a0In\u00a036-48 hours your little dinosaur\u00a0will start to hatch\u00a0and can be\u00a0rinsed off and played with, or put\u00a0back in\u00a0clean water to\u00a0watch grow daily. Over the course of a few days these tiny little dinos will grow 5 to 10 times their original\u00a0size.<\/p>\n

9.\u00a0The Good Dinosaur Little Golden Book<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"The<\/a><\/p>\n

A picture book of the Disney and Pixar film, The Good Dinosaur Little Golden Book<\/a>\u00a0is a cute and beautifully illustrated story\u00a0for younger children. Perhaps the spark to ignite a larger flame of prehistoric learning or just fun and familiar reading before bed, this little book is a delightfully cheap and cheerful companion\u00a0for any young dino-lover.<\/p>\n

10.\u00a0VTech Switch &\u00a0Go Dinos<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"VTech<\/a><\/p>\n

What do you get if\u00a0you cross model cars with dinosaur toys? Well, you will probably get the ultimate young boys dream toy, but\u00a0you will also\u00a0get the VTech Switch & Go Dinos<\/a>. This two in one dinosaur toy transforms from dino to car in just a few quick moves. With an LCD screen playing\u00a0animations as well as over 50 sound effects and audio dino-facts, these crazy dinosaur toys come in\u00a0T-Rex<\/a>, Triceratops<\/a> and Stegosaurus<\/a>.<\/p>\n

11.\u00a0Jurassic Dinosaurs Inflatable\u00a0Triceratops<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"Jurassic<\/a><\/p>\n

If I could choose any item on this dinosaur toys list, this would be it! Whether you want to create an incredible jurassic classroom experience, decorate for a prehistoric\u00a0themed party or give your dinosaur-loving kids a fun bedroom friend, these inflatable dinosaurs<\/a> are an incredibly lifelike and well\u00a0priced blow-up bargain.<\/p>\n

12. Wooden Dinosaur Teether<\/a><\/h3>\n

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These Dino Teethers<\/a> are a really great natural item! Made of hard maple, these chew toys won’t splinter and are naturally anti-bacterial, as well as being finished in an organic coconut oil and beeswax finish, which is soothing for painful gums. Amazingly, wood retains cold, so if you pop the teether in the fridge or freezer it becomes extra soothing to chew on! Along with the teether, there\u2019s a choice of three dinosaur-themed clips so you can attach it to a stroller, car seat or your baby! You can also have the teether personalized for free, you just need to let the seller know when ordering.<\/p>\n

13. Gund Corduroy Stuffed Dinosaurs<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"Gund<\/a><\/p>\n

Saving the cutest for last, these\u00a0Corduroy Stuffed Dinosaurs<\/a>\u00a0from the famous soft toy company Gund, are most certainly the cuddliest creatures\u00a0when it comes to dinosaur toys. With ‘Tristen the T-Rex’, ‘Bret the Brontosaurus’, ‘Trevor the Triceratops’ and ‘Steggy the Stegosaurus’ there is a prehistoric pal for every dozy dino-lover.<\/p>\n

BONUS ITEM! Dinosaur Egg Soap<\/a><\/h3>\n

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These little gems will make washing up so much fun! Who knows what kind of dinosaur is going to break out of these ‘eggs’? These goats milk soaps<\/a> are roughly the size of a regular chicken egg and are handmade. They’re so entertaining and surprising you won’t have any trouble getting mucky hands clean as kids can play with the toys once the dinosaur inside has been washed clean or ‘hatched’ from its shell!<\/p>\n

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Any favorite dinosaur toys that you’re kids are having fun and learning with? Let us know your recommendations in the comments below!<\/p>\n

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Feature image courtesy of Flickr,\u00a0final gather<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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