The 18 Best Toys for 10-Month-Olds

This friendly DJ yak is a bright learning toy featuring 26 light-up letter buttons that invite baby to press, point and engage in purposeful hand play. Each button triggers songs, sounds and phrases that teach letters and cause-and-effect while keeping little hands busy. The “songs are cute, catchy and educational,” shares Nicole S., mom of a 10-month-old. “There’s a big variety, too, so they don’t get tired as quickly. And my son loves them. He climbs to stand next to the shelf they’re on so he can start them and watch or play.” A clacker bead bar and light-up microphone also add extra fine-motor fun and sensory feedback, turning developing coordination into playful discovery.

Age range: 9+ months | Batteries required: Y

The 2025 My Plush Hess Truck Farm Tractor delivers three farm-themed songs (“Old MacDonald,” “The Farmer in the Dell,” and a Hess original) and squeeze-activated lights for cause-and-effect play. When it’s time to wind down, caregivers can switch to silent lights-only mode or the gentle night-light mode for soothing bedtime comfort.

Made from ultra-soft, huggable fabric and designed for all-ages safety, it’s also suitable from birth. As mom Nicole shares: “We always got Hess trucks growing up, and this year my parents got my new baby a plush Hess school bus. It's a favorite of his—he really started loving it around 6 months old. It sings 3 or 4 songs and lights up. They release a new one every year, and I have a feeling grandma and grandpa will be keeping up with this yearly!” With its bright orange design, 2025 license plate and gift tag, this plush tractor is both a cozy companion and adorable keepsake.

Age range: 0+ months | Batteries required: Y

Sarno is a fan of this board book for infants because of its many textures. Baby can touch and feel different sea creatures on every page, encouraging them to have new tactile and visual sensory experiences simply by turning the pages. “I have to admit—these touch-and-feel books are fun for adults, too,” shares Elizabeth Narins, mom of two and contributing writer for The Bump. “It’s impossible not to reach for the sea turtle’s shell on the cover, or one of the other silicone elements throughout the book.”

My boys have a collection of these touch-and-feel books, too, and they were among their favorites around this age. We love that each page lists a fun fact. While they might skew a little above the average infant, it’s never too early to start absorbing knowledge, and these tidbits definitely help keep things interesting for grown-up readers, too.

Age range: 0+ months | Batteries required: N

With a sturdy four-wheel base, this lion-themed walker from Fisher-Price gives your 10-month-old stable support as their legs gain strength and confidence. The adorable musical walker is built for babies taking those first wobbly steps as they begin standing more and bearing weight on those cute little legs. We love the eight different activity zones (piano keys, peek-a-boo mirror, clacker beads and spinning dial) that keep little hands busy while encouraging upright movement. As your baby pushes, lights and music reward each step and motivate forward motion. Rosebean from The Bump forum says, "We have the Fisher-Price lion. He loves it. He's pulling himself up onto more stationary things right now, but he will use his lion to pull up onto his knees while he focuses on keeping the wheels from rolling it away from him."

Age range: 6+ months | Batteries required: Y

The VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker gives infants on the move the support they need to activate those major muscle groups and (finally!) put one foot in front of the other. The battery-powered activity board snaps neatly into place to roll on into the next gross motor milestone, while the detachable panel entertains floor-bound babies, too. And there’s plenty to engage them between the light-up piano keys, old-school telephone receiver and shape sorter (to name a few). But it’s not the activity center that sets this push toy apart; it’s the adjustable, two-speed control switch that provides just enough rear wheel resistance to keep the youngest pushers from literally getting carried away. Both my boys used this walker from VTech, and it was perfect for them at the ten-month mark as they developed gross motor skills. I also loved how the legs could be folded for easy storage.

Age range: 9+ months | Batteries required: Y

The Cleveland Clinic tells us separation anxiety is completely “a normal developmental stage that typically begins at age 6 to 12 months and goes away by around age 3.” So what better way to comfort your 10-month-old than with a plush, snuggly stuffed animal? This classic stuffy fits the bill thanks to its incredibly soft fur, a bean fill to create a bit of heft and a 13-inch size that’s perfect for a full-body cuddle. It’s great for everything from games of pretend to soothing snuggles. As mom of one Sandra* tells us: “It’s safe, soft, and comforts her.” Sonic-welded plastic eyes that can’t be chewed off mean this toy brings parents comfort, too. This toy also comes in a nine-inch version, which may be more manageable for little ones. A little plus note? Sandra notes that their Marshmallow Zoo Lamb has proven to be quite the companion for helping baby “work on caring for others.”

Age range: 0+ months | Batteries required: N

Let your little one dive into tactile exploration with this wooden stacking bunny toy designed to build dexterity and focus. With three textured, brightly colored rings and an adorable plush bunny topper, it invites small hands to grasp, stack, unstack and explore. Each ring offers a distinct sensory experience: a soft corduroy ring, a jingling rattle ring and a wooden petal ring that can be flipped, making every interaction an opportunity to develop fine motor skills. The toy doesn’t stop at tactile stimulation either. Pull the string bunny tail, and a satisfying clicking sound emerges as it retracts, giving baby a little nourishing auditory stimulation. Add to that its vibrant patterns and thoughtful textures in adorable, floppy bunny form, and this ring stacker is one to rely on for keeping baby nicely engaged.

Age range: 10+ months | Batteries required: N

“One of the few new toys I got specifically for my second child, this fidget toy always seems to find its way into my own hands during playtime—it’s just that captivating,” says Elizabeth. Designed for sensory exploration, each of the five colorful bubbles offers a different size and resistance, inviting babies to press, pop and repeat as they discover new textures and sounds. The gentle popping sensation stimulates touch and hearing, helping little ones learn about cause and effect while calming their busy hands. At just 5.5 inches long, it’s easy to toss into a diaper bag or keep handy in the car for on-the-go play. Made from durable plastic and 100% food-grade silicone, it’s safe for mouthing and built to last through endless popping sessions.

Age range: 6+ months | Batteries required: N

Any parent knows that children very quickly take an interest in your phone. This friendly unicorn phone is made just for them, with an easy-to-grip rainbow handle and of course, no screen. The gift will launch your little one into independent play thanks to four jumbo buttons they can press without a parent’s help. The nose can also be pushed to light up the unicorn’s horn.

In play mode, the phone plays six sounds and melodies including a ring tone and “hello!”—just enough to keep 10-month-olds content for a bit. Your only job is to stand by with your own phone ready to record, since there’s nothing cuter than eavesdropping on a 10-month-old’s pretend phone conversation.

Age range: 6+ months | Batteries required: Y

These food-grade, BPA-, PVC- and latex-free silicone teethers are as practical as they are aesthetic. The 5-pack includes vibrant fruit shapes like pineapple, strawberry, orange and grapes, each with its own unique texture to hit the spot during tough teething phases. Sprinkle one or two in your diaper bag, and pop the rest in the freezer to bring relief the next time baby shows signs of teething, like drooling, fussing, fever or swollen, red gums. The baby-palm-sized grip makes each teether extra manageable—all the better to soothe discomfort as cute but painful little teeth appear one by one.

Age range: 6+ months | Batteries required: N

Peek-a-boo is a game any 10-month-old can get on board with, and one many experts recommend for developing object permanence and promoting connection. And this plush, animated bunny delivers an enthusiastic performance, with moving ears that droop to cover up its eyes during play. Flora also sings, flapping her ears to the rhythm with a touch of its fur or a hug, keeping baby equally animated and engaged. Adjustable audio makes this toy beloved by parents—just hold either foot for a few seconds to bring the volume down. When it comes to amassing a robust collection of stuffies for your little one, the limit does not exist with Flora!

Age range: 6+ months | Batteries required: Y

This cuddly critter is a far cry from the bugs you’d prefer your 10-month-old not to play with. The VTech Snug-a-Bug is a top pick for cognitive development, engaging growing minds from day to night. During the day, baby can press the color-changing star or patterned legs to trigger songs, phrases and playful learning prompts. When bedtime rolls around, sleepytime mode kicks in with five-minute lullabies and soothing sounds, with more than 50 total playback options to help little ones wind down. The varied fabrics, colors and textures encourage sensory exploration and tactile play, while the hidden battery pack keeps controls safely in parents’ hands.

Age range: 3+ months | Batteries required: Y

This mini-bakery is a sweet little put-and-take activity set for babies entering the “where did it go?” phase. The hinged door and rooftop opening let little ones drop in the soft, squeezable sweets and then pull them out, building object permanence and motor control while they do. With its two different entry points, your baby can experiment with “in and out” play in multiple ways, making this a versatile hit for little learners. Because it’s battery-free and entirely manual, the focus stays squarely on hands-on play: grabbing, releasing, noticing. Highlighted by the manufacturer as a way to “learn object permanence, and create endless storytelling adventures,” this set is ideal when your baby is ready to move beyond simple grasping and start understanding how objects move, disappear, and reappear.

Age range: 0+ months | Batteries required: N