Retail Stores @ 118 Maling Rd Canterbury (Near Canterbury Train Station) Open Monday-Saturday 9:30am-5pm Call 130 000 3126 | Chadstone Shopping Centre (near Baby Bunting )
Retail Stores @ 118 Maling Rd Canterbury (Near Canterbury Train Station) Open Monday-Saturday 9:30am-5pm Call 130 000 3126 | Chadstone Shopping Centre (near Baby Bunting )
At My Playroom, we believe in thoughtful, intentional play. For babies and toddlers, that often begins with simple actions: reaching for something, turning it over, fitting one piece into another or moving it across the floor. The right toy should suit what the child is ready to explore now, with the manufacturer’s age guidance, product size and included pieces helping to narrow the choice.
Our approach is also informed by the five EYLF learning outcomes: Identity, Community, Wellbeing, Learning and Communication. We do not expect one toy to address every outcome. Instead, we consider the kind of experience it can become part of, from self-directed exploration and shared play to movement, problem-solving and early communication.
A toy does not need lots of features to invite meaningful play. For a baby, the interest may be in holding, touching or moving one part. Later, stacking, posting, matching, carrying and building offer new possibilities without making the experience unnecessarily complicated.
This is why we prefer to look beyond labels such as “learning” or “interactive” and consider what a child can actually do with the toy. Turning a piece, balancing a block or repeating a simple cause-and-effect action gives a much clearer picture of the play involved and how it may connect with an EYLF learning outcome. Familiar actions can also make a new toy feel easier to approach.
The manufacturer’s recommended age is the first filter. Among toys that are suitable for that age, the child’s current interests and abilities can guide the final choice. Two products carrying the same age recommendation may invite very different actions or require different levels of adult involvement.
Practical details matter too. A multi-piece set offers more combinations but needs more storage and takes longer to pack away. Size and weight affect where a toy can be used or carried, while care and setup requirements vary from one product to another. These details are worth reviewing on the individual product page before buying.
My Playroom brings together open-ended toys, learning resources and more guided activity toys because families may be choosing for different kinds of play. Some products invite grasping and moving parts, others involve stacking or fitting pieces, and some add sound, texture or whole-body movement.
For play centred on texture, sound or visual contrast, our baby sensory toys make those features easier to consider in detail. If material, weight and tactile feel are the main priorities, the wooden baby toys collection offers a more focused place to review individual materials and care instructions.
Movement toys bring space into the decision. Walkers, push-along toys and ride-ons need a clear area to move through and somewhere convenient to keep them afterwards. Smaller grasping, stacking and posting toys generally fit more easily into compact play areas or a bag for time away from home.
When the toy is a gift, knowing the child’s age is helpful, but the family’s space and routine matter as well. A compact toy can be easier to store or take along on an outing, while a larger set or movement toy is more practical when there is room to use and put it away.
The number of pieces and the kind of adult involvement expected can also change how a gift fits into everyday life. For choices arranged around the first year and a gifting occasion, browse baby gifts for 0–12 months, then confirm the recommended age, inclusions and specifications on the product page. If you would like to compare ideas in person, our Melbourne store team can help you work through the age, play style and practical details.
Meet Berno, the lovable Goldendoodle from Steiff’s Soft Cuddly Friends collection. With his fluffy fur, gentle expression, and floppy ears,...
View full detailsEnhance your little one’s early development with this organic fabric activity cube! Lightweight and easy to hold, it features six engaging sides, ...
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View full detailsDiscover the Perfect Blend of Storage and Style with Our 4-Tier Bookshelf with Drawers Maximize your storage space with our sleek 4-Tier Bookshelf ...
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View full detailsISBN: 9780241382516 A lively and interactive lift-the-flap series introducing children to a diverse range of jobs and daily routines.Help the busy ...
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View full detailsA6, full-color front, blank greeting card, recycled paper, vegetable inks, 100% recycled kraft envelope, clear bag.
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View full detailsPerfect for practicing fine motor skills, coordination, and learning to reach with both hands at once. The Totli Rainbow Spinning Drum turns 360 ...
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View full detailsSensory development is vital for coordination and self awareness for babies and toddlers and the Janod Shapes and Sounds Blocks assists in those ne...
View full detailsWatch the young ones drift off to la la land with this Sleeping Moon nursery cot (crib) mobile. Great addition to any gender-neutral nursery room o...
View full detailsGrimm's Pastel Duo 12m+ NEW 2024 The Pastel Duo provides beautiful building material - and everything in duplicate: two different basic geometric ...
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View full detailsWe've tried to find the perfect set of starter stainless steel cutlery for kids - these are the right size, weight and shape for little hands! In...
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View full detailsGive your child the best possible start with the original Montessori-inspired box that provides years of play. Explore object permanence, play peek...
View full detailsGrimm’s Wooden Threading Game. Small threading game with large discs and with wooden needle for small hands. The small children will find the hole...
View full detailsThese Wooden Shelves are beautifully designed to invite children to choose among the materials you present for their learning and play. Perfect for...
View full detailsThese large wooden numbers make great building elements and of course are a beautiful tactile addition to the Grimm’s counting and math sets. There...
View full detailsRattle or teething ring with six rainbow coloured wooden discs. The wood used from the alder tree is very special and gives unique structure to eac...
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View full detailsHedgehog for grasping or for use as a teething ring. The Hedgehog Grasper is also ideal for combining with a play silk: small children will delight...
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