Toys that are created with infants in mind are often learning associated. Bright primary colours and happy music often dominate the must-have toys for this age range. These toys are often quite large; this allows for small hands with developing gross motor skills to be able to pick up and examine the toys with ease.

Toddler toys are smaller in size (although they are still big enough to not create a choking hazard.) Here boys are often introduced to trucks and other toys that are traditionally more for boys. Girls often receive dolls, play kitchens, or other must-have toys of that nature. Other popular toys for toddlers are colouring books and other various art kits.

Electronic toys have certainly become the must-have toy for pre-schoolers and school age kids. From learning laptops to handheld learning devices, there is the genre of toys that arguable comes out on top. There are e-readers designed specifically to help a child learn to read. While on the pricier side, these toys are without a doubt a must-have toy for many children. Electronic toys often have a large selection of game cartridges providing hours of fun.

Building blocks, such as Lego, and dolls, such as Barbie, have been popular with older elementary kids for decades. These items provide hours of fun. Items such as these often come in many styles and variation, ensuring a perfect fit for each child. These items are often less expensive than electronic toys.