Toys & Games
Toys & Games for kids
Looking for ideas about what toys and games to buy for your children or to give as gifts? Read about games and toys recommended by Auckland parents and children.
If your child has a favourite toy or game that you think should be included here, or other Auckland families to know about, then please email us to let us know.
Guide to Roblox Horse Valley Game for Parents & Kids
Horse Valley is a fun Roblox game where your kids get to train their horse, race their horses, dress them up and more. It is a fun game for all kids aged 8 years old plus and teens who like horses.
Add some Sparkle into the school holidays with Sparkle Girlz Dolls from Zuru!
ZURU Sparkle Girlz Super Sparkly Fairy is an adorable toy for girls on the go! The doll is budget friendly, starting at $9 and is the perfect holiday treat or party favour for kids.
Toy library STEM toys make learning fun!
Ellerslie Toy Library has new STEM toys for children to have fun learning through play. Parents can borrow these toys to encourage their child’s critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, organisational skills and teamwork.
Painting Rocks to hide and find in New Zealand
Rock painting and hiding painted rocks for other kids to find is a popular activity to get families and children outside. Plus it helps to brighten someone else’s day when they find the rock.
Finding Forests in Your Pocket
Discover the magical, augmented reality adventure a Forest in my Pocket for children, created as part of the 2020 re-imagined Sunshine Coast’s leading Horizon Festival.
Best wooden toys in New Zealand
Our pick of 8 of the BEST creators of wooden toys made in New Zealand by local businesses for babies, preschoolers and children.
Best Apps and Games for Kids Age 7-12
The BEST games and apps for tablets, iPads and mobiles for kids aged 7 to 12 years old.
JK Rowling launches “Harry Potter At Home” hub for kids and parents in lockdown
Harry Potter author, JK Rowling has launched Harry Potter at Home hub on Wizarding World.com where you will find all of the latest Harry Potter magical treats to keep the kids occupied during lockdown.
Fun FREE lockdown challenge game #WeGotThisNZ for kiwi kids to play on GooseChase app
When Hattie and Joe, my seven year olds heard the news that the April school holidays were starting a couple of weeks ahead of schedule because of Covid-19 they were absolutely
