The spookiest time of the year comes around quickly after the summer has ended, so kids and adults alike are preparing for everyone’s favorite annual fright-fest, Halloween. But it‘s not just older kids that love to dress up and gorge on candy, toddlers want in on the action too. But what do you buy a toddler for Halloween, you ask?
We bring you the best Halloween toys for toddlers on the market today, including everything from squishy eye-popping brains to spooky face paints. We filtered out those frustrating false reviews that try to manipulate your purchases, so our list includes only the toys with the highest recommendations from parents.
If you don’t fancy spending any money but still want to have fun then be sure to get inspired by our list of Halloween activities for toddlers.
1Flippy Brain Squishy Eye-Popping Squeeze Fidget - Best Budget Option
This squeeze toy is designed to look like a brain and when you squeeze it, the eyes bulge out from the ball. It will make the perfect Halloween toy for toddlers. It is made from non-toxic, latex-free material and it is even colored to look like a real brain.
What we love
- Eyes are firmly connected to the ball
- Larger than other balls of its kind, making it safe for toddlers
What We Don't Like That Much
- It can be difficult to clean
2Boo: Peek-a-Flap Board Book - Best Eco-Friendly Option
Toddlers can learn to read with this beautifully illustrated book. It is made from a quality board, which makes it durable. This is helpful because it can withstand the destructive nature some toddlers possess. Inside the book, there are thick flaps that provide different textures and peek-a-boo surprises to keep them entertained.
What we love
- Has 12 chunky flaps designed for small hands
- Helps build vocabulary and fine motor skills
What We Don't Like That Much
- Part of a series but all are sold separately
3Fun Express Halloween Stamps
These stamps can be used for any Halloween-themed party, and they will allow toddlers to choose their favorite Halloween character to sport around on their hand or make different artwork with the simple push of the stamp.
What we love
- Comes with six different stamps in six different colors
- Has enough ink for 24 stamps
What We Don't Like That Much
- Once these stamps are used, they have to be thrown away
4TOP-TOY Flashing LED Gloves
These gloves will allow toddlers to shine and glow any time of the day, which is excellent for Halloween parties and trick-or-treating. The gloves have flashing rainbow LED lights. They are also made from a comfortable lightweight material that stretches.
What we love
- Gloves require 2 batteries each, and they come installed with an extra set
- Material is breathable
What We Don't Like That Much
- A bit difficult to wash
5Pin The Nose On The Pumpkin
This is a fun game that puts a fun Halloween twist to the party game “Pin the Tail on the Donkey”. It substitutes the tail of the donkey with the nose on the Jack-o-lantern. It comes with enough noses for 10 individual toddlers to play the game.
What we love
- Pumpkin has an adorable face
- Comes with everything, including a blindfold
What We Don't Like That Much
- Blindfold is made from cardboard and can be damaged if not careful
6Child Pinocchio Nose
Pinocchio is a fun tale about a wooden boy who has a dream of becoming a real boy, and with this toy nose, any toddler can live that dream and invent their fun costumes for various occasions. It is made from quality materials and is flesh-toned to blend into most complexions.
What we love
- Has a stretch band to fit most toddlers heads
- Fits easily over the nose but has holes to allow breathing
What We Don't Like That Much
- Rest of the Pinocchio outfit is sold separately
7Exquisite Horror Doll
This little doll is designed from squishy material that makes it excellent for toddlers that enjoy squishing things. The doll looks like a stitched up Halloween doll, and it is designed to be enjoyable for both boys and girls.
What we love
- Easily squeezed
- Isn't stuffed with any sort of hazardous material
What We Don't Like That Much
- After a while, the wrinkles remain after being squeezed
8Set of 5 Glow in the Dark Zombie Finger Puppets Halloween Zombies
These finger puppets are designed to look like zombies, and they glow in the dark, which will go excellent with any toddler Halloween costume. Each pack includes five different zombie puppets, but there are 60 different styles.
What we love
- Made from soft rubber material
- Comes with five finger puppets, one for each finger
What We Don't Like That Much
- Each set has a different color scheme that you cannot choose
9JINX Minecraft Skeleton Plush Stuffed Toy
Toddlers will enjoy this soft plush toy designed to look like the Minecraft Skeleton mob from the game. It stands 12 inches tall, and it is designed from soft polyester fibers that are gentle to toddlers’ skin.
What we love
- An authentic toy licensed by Minecraft
- Provides a cuddle plush to carry around
What We Don't Like That Much
- The polyester material can be difficult to wash
10Trick or Treat: Halloween Interactive Children's Sound Book
This is a board book that is littered with eye-catching illustrations, and it is a part of the Early Bird Sound Books collection. It comes with a handle, which makes it easy for toddlers to grip with their hands and take with them anywhere and 12 pages that are easy to grab and turn.
What we love
- Part of a series of cardboard books
- Illustrations are bright and colorful
What We Don't Like That Much
- It can only be purchased in cardboard form
11Feisty Pets Glenda Glitterpoop the Unicorn
This plush can go from an adorable character into a feisty Halloween version with sharp fangs. The plush is 8.5 inches tall, and she transforms with a quick squeeze to its ears, making her a formidable toy.
What we love
- Made from quality polyester fiber
- Soft and cuddly
What We Don't Like That Much
- Can only be surface washed
12Remote Control Spider
This is an 8-inch spider that is designed to look realistic. It comes with a remote control that even a toddler can use. It can make the spider go left, right, forwards, and backward. It is lightweight and easy to carry indoors and outdoors.
What we love
- Looks realistic
- Can crawl on most surfaces
What We Don't Like That Much
- Can’t control the spider’s volume
13Halloween Character Fun Coloring Activity Books
Coloring activity books can help toddlers to expand their artistic skills and develop fine motor skills. This set comes with 24 coloring books that are all Halloween themed to provide toddlers the chance to cultivate spooky creativity.
What we love
- Each coloring book has 12 coloring pages
- Each book can be used individually
What We Don't Like That Much
- Only comes with the coloring books but no coloring pens
14Halloween Temporary Tattoos for Kids
Temporary tattoos allow toddlers to express themselves, and these tattoos will let them pick and choose from some of their favorite Halloween characters and things from the holiday. The pack comes with 144 tattoos with an assortment of Halloween-themed tattoos in the set.
What we love
- Toddlers can pick between six different temporary tattoos
- Easy to use
What We Don't Like That Much
- Can be a bit difficult to remove entirely
15Face Paint Kit for Kids
It isn’t Halloween without face paint and with this face paint kit, your toddler can pick and choose from a variety of Halloween designs. This kit comes with face paint, glitter, hair chalks, and gems.
What we love
- Comes with everything needed for an awesome face paint design
- Easy to clean up and remove
What We Don't Like That Much
- Uses water-based paint which may easily wash away with sweat