At age 4 children are asserting their independence (or at least trying to!). It's a world of fun for boys with wooden cars, dress ups, introductory role play, puppets and early learning games all being suitable choices. Our top 10 suggestions are below (in no particular order).  

Automoblox cars

Automoblox are quite simply the best quality wooden car toys on the market. They are safe, durable, beautifully crafted pieces to play with and treasure. Each Automoblox car is a fun construction challenge as all parts of the car can be taken apart and put back together. They also inspire creativity in children as they can visualise and create their own designs by interchanging parts across the different car designs.

Djeco - Geoform magnetic puzzle

Djeco Geoform boxed magnetic puzzle is a great travel item for children on the move. It consists of 42 geometric pieces that are magnetised and 24 puzzle cards. Children create the puzzle picture using the shapes. It all packs away nicely into a wooden travelling case. Will keep children entertained nicely in a plane or car.

Dress ups - Dragon cape

Your beloved child can dream up a world of adventures in this dress up dragon cape. The colours are exquisitely rich and it features a green hooded cape shot through with black highlights, and long tail with yellow scales trailing down. Very popular in our retail store and a nice birthday gift for a four year old.

Hape - Bamboo game series

The Bamboo collection from HaPe is the world's first collection of bamboo toys. Bamboo has great ‘green' credentials due to its sustainability - it grows back completely in a mere three years. Bamboo also combines lightness with stability and is flexible but very strong.  The bamboo has a wonderful tactile feel and is enhanced with bright water based paint. The Bamboo collection is a series of educational games for 2-4 players and is suitable for children from the age of 4 years. The games are perfect for family interaction, and most are completed within 10-15 minutes.  

Plan Toys - Pirate ship

Peter Pan lives forever to fight Captain Hook and the pirates! As your child boards this Plan Toys pirate ship they will discover a world of pirate adventure - cannon, barrels, anchor, treasure chests, flags, sails, a small boat, pirate crew, the captain and a raft. The ship has a gangway at the back that can be opened to move cargo into the storage room. It also serves as a jail for prisoners. Pull up the anchor and set sail for an adventure on the high seas.

Anamalz

Anamalz are the original and award winning animal range made from organic maple wood and textile products. Designed in Australia, Anamalz are brought to life with imagination and creativity. Anamalz have unique characteristics that make them warm and appealing. Each piece has its own wood grain and individual markings. They are a unique gift, a storyteller, a toy and a companion.  

Fagus - Mini wooden vehicles

These Fagus mini wooden vehicles are lots of fun for little people. They have been especially designed for younger children as they are round and knobbly and suitable for smaller hands. The rubber coating on the wooden wheels means unrestricted play without damaging your furniture or floor. These are special toys with a special story - handmade by artisans in a workshop for the disabled in Germany.  

Dobbin and Drum Teepee

Dobbin and Drum teepees are self-supporting and can be assembled in minutes. To pack away, simply fold it like an umbrella. Made of 100% cotton drill with Australian hardwood dowel uprights and 'spreaders' to give stability. Velcro tabs to easily open or close door; and a bell at the top of the door (to let kids know when they have visitors!) Height is 160cm and base diameter is 140cm.

Baufix wooden construction set

Baufix is a range of high-quality wooden construction sets made in Germany. These versatile sets offer creative fun for little engineers as they learn step by step how to build working models or simply create different forms using their imagination. Baufix helps to develop fine motor skills, logical thinking, creativity, and hand-eye coordination.

Squids kids sunglasses

Australian designed Squids sunglasses are splashing good fun! They provide 100% UV protection and comply with Australian standards. They have a lightweight flexible frame that stays firmly wrapped around small faces to keep eyes protected. Featuring EVA foam inserts, Squids float in water, so they are perfect for the beach or pool. The lenses are made from shatterproof polycarbonate and have a hydrophobic coating to repel water. Choose from a variety of cool colours with matching case.