The Best Animal Toys for Four-Year-Olds According to Our Mini Experts

When it comes to choosing the best animal toys for four-year-olds, who better to consult than the little ones themselves? Our mini experts, bursting with imagination and energy, have tested a variety of animal toys to bring you their top picks.

At this age, children are brimming with curiosity and a desire to explore, making animal toys an excellent choice for stimulating their minds and enhancing their creativity.

From soft toys that teach nurturing skills to realistic animal figurines that spark imaginative play, our list covers a wide range of options to keep your child happy and entertained.

Playing with farm figures benefits four-year-olds by boosting creativity, cognitive skills, and fine motor development while teaching about animals and farm life.

Popular brands like Papo, Schleich, and Mojo are well known for their high quality and realistic designs. These durable toys are timeless, perfect for being handed down through generations, providing years of joy and pretend play for children.

Our favourites for our children include:

We adore the timeless charm of animal figures and the endless possibilities for play!

Animal playsets are brilliant for their excellent value. These sets typically include a variety of animals and accessories, providing an all-in-one gift that is both comprehensive and cost-effective.

Instead of purchasing individual animal figures, which can add up quickly, sets offer a bundled option that gives children a great selection of toys to play with right out of the box.

Brands like Papo, Schleich, and Kids Globe offer high-quality sets that can be cherished for years.

Our own children especially loved:

• Julia recommends the Britains Animal Selection Value Pack — "a brilliant starter set for any four year old featuring lifelike figures of popular farm animals such as sheep, cows and pigs" she says.
• "My 4-year-old grandson, who loves anything to do with cows, adored this set of 12 Black & White Cows from Kids Globe. They are really well made, come in a variety of poses, and provide great value for years of play," explains Lynn, our brilliant Warehouse Manager (they are also easy to pack!).
• Papo Mini Plus Farm tube offers a great choice of small animal figures, the smallest in our range. These figures are stable, unlike cheaper versions that topple over easily. They are also highly portable, thanks to the convenient tube, making them perfect for taking on holiday!

As children grow and their interests expand, additional figures can be added to sets over time.

Cuddly farm animal toys are more than just toys; they are beloved companions and bedtime comforters for children. These plush animals provide comfort and security, making them perfect for snuggling during playtime and at bedtime.

They make fantastic gifts that will be cherished for years, creating lasting memories and a sense of companionship for any child.

My daughter still sleeps with "Lita," which she has had pretty much had since birth! Steiff Soft Cuddly Friends Lita Lamb has been on every holiday and even had to be posted back to us after extending her stay in Pembrokeshire one year!

Julia says, "We recently started stocking LeMieux Toy Ponies and gifted one to my niece, who hasn't put it Dazzle down since. Photos don't do it justice—they are so cute! Best of all, you can buy a variety of LeMieux accessories like a pony rug and grooming kit to really bring it to life.”

Soft toys will always be popular, and a well-chosen, high-quality one will be loved forever.

At Farm Toys, we often invite children to play with our toys. We like to see what works together and how they enjoy playing so that we get a real understanding of what little farmers really want.

So here you have it—don't just take our word for it. Below is a list of the top four animal toys according to our testers.

From soft toys that teach nurturing skills to realistic animal figurines that spark imaginative play, this blog has covered a wide range of options to keep your child happy and entertained.

Parents can find everything they need in one place at Farm Toys Online, including complete collections of farm animals from top brands. 

Enjoy the timeless charm and endless possibilities for play with our selection of high-quality farm animal toys.