Toy Awards 2024 / 5 November 2024

Best Toy Design 0-2 yrs | Junior Design Awards 2024

When it comes it those all important first toys for children these are the ones that we recommend for 0-2 year olds - as do our esteemed panel of JDA judges!

Winner:GOLD Best Toy Design 0-2 yrs

Who:ooh noo

What:Bath Duckie

Why:

These charming and deceptively simple rubber duckies were very popular with our judges who loved their gentle, calming colours and attractive, clean design. Made with non-toxic, high quality rubber, they are safe, durable and easy to hold, making them the perfect bath toy for developing your child’s motor skills and sensory exploration. Bath time never looked so chic and fun!

“So pleasing to look at and hold. A lovely addition to bath time.”

Bonita Turner, Editor of Junior, @juniormagazineonline

“These are adorable ducks - simple and modern!”

Jennifer Cattaui, founder of Babesta, New York @babesta

“How to make a bath duckie the most wanted bath toy. Bravo!”

Jonathan Kirkby, founder of Instinct PR, @instinctpr

Winner:SILVER Best Toy Design 0-2 yrs

Who:Micro Scooters

What:Micro 2 in 1 Air Hopper

Why:

This is an extremely cute space hopper with a unique ergonomic design that can be inflated to varying degrees, depending on the size of your child, and then deflated for easy transportation and storage. It also becomes a ride-on toy by simply placing it on its chassis, so you can bounce or ride, making it twice the fun and perfect for indoor and outdoor play. With a choice of 3 gorgeous colours and quiet, non-marking wheels, which rotate 360 degrees, this unique hopper is suitable from 18 months right up until 5 years.

“ Love this versatile design and the colour choices are just gorgeous”

Bonita Turner, Editor of Junior, @juniormagazineonline

“Super cute kid-friendly design. Love how different uses and transport is thought out. Love how you can use the wheels or the bouncing with this adorable toy!”

Jennifer Cattaui, founder of Babesta, New York @babesta

Such a gorgeous toy that will really appeal to young kids. Love the friendly cartoon-esque shape and the way you can bounce or wheel about.

Eleonore Crompton, Deputy Editor, Junior, @juniormagazineonline

Winner:JOINT BRONZE Best Toy Design 0-2 yrs

Who:Jolly Designs GmbH

What:Travel Buddies

Why:

These imaginative, handcrafted and portable toys combine play with learning for your little ones. Each one of the Travel Buddies is a beautifully detailed and crafted little world for your child to become absorbed in. Made with colourful, appealing and eco- friendly materials they encourage creative play whilst developing fine motor and cognitive skills. With 8 different designs all made to the highest standards, it was difficult for our judges to pick a favourite.

“ Really appealing, brightly coloured designs, sure to stimulate and entertain your little one on journeys. What a good idea!”

Bonita Turner, Editor of Junior, @juniormagazineonline

“Lots of detail, bright colours and great for travel”

Jennifer Cattaui, founder of Babesta, New York @babesta

Winner:JOINT BRONZE Best Toy Design 0-2 yrs

Who:Pip and Posy Talking Plush by Bandai

What:Talking Pip Plush / Talking Posy Plush

Why:

These adorable, plush characters inspired by the much loved TV series Pip and Posy, are 35cm tall and are made from the softest, high quality velboa, making them extremely huggable. Our judges were impressed by the level of detail and how perfectly this matched the characters in the show, down to their outfits and the super cute miniature soft toy that each plush carries. There are 10 different sounds and a clip of the theme song which are activated when you press on their tummies, a feature that was thoroughly tested!

“Soft, well made and charming plush characters in lovely, vivid colours. How can you not fall in love with them?

Bonita Turner, Editor of Junior, @juniormagazineonline

“Loveable characters, sweet in design.”

Jennifer Cattaui, founder of Babesta, New York @babesta

I’m not usually a fan of TV character cuddlies but these are really gorgeous!

Eleonore Crompton, Deputy Editor, Junior, @juniormagazineonline