The 11 Best Toys For 9-Month-Olds, According to Pediatricians and Parents

Manhattan Toy Camp Acorn Canoe Buddies ($21, originally $29)

These soft stuffed animals offer more than something to cuddle. Little ones can put the woodland ones into the canoe to experiment with cause and effect and develop motor skills. As your little one grows, the owl, raccoon, and fox make perfect companions for early pretend play.

"I expected this to be slightly larger than it is but am actually quite happy with the size," one Amazon shopper writes. "[It's] perfect for little hands, and the quality seems to be pretty amazing as well."