Play Guides & Activities

Your Guide to Garden-Themed Toys, Books & Activities

The Playful Peacock

Got a kiddo who loves to dig in the dirt, hunt for bugs, or water the flowers with serious toddler intensity? We see you, garden mama. Whether your little one is a budding botanist or just loves mud between their toes, we’ve rounded up the sweetest garden-themed toys and books that celebrate nature, growth, and play.

From felt veggies and storybook blooms to insect puppets and Waldorf-inspired silhouettes, these finds from The Playful Peacock are perfect for little garden lovers aged 2-6. Let’s dig in!

🌿 For the Budding Gardener

Give your little one the tools to pretend, plant, and play. Our Felt Garden Planter Box Play Set is a customer favourite for good reason—complete with soil, sprouts, and pockets for imaginative planting. Pair it with a felt Radish, Carrot, and Tomato for a bounty they can "harvest" again and again.

📚 Storytime in Bloom

Snuggle up with three beautifully illustrated favourites:

🐝 Wings in the Garden

Bring bugs to life with our finger puppets from Folkmanis:

Perfect for storytelling, bug hunts, or buzzing through flower beds, these sweet puppets invite curious hands into nature-inspired play.

💚 Seasonal Beauty with Toverlux

Let light and rhythm guide your seasons. Our Toverlux Silhouettes celebrate garden themes in the most gentle, magical way:

Pair them with your lamp or display frame to bring a cozy, natural glow to your space.

🌺 Flowers to Display

Brighten a shelf or playroom with our handmade wooden flowers from Bumbu Toys:

They’re a sweet addition to a seasonal display, celebration ring, or Waldorf-inspired nature table.

🪷 Learning Through Play

Don’t miss our best picks for sensory and science-based garden fun:

All perfect for exploring nature, rhythm, and early science through hands-on play.

🌿 Explore the Full Garden Collection

Ready to grow your toy shelf? Shop the full Garden Collection now to explore all our favourite finds for little garden lovers.