Best Pull Along Toys for Your Baby & Toddler

Hit this musical pallet from purple to red makes every color in between. This retro xylophone has it all for your young aspiring musician. From that high pitched dinggg to that deep toned ring.  Explore the world of sound with a high quality piece of equipment. Made from high quality materials that are durable and long lasting. This is an instrument that kids don't grow out of. Keep it in the playroom, bedroom, or take it to the park in the sunshine for good fun. Kids love to hear the songs they make on their own. Hear them sing-a-long to their favorite tunes as they play songs for you. Small kids will stay entertained for hours on end through the gift of tones and sounds.

BENEFITS

The power of music is incredible. Xylophones introduce and unleash this creativity in a child. Its incredible to watch your young one unfold his very skill when it comes to tap tap tapping away at this instrument.

Pros

• The colors are really bright and super vibrant
• Comes with a v ery sturdy string
• The materials are durable and won't break
• Nice tones that are very appealing to everyone

Cons

• If the string breaks off its a bit difficult to join back together

With a very sleek and colorful body that would remind you of a colorful Pluto, the Walk-A-Long Puppy Wooden Pull Toy is excellent for strengthening the arm and leg muscles of your little ones. The toy is made of premium quality wood sourced from sustainable forests and finished with child safe and non-toxic materials. The 4 wheels of the pull toy dog is rimmed with rubber to allow for more efficient rolling on any surface as well as help prevent scratches off your floor and minimize the noise that may be present once your kid pulls on the toy.

BENEFITS

As a truly vintage styled toy, this wooden pull toy is sure to provide fun play time for your child regardless of their age. Whether they’re two years old or ten years old, they can still take it for a walk and play pretend. It can be bounced, dragged, and pulled down cement sidewalks or through the house on carpeted floors. It’s a versatile toy that will be used for years.

Pros

• Durable
• Educational
• Well designed
• No batteries required
• Great quality

Cons

• Some reports of the toy tipping over easily
• Some reports of the string being too short

So simple in its design, yet so effective in getting your children up and moving, this colorful little alligator is unbelievable. Even if your child is not walking yet, this toy will entertain them as it moves along with it wood pieces clacking together in a rhythmic, soothing sounds that kids will love. This is why it is called a dancing alligator. It seems as though it is dancing when it moves because of it ambling gait. Painted in the most vibrant, rich green paint, the pull-toy will have your child walking it on its leash in no time at all. As they do so, children will improve their balancing, gross motor abilities, and muscle strength. By purchasing this toy, you will be doing your part in saving our ecosystem. The manufacturer believes and practices living green in producing its products.

BENEFITS

If you’re looking for a pull toy that is as adorable as it is functional, then look no further. This Dancing Alligator by Plan Toy will encourage your child to get moving as they pull along their alligator for a walk. It will truly grow up with your child through its sturdy and durable build.

Pros

• High quality
• Well designed
• Entertaining clacking sounds
• Perfect length of string
• Durable

Cons

• Smaller than expected
• It may turn over if pulled too fast

Children have been enchanted with this toy phone since 1961 because of its simple design that has so much to offer young kids. The basics of numbers, colors, and sounds are easily learned with the face of the phone and its movable dial. Even though phones have changed so much over the decades, kids still want to play with this little phone with the rotary dial in its bold colors of red, white, and blue. The dial rings and rotates when it is activated by tiny fingers, plus the eyes of the cheerful face roll up and down. Its mouth moves too when the dial is touched to seem like it is talking to your child as they chatter away on the receiver. It is a part of technological history for kids to see what telephones used to look like not too long ago. It will be surprising to children that this device was the inspiration for the cell phones we have today.

BENEFITS

The basic abilities of the Chatter Phone are gross and fine motor skills, finger dexterity, number and color recognition, and imagination talents. Who would have thought that a toy phone could teach so much?

Pros

• Eyes roll up and down and mouth chatters
• Dial rings and rotates
• Has a cheerful face and bold colors
• Originated in 1961.
• Perfect for toddlers aged one and older

Cons

• Complaints that the phone cord is too short
• Some received items different that the picture

AlphaPup will have your child moving and walking along as it plays its songs and says its puppy-related phrases. When the colorful buttons on the dog’s sweater are pressed, the letter and sound are said for your child to repeat. If the bone button is pushed or the bone handle on the leash is pulled, the toddler will hear fun, dog-related phrases. The puppy’s ears are soft and velvet to the touch, so kids will spend time petting their dog. Its tail wags back and forth as the puppy rolls along and the back end wobbles to give it a cute walk. Kids aged three and older will gain much practice with their phonics skills, motor abilities, and vocabulary building with this enjoyable product. Batteries are required for operation of the AlphPup, but the manufacturer has included them with the item.

BENEFITS

Most pull-toys give kids practice with gross motor skills, but this one also promotes petting the soft ears and playing with the bone-shaped cord handle. Kids love petting animals and they can do that and give it the bone handle to chew.

Pros

• Teaches letters and words, songs, and phrases
• Buttons that play letter names and sounds
• Kids love to pet the soft, velvety ears of the puppy
• Batteries are required and included
• Teaches phonics, gross motors skills, and alphabet

Cons

• Toy tips over easily
• A few say the pull cord is too short

Sporting the most vibrant colors of yellow, green, and blue, these two baby ducks and mama duck will get your wee one up and moving along. Just pull the string on the mama duck with the red bow in her hair and the others will follow her lead. As they move along, they quack in unison and waddle from side to side in the cutest little trot. Kids will giggle and laugh when they first see this toy because it is so adorable and fun to watch. Children ten months old and older are best suited for this simple toy that includes the necessary batteries required. The durable construction of this toy will ensure that it lasts for a long time and may be handed down to others as babies grow up and become attracted to more advanced toys. For great quacking fun and entertainment, these little ducks are just perfect for the toddler you know.

BENEFITS

This cute trio of ducks develops hand-eye- coordination and promotes play in toddlers. When they see the ducks waddle by, babies will join in the fun and try to follow.

Pros

• Pushed on most surfaces
• Noise starts as soon as you start pulling
• Staggered wheels (mimics waddling)
• Bright colors
• Quality made

Cons

• May not work well on thick carpets
• Noise can be quite loud

If your kid has seen the animated film Turbo and believes that he or she can find another Theo in your backyard, maybe you can make this dream come true by giving him or her the Pull-Along Snail pull toy. This uniquely-designed and award-winning pull toy creates a very interesting movement. When pulled, the bright wheels representing the snail’s shell spin which in turn moves the body of the snail in an up and down motion. This creates the impression that the snail is actually contracting its body to propel itself forward. The toy is also made of organic rubberwood that has been 100 percent recycled.

BENEFITS

It’s expected that your child’s toy will have to endure some rough and tumble play. This Pull-Along Snail by PlanToys is durable and sturdy enough to last through years of play. As it’s a wooden toy, with no plastic parts, it’s easy to fix if something does break. It is a frustration free toy for your child that rights itself up as your child pull it.

Pros

• Durable
• Perfect sized string
• Well made
• High quality parts
• Cute design

Cons

• Younger children (babies) might not understand the toy
• Some reports of the child finding it boring

Dogs are the most fun pets to walk. While your baby and toddler may not be able to control a real puppy yet, he or she can surely exert his or her control over the Brilliant Basics Lil Snoopy. This pull-along toy dog barks, turns its head, wiggle its ears, and shakes or wags its tail when pulled. It does not require any batteries as the gears are fully activated by motion. The more Lil Snoopy is pulled, the greater the number of movements.

BENEFITS

For the price of this toy, it’s amazing how durable it truly is. Your child can learn how to take care of a ‘pet’, while also having an activity to do while you are out and about with them. This Lil Snoopy pull toy wags his tail and moves his eye as he is being pulled. It will also encourage your child to learn about balancing a toy.

Pros

• Tail wags
• Cute sounds
• Simple design
• No batteries required
• Durable

Cons

• String might be difficult for a child to untangle
• String can also get caught in the dog’s leg and ear

For a different kind of make-believe dog walking experience for your toddler, you may want to give him or her the Melissa & Doug Playful Puppy Pull Toy. Made of synthetic materials and painted and finished with non-toxic paint, this pull-along toy dog simulates the walking action of dogs with its 4 legs attached to the rubber-lined wheels. As the wheels turn, the dog’s feet move up and down in a wobbly fashion pivoting at the top of the dog’s body.

BENEFITS

This Playful Puppy Pull Toy will encourage your child’s fine motor skills as they pull it across with them. The bright and muted colors go along perfectly with the toy to help it stand out. It is easy to be pulled on carpeted floors as well as hard floors. It is easy to add a longer string for taller and older children, making it a toy that grows with your child.

Pros

• Ideal age is one year old and older
• Tail wags when pulled
• Has a wobbly gait
• Made with child-safe paints
• Multi-colored puppy with a big smile

Cons

• Complaints that item tips over easily
• Some say the cord is not long enough for walking

If you are looking for a pull-along toy with all of the modern trimmings, look no further than Vtech’s Pull and Sing Puppy. This delightful dog-shaped toy provides a plethora of interactable functions for children as young as 6 months and grows with your child up to 3 years! This adorable little dalmatian wants to play and features many buttons and light combinations designed to draw your little one’s attention. Three brightly colored buttons on its side, as well as an adorable key ring in its mouth, play music and phrases when your little presses them. The puppy’s nose also lights up and flashes with different interactions. Once your little one starts walking, simply attach the pull cord and a whole new world of playful music opens up! The puppy’s legs move and the keys swing as it broadcasts over 60 different songs and phrases at the pull of a cord!

BENEFITS

This toy provides a multitude of cognitive enhancing interactive features. The buttons on the puppy’s side introduce early concepts of numbers and colors while the phrases also bring parts of the body and puppy sounds to delight and entertain your child. Pulling on the cord is a great way to encourage early walkers while simultaneously developing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Pushing and pulling the puppy can foster gross motor skill development as well and the huge library of phrases, melodies, and songs will encourage language development in a fun and enjoyable way.

Pros

• Plays music and sounds when pulled
• Features three numbered and colored buttons
• Introduces early concepts of numbers, colors, parts of the body, and more
• Plays over 60 unique songs, melodies, sounds, and phrases

Cons

• Most of the interactions are tied to using the pull string and options can be limited for younger children
• Front paws can get ‘stuck’ on carpet or textured flooring making it difficult to pull

One of the most fascinating toys a kid can ever have is a toy car. Now imagine giving your little tot the VTech Pull and Learn Car Carrier Pull Toy and he or she will simply be playing with amazement. The toy set comes with a huge car transporter with a fully operational flip-down ramp to allow access to the upper deck of the transporter. It also comes with 3 colorful cars with 3 cute animal figures. The transporter head has a built-in activity center that features a CB radio that activates lights and sounds for additional children’s learning. It also has several buttons that play interactive phrases about colors, animals, and numbers.

BENEFITS

As VTech is known for their well-constructed toys, this Pull and Learn Car Carrier is no different. It is a portable yet versatile toy that will ensure that your child has a boat load of fun times. Though the string might be too short for some children, it can be lengthened at home. It will last through all of your child’s rough and tumble playtimes.

Pros

• Durable
• Ramp lowers and rises easily
• Encourages group play/sharing
• Can be played unsupervised
• Versatile

Cons

• Sometimes the songs play automatically
• A few buyers were missing the pull cord

Perhaps you or your parents had one of the original Slinky dogs from back in the 50’s or maybe your just a fan of the Toy Story movies. Either way, this Slinky, the Original Brand Dog is the perfect addition to any child’s pull along toy collection. A collector’s edition model, this Slinky dog comes in a retro-style packaging sure to ignite fires of nostalgia from your own childhood. The classic dog looks just like he does in Andy’s room when he helps Woody and Buzz escape Sid and race down the highway and is guaranteed to delight fans young and old. He features a metal slinky style body that is crafted with durable metal coils that resist tangling and breaking. Simply pull him along using the including pull string and watch as his bouncy body wiggles back and forth, sits up and even begs!

BENEFITS

Pull along toys can help develop both fine and gross motor skills as your little one learns how to hold the thin, red string and ‘pull’ their little dog across the floor. Each of his paws contains plastic wheels to allow for smooth gliding. The coil is designed to resist tangling even with rough play and, while it can get bent out of place, it is simply to push back in and regains its original form. A string runs through the internal of the slinky midsection as well, preventing it from being pulled out of shape. The familiar depiction of this popular character is also ideal for encouraging pretend play and fostering imagination.

Pros

• Collector’s edition in retro packaging
• Wheels located on feet for smooth gliding
• Durable metal coil construction and resists tangling
• Recommended age: 18 months and Up

Cons

• Pull string is very short (5 inches)
• The toy does not roll smoothly across the carpet and can topple over easily

For children who love Kermit and other lovable frog characters, they can now add to their collection the Children’s Frolicking Frog Pull Toy. This shiny green wooden amphibian on blue wheels is sure to make playtime more interesting for your little kids. The moment the Frolicking Frog is pulled along, the wheels also turn the hind legs of the frog to mimic a hopping motion while the front wheels attached to a mechanism will wiggle the frog’s eyes. This combination of hind leg action and funny eye movements can make for an enjoyable pull along toy.

BENEFITS

Not only will your child exercise his or her gross motor abilities with this charming frog, but the clicking, wood sound it makes when moving will perk their listening talents too.

Pros

• Adorably made
• Well built
• Hopping motions
• Bigger than other pull toys
• Durable

Cons

• Does not make any noise
• Some reports of the paint peeling off

With its big, chunky tires and low-riding bed, the vivid orange pull-wagon is a fantastic, quality product. It is made in the U.S.A., plus created from 100% recycled plastic milk containers and safe, soy inks. Even the packaging is recycled and does not contain twist ties or plastic film. There are no metal parts on the wagon, and it is free from PVC, BPA, and phthalate materials. This delightful toy wagon is perfect for outdoor or indoor play for boys or girls. It can be used to haul toys and other small items in the backyard, at the beach, or in the classroom or the playroom. The attractive pull-toy has a 100% cotton rope handle that tucks in the wagon easily for convenience, safety, and storage. Intended for ages one and older, this pretty, little pull-toy promotes motor skills and imaginative play in toddlers. Encourage your child to get active with this bold-colored wagon and start hauling and moving for fun and entertainment.

BENEFITS

Loading objects into this adorable wagon and pulling them to their destination will exercise your toddler’s motor abilities, cognitive talents, hand-eye coordination, balance, imagination, and problem-solving skills. Load ‘em up and move ‘em out with this cute orange pull wagon!

Pros

• Created from 100% recycled plastic and soy inks
• Does not have any metal parts
• Free from PVC, BPA, and phthalates
• Promotes motor skills and imaginative play
• Meets FDA food contact approval

Cons

• Items were too small for some parents
• Handle may not stay on rope very well

Once your little one has finally taken those first precious steps, it's now time to give them some incentive to keep those little legs moving! Hape’s Award Winning Dancing Butterfly toy is a push-and-pull toy that is perfect for encouraging your little one to get up and go! This wooden toy features an extendable handle that can adjust to match your child’s arm length. As they push and pull the toy across the floor the circle spins, spinning three butterflies out to dance and twirl with every roll of the wheels. The gentle clack-clacking noise that it makes as your little one pushes will bring a smile to their face as they receive gentle auditory stimulation and will prevent you from running for the Tylenol as it is a much softer noise than the plastic alternatives.

BENEFITS

This toy features a high-quality solid wood construction as well as child-safe, non-toxic paints. It provides an eco-friendly toy option as all wood is sourced from an environmentally sustainable and managed forest. Since this toy pushes and pulls in both directions, it can easily build both gross and motor skills. Balance and coordination are encouraged through the one-handed handle style and the circular motion of this toy.

Pros

• Pushes and pulls for double the play
• Constructed using non-toxic paint and child-safe materials
• Fosters coordination, balance, and motor skills
• Recommended age: 12 months and Up

Cons

• Wheels may not roll straight which can cause frustration
• Encourages one-handed holding rather than two which can be difficult for early walkers

The Wonder Walker is a colorful, vibrant “busy-box on wheels” says the manufacturer. It includes moveable gears, knobs, and colorful balls that present five various activities at just the right height for your toddler’s motions. This durable toy allows kids to gain confidence as they discover their bright, new world. They can pull, push, and carry items along in the nifty storage bin as they build their motor skills, coordination talents, balance, and color recognition abilities. This pull-along creation has well-designed, rubber-rimmed wheels that will not harm floors, and it is easy to assemble. Constructed with long-lasting, safe paints and solid wood, this product exceeds national safety standards. Its materials are also environment-friendly and non-toxic. The sturdy, quality wood craftsmanship is pleasingly apparent and welcomed by parents who expect the best products for their kids.

BENEFITS

Used as a pull-up toy and interactive item before walking skills develop, this exciting toy helps cultivate and nurture natural abilities. It encourages your little one’s first steps in kids aged one to three years old.

Pros

• Promotes motor skills, coordination, balance, and color recognition
• Rubber-rimmed wheels will not harm floors
• Easy to assemble
• Exceeds national safety standards
• Received the Parent’s Choice Approved Award in 2011

Cons

• Parts may not line up perfectly for assembly
• Toy may tip over if Toddler pulls on it too hard

Toddlers six months to three years old will love this pull-toy with its big colorful rocks and various push buttons on the truck. Three boulders or rocks in different colors are included for fun play when the truck is not being pulled. With these toy rocks, various activities consist of watching the bucket shake and rumble the boulders when it rolls along; moving the handle to lift the truck bed to tip the boulders out; dropping the colorful rocks into the truck to hear them counted; and pushing the side buttons on the toy to hear phrases and songs. The buttons also teach information about different tools and colors. Skills obtained with this toy are gross motor abilities, listening talents, hand-eye coordination, and finger dexterity. Boys and girls will both be excited to give this little truck a spin and load it up with the colorful rocks that make a unique sound when they are tossed in the truck bed.

BENEFITS

The Drop & Go Dump Truck is not just a pull-toy, but it is a teaching tool for colors, numbers, tools, songs, and fun phrases. There is so much to do with this nifty little item; it just astounds us!

Pros

• Includes colorful rocks to put in the truck
• Exercises motor skills, listening abilities, and dexterity
• Truck buttons teach colors, numbers, and phrases
• Great for kids six months to three years old
• Batteries are needed for regular use

Cons

• Pull cord not long enough for some buyers
• Bed of truck comes off easily

Give your toddler a way to exert that extra energy they have at such a young age with this adorable, Little Tikes red wagon. This is the newest design of this timeless classic toy that will never rust or harm indoor floors with its wheels. It is rugged for outdoor use but is just as suitable for indoor play. The vehicle will roll on a multitude of surfaces, and the handle bends safely for flat, easy storage. Perfect for ages one and older, the little red wagon is just the right size for a toddler to pull and use comfortably. This small vehicle is big on possibilities, quality, and durability, and will accommodate almost any item your child can pick up and put in it. Gross motor skills, imaginative talents, and cognitive thinking abilities will all be developed when using this pull wagon. With such a simple toy, kids are free to explore their creative capabilities and mental aptitudes with the numerous activities allowed with such a useful toy.

BENEFITS

Kids love to move things around and tote items from place to place. This cute wagon makes that possible to satisfy the organizational and sorting urges that we humans possess.

Pros

• Can be used indoors and outdoors
• Wheels will not harm floors
• Handle bends flat for easy storage
• Durable and quality made
• Will never rust

Cons

• Could arrive with missing parts Wheels may come off easily

Give your toddler some small friends they do not have to carry around with them with this set of three wild animal pull-toys. It includes a zebra, elephant, and giraffe that are each wrapped individually in pretty, clear boxes perfect to give as gifts. Also, each toy can be given at different times to prevent boredom from interacting with the same toy. These items exceed international standards for safety, and they are made with non-toxic finishes and safe materials. They are created from environment-friendly, organic wood, plus these safe toys have no small loose parts to present a choking hazard for your baby. Each pull-toy has solid, wooden wheels, a curved handle shape in the middle to grab easily, and no rough edges around the curves of the toys. Kids one and older will truly enjoy these sweet toys that develop balance, hand-eye coordination, and early walking. All three animals are sweetly decorated with simple designs and colorful pastel hues. These are durable, easy to clean, and long-lasting, plus they are suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

BENEFITS

Little ones will begin to learn their colors, body parts, and animals with this lovely set of pull-along toys. These are wonderful introductory sensations for the mind and eyes for your toddler to experience.

Pros

• Develops balance, hand-eye coordination, and early walking
• Exceeds international standards for safety
• Made with non-toxic finishes and safe materials
• No small parts
• Created from environment-friendly, organic wood

Cons

• Complaint of an odor from the boxes
• Tips over easily if pulled too quickly

This little caterpillar is instantly recognizable. The World of Eric Carle, the Very Hungry Caterpillar Wooden Pull Toy looks like it just rolled out of the pages of your little one’s favorite book and onto the floor. The delightful little caterpillar is ready to search around your home for all of the food it needs to eat in order to turn into a beautiful butterfly and its need your child’s help! Encourage your new walker to keep those little feet moving as they pull this little caterpillar along. Each of its body segments can rotate independently on an internal elastic, creating a realistic crawling/rolling effect.

BENEFITS

This toy is perfect for encouraging pretend play in young toddlers. The bright colors will draw your baby’s eyes and stimulate visual acuity. Grasping the pull string fosters fine motor skill development while practicing pulling the toy and walking simultaneously can build walking confidence and gross motor skills.

Pros

• Officially licensed World of Eric Carle product
• Wood construction and child-safe materials
• Internally elastic provided smooth pull and keep pieces from coming apart
• Recommended age: 12 months and Up

Cons

• Pull string is very short
• Can be stiff when rolling and easily falls over