Amazon’s October Prime Day event is still a few days away, but we’re already seeing massive discounts. If you’re looking to get a head start on your holiday shopping, these Melissa & Doug play sets will bring joy to the children on your list. There are several great options to choose from, but ice cream is hard to beat in any category. The Scoop and Serve ice cream counter is currently on sale for just $40. This set typically retails for $71 at Amazon.
Whether we want to admit it or not, our kids are probably getting too much screen time. These wooden toys from Melissa & Doug take it back to the basics. With the ice cream counter set, your child becomes the pretend proprietor of their own business. The set includes a scoop, which makes it easy for kids to select and stack different ice cream flavors and toppings. There are cones, cups and the stand doubles as a storage and carrying case.
With a few hours of play, your child will “boost their memory, hand-eye coordination and counting skills by remembering orders, customizing meals and handling play money -- just like a real ice cream shop.”
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There are other play sets on sale. If your little one is an aspiring dentist or you want to teach better brushing habits, the Super Smile Dentist play set is worth checking out. It’s currently $30 and has 25 pieces, including a set of oversized teeth, vibrating drill and polisher, stickers, braces and more.
There’s also the Slice-Stack-Serve sandwich counter, perfect for the little chefs in your life. Pick it up for $40 ahead of Amazon’s Prime Day. Amazon's Melissa & Doug storefront has even more options to explore.
If you’re looking for even more, we’ve got a list of the best toys for kids. Now, if you’re in the market for more grown-up toys, we’re seeing early Prime Day discounts on everything from TVs to laptops to Lego sets.
Why this deal matters
Amazon’s October Prime Day is a good time to shop for gifts, especially if you have children in your life. While kids are wonderful, raising a little one is expensive. This deal offers wholesome educational toys at over 40% off, which is pretty sweet, and we’re not just talking about the ice cream.
