Finding the right gift for a child in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) means looking for toys that encourage exploration, early number skills, language and a sense of the world — all while being genuinely fun. We’ve picked five products that are perfectly aligned to the EYFS curriculum and loved by parents and children alike.
1. Numberblocks Adding and Subtracting Puzzle Set — £12.95
20 self-correcting puzzles featuring the much-loved Numberblocks characters from CBeebies. Children match addition and subtraction equations to their answers – making early number work feel like play. 40 pieces in total.
Curriculum link: Supports EYFS – Maths: Addition, Subtraction and Number Recognition
2. Little Wandle Letters and Sounds – First Phonics Flashcards for Reception — £6.99
43 phonics flashcards aligned to the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised programme. Designed for Reception children working through Phase 2, they are perfect for practising letter recognition and early reading at home.
Curriculum link: Supports EYFS – English: Phonics, Letters and Sounds Phase 2
3. Scholastic Reception 5 Picture Book Set — £34.95
Five carefully chosen picture books perfect for building a home reading collection with Reception children. A brilliant-value bumper pack of fun favourites that support early literacy, story comprehension and a love of reading from the very start – ideal for sharing aloud at EYFS.
Curriculum link: Supports EYFS – English: Early Reading, Phonics and Story Comprehension
4. Magnetic Letters and Numbers Set – 182 Letters and 81 Numbers — £29.99
A comprehensive magnetic letters and numbers set with 182 colourful foam letters and 81 numbers, stored in a handy carry case. Children build words, practise spelling and explore numbers on any magnetic surface.
Curriculum link: Supports EYFS – English: Letter Recognition, Phonics and Early Number
5. Lonely Planet Kids My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas — £11.99
Take a hands-on tour of our amazing planet in this interactive world atlas for young kids that explores all 7 continents and 5 oceans that make up the Earth. Packed with vibrant illustrations, 40 lift-the-flaps, and tons of wow-factor facts; readers will even discover a giant pull-out map and fun search-and-find games. Let the adventure begin!
Curriculum link: Supports EYFS – Understanding the World: People, Culture and Communities
Why curriculum-aligned gifts matter at EYFS
The EYFS framework focuses on seven key areas of learning, from communication and language to mathematics and understanding the world. Gifts that connect to these areas don’t just entertain — they give children a head start and build genuine confidence in the classroom.