Finding made in USA toys is a challenge. It can be tricky deciphering product labels to find out where a toy is manufactured. It can also be tricky to find toys that kids will play with for longer than a week. I have done the research (and my kids have agreed), on the toys included in this list so you don't have to.
This list includes American made toys for kiddos age one to teen. The toy brands on this list have proven that they are committed to American manufacturing, as this list includes beloved toy classics, as well as new toy favorites.
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20 Made in USA Toys: Our Top Picks
Crazy Aaron's Putty
For over 20 years Crazy Aaron has been making putty that inspires creativity, and learning in kids of all ages. All Crazy Aaron's products are made in Pennsylvania from high quality materials, including non-toxic silicone. They are manufactured with the help of exceptional individuals who are challenged with disabilities.
Crazy Aaron's Angry Putty is it's newest line of putty products. Angry Putty is perfect for all ages, regardless of if it for play, attention keeping, fidgeting, screen fatigue (it helps with virtual learning!), or for coping with stress and anxiety. Even adults find Crazy Aaron's Angry Putty helpful with stress therapy. Angry Putty is unlike anything that Crazy Aaron has created before. They more Angry Putty is stretched, the stronger it gets. It is available in three different items in the Angry Putty family currently; Drama Queen, Stress Ball, and Hot Head.
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Uncle Goose has been manufacturing high quality wooden blocks in the USA for over 30 decades. All Uncle Goose blocks are hand made by skilled craftsmen and craftswomen. The wood remains natural and uncoated, and the colorful dye used contains no metals and is sourced from an American manufacturer. These blocks are intended for kids age 2 and up as though they are safe enough to put in the mouth, they are not intended to be teething toys. Check out the other Uncle Goose block sets like the foreign language sets, and scientific sets which are fun educational tools.
The Cozy Coupe has been an American favorite since 1979 when it was introduced as the first plastic car. Today, Little Tikes still manufactures the Cozy Coupe, as well as a large selection of their plastic toys, in the USA. Their headquarters and American manufacturing facility is located in Hudson, Ohio.
My kiddos both loved our American made Step2 outdoor playset! It was passed onto us by a neighbor, and when they out grew it, we passed it on to a family member. These playsets are sturdy and durable. Step2 has two manufacturing facilities in the USA- both of them located in Ohio- where a large selection of their plastic toys are made.
Every kid needs a tea set, and Green Toys tea set is American made AND meets FDA food safe standards AND is dishwasher safe. Win, win if your kiddos are like mine and like real treats at their tea parties. Green Toys is my go to made in USA toy brand when I am in need of a gift for a child age 1-8. Their products are affordable, durable, safe, and encourage imaginative play. Green Toys is a newer American made toy brand, having been around (and growing!) since 2007. All Green Toys Eco-friendly products are made from recycled milk jugs and food safe mineral based colorings. Their manufacturing facility is located in California.
Have you noticed that none of the American Girl® brand products are made in the USA? Well if you are looking for American made accessories for American Girl® size dolls, then you need to check out Eli & Mattie. Eli & Mattie wooden doll accessories and classic wooden toys are handcrafted by Amish craftsmen in Ohio.
Luke's Toy Factory is another new toy company (founded in 2014) making its way to the top of the American made toy scene. Luke's Toy Factory's Eco-friendly 3D puzzle vehicles are unique, durable, educational, and fun to play with. These vehicles have won Learning® Magazine's 2019 Teacher's Choice Award for Preschool age toys. Luke's Toy Factory toys are made with upcycled, organic materials like walnut shells, maple saw dust, flax fiber and other end of life materials- all of which are American sourced.
Finding Barbie® accessories made in the USA is probably one of the most challenging toy searches I have ever been on. I was finding NADA, ZIP, ZILCH for my Barbie obsessed daughter ...until I came across the American Plastic Toys Dollhouse. All American Plastic Toys affordable plastic toys are manufactured in the USA. They have five facilities located in Michigan and in Mississippi and have been in business since 1962.
The origin of the original sock monkey can be traced all the way back to the 1930s. Today, the Original Sock Monkey is made the same way- right down to that traditional red heel. The real sock monkey is crafted from original Rockford Red Heeled socks made in Iowa by Fox River Mills.
It may seem crazy to spend money on a piece of cardboard, but the hours of imagination and creativity that this toy provides will prove to be priceless! The Easy Playhouse Fairy Tale Castle is a mini fort and art outlet all in one. Kiddos make this castle their own by decorating and personalizing the outside, and creating their own space inside. Great for a ready nook, a residence for super heroes, and anything else a child can imagine! It is Eco-friendly too as it is made of recycled materials in the USA, and can be recycled after.
Lincoln Logs have been a toy favorite for over 100 years. However, up until recently, Lincoln Logs had been manufactured in China (and made of plastic) for decades. K'nex, who owned the manufacturing rights to Lincoln Logs, brought them back to being made of wood and to being made in the USA. Today Lincoln Logs are made in Maine by Pride Manufacturing, a company known for being the worlds number one manufacturer of wooden golf tees. Fun Fact: Did you know that Lincoln Logs were invented by architect Frank Lloyd Wright's son? John Lloyd Wright developed the now iconic toy in around 1916.
If your kiddo loves super heroes, then this toy is a must have! Imagine the look on your kiddo's face when he/she has their very own super hero cape with their very own initial on it! Superfly Kids personalized superhero capes and accessories (masks, wrist bands and headbands are also available) are handmade in the USA. These capes are recommended size for 2-7 year olds, but customized orders can be made for larger sizes.
Woolen yarn has been spinning in the water powered brick mill town of Harrisville, New Hampshire since 1794. Award-Winning Friendly Loom Products by Harrisville Designs are designed and made by weavers, spinners, and woodworkers. They are a small, family owned and operated business, and they believe that quality should not be compromised for even the smallest product. The Creative Crochet Kit introduces the fiber art of crocheting to children and adult beginners providing their very own soft wool yarn sourced and spun in the USA. Other fiber craft kits using made in USA yarn are available too.
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Beecan Boards made in USA skateboards provide an extremely durable and customizable ride for beginners and pros alike with many styles to choose from. Beercan Boards are made in Georgia from 100% recycled aluminum and plastics. The small business is family owned and operated.
POOF Power Spiral Football measures about 8.5 inches and is good for a game, or for throwing and catching practice. The grooves help this football throw easier and farther. POOF® sport foam balls have been around since the 1980s and event though the brand has switched owners multiple times, the sports balls have still remained made in the USA.
The Spooner balance board is a must have for kiddos who are interested in learning skateboarding, snowboarding, and surfing. This board helps provide the foundations of balance and motion needed to master these sports. It also provides safer ways to practice tricks of these sports. The Spooner was featured on Shark Tank and has received multiple awards like ASTRA Best Toys for Kids, and Creative Child Magazine Product of the Year. NOTE: The Freestyle Balance Board featured here is for smaller kids. For taller kids, the Pro Balance Board is recommended.
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