To clean, or not to clean? That is the question.

While generally, I’m the latter, when the warm air of spring comes wafting in, so does the need to deep clean the contents of my entire home. Of course, “spring cleaning” has taken a new meaning since becoming a parent — it’s hard to vacuum behind the fridge when all my toddler wants to do is “help.” If you also have a little helper on your hands, let them lend a hand with cleaning-inspired toys. Wiping down the baseboards can be a lot more enjoyable when you have a toddler helping and singing “Clean Up” beside you.

Check out some of the best toys for your little cleaner below!

Toys That Actually (Lightly) Clean


THE STORYTELLER PLAY KIT

Kids can build positive associations with reading and math through puzzles and imaginative play. The set features eight products to stimulate kids' emotional well-being, problem-solving, and fine and gross motor skills.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $120
  • Age:
  • 3+

SCHYLLING LITTLE HELPER BROOM SET

Little household helpers can clean up any mess with this broom set. The set includes a broom, dust pan, and hand brush that's perfect for small hands.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $11.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

DYSON CORDLESS VACUUM

Mimicking the real Dyson model, this toy vacuum features a realistic vacuuming experience, complete with cyclone action and working suction. Kids can gain an interest in cleaning with a toy that sounds like a real vacuum!

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+
  • Battery Requirements:
  • 3 AA

Toys That Inspire Clean Fun


CLEAN SWEEP LEARNING CADDY

This set includes an interactive bucket and pretend cleaning tools, including a spinning mop and a soap pump complete with squirting sound effects. Kids can follow verbal directions to dance and play games.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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DELUXE SPARKLE & SHINE CLEANING SET

Kids can help with household chores with cleaning tools and accessories sized just for them. The 11-piece set includes all the necessary cleaning supplies, like a wooden-handled broom, a sweeper mop with a removable cleaning cloth, a duster, and more.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $64.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

CLEAN N’ SING VACUUM

Kids can play with a toy vacuum cleaner featuring lights, sounds, and spinning beads. The toy plays two catchy tunes to encourage kids to embrace the fun of cleaning.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.95
  • Age:
  • 2+
  • Battery Requirements:
  • 3 AAA

NEW SPROUTS CLEAN IT!

Sparkle and shine, it's cleanup time! With this set, kids will have everything they need to clean up messes, including a duster, dustpan, spray bottle, sponge, bottle of cleaner, and hand vacuum.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $27.99
  • Age:
  • 2+

About the author

Nicole Savas

Nicole Savas

As a kid, Nicole either wanted to be a professional toy player-wither or a writer. Somehow, as social media editor for The Toy Insider, The Toy Book, and The Pop Insider, she’s found a career as both. She's grateful to work somewhere that she can fully embrace both her love of teddy bears and her admiration for the Oxford comma. When she's not playing with toys at work, she's playing with her baby girl at home.

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