Pretend play is kind of a big deal ... We love Melissa & Doug for all their educational, imaginative, and adorable toy sets, but the wooden Take-Along barn remains a favorite.

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Even when an owner stepped on one, it didn’t break. For £2, 11 different toys offered an excellent array of play options for ...