The 10 Best Imaginative Play Toys for Preschoolers

Although the world of toys has been consumed by Bratz Dolls and electronic games, there are still plenty of toys out there that are perfect for imaginative play.

1. LifeStyle Dream Kitchen by Step2, Retail Price $150
The LifeStyle Dream Kitchen by Step2 is one of the most realistic play kitchens on the market today, and it's perfect for imaginative play! The LifeStyle Dream Kitchen has plenty of room for pretend cooking, and even features a refrigerator and cabinets for storing play food. The LifeStyle Dream Kitchen by Step2 also makes realistic sounds, so your little one can imagine they are cooking just like Mommy and Daddy!

2. Swirlin' Sawdust Workshop by Little Tikes, Retail Price $70
If your little one wants to play with tools just like Daddy, the Swirlin' Sawdust Workshop by Little Tikes is the answer to your prayers! The Swirlin' Sawdust Workshop features a workshop table, pretend tools including a drill, and a magnetic "board" that your little one can play with for hours.

3. Teatime Set by Djeco, Retail Price $46
You probably played with a tea-set when you were younger, and your little girl would probably love to do the same! Tea-sets have come a long way from the simple porcelain or tin models of yesterday, and the Teatime Set by Djeco is no exception. This tea-set is made of beautiful wood that has been painted pink, so you can be sure it will last for years of imaginative play. The set includes everything you need to play teatime- including a cake with 5 slices!

4. Pretend and Play Doctor Set by Learning Resources, Retail Price $30
Does your little one already have big dreams of being a doctor someday? It may be a long time before he sets foot in an operating room, but the Pretend and Play Doctor Set by Learning resources offers hours of imaginative play! The set includes all of the important items a doctor should have including: an electronic stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, thermometer, and cell phone. All of the items fit into the plastic briefcase that comes with the Pretend and Play Doctor Set, so you don't have to worry about the toys being scattered throughout the house after play time!