You'll be Chasing Your Child Everywhere on These Cool Ride-On Toys

There’s a lot to love about ride-on toys — they get the wiggles out of your little ones, they fuel their imaginations, and they’re just plain old fun. In your kid’s mind, they’re at the Indy 500, or they’re riding horses on the range. Heck, they could even be fairies atop a butterfly’s back waiting to taste the dewdrops. They are mentally and physically engaging, and kids love them.

When you're buying a ride-on toy, there are a few things to consider: how big your child is, where they're going to be riding it, and the materials the toy is made from. When it comes to wooden ride-on toys, like the peacock on this list, it's best to use them in carpeted areas so they don't damage your hardwood. If you opt for something with rubber soles, like a bumper car, it's probably OK to have in the house. All our picks are made for kids anywhere from 12 months to 5 years, and most can hold up to 50 pounds.

After that, ride-on toys really run the gamut — from mini rollercoasters to plush rockers to battery-powered animals — and it's just a matter of what best suits your child and your family's needs.