Introduce little ones to the magic of rail play with the Bigjigs My First Train Set. Specially designed for toddlers, this charming wooden starter railway includes chunky track pieces, bright engines, and carriages that are easy for small hands to grasp.
Made from responsibly sourced wood and finished with child-safe paints, this set is durable, eco-friendly, and safe for ages 3+. Compatible with all Bigjigs railway pieces and most other leading wooden train brands, it’s the perfect foundation for years of imaginative play.
An ideal gift for birthdays or special occasions — and a wonderful way to spark a lifelong love of trains!
Suitable from age 3
At Treetop Toys, we’re proud to stock a wide range of Bigjigs wooden train sets that inspire imagination, support learning, and stand the test of time. Here’s why these toys are more than just fun.
1. Open-Ended Play for Imagination
A Bigjigs train set isn’t just a railway — it’s a world in the making. Children can build towns, bridges, and landscapes, deciding where the tracks lead and what adventures the trains will have. This kind of open-ended play nurtures storytelling, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
2. Building Fine Motor and Cognitive Skills
Connecting tracks, balancing bridges, and placing trains on rails all help to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Kids also learn about sequencing, planning, and cause-and-effect as they design layouts and experiment with different track combinations.
3. Social and Cooperative Play
Train sets are brilliant for group play. Whether it’s siblings or friends, children naturally collaborate to build track systems and share trains. This helps them practice communication, teamwork, and sharing — all key social skills.
4. Safe, Durable, and Eco-Friendly
Bigjigs wooden train sets are made from responsibly sourced materials and finished with non-toxic paints. They’re built to last, meaning they can be passed down through generations. Unlike plastic alternatives, they’re kinder to the planet and offer a tactile, natural play experience.
5. Compatible and Expandable
One of the reasons Bigjigs is so popular with families is that their wooden train sets are compatible with other leading wooden railway brands. This means you can easily expand your child’s collection over time, mixing and matching track pieces, trains, and accessories for endless play possibilities.
6. Perfect for Every Age
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Toddlers (3+ years): Starter sets with simple tracks and chunky trains.
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Preschoolers: More detailed sets with bridges, tunnels, and accessories.
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Older Children: Large layouts with stations, cranes, and themed add-ons.
No matter your child’s age, there’s a Bigjigs train set to suit their stage of development.
