Moreover, this type of play encourages the growth of language, communication, and complex negotiation skills. The design mimics a real kitchen with features like a stove, oven, microwave, storage space, and refrigerator with a working ice dispenser. In addition, many other accessories come with this play kitchen for toddlers, such as condiment bottles, utensils, cups, coffee pods and cups, and more, to add to the kitchen experience.

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Assembly of the wooden design took only 30 to 45 minutes to complete—a fast construction time compared to other play kitchens we tested. While no accessories come with the IKEA play kitchen, we think this kitchen still has value thanks to its attractive (and durable) design.

While it comes with two pretend ice cubes and a pretend grocery list, it doesn't have any pots, pans, food, utensils, or other play kitchen accessories. The kitchen took an hour to assemble, and we only needed an additional screwdriver to finish the setup.

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We loved the little details that added to this play kitchen’s overall character, like the mosaic backsplash and gold accents.With additional sounds and lights, like one in the oven to see food cooking, and easy-to-use knobs for appliances, there’s no shortage of pretend play opportunities with this play kitchen. We assembled all 22 play kitchens we tested to determine how complicated or easy the setup would be. Aside from making sure it fits in the space, you’ll also want to consider the size compared to your child. In addition to the working ice maker that dispenses plastic ice cubes, the refrigerator and top freezer doors are magnetic. Otherwise, we appreciated the many sounds, lights, phrases, and songs the play kitchen features—a great toy for 18-month-olds and up—offering great value for what you spend.