The 25+ BEST Kid Nativity Sets of 2018!

Looking for a great kid nativity set? Then this is the list for you! Keep reading to discover the best nativity sets for kids this year 2018!

My mother-in-law loves to call Christmas nativity sets “activity sets” because children love to play with them and act out the story of Jesus Christ’s birth themselves.

But, not all nativity sets are actually intended for children, especially babies and toddlers!

As a mom with four (soon to be five) young children, I cringe at the idea of buying a fancy, nice, likely expensive nativity set (think ceramic, glass, porcelain) and actually displaying it in my home. Because there is no magically shelf in my home where things are left untouched and therefore unbroken.

That’s why I have always loved having a child’s nativity set!

Shortly after having our twins, my in-laws gifted us a Fisher-Price Nativity set and it’s been one of our favorite things to get out each year at Christmastime. We pack it up between seasons and everytime we bring it out again it’s a hit! The kids love it and so do I!

Having a child-friendly nativity set means I don’t mind my children regularly moving it and interacting with it. I love that they get to retell again and again the story of Jesus Christ’s birth without me stressing about the pieces getting broken. We can have the children act out the parts themselves with the animals and people and angels.

So, if you are looking for some kid nativity sets, I’ve compiled a collection of wonderful nativity sets for you!

I’ve compiled them into popular categories, making it even easier for you to find exactly what you’re looking for!

*Keep in mind that these often sell out, so be sure to buy them early!* For a shoppable list of sets sold on Amazon, check out my Amazon Idea List!

25 Nativity Sets for Kids

Fisher Price Little People Nativity Sets

I absolutely love the Fisher Price Little People Nativity sets. It’s what we own and use and love every year. It’s so toddler-friendly (and toddler resistant) and fun! My seven-year-olds still love to play and pretend with it!

There are three different Little People Nativity sets available too!

Little People Nativity Set #1 with 11 Pieces. This is the biggest (and best) of the three sets: the stable is bigger, the angel can spin or “dance” on the top of the stable, the barn door moo’s and baas when you open and shut it, and baby Jesus lights up when you press down on him and causes “Away in a Manger” to play. This is the one we have and love, complete with the additional Little People Lil’ Shepherd set and The Little People Three Wise Men sets.

This Fisher Price nativity set doesn’t seem as easy to come by (unfortunately) but the stable with Mary, Joseph, and Jesus plus the animals and carts can be found on Amazon and Walmart ranging in price from about $60.98 -$74.72.

Fisher-Price Little People Nativity Set #2 with 12 Pieces. This Little People nativity set features a smaller stable but includes the wise men. It still plays “Away in a Manger” and the extra Lil’ Shepherd and Three Wise Men sets work great with it too.

This one can be found at Amazon or Walmart (out of stock).

Fisher Price Little People Nativity Set #3 – On the Go Nativity Set! I have not seen this one before, but this small, portable Fisher Price Nativity comes with five figurines and a cute plastic storage stable with handle!

You can find it on Amazon and Walmart (out of stock).

PLAYMOBIL Nativity Sets

My in-laws also once gifted us an awesome PLAYMOBIL Noah’s ark set. Their stuff is high quality and has tons of fun little features like movable limbs and bodies, fun accessories, and more.

This is the same for this awesome Playmobil nativity set! It doesn’t disappoint! The Playmobil nativity set’s lantern even lights up! This nativity isn’t the best for babies and toddlers, but preschoolers (4+) and older should love all the details and extras (without putting all the all in their mouths)! There is even a Playmobil Three Wise Kings set for even more nativity fun!

This set retails for about $39.99-$79 at Walmart or Amazon. PLAYMOBIL Toddler Christmas Manger. However, if you do have a baby or toddler you want to gift a nativity set to, there is also a baby-friendly Playmobil nativity set! It’s perfect for children as young as 18 months and up! It is a great and durable Christmas manger activity set for toddlers!

This Playmobil nativity set retails for $13.99-$26.99 on Amazon and Walmart.

Kids Wooden Nativity Sets

Wooden nativity sets are great for kids as they are easy to hold and play with, but also withstand chewing, dropping, and throwing really well too. Wooden nativity sets for kids tend to last through the years, assuming you get some good ones! Below are some popular wood nativity sets for toddlers and up.

Melissa & Doug Classic Wooden Nativity Set. With an easy to assemble stable and durable wood pieces, this is a great nativity set for little hands!

This wooden nativity retails for $29.99 at Amazon, Kohls and Melissa & Doug.

Teeny-Tiny Nativity Set and Book. Perfect for little hands and small spaces, this adorable mini wooden nativity set comes with an 88-page mini book The Story of Christmas.

Retails for $8-$9.95. Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Wood Nativity Play Set. An Amazon’s Choice winner, this 14-piece wooden nativity set is perfect for a child’s imaginative play! It’s decorated with water-based paints.

Get it for $27.99 on Amazon.

Nativity Travel Box Play Set. This wooden nativity set comes in a sturdy magnetic travel box for easy storage and transportation. Perfect for preschooler and early grade schoolers!

Retails for $16.73-$33.44 at Amazon or Educents or Walmart (only available at Walmart right now 9/2018).

Maxim Bamboo Nativity Set. Made from eco-friendly bamboo and using water-based non-toxic paints, you’ll feel confident letting your little ones play with this large wooden nativity set!

Retails for $64.29-$82.65. Available from Walmart and Amazon.

Wood Nesting Dolls Nativity Set. This adorable wood nesting nativity set is perfect for early learners developing fine motor skills! Plus, it’s just adorable and fun!

The set is around $15 on Amazon.

Wood Children’s Nativity Scene. This 100% wood nativity set for kids is small and adorable and very classic looking!

You can get it for around $28 on Amazon.

Kurt Adler Hand-Carved Child’s First Nativity Set. This beautiful, hand-carved wood activity set is perfect for a child’s first Christmas! With pieces that stand 10.5″ high, they are easy for little hands to grab and play. However, it is very pricey.

Retails for $64.96-$139.99 or so on Amazon.

Olive Wood Children’s Nativity Set. This 12-piece wooden nativity set for kids is handcrafted from olive wood in Bethlehem! It comes with a certificate of origin as well as a small pictorial nativity storybook.

Retails for around $25 (more or taller figures) on Amazon and on Etsy.

Plush Nativity Sets

Nothing says kid nativity set like a soft plush nativity set! Easy to carry, squeeze, love, and play with, the following plush nativity sets for kids are adorable!

Tales of Glory Plush Nativity Play Set. This adorable and soft plush nativity play set can store all the pieces inside of it and is a great way to bring the story of baby Jesus to life!

Retails for $37.61+ at Walmart.

Soft Fabric Children’s Nativity Play Set with Finger Puppets. This handmade, baby safe nativity set includes all the Christmas story characters who double as finger puppets! Plus the manger has a convenient travel handle and it’s all machine washable! Score!

Retails for $39.99. Get it on Amazon. (Currently Unavailable 9/2018)

Fabric Nativity Manger Set for Children. This is another soft fabric, unbreakable, nativity set perfect for babies and toddlers! It’s also handcrafted and everything can be stored inside, complete with an easy to carry handle.

Retails for $34.95. Available on Amazon.

Interactive Fabric Wall Hanging Nativity Set. This interactive fabric nativity set features removable plush figures and is a wall hanging! It has 18 unique figures and is great for little kids to play with!

This retails for around $25-30 on Amazon.

Felt Nativity Set for Kids. This adorable nativity set is perfect for display and for play! It’s part of the “Martha Stewart’s Holiday Collection” and includes a manager that can store all the 4.5″ tall characters inside.

Retails for $49.89 on Amazon. (currently sold out – check out felt nativity sets on Etsy!)

LEGO Nativity Set

Okay, so LEGO doesn’t actually make or sell an official LEGO-branded nativity set (that I am aware of). However, several companies and individuals have created their own LEGO-compatible Christmas Nativity sets. Of course, you can always make your own LEGO Nativity set using pieces you likely already own.

Ultimate Bricks Kids Nativity Set. This large 315 piece LEGO Nativity set is so fun! Perfect for slightly older kids!

Pick it up for around $60 on Amazon.

LEGO Compatible Nativity Scene. If your preschooler and up loves LEGO, this is a fun nativity set to give them! This 72-piece LEGO compatible building block set is sure to be a hit!

Retails for $29.99 at Walmart.

LEGO Nativity Set with LEGO pieces. This Christmas Nativity Scene is a 122 piece kit that is built using LEGO building parts. It comes with easy-to-follow instructions too.

Retails for $36.00 from Etsy. (Check out other nativity sets for kids on Etsy)

LEGO Construction Block Nativity Set. With 200 LEGO-compatible construction pieces, your kids not only look and play with their nativity set but also build it! Complete with picture instructions, this child’s nativity set is fun for kids who like LEGOs and to construct.

Retails for $19.99-$23.99 at Amazon.

Miniature Nativity Scenes for Kids

If space in your home is at a premium, or you simply want smaller toys, then you may want to think about getting a child’s nativity set that is a “miniature nativity scene.” just keep in mind that mini means mini and probably not ideal for kids under 3.

Miniature Kids Nativity Scene. These adorable resin figurines are great for kids 3 and older to rearrange and play with! Perfect for advent calendars too.

Retails for around $17.99-$22.99 on Amazon.

Miniature Kids Nativity Set (Variation)

Just like the one above, but in a different style and coloring, these mini resin figurines are great for older toddlers and bigger kids to play and explain the story of Jesus.

Retails for around $24.99 on Amazon.

Fun Express Mini Christmas Nativity Set. When they say MINI they mean it! Perfect for little hands and small budgets.

Retails for $20.99-$33.29 on Amazon and Walmart. (Currently out of stock)Christmas Nativity Set for Youth. These 7 figurines are 2.5″ tall and are so cute and perfect for a child’s nativity set!

Retails for $9.94 at Walmart. (Currently out of stock)

Rubber Ducky Nativity Set. Bring the joy of the nativity into bathtime! These cute rubber duckies are such a fun nativity set for kids!

You can pick them up for around $14-16 on Amazon.

More Child’s Nativity Sets

In case you still haven’t found a kid nativity set you like, here are few more nativity activity sets!

What God Wants for Christmas. This nativity play set includes 7 gift boxes for your child to open along a “journey to Bethlehem” as a sort of mini advent calendar too! It also comes with a fun storybook, stable backdrop and stickers to help you design your own Biblical nativity scene.

This cute nativity playset retails for around $15 on Amazon!

Magnetic Nativity Set. With 11 heavy duty magnet pieces, this is a fun magnetic nativity set perfect for the fridge or other magnetic board you might have in your house. You can let the kids play and move around the pieces!

This retails for about $10 on Amazon.

Nativity Play Set for Kids. A sort of Little People knock off, this adorable playset is perfect for babies and toddlers. Plus it even comes with a “Birth of Baby Jesus” mini-storybook!

Retails for $20-$40 from Walmart (sold out) and Amazon.

Peanuts Christmas Nativity Figure Set. Who says the nativity set your kids play with has to be traditional? This is a super cute one for all the Peanuts lovers out there and their kids.

Retails for $19.99-$30 on Amazon and Walmart.

Light-up Nativity Scene Set. This cute “bigger than miniature nativity set” lights up inside the manger. Each ~ 4-inch tall figure is made from resin and is hand painted.

Pick it up for ~$14 on Amazon.

I hope you found one you like!! I worked hard to collect the very best kid nativity sets for you that I could find and where you could buy them too.

*Keep in mind that these often sell out, so be sure to buy them early!* For a shoppable list of sets sold on Amazon, check out my Amazon Idea List!

Regardless of what you use in your home, I hope that you’ll teach your children about the true meaning of Christmas and the story of Christ’s birth.

Be sure to check out some of my other Christmas posts too!

• 8 Traditional Stocking Stuffers
• 5 Fantastic Elf on the Shelf Alternatives
• 40+ Children’s Christmas Books that Focus on the Nativity Story
• 33 of the Best Gifts to Get Kids Playing Outdoors
• The Great Big List of Toys Kids Will Actually Play with for Years
• How to Limit Christmas Gifts to 3 or 4 Without Being a Scrooge
• 27 Free DIY Homemade Christmas Stockings Patterns and Tutorials

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