Life is simpler when you’re putting one block on top of another, and LEGO Duplo Disney is the perfect way for pre-schoolers to build and learn while enjoying open-ended play. Here, Mickey, Minnie and Pluto join the sandbox.

What we love: The interactive scenes encourage curiosity, creativity and experimentation. Levels help with shapes and colours, while also developing motor skills and the ability to focus on a task. There are jigsaws and puzzles to solve, music and cameras to interact with, boats to sail, fish to catch and loads more.

Quick tip: Most of the elements within an environment – such as the sun and clouds – are interactive. Tap the funnel on Mickey’s boat, for example, and it will let out a satisfying toot!

Meet the creator: StoryToys also makes the popular Duplo World and LEGO Duplo Marvel (Captain America rescues cats from trees – it’s cute!) apps. Check out its My Very Hungry Caterpillar app too – it can help toddlers develop nurturing skills.