Collection: Janod

Janod creates toys for children from 12 months through to around 10 years old. Their range includes sensory and early-learning toys for babies and toddlers, creative activities and magnetic playsets for children aged 3 to 7, and more challenging puzzles and craft kits for older children aged 8 and above. All products display clear age guidance and meet European safety standards—with water-based paints specifically used on toys for children under 3.

Magnetibooks are one of Janod's most-loved products—portable magnetic playsets in a book-style case that opens to reveal a magnetic scene and themed magnets. Children arrange the pieces to complete pictures or create their own designs. Themes range from vehicles and animals to seasons and crazy faces. They're brilliantly compact for travel, encourage fine motor skills and creativity, and offer genuinely open-ended play. The book format means they store neatly on a shelf when not in use.

Janod is a French brand specialising in wooden and cardboard toys, founded in 1970 by Louis Janod in the Jura region of France—historically known as the heartland of French toy-making. Their 15-person design team remains based in Jura, creating colourful, contemporary toys that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern design. With over 50 years of heritage and more than 54 design awards, Janod toys are designed to be passed down through generations.

Janod designs toys with developmental benefits built in, though they prioritise joy and engagement over academic claims. Their wooden puzzles develop problem-solving and concentration, Magnetibooks support fine motor skills and creativity, and craft kits encourage artistic expression and following instructions. The emphasis is always on learning through play—children develop skills naturally whilst enjoying the activity. It's thoughtful French design that respects children's intelligence.

Janod is committed to reducing its environmental impact across production and packaging. Over 52% of their wood and cardboard products are FSC-certified (with a target of 70% by 2025), and they use water-based paints and vegetable-based inks throughout their range. Janod has eliminated plastic bags, windows and blisters from packaging—representing over 5.5 tonnes less plastic annually. They also partner with WWF on a responsible collection, donating 7% of sale proceeds to support conservation efforts.

Absolutely—Janod's contemporary French design and beautiful packaging make their products wonderful gifts for children aged 1 to 10. At Haliburtons & Co., we offer premium gift wrapping using FSC-certified sustainable paper in nine designs, expertly hand-wrapped in plastic-free packaging. Add a personalised message on a Haliburtons & Co. gift card and we can send directly to the recipient—perfect for birthdays, Christmas, or just because.