Best Children’s Flatware Sets

Part of our responsibility as parents is to teach children proper manners. This undoubtedly extends to table and dining etiquette. One of the best things you can do is to start using child-sized flatware from an early age. This will make it easier for kids to transition as they get older, not to mention the added bonus of cutting down on messes. Below, we’ll go over four of the best children’s flatware options on the market today. With a variety of styles, sizes, and overall designs, you’re sure to find the perfect flatware set for your kiddos.

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Best For Large Families

 24 Piece Stainless Steel Kids Cutlery

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Bulk Set of Children’s Flatware. This cutlery set comes with 24 pieces of high-quality children’s flatware — perfect for larger families.

What we liked

With 24 pieces of child-sized flatware, this kids’ cutlery set is perfect for large families or day cares. Your kids will love using this set, as each piece is adorned with a friendly animal or flower figure. Notably, all forks and knives feature rounded edges, making this set extra safe. The stainless steel flatware is dishwasher safe, too, which is perfect for easy cleanup. Get it here. 

Best Overall

CHILLOUT LIFE 12 Piece Stainless Steel Kids Silverware Set

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Sturdy Silverware. This sturdy silverware set is made to last, thanks to its high-quality construction. 

What we liked

For a sturdy, scratch-free silverware set that’s made for kids, this is an excellent choice. This silverware is BPA-free and dishwasher safe, making it a great choice for any home. All pieces of cutlery are properly rounded to keep kids safe while they learn how to use silverware. And they’re cute, too! Children will love the embedded fun fruit designs forged into each utensil. Buy it now. 

Most Portable

Re-Play Made in USA 8pk Utensils

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Child-Safe Utensils. These utensils are super durable and made out of recycled plastic.

What we liked

Made in the USA, these utensils are designed to please with over ten different color options for kids to choose from. The dishwasher safe flatware is made out of BPA-free plastic recycled from milk jugs. We love how thin and easy this flatware set is to use, even for smaller hands. Overall, this is an excellent portable pick that kids will love using on a regular basis. Buy it here.

Most Stylish

Oneida Baby/Child Paul Revere 6 Pc. Progress Set

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Stunning Silverware. Showing off a sleek, stainless steel appearance, this silverware set fits right in with adult cutlery.

What we liked

This beautiful silverware set is super stylish and never needs polishing. The dishwasher safe flatware is easy to clean and features child-safe rounded tips. Plus, with an included limited lifetime warranty, you can be sure that your purchase is properly protected. Overall, this durable, six-piece children’s silverware set is perfect for transitioning kids to standard silverware. Get it now. 

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