Use them as cake decorations and then they can be used as toys after the cake is eaten.
And if used on cupcakes each child can take their cake decoration/toy home as a party favor. Thus saving money by combining the cake decoration and the party favor in one.
Though you will need to be aware of small pieces with small children.
These Cake Toppers are durable and washable and can be bought online ready to use. Plastic cupcake toppers will add instant color and fun to any cake.
PS We have also found some fun edible cupcake toppers.