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Fine Motor & Manipulatives

Strengthen fine motor skills through hands-on exploration with Kaplan’s manipulatives and learning tools. From puzzles and sorting activities to lacing, stacking, and building resources, these engaging materials help children develop hand-eye coordination, dexterity, problem-solving, and school readiness skills through purposeful play.

MAGNA-TILES® Dinos - 5 Piece Set
Item: 300176
Status: In Stock
$60.95
3 years & up. Introducing the first-of-their-kind, magnetic dinosaurs only from MAGNA-TILES®! These large magnetic dinosaurs have oversized play potential and are a great addition to your existing MAGNA-TILES® collection, or play with them on their own for some dino-mite fun! Includes dinosaurs; T-Rex, Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, Triceratops and Pteranodon. Made of food-grade ABS (BPA Free) plastic - free of phthalates and latex.
LEGO® DUPLO® Caring for Animals at the Farm - 10416
Item: 144870
Status: In Stock
$59.95
2 years & up. Let your little farmer's imagination run wild with the LEGO® DUPLO® Caring for Animals at the Farm playset! Designed for toddlers, this hands-on learning toy introduces kids to farm life through creative role-play and nurturing activities. With a farmhouse, stable, chicken coop, and hayloft, there's plenty to discover in this bustling farmyard. This adorable 8-figure set includes 2 horses, a sheep, a cat, a cow, a chicken, and even baby chicks! Toddlers can feed the animals, explore the farm, and even clean up the horse poop with a shovel! This 74-piece set encourages fine motor skill development, storytelling, and empathy through imaginative play. Built with toddler-friendly LEGO® DUPLO® bricks, this durable, high-quality farm set is made for little hands and big imaginations!
BendiBeads - Natural - Set of 12
Item: 37914
Status: In Stock
$69.95
3 years and up. Children can create linear, geometric and 3D builds using the uniquely flexible BendiBeads. Elastic strands can be twisted, connected, stretched and manipulated during hands-on play. Made from durable Poly+ material, each strand is designed to withstand continued use during indoor and outdoor play activities. Set includes 12 strands, each measuring 1" Diameter x 8"L and 10 double-sided cards with example builds.
MAGNA-TILES® Combo 62-Piece Set
Item: 301756
Status: In Stock
$64.95
3 years & up. Multiply making with this 62-Piece Set of MAGNA-TILES®. This set combines classic tiles and microMAGS tiles to give children different size options for their designs. Although it has a new twist, this set will still develop a host of important skills including building skills, spatial awareness skills, and shape recognition skills while captivating children with eye-catching colors and sharply contoured shapes - just like MAGNA-TILES® have been doing for almost 3 decades!
MAGNA-TILES® Downhill Duo - 40 Piece Set
Item: 300704
Status: In Stock
$79.95
3 years & up. Car-loving kiddos will surely enjoy the MAGNA-TILES® Downhill Duo, the first fully magnetic racing adventure that's designed for little hands and big imaginations! Part of the new MAGNA-TILES® In Motion collection, this set is ideal for inspiring creativity, building motor skills and supporting STEM learning. Set features 40 magnetic pieces including; 4 ramps, 2 vehicles, 2 figures, 6 road squares, 2 finish line rectangles, and 24 squares. Made of food-grade ABS (BPA Free) plastic - free of phthalates and latex.
MAGNA-TILES® Jungle Animals - 25 Piece Set
Item: 148175
Status: In Stock
$51.95
3 years & up. The MAGNA-TILES® Jungle Animal building set features 25 Jungle themed magnetic pieces. Let young imaginations run wild and free as they step into the tropical forest, where there is an abundance of vibrant greenery and earthy tones, as well as unique wildlife. Add this magnetic tile set to any MAGNA-TILES® collection to create endless patterns or practice shape recognition. Through play, your child will learn different shapes and their unique properties and characteristics. Made of food-grade ABS (BPA Free) plastic - free of phthalates and latex. Set includes special pieces; sloth, leopard, tiger hippo, caiman, & patterned pieces.
BendiBeads - Rainbow - Set of 12
Item: 37915
Status: In Stock
$69.95
3 years and up. Children can create linear, geometric and 3D builds using the uniquely flexible BendiBeads. Made from translucent plastic, these colorful BendiBeads come to life when used during light play. Elastic strands can be twisted, connected, stretched and manipulated during hands-on play indoors or outdoors. Set includes 12 strands, each measuring 1" Diameter x 8"L and 10 double-sided cards with example builds.
PolyForm Star Connectors - 35 Pieces
Item: 300589
Status: In Stock
$54.95
2 years & up. Encourage creative play, tactile exploration, and open-ended building using the PolyForm Star Connectors set. Children can easily fit the unique pieces into each other, building horizontally or vertically and creating exciting new shapes. Manipulating uniquely shaped objects requires children to use their fingers and hands in precise ways. The varied shapes also challenge children to adapt their grip and movement, further enhancing their dexterity. The vibrant pieces will help children develop color recognition and fine motor skills while they build spatial awareness and critical thinking skills. Set includes 35 pieces and activity cards.
Wooden Mosaic Set with Grid
Item: 300567
Status: In Stock
$52.95
3 years & up. Children will love to create their own mosaic with the Wooden Mosaic Set with Grid! Use one of the 20 designs that are included in the set, or encourage them to design their own pattern. Set features a wooden grid to help keep the shapes in place. Includes 50 squares and 56 triangles made from FSC® certified beech wood, 1 wooden grid made from FSC® certified plywood, and 10 double-sided work cards. Wooden grid measures 10" x 10".
Hashmag Polydron Magnetic Construction Set - 24 Pieces
Item: 148283
Status: In Stock
$79.95
3 years & up. Explore an exciting new method of magnetic construction with Polydron HashMag - Magnetic Rainbow Construction Set . The unique shapes come in 6 stunning translucent colors, ideal for playing against a light source! Hashmag is ideal for developing fine motor skills and exploring the construction of 2D nets and 3D models. Polydron HashMag has a color coding system to help develop an understanding of polarity and is compatible with Magnetic Polydron. Includes 12 squares and 12 equilateral pieces. Building guide included for inspiration. BPA free.
Twisty Tools Nuts and Bolts Set - 84 Pieces
Item: 300590
Status: In Stock
$64.95
18 months & up. Integrate early STEM learning into playtime with the Twisty Tools Nuts and Bolts Set. This set comes with 84 pieces that children can connect to one another in lots of interesting ways. To fit the nuts onto the bolts, children must figure out which nuts and bolts have matching patterns and designs. This quest will strengthen children's matching skills, shape recognition skills, and pattern recognition skills. Largest piece measures 1.7"L x 4"W. Smallest piece measures 1.5"L x 1.5"W x .8"H.
Goobi® Construction Set
Item: 145465P
Status: In Stock
$80.95 - $139.95
3 years & up. This magnetic construction set allows children to explore magnetism safety and learn about its attractive and repulsive properties. By incorporating the unique Goobi® tripod design, this construction set enables young builders to create rigid cubical structures with more design possibilities! A valuable STEM learning resource. Introduces children to magnetism, structures, geometry, physics, architecture, and engineering. Improves children's fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and problem solving skills. Comes in seven assorted colors: red, orange, yellow, lime, green, blue, and purple. Goobi® Construction Set (110 Pieces) includes: 56 Magnetic bars (2.36" each), 33 Iron balls, 21 Tripods, and a Design booklet. Goobi® Construction Class Pack (180 Pieces) includes: 84 Magnetic bars (2.36" each), 61 Iron balls, 35 Tripods, Design booklet, and a Plastic storage case,
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MAGNA-TILES® Arctic Animals - 25 Piece Set
Item: 148174
Status: Only 6 left
$51.95
3 years & up. The MAGNA-TILES® Arctic Animals building set features 25 Arctic themed magnetic pieces. Children will explore the diverse and dramatic landscapes that include sea, ice, glaciers, mountains and the majestic animals that inhabit this special land. Add this magnetic tile set to any MAGNA-TILES® collection to create endless patterns or practice shape recognition. Through play, your child will learn different shapes and their unique properties and characteristics. Made of food-grade ABS (BPA Free) plastic - free of phthalates and latex. Set includes special pieces; seal, two polar bears, whale, penguin, and patterned pieces.
Magicube Magnetic Shapes - 25 Pieces
Item: 300325
Status: In Stock
$83.95
12 months & up. Build amazing constructions with the Magicube Magnetic Shapes - 25 Pieces! This new exciting magnetic building block set features 4 different shapes and includes 4 magnetic wheels so children can create their very own vehicle. Perfect STEM toy for little learners, these 100% recycled plastic blocks can be attached on any side, making building easy. The smooth edge design allows children to play without hurting themselves on sharp edges. Cubes are sized large, perfectly for small hands. Magnetic blocks are 100% waterproof, making them easy to clean. Instruction booklet included.
LEGO® Classic Medium Brick Box - 10696
Item: 31559
Status: In Stock
$51.95
4 years & up. Unlock endless building possibilities with the LEGO® Classic Medium Brick Box! With 484 colorful pieces, including eyes, windows, and wheels, this versatile set supports hands-on STEM learning, fine motor development, and open-ended imaginative play. Children can build houses, vehicles, windmills, and more, making it ideal for both classroom and home use. Designed with beginner builders in mind, it encourages creativity, collaboration, and spatial reasoning. The included storage box keeps everything organized and makes cleanup a breeze.
Colorful Magnetic Tiles Geometry Pack - 40 Pieces
Item: 300875
Status: Only 11 left
$74.95
3 years & up. Facilitate STEM skill development with the Colorful Magnetic Tiles Geometry Pack. Featuring hexagons and triangles with a unique bevel design in 8 different hues, this pack encourages exploration of geometric concepts such as shapes, lines, angles, dimensions, and fractions and STEM concepts such as magnetism and color. Add this pack to other magnetic tile collections to create patterns, pyramids, dodecagons, mandalas, and so much more!
Tactile Counting Stones
Item: 142483
Status: In Stock
$59.95
3 years & up. The Tactile Counting Stones display number arrays from 1 to 10. These stones are a great resource to introduce and support math concepts including counting, number recognition, subitizing, and number bonds. Ideal for sensory math investigations. Made from a unique stone mix and durable for use in sand, water, and outside. Stones measure 3". Included: 20 Tactile Counting Stones, with two stones of each number 1 to 10.
MAGNA-TILES® Farm Animals - 25 Piece Set
Item: 300174
Status: Only 5 left
$52.95
3 years & up. Time for some MAGNA-TILES® fun down on the farm! The MAGNA-TILES® Farm Animals building set features 25 farm themed magnetic pieces. Set features 4, unique, full-magnetic barnyard buddies and the first-ever magnetic fence pieces. Add this magnetic tile set to any MAGNA-TILES® collection to create endless patterns or practice shape recognition. Set includes; chicken, horse, cow, pig, 10 fence pieces, and more! Made of food-grade ABS (BPA Free) plastic - free of phthalates and latex.
MAGNA-TILES® Dino World - 40 Piece Set
Item: 300175
Status: In Stock
$95.95
3 years & up. Volcanic explosions, molten lava and hours of imaginative play are bursting from the Dino World set! Four, oversized, fully-magnetic dinosaurs navigate a rocky volcanic terrain that puts the steam in STEAM learning. Turn up the heat on screen-free fun and imaginative play possibilities with this fun and ferocious new addition to the MAGNA-TILES® collection. Set features volcanic themed tiles and 4 dinosaurs; T-Rex, Velociraptor, Stegosaurus, and Pteranodon with moving parts and unique colors not found in other sets. Made of food-grade ABS (BPA Free) plastic - free of phthalates and latex.
Snap and Stack Thistle Blocks - 220 Pieces
Item: 300585
Status: In Stock
$64.95
18 months & up. Encourage creative play, tactile exploration, and open-ended building using the Snap and Stack Thistle Block set. Children can easily fit the durable plastic bristles together to create satisfying connections and construct anything their imagination can inspire. A variety of pieces will help children develop color and shape recognition as well as size relationships and pattern building. This 220-piece set allows for large builds independently or collaboratively.
Resources: Earth's Elements at Play - 144 Pieces
Item: 91277
Status: In Stock
$73.95
3 years & up. Inspire and be inspired with this set of 144 unique, soft formed loose parts that mimic elements we see in the world around us. The law of gravity will test a child's patience, concentration and problem solving skills while creating imaginative structures. The set includes loose parts that represent water, trees, bricks, wood, steel, stones, a ball and people. The idea guide is full of images that will help spark imaginations and inspire new creations.
Transparent Light and Color Blocks - 108 Pieces
Item: 31535
Status: In Stock
$74.95
3 years & up. A rainbow assortment of 6 different colors and 6 different shapes make up this set of plastic translucent building blocks. These colorful Transparent Light and Color Blocks area great way to promote creativity. They also make a perfect accessory for a light table. Encourage children to get creative and build a unique block structure. For further learning encourage children to identify the colors and shapes of the blocks they are using. Largest block measures 3.9" x 1.3". 108 piece set.
Kid K'NEX® Education Set with 131 Pieces
Item: 82068
Status: In Stock
$90.95
3 - 7 years. This K'Nex set is ideal for children with varying manipulative skills. Build 8 models with corresponding cards or create your own one-of-a-kind creature using the 131 piece set. This set includes 10 vibrant and hypnotic eyes, as well as a pair of ears that can also be used as wings. Each group building set can accommodate 6 to 8 children. Clean up is easy with this handy, reusable container with lid. Building with K'NEX® puts children on a path towards a fundamental understanding of STEAM/STEM subjects.
Wood Stackers: Standing Stones - 20 Pieces
Item: 32427
Status: In Stock
$54.95
2 years & up. Invite children to build thoughtfully and creatively with these Wood Stackers. Made with organic, natural materials, these geometrically intricate stones spark a child's curiosity to create structures that resemble ancient landmarks. Each wooden block is sanded smooth to highlight the beautiful gradient of the original wood. The variety of sizes will also help children understand concepts like weight, dimension, and balance. Set of 20.