Toys That Teach: Holiday Gifts

12 months & up. This climber delivers a world of fun for toddlers. Includes a climbing rock wall designed for beginners and an adventurous tunnel for crawling through and hiding in. Perfect for building coordination and balance. Measures: 52"L x 23"W x 40"H. Platform height from ground to top of platform: 18"H.

12 months & up. Explore the magic of magnetic construction and polarity with Polydron KinderMag. Introduce children to their first magnetic shapes with these neutral, pastel-colored squares and triangles. The magnetic pieces can be stuck together with a simple snap to construct and create a variety of 2D patterns and 3D models. 48 chunky pieces that are easy for young hands to use. Set includes 24 squares and 24 triangles made of ABS plastic with ferrite magnets inside.

18 months & up. Engage early walkers with this spinning, flapping, twisting set of push toys. Beautiful wood designs and bright colors capture interest as little ones build coordination. Push toys measure 18" - 22" tall. Available individually or in a set of 2.

Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Marshmallow Bear! Simply warm up in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time. Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Marshmallow Bear measures 13" long.

Birth & up. Bring the classic Rainbow Fish story to life with this colorful soft companion plush and book set. Children will enjoy snuggling Rainbow Fish close as they learn about the importance of friendship and sharing through fun words and illustrations. The plush Rainbow Fish dazzles with his signature shimmery scale positioned amidst vibrant scales in shades of blue, green, purple, and pink. Made of short soft boa fabric with intricately embroidered accents, The Rainbow Fish reminds children… More »

12 months & up. Help your children gain confidence in their walking with this Dancing Alligator Bright Colored Pull Toy for Practicing Gross Motor Skills. This pull toy is perfect for promoting gross motor skills, color recognition, exploration, sensory development and fine motor skills. Children will delight as their dancing alligator companion clicks and clacks as they pull it along. Encourage your children to take this walking companion with them as they build the necessary muscles to walk… More »

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… More »

9 months & up. Little ones will enjoy exploring motion, sound, and lights with these colorful balls as they roll down the winding ramps! The Sparkle & Roll Ball Tower comes with 6 tower ramp levels that can be reconfigured for added fun. With 5 separate drop zones for little ones to drop the ball, the anticipation of where the ball will land, will surely keep their attention. Ball Tower includes 4 different colored light up and rattle balls and a sturdy base to store the balls. Made of high… More »

6 months & up. Baby Soft Clemmy® are the safest blocks available and are perfect for very young babies. Your child can play, chew or squish the blocks in complete safety. This fun car has different textures and openings to stimulate sensory development. Little hands can easily open and close the lid on the top of the car to get the blocks out. The 8 Soft Clemmy® Blocks can be used in and out of the car, stacked together to make a variety of new and creative shapes. This colorful set… More »

Birth & up. YOTTOY's cuddly My Friend Corduroy Bear has ultra-soft plush fur and different textures that infants find irresistible. Young ones will love to hold this sweet bear dressed in signature green corduroy overalls, complete with purple patch pocket. Corduroy Bear features hand-embroidered details, making him especially loveable. Snuggle with one of the most loved bears in children's literature basd on the bestselling book written and illustrated by Caldecott Medal winner, Don Freeman.… More »

Snuggle up with Piggie and Elephant plushies while you read! Make Mo Willem's story A Big Guy Took My Ball come to life with adorable Elephant and Piggie plushies. Act out scenarios in the book or continue the story on your own. Book was written and illustrated by Mo Willems. Hardcover. 64 Pages. Dimensions: 9" x 7". Plushies are handmade from soft, quality polyester fibers and filled with PE plastic pellets. For birth & up. Surface wash and air dry only. Elephant is 7" and Piggie… More »

Birth & up. Have fun playing a game of peek-a-boo, going to the beach, and learning how to get ready for bed with baby in this vibrantly-illustrated Indestructibles® Baby Book set. Your little one will enjoy stories they can literally "chew on." This set of 3 paperback books are illustrated by Kate Merritt and contain 6 pages each. Soft and paper-like, these books are chew proof, rip proof, non-toxic, and dishwasher and washing machine safe!

12 months & up. Build amazing constructions with the Magicube Magnetic - 24 Cube Set! With endless building opportunities, this set is ideal for encouraging problem solving and imagination. Perfect STEM toy for little learners, these eco-friendly recycled plastic cubes 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,… More »

12 months & up. These 2 musical books will brighten any day! Follow Ditty Bird on many musical journeys with 6 favorite children's songs and 6 favorite action songs. Through these two musical books, children will learn animals, letters, and parts of the body. Songs include 'The Wheels on the Bus', 'Five Little Ducks', 'Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes', 'B-I-N-G-O', 'Simon Says', 'Pat a Cake', 'I'm a Little Teapot' and many more. Includes 2 different books and batteries.

12 months & up. These musical books will brighten any day! Follow Ditty Bird on many musical journeys with 6 of his favorite bedtime songs and 6 of his favorite nursery rhymes. Through these two musical books, children will discover captive illustrations and familiar songs. Songs include 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star', 'Hush Little Baby', 'Itsy Bitsy Spider', 'Row Your Boat' and many more. Each book comes with three LR1130 batteries, instructions for replacement can be found on the back cover… More »

9 months & up. The Lights & Sounds Shape Sorter features 2 modes of play and can speak in 3 different languages! Each shape has unique sensory features. Kids enjoy learning colors and shapes as they align the shapes into the corresponding base. The bases light up and each play a sound when kids match the shape correctly. Begin with the shape sorter mode, once children have that down, turn on game mode to increase difficulty and fun! The Lights & Sounds Shape Sorter speaks 3 languages… More »

Birth & up. Your little one will love this adorable duo of Flora Fawn Taggies™ Blanket & Lovey! This super soft and cozy blanket features an attached sweet-faced fawn, 18 Taggies™ interactive looped ribbons, lavender satin liner, and embroidered detailing. Putty Fawn Lovey is a comforting, huggable cuddle toy made of super-soft, etched fabrics in warm tan brown and white, with embroidered white spots. For total softness and safety for little ones, Putty Fawn Lovey has embroidered… More »

Birth & up. Help bring the Velveteen Rabbit to life through love as you read his story and snuggle him close. This magical book and plush will ignite your little one's imagination and help show them the power of love. Book features classic, colorful illustrations from the original Velveteen Rabbit story. Plush features shimmery velveteen coat, pink satin ears, button-thread whiskers, a soft chenille tail, and hand-stitched details. Book is hardback and 33 pages long. Plush measures 10"H.

12 months & up. Four quadrants with a variety of activities! This award-winning beautiful solid wood activity center features 6 tracks with animal-themed gliders, 6 bead runs with colorful wooden beads, a spring flower, and more. Stands 22.5"H and 18"W. Winner of the Parents Magazine Best Toys of the Year 2014 and Scholastic Parent & Child Gold Star Toys Award Winner 2014.

12 months & up. Watch your whimsical animal friends twirl to the sounds of a sweet lullaby! The Friends Melody Box features adorable animal figurines that dance and spin on the magnetic surface to the tune of a soothing lullaby. Turn the key underneath the box to let the magic unfold. Figures are removable and safe for children. Made from quality wood, plastic, and metal. Music played is "Lullaby",by Franz Schubert and lasts approximately 2.5 minutes. Box measures 4.7" x 2.3".

12 months & up. Take a turn with Little Blue Truck and his farm friends with this new spin on the classic Jack-in-the-box. Hear "Pop Goes The Weasel" as the crank is turned until a plush Toad pops out! The beautifully decorated tin box features Jill McElmurry's illustrations of Little Blue Truck traveling down a muddy country road. Made of durable sturdy metal, this Jack-in-the-Box provides long-lasting fun and helps little ones develop auditory and visual awareness through play. Surface… More »

Birth & up. This Taggies™ Buddy Dog Baby Mat will add a new measure to play and sensory exploration. The plush texture is soothing, and the colorful ribbons offer a playful sensory exploration. The play mat folds easy for travel without causing damage to the durable backside. Babies should not be allowed to sleep while on the mat. Baby mat is easy to clean, machine wash and air dry. Measures 31"L x 23"W.

12 months & up. Bundled exclusively by Ditty Bird for customers here at Kaplan Early Learning, these musical books will brighten any day! Canciones de Animales (Animal Songs) is a book in Spanish with 6 fun songs about animals. This book is full of sweet illustrations of adorable animals to encourage babies and young children to sing and to learn Spanish words. Canciones de Cuna (Bedtime Songs) is also in Spanish, and is filled with 6 beautiful lullabies to enjoy with your little ones before… More »

Birth & up. Your little one can begin each day with a long, slow hug with the Taggies™ Molasses Sloth Blanket & Rattle! This super soft and cozy blanket features an attached sweet-faced sloth, 19 Taggies™ interactive looped ribbons, aqua satin liner, and embroidered detailing. The adorable rattle features an incredibly soft sloth with a captivating face and lots of Taggies™ interactive loop ribbons. The rattle on the inside and silicone teether on the outside make this… More »