Toys That Teach: Holiday Gifts

18 months & up. Create an inspiring art center with this beautifully crafted, multi-sided easel. The adjustable, upright surface allows children to draw and paint with the fine movement enjoyed by professional artists and the ability to fully focus on their creation. Soft plastic clips secure papers in place while children create their works of art. Plastic paint cups are removable and easily washable once painting is done. The plastic trays are also removable for easy cleaning. Knobs on top… More »

18 months - 5 years. This classic kid powered car has a whole new look. New features include removable floor and a handle on the back for parent controlled push rides. Designed with a comfortable high seat back with cup-holders and storage in the rear. Includes special features like an "ignition switch" and an open-and-close gas cap. Rolls on rugged, durable tires and front wheels spin 360 degrees. Weight limit up to 50 lbs. Assembly required. Measures 29.5"L x 16.5"W x 33.5"H. Made in the USA.

12 months & up. A rocking horse with contemporary style! This fun bright rocking horse will liven up any bedroom or playroom. Horse is smoothly rounded with a high back seat. Features easy-grip handles, low saddle for stability, and comes fully assembled. Weight limit 50 lbs. Made in the USA.

18 months - 5 years. A roomy pickup truck that includes a flatbed with a drop-down tailgate, rugged wheels, opening gas cap, and a steering wheel with a working horn. This truck-styled riding toy is ideal for toddlers and preschoolers. Assembly required. Made in the USA.

18 months & up. Allow children to explore nature with this unique set of wooden blocks. Each block is a peculiar shape that invites and makes balancing and stacking a challenge to conquer. The unique shaped pieces, combined with the unlimited building possibilities, will help develop hand-eye coordination and spatial skills while having fun! This set will also promote fine motor skills and block play. Includes an eco-friendly cotton storage bag. Set of 12 unique wooden shapes.

2 years & up. An upgrade from the classic nesting toy, the extremely resilient and durable pieces in the Discovery Stackers - Natural Tall Arch set enhance open-ended play indoors and outdoors. The heightened arch shapes encourage children to explore relationships in balance and organic geometry. With a gradated, nature-inspired color scheme this arched set bridges the gaps between various play patterns and brings a new life to light play. Sets include 5 solid, arched pieces and double-sided… More »

2 years & up. Add to your child's play kitchen with this enticing 101 piece food assortment set. Enhance pretend play with foods such as fruits, vegetables, meats, breads, pastries, sandwiches, Italian, Mexican, Japanese, and Chinese foods. Foods may vary.

18 months & up. This set of five multicultural vests offers a collection of patterns and materials from around the world. As children begin to notice differences such as gender and hair color, this is an opportune time to share examples of diversity in an effort to teach children to respect, accept, and celebrate diversity.

18 months & up. Toddlers will love taking their baby for a walk with this stroller sized just for them. Fits baby dolls up to 12". Design features give this stroller a realistic look and feel without being collapsible, minimizing the risk of pinched fingers. Measures 10"W" x 21"H x 13"D. Doll sold separately. Fabric may vary.

2 years & up. An upgrade from the classic nesting toy, the extremely resilient and durable pieces in the Discovery Stackers - Natural House set enhance open-ended play indoors and outdoors. The pentagonal inspired shapes encourage children to explore relationships in perpendicular and parallel forms. The simplified, house-like shapes innately suggest a dramatic play community theme, bridging the gaps between various play patterns. Bring new life to light play with sets featuring a gradated,… More »

2 years & up. An upgrade from the classic nesting toy, the extremely resilient and durable pieces in the Discovery Stackers - Rainbow Arch set enhance open-ended play indoors and outdoors. The curved shapes encourage children to explore relationships in balance and organic geometry. This arched set bridges the gaps between various play patterns and brings a new life to light play. Set includes 5 solid, arched pieces and double-sided inspiration cards complete with ideas for play, relevant vocabulary,… More »

18 months & up. Pretend shopping is learning through role-play. This durable shopping cart will hold a basket full of play food and other important items that make up the shopping list. Special wheels won't scuff the floors and can be used inside and out. Shopping cart measures 9.4"W x 22.4"H x 15.9"D. Play food and accessories sold separately.

 2 years & up. Bring life to any block play community with the vibrant Discovery People - Rainbow. With bright rainbow hues, these simplified people shapes will enhance dramatic play opportunities during traditional block play and seamlessly complement the rest of the Discovery collection during light and sensory exploration. Each set includes 16 solid figures: 8 tall figures and 8 short figures in assorted colors. Taller figures measure 1.3"W x 2.8"H.

Birth & up. Cuddly and soft, these baby safe 12" soft body dolls help develop motor skills and eye-hand coordination. Each doll has an animal shaped rattle in one hand and a crackle sound in the other to stimulate the senses of sight, hearing and touch. Color and fabric may vary. Surface washable.

12 months & up. Instill a sense of wonder into children as they see this toy twirl and spin! Drop the vibrant discs onto the threaded corkscrew pole and watch children's eyes widen as the shapes spin and wobble. For more stable stacking, simply flip the reversible base over. Each disc is dual-colored, solid, and BPA-free. This visually stimulating toy encourages hand-eye coordination and baby engineering skills. It's colorful stacking like you have never seen before! Measure 16" tall. Includes:… More »

12 months & up. Beautifully detailed life-like features, soft bodies, and easy-to-dress outfits make these dolls a child's favorite. With cute outfits and adorable expressions, these soft, cuddly baby dolls are perfect for little ones to love, feed, and sing to sleep. Each doll has its own pacifier and baby bottle. The pacifier is attached to the outfit; with no buttons or zippers on clothing. No eyelashes or open-close eyelids. BPA and phthalate-free. Ethnic dolls include African American,… More »

6 months & up. Mirrors are important tools that foster a young child's self-awareness, self-esteem, intellectual curiosity and cognitive development. Made from durable birch plywood and safe, shatterproof acrylic mirrors, this unique play space encourages a young child's coordination and confidence as they crawl and move around. May see hairline scratches over time. Measures 24"L x 24"W x 8"H.

18 months & up. Introduce bright, fun animal prints to your dramatic play center with this Horse Dress-Up Vest. Pretend play promotes imagination, creativity, and storytelling. The no closure design makes it easy to put on and take off. Machine wash cold.

A playful yet practical addition to any classroom environment, this easy-to-clean washable wicker basket provides convenient storage for toys and learning materials. The fun shape and natural tone and texture of this durable basket adds a unique layer of playful possibility to traditional classroom storage. Authentic materials and recognizable shapes invite children to touch and interact. To wash use mild detergents, or soap and water on a damp cloth. Do not use window-cleaners or abrasive products… More »

18 months & up. Introduce bright, fun animal prints to your dramatic play center with this Dog Dress-Up Vest. Pretend play promotes imagination, creativity, and storytelling. The no closure design makes it easy to put on and take off. Machine wash cold.

18 months & up. Introduce bright, fun animal prints to your dramatic play center with this Cat Dress-Up Vest. Pretend play promotes imagination, creativity, and storytelling. The no closure design makes it easy to put on and take off. Machine wash cold.

A playful yet practical addition to any classroom environment, this easy-to-clean washable wicker basket provides convenient storage for toys and learning materials. The fun shape and natural tone and texture of this durable basket adds a unique layer of playful possibility to traditional classroom storage. Authentic materials and recognizable shapes invite children to touch and interact. To wash use mild detergents, or soap and water on a damp cloth. Do not use window-cleaners or abrasive products… More »

18 months & up. Introduce bright, fun animal prints to your dramatic play center with this Cow Dress-Up Vest. Pretend play promotes imagination, creativity, and storytelling. The no closure design makes it easy to put on and take off. Machine wash cold.

18 months & up. This is another classic toy from 1965! This See 'n Say Farmer Says helps children learn about different farm animal sounds by simply turning the arrow to the corresponding animal and listening for the sound. Use this classic in a lesson about farm animals and encourage children to repeat the sounds they hear from each animal. Animals and sounds include sheep, dog, duck, frog, horse, coyote, rooster, pig, cow, bird, cat, and turkey. 2 AA batteries required, included.