Toys That Teach: Holiday Gifts

2 years & up. Mix and match the magnetic wooden puzzle pieces to make an endless variety of delightful animal characters. The magnetic backed surface keeps the puzzle pieces in place so toddlers can easily manipulate the pieces into the animals of their choice. The Magnetic Crazy Animal Puzzle Set includes 8 different animals with three pieces each. The Magnetic Silly Animal Puzzle Set includes 6 different animals with 4 pieces each.

Ages 2 years & up. Be transported to the ocean with these beautifully tactile stones that reflect the natural treasures children might discover at the seashore! Designed for outdoor learning and investigative play, the stones are robust for lots of outside adventures! Made from a unique stone mix, they are durable enough to be used in water, dirt, mud and clay, and are easily cleaned. Perfect for outdoor discoveries, compare with the real things, make imprints in dough or sand, and make rubbings… More »

2 years & up. Dive into the wonders of the ocean with this set of 8 beautiful, tactile fish. With their realistic markings and textures, these fish encourage sensory exploration and imaginative play as children tell stories about the watery habitats they create. Made from a durable stone resign, these vibrant creatures are perfect for use in water or sand, and are easy to clean after a day of nautical adventures. The markings can be felt as well as seen, and children will enjoy making imprints… More »

2 years & up. Original and unique, the Translucent My First Octoplay Class Set will challenge creative minds. The translucent-colored textured surfaces make the shapes very tactile and incorporate sensory play. Connecting the pieces is simple and easy for small hands. Transform this set into animals, flowers, people, and more! The poles can be used for both, building more intricate models, and also for storing the pieces when not in use. All pieces are made from 100% recycled material. Made… More »

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.

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 »

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. This sand and water table is loaded with action, including two bridges, ramps, cups, and boats. The included 42" removable umbrella keeps the play table safely shaded from the sun, and the cover fastens on securely at night for protection against the elements. The lid also doubles as an exciting track for cars! Assembly required. Holds up to 10 lbs of sand and 3 gallons of water. Weighs 22 lbs. Measures 42.5"W x 23"H x 24"D.

18 months & up. Introduce children to the joy of artistic discovery with the Magic Coloring Set. Just add water to the pen, and let the children use it to color in the animal. As they color, children will discover the beautiful design that is underneath the outline! Once the water dries, the color disappears and the coloring sheets can be used again and again. Set features 8 animal coloring sheets; 2 mice, 2 cats, 2 owls, 2 bears, and 2 water pens.

2 years & up. Whip up hours of imaginative fun with the Toddler Kitchen Accessories Bundle! Little chefs can dress the part with the chef apron, then serve up pretend meals using the play dishes and food sets. This complete play kitchen collection encourages creativity, cooperation, and healthy eating habits through hands-on dramatic play. Perfect for classrooms or home playrooms, it's a recipe for joyful learning and endless fun!

Ages 2 years & up. These beautifully tactile stones reflect the natural treasures children might discover in the outdoor world. Designed for outdoor learning, investigative play and forest school, the stones are robust for lots of outside adventures! Made from a unique stone mix, they are durable enough to be used in water, soil, mud and clay, and are easily cleaned. Go on a nature hunt and compare with the real things, make imprints in dough and make rubbings using wax crayons. Set contains… More »

18 months - 5 years. Pump gas into the cars as they drive around the roads. Three weather-proof fuel buttons that make six fun sounds when kids stop to 'fill up'. There's a hose with a pretend nozzle and a credit card swipe that can be used with a special cut-out credit card. Two AA batteries are included. Made in the USA. Measures 13.5"L x 8.5"W x 17.5"H.

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.

2 years & up. Children can serve up sushi dinner for the whole family with this Sushi Play Food Set! Set features salmon roe, tamago, shrimp with a rubber tail, tuna, and salmon. Also includes 2 sheets of seaweed, a sushi tray, a shoyu bottle, and a sauce dish. Made in Thailand using chemical-free rubberwood, organic pigments, and water-based dyes. Sushi tray measures 3.35"L x x 7.68"W x .71"H.

Birth and up. Teach young children basic character traits with the You Are Awesome book series. Using intriguing photographs and simple but engaging language, this series shows children simple ways to practice virtue in everyday life. The series also explains how treating others well will improve one's own physical and emotional well-being. Simply put, these books will empower children to become better classmates, better playmates, and better friends.

18 months & up. Turn the gears in children's brains with Insect Friend Geo Blocks & Gears. This engaging toy has 3 interconnected gears that rest on the same wooden platform. To build the gears, children must match each gear with its 2 toppers (a shape and an animal). Once they do, children will observe how moving one gear moves all three and learn an important principle of movement.

2 years & up. Enable play to take flight with this charming collection of Sensory Play Stones: Butterflies. The tactile, realistic detailing will inspire curiosity and conversation while providing lots of wonderful sensory feedback. Sturdy bases permit lots of imaginative play possibilities and create solid foundations for children's vocabulary and storytelling skills to grow. To top it all off, the butterflies are easy to clean and able to withstand water, soil, mud, and clay. Set features… More »

2 years & up. Raised sandbox with lid keeps sand clean and has a molded roadway for added fun. Sensory play is a great way for young children to learn about the world through sight, sound and touch. Whether it's filled with sand or taken indoors to use with macaroni or beans, this design gives children many ways to explore. Includes 2 shovels, one pot and 2 scoops. Holds up to 40 lbs. of sand (not included). Easy assembly. Measures 36"L x 26"W x 16"H.

2 years & up. Children can prepare a European-style appetizer that's guaranteed to impress their guests with this Cheese & Charcuterie Board Play Set! Set features 2 pickled cucumbers, 2 strawberries, 2 crackers, 1 block of brie cheese, 2 slices of gouda cheese, 1 sliceable roll of salami, 1 knife, 1 sauce cup, 1 spoon, and 1 cutting board. Made in Thailand using chemical-free rubberwood, organic pigments, and water-based dyes. Cutting board measures 4.9"L x 8.5"W x .4"H.

12 months & up. Exclusively bundled by Ditty Bird for Kaplan Early Learning customers, these Spanish musical books are sure to brighten any day! Canciones de Animales (Animal Songs) features six fun, sing-along songs about animals, including favorites like La Vaca Lola, Un Elefante Se Balanceaba, and En la Granja de Mi Tío, paired with charming illustrations that encourage young children to sing and learn Spanish words. Canciones de Cuna (Bedtime Songs) includes six gentle lullabies perfect… More »

6 months & up. Gentle, playful curves and unique grippable texture engage the youngest child's tactile experiences. Young minds revel in stacking, toppling, and the discovery of endless ingenuity with this Tobbles Neo set. Weighted pieces invite investigation from toddlers, as they can't get enough of these gentle, playful curves. Includes 6 weighted pieces in bright colors that stack, topple, nest and spin and 1 base. Made with ABS Plastic, BPA-Free.

2 years & up. These versatile hardwood-framed stacking blocks have six stacking squares and smooth, rounded corners and edges for safety, with inset magnified acrylic windows. The magnification stacking blocks are ideal for exploring natural, tactile, and other detailed materials found inside or in nature. This set also promotes fine motor skills and block play. Encourage children to build their own unique structures. Enhance STEM-based activities with this set, perfect for group or individual… More »

12 months & up. Spark creativity with the Montessori Colorful Pegboard! This pegboard encourages children to practice patterning by stacking and sorting 16 colorful pieces: 4 each in green, yellow, red, and blue. With an ergonomic design, these pieces are easy to handle and stack in endless ways, inspiring imaginative play and fine motor skill development.

12 months & up. Exclusively bundled by Ditty Bird for Kaplan Early Learning, this delightful musical book set is sure to brighten any day! In Farm Animal Sounds, children follow Ditty Bird on fun musical adventures featuring five favorite farm animal sounds - "moo," "baa," "quack," and more, along with a cheerful farm animals song. In Touch the Cute Animals, little ones explore five real-life animal sounds paired with engaging touch-and-feel elements, like the bunny's… More »