Toys That Teach: Holiday Gifts

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. Facial expressions may vary.

4 years & up. Set creativity free with the Spaghetteez Flexible Construction & Building Set! Spaghetteez are soft, flexible building sticks that easily click together to make colorful creations. Spaghetteez develop fine motor skills, encourage 3D insight, and stimulate creative thinking. Spaghetteez also make great fidget toys because they bend and twist without making noise. Set contains soft craft sticks in different lengths and colors (the longest stick is 12"), various accessories… More »

3 years & up. Learn money and basic math skills as children practice coin identification, addition, subtraction and place value. Great for pretend play exercises and learning basic calculator skills. The automatic shutoff saves on batteries. Requires 3 C batteries, sold separately. Includes play money, coupon, and play credit card.

12 months & up. Deepen toddlers' understanding of the world around them with this set of Curious Cats Books. Using bold colors, curved lines, and simple yet engaging text, these board books walk toddlers through the fundamentals of colors, numbers, shapes, and weather. The books' sturdy construction also enables toddlers to hold the books in their hands and interact with them in other tactile ways.

2 years & up. The diversity fastening doll offers children many ways to practice fine motor skills. Through zippers, buttons, snaps, buckles, and shoe laces, children will learn to undress and dress themselves. This doll will also assist students in developing respect for diversity of genders and races. This doll can also help users learn about their community and others around the world. Machine washable. Clothing styles may vary.

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… More »

3 years & up. This set of Translucent Sensory Gem Cubes features acrylic cubes perfect for color mixing, stacking, and balancing. Place cubes on a light panel or hold them in front of a window to create colorful shadows and watch colors dance. These colorful manipulatives are appealing for children to handle, which makes them an excellent resource for open-ended, sensory play. The high-quality, solid acrylic cubes are easy to wash and are designed to last for years of classroom or center use.… More »

3 years & up. Little ones will enjoy taking care of their baby just like a real parent, with the Baby Doll Bathtub with Shower & Rubber Duck! The Bathtub and Shower is the essential bath time accessory for all dolls that can go in the water. When the tub is filled with water, push down on the button and use the shower attachment to bathe and rinse off a favorite doll. The bathtub and shower require no batteries and are part of the Mon Grand Poupon Corolle Collection of dolls, fashions, and… More »

3 years & up. MAGNA-TILES® Metropolis allows you to create spinning windmills, houses, cars, skyscrapers, and more with all new shapes and spinners. Tiles are designed with magnets on all sides that cause them to attract even when they are flipped. Ideal for teaching spatial relationships, math, logic, and problem-solving through creative building. Includes 110 Magnetic building tiles with 3 new shapes: A spinner, windows, and quarter circles.

3 years & up. Kids can have a grill of their very own to show off their grilling skills! Features a collapsible side table, double-sided grate, adjustable dials, working hood, bottom shelf for storage, and moveable wheels for transportable fun. Includes 22-piece Shish Kabob set: two skewers, two fish, two steaks, two sausage pieces, two green pepper slices, two chicken pieces, two shrimp, two mushrooms, two tofu pieces, ketchup and mustard bottles, and a pair of tongs. Grill is made from Birch… More »

3 years & up. If the balls in your ball run need an upgrade, the Ball Run Wooden Replacement Ball Pack has you covered. This pack will enhance the play experiences and creative possibilities that children have with magnetic tile collections, especially the Colorful Magnetic Tiles Ball Run (300872). Available as a set of 16 or 32.

2 years & up. Bring cities and neighborhoods to life with the Community Block Builders Bundle! This engaging set includes the Traditional International Homes Set, Community Blocks Set, Double-Sided Roadway System, and Mini Wooden Vehicles. Children can design vibrant towns, connect roads, and drive vehicles through imaginative streets, all while developing spatial reasoning, fine motor skills, and cooperative play. Perfect for classrooms or playrooms, this bundle inspires hands-on learning and endless creative fun!

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 »

2 - 5 years. Children gain a feeling of safety and security as they learn to balance and glide on the Mini Cruiser Lightweight Balance Bike! This no-pedal bike is perfect for children ages 2 - 5. The ultra-lightweight balance bike weighs only 4.9 lbs and is extremely tough! Balance Bike is manufactured from fiberglass reinforced nylon (polyamide) and can be left outside without the worry of rusting. Height adjustable seat. Handlebar height: 20". Seat height: 12.6" - 16.1". Length:… More »

2 years & up. Encourage children to explore their creativity as they build and discover basic engineering skills. My First Polydron Gears Set is ideal for introducing younger children to the concept of STEM, using gears. Assemble structures using squares and add gears by simply pushing them into place. Once connected, turn one gear and see the rest of them rotate! Not only do the gears mesh together on a flat surface, but also at an angle of 90 degrees. Features 36 durable, lightweight plastic… More »

18 months & up. Enable children to discover beautiful, colorful designs all by themselves with the Forest Friends Coloring Kit. Simply give children the jumbo pencil and watch them reveal the patterns on the template. No matter what or where children try to color, the pencil will only color the predetermined areas that are part of the design. This means that children play a part in making the design come to life while still following the template. Single Set includes 12 animal-shaped cards and… More »

3 years & up. Realistic sandstone and paver-styled picnic table includes a removable 5' wide umbrella. Wide contoured benches will seat six kids comfortably. Rugged molded plastic is easy to clean and resists fading. Great for picnics, games, and projects. Measures 43"W x 20.5"H x 41"D. Does not meet CPSC or ASTM standards for public playgrounds. Limit six kids, maximum weight 300 lbs. Minimal adult assembly.

3 years & up. Never has building been so wild than with these colorful and different bricks. Designed to snap together right side up and upside down to create a unique pivoting action. The set contains large and small Flexiblocks®, Flexiwivels, Flexiwheels, axle blocks, Flexilinks, and Flexibears. 373 piece set. Made in the USA.

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 »

2 years & up. Enable play to take flight with this stunning collection of Sensory Play Stones: Birds. The tactile, realistic detailing will inspire curiosity and conversation while providing lots of wonderful sensory feedback. Sturdy bases make the birds versatile for imaginary play and create solid foundations for children's vocabulary and storytelling skills to grow. To top it all off, the birds are easy to clean and able to withstand water, soil, mud, and clay. Set features 8 different types of birds.

3 years and up. Add a fun element to any game with these Sea Animal Dice Poppers. These poppers will make any kind of gameplay easier and faster because they keep the dice from going all over the place. There is also lots of potential for play with the poppers themselves, which is why the set includes an activity guide with games that revolve around the poppers.

3 years & up. Show children what it's like to be an adult with the Stanley® Jr. Pretend Play Chainsaw! Complete with realistic sounds and actions, this chainsaw enables children to mimic the actions of cutting trees, sawing wood, and much more. The moments of play that the chainsaw creates will also give parents opportunities to explain how these processes actually work. The chainsaw has a detachable battery that requires 3 AAA batteries, included.

3 years & up. Brush those teeth, it is time to see the dentist! Watch children immerse themselves in imagination through pretend play with this 26-piece dental care set of toys. Children can practice performing cleanings, treating cavities, and even practice fitting braces and retainers. This is the perfect tool for introducing your child into dentistry so when the time comes for their first visit, they can be more at ease. Bag measures 13.5"H x 10.7"W x 3.5"L. Weight of bag with… More »

These cute little owls are a great addition to a child's toy collection! Encourages dramatic play and imagination. Learn about different types of owls and their habitats with cute cuddly stuffed animals. Set includes 3 cuddly owls measuring 4.5 " each. Perfect size for little one's to cuddle with, not only at home, but on the go as well!