Toys That Teach: Holiday Gifts

3 years & up. Lay a solid foundation for literacy. This comprehensive Word Work Set includes 10 levels of literacy exercises that gradually increase in difficulty. Each level emphasizes a different aspect of letter recognition, sound recognition, and/or word-building skills. The kit comes with 6 sets of lowercase magnetic letters that each span the whole alphabet, which creates a multisensory learning experience that engages bodies as well as brains.

3 years and up. Bring a beloved children's classic to life with this set of Very Hungry Caterpillar games. Eric Carle's world-famous book has captivated children for over 50 years; now, this collection of games makes the book even more vivid. All three games use themes and illustrations from the book to engage and educate children. As they make puzzles, find letters, and collect food, children will develop valuable skills in letter recognition, color recognition, critical thinking, and much more.

3 years & up. This 70 piece set includes large easy to manipulate pieces made of smooth sanded hardwood. Full of multi-colored pieces including connector rods and circles. This engaging kit lets your little one be the inventor for hours of fun. Set comes in a sturdy, storage container. Longest rod is 4.5" long.

3 years & up. Perfect for every lover of trains, this is a great set for older children. Use the included storage box and lid within the tracks and use block pieces to build a town around the structure. Move the train, passengers, and cargo around the track with ease and play for hours. Easily clean pieces with a damp cloth. Includes 50 railway pieces.

3 years & up. Foster experimentation, problem solving, and other STEM-related concepts through captivating play with the Air Toobz Classroom Set. Using a child-safe turbine, Air Toobz send foam balls flying through a network of modular tubes and up into the air. The set offers continual opportunities for customization with adjustable airflows that create different speeds and interchangeable parts that you can arrange in many different ways. Create loops and swirls, or weave them under tables… More »

3 years & up. Foster valuable cognitive development through fun with the Shiny Dinosaur Memory Game! This game simultaneously teaches children about dinosaurs and develops their working memory, matching, and concentration skills. Children can play this game alone or with friends.

2 years & up. Fresh from the mud kitchen or outdoor area comes fruit salad, poached fruit, cobbler and pies! These durable Sensory Fruit Play Stones can withstand the toughest of treatments and are as good as new once cleaned up. Children will find all sorts of ways to prepare and serve these delightful tactile stones for all-year-round dining. Set includes eight colorful fruits: apple, pear, peach, strawberry, avocado, kiwi, orange and lemon. Each stone measures between 1.5" - 3".

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.

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.

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!

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 »

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, 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 »

3 years & up. This compact kitchen has many modern features. Includes cabinet and refrigerator doors that open with storage inside, working microwave and oven doors, clicker knob and burner with electronic cooking sounds, and faux stainless steel accessories. Included accessories; coffee pot, frying pan, phone, 2 plates, 2 cups, 2 forks, 2 knives, and 2 spoons. Assembly required. Requires 2 AAA batteries (not included). Made in the USA. Assembled kitchen size: 28"W x 40"H x 14"D.

18 months & up. Delight early walkers with these engaging Whimsical Push Toys! Each toy features spinning, flapping, or twisting actions that activate as children push them along, capturing attention and encouraging continued exploration. The beautifully crafted wooden designs, paired with bright and cheerful colors, stimulate visual and tactile engagement. Perfect for promoting gross motor development, improving hand-eye coordination, and building balance as toddlers navigate their surroundings.… More »

4 years & up. The Geosafari® Jr. My First Telescope is perfect for introducing children to the wonders of science and exploration. This real, working telescope is designed to foster a love for science, discovery, and the natural world. By encouraging hands-on exploration of space and nature, it introduces foundational concepts in STEM. Featuring two oversized eyepieces tailored for smaller faces, 10x magnification, an easy-to-use focus knob, and a wide field of view, it helps young learners… More »

3 years & up. Stand, sit, rock, wiggle, spin and Pop as you wobble, tilt and twirl! This fun activity toy pops like bubble wrap with each move. No special skills needed! In playful exploration, the Teeter Popper improves core strength, stability, leg strength, balance, coordination, and gross motor skills. Curiosity wakes up, senses come alive, imagination engages, and creativity gets moving! Keep your child active with hours of silly, giggling fun. Measures approximately 30" x 18"… More »

3 years & up. Watch the chain reaction of events as the dominoes fall down piece by piece! This set can be set up in all sorts of ways. Let kids take control of how to set up the trail! Set is made of wood, metal, water-based paint, TEP and ABS. Includes 100 wooden dominoes. 107 pieces total within the set.

2 years & up. Endless playtime opportunities are guaranteed with this all-in-one sports climber. Tiny athletes are sure to have a blast as they climb, dunk, slide, kick and crawl. Youngsters can shoot some hoops with the built-in basket, kick a goal through the crawl through space and tally up the points with the scoreboard. Children will develop their gross motor skills by climbing up the ladder and sliding down the slide. Adult assembly is required. 62"W x 42.5"H x 30.5"D.

4 years & up. Fill your home or classroom with affirmation, support, and joy. These two message makers enable adults and children to record short messages to be used in a variety of settings, both at home and at school. The buttons can be used to record instructions, which can be used to give guidance during independent or group activities in learning centers or stations where students rotate through different tasks. The Message Makers can also be used for non-verbal or special needs students… 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 »

Birth & up. What began as a simple errand to the laundromat becomes a desperate journey as the entire family joins together to rescue Trixie's Knuffle Bunny. This charming Knuffle Bunny set features your very own Knuffle Bunny plush and Mo Willems classic book, "Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale." Hang tightly onto your Knuffle Bunny as you read. You don't want to lose him. Hardcover. 40 Pages. Plush size: 12.25"H.

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.

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 »