Toys That Teach: Holiday Gifts

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 »

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.

5 years & up. Fire up kids' passion for art and design with the LEGO® Classic Lots of Bricks! Playset features 1,000 LEGO® bricks in 10 vibrant colors. From quick builds to more challenging projects, this set encourages open-ended play with a full spectrum of color! Includes printed instructions for building fun model toys including; a car, globe, flower, heart, guitar, house, smiley emoji, parrot, dog and an apple. This set even includes a magazine packed with instructions, suggestions… More »

3 years & up. Race your toy cars around winding roads and city circles on this Jumbo Roadway Activity Rug! Features: Soft, beautifully illustrated rug with roads, city and country buildings, and a construction site, and 4 wooden traffic signs to add to the vehicle play fun. Rug is made from durable material with reinforced border binding and skid-proof backing. Rug Size: 79"L x 60"W.

3 years & up. Excite your little baker's cooking super power with this fun and interactive baking set. Simply turn the knob on the tabletop mixer and the beaters rotate. The beaters also lift up making it easy to place or remove the bowl. Includes: turntable blender, bowl, flour packet, and sugar packet. Measures 18.2"L x 12"W x 21"H.

3 years & up. Experience the magical world of creativitiy and pencil-free drawing. Use the left knob to draw lines left and right: the right knob to draw lines up and down, or use both knobs to curve the lines or draw on an angle! Shake to erase and start all over with a new design. Helps children develop fine motor skills, eye-hand coordination, and imagination! Measures approximately 9" x 7.4" x 1.75".

3 years & up. This double-slice wooden toaster makes this the perfect addition to any play kitchen where little cooks are at work. Encourages creative thinking and story-telling abilities and develops basic kitchen skills. Make a quick breakfast with a pop-up toaster, two slices of bread, butter, and honey. Butter tub includes removable lid, play knife included to mimic realistic movements, strengthening hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. Measures 7"H x 7"L x 4.5"W.

3 years & up. This car's sleek, innovative design allows this car to go with no gears, batteries, or pedals. Just steer and away you go. Turn and navigate in small spaces indoors, and ride outdoors on sidewalks, pathways, and any other safe, smooth, flat surface. The patented safety seat design places the rider in a safe, comfortable position and minimizes tipping. The PlasmaCar is easy to operate and helps children develop coordination, balance, and motor skills while harnessing the natural… More »

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 »

3 years and up. Bring the Modern Home Dollhouse to life with a perfectly coordinated set of beautiful and durable dollhouse furniture. Children will be inspired by each of the pieces, filling each room of the house in a way that makes it feel just like home! Special details like felt plants, soft bedding and pillows add a cozy touch. Softened colors and rounded edges seamlessly fit with the aesthetic of the Modern Home Dollhouse (sold separately, item 37890). Set includes 24 pieces of various bedroom,… More »

3 years & up. Children will love making a quick cup of coffee with the wooden My Coffee Machine set. The set includes all you need to make a great cup of coffee. My Coffee machine's bright, eye-catching prints and graphics will inspire play and fire young imaginations. Includes a coffee machine, coffee pod, sugar jar, spoon, milk package and coffee mug. Measures 6.9"L x 4.2"W x 7.7"H.

18 months & up. Bounce into adventure with the Farm Hopper Cow! This inflatable bouncy cow features soft grip-able ears and horns for children to hold as they bounce around. It's a great a way for children to develop core muscle strength, coordination skills, and balance. Hoppers® are made from high quality, brightly colored, BPA and Phtalate free plastic for safe and fun play indoors and outdoors and are also latex free. Pump is included for easy inflation.

18 months & up. This 24 x 24 stud LEGO® DUPLO® Green Building Plate gives preschoolers a sturdy green base on which to build and display their wonderful creations. Large format allows child to build and expand on the world he or she has created. Bricks not included. Only works with other DUPLO® sets by LEGO®. Building plate measures 15" x 15".

3 years & up. This Fidget Fun Kit features items that help keep children involved in class, help them calm down in a quiet center, or just for having fun! Includes 7 colorful pieces. Item styles and color may vary.

3 years & up. Inspire children's imaginations with this nature-inspired Woodlands Dollhouse with Funiture! Simple figurines and textured, miniature furniture with authentic bark elements encourage dramatic play and the incorporation of natural loose parts. Durable furniture, people and, dollhouse are designed to withstand continued use indoors or outdoors, taking nature-based play to a new level. Store indoors in a cool, dry setting between playtime. Arrives fully assembled. Dollhouse measures… More »

12 months & up. Your little one will enjoy creating their very first tunes with this portable DJ Mix & Spin Studio! Play the keyboard solo with one of the four instrumental sounds, or try out one of the 18 fun sound effects. Your child will also appreciate the five pieces of classic music available as background tunes, as well as the tempo slider used to change the speed. Add DJ sound effects and scratch along with the little black record! DJ Mix & Spin Studio offers 2 volume levels… More »

3 years & up. For young minds taking flat objects and constructing 3-D objects is a new and exciting discovery. This 15-piece set features glitter and mirrored tiles that add sparkle to playtime. Your child can connect the tiles and customize the structures they build. Ideal for teaching spatial relationships, math, logic, and problem-solving through creative building. Included: 4 Mirrored Squares, 7 Glitter Squares, and 4 Equilateral Triangles.

Kaplan's high-quality tempera paint won't streak, crack, or rub off. Vibrant colors dry to a satin finish, and they're so thick you may even want to add water for additional mileage. Kaplan Kolors are non-toxic (certified with AP Seal for safety & ASTM-D4236). Made in the USA.

Prevent big messes with this Vinyl Kaplan Splash Mat. With this mat, children can mix, splash, and splatter without the big clean up. This durable vinyl mat is easy to clean and protects floors, carpets and furniture surfaces from accidental spills. This mat is a must under your easels, drying racks and even your sand and water tables. Measures 48"L x 36"W. Colors may vary.

Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with these cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Golden Dog & Calico Cat! 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. Golden Dog & Calico Cat each measure 13" long.

18 months & up. Bounce into adventure with the Farm Hopper Horse! This inflatable bouncy horse features soft grip-able ears for children to hold as they bounce around. It's a great a way for children to develop core muscle strength, coordination skills, and balance. Hoppers® are made from high quality, brightly colored, BPA and Phtalate free plastic for safe and fun play indoors and outdoors and are also latex free. Pump is included for easy inflation.

5 years & up. Inspire budding builders aged 5+ with LEGO® Classic Creative Pastel Fun. With quick-to-build models and endless free-building fun, this eye-catching mix of bricks encourages kids to indulge their passion for art and design. This creative construction kit contains 333 bricks in a range of shapes, sizes and pastel colors. 18 of the bricks feature expressive eyes that kids can use to bring their creations to life. Clear printed building instructions are included for 5 easy-to-assemble… More »

6 months & up. This fun zebra walker offers two ways to play! Full of busy, hands-on activities for sitting babies. Baby can turn the book page or press the light-up buttons to learn all about ABC's & 123's through sing-along songs and phrases with new animal friends! And when baby's learning to walk, the easy-grasp handle and sturdy 4-wheel base help steady those wobbly first steps. Requires 2 AA batteries (not included).

12 months & up. Encourage little ones to keep moving with exciting ball popping action and sound! Brightly colored balls pop around inside the clear dome as baby pushes it along. Sturdy base with easy-to-grasp handle helps steady new walkers. Entertains children and encourages both walking and visual tracking.