Toys That Teach: Holiday Gifts

2 years & up. Kids will have lots of fun playing with the Learn With Me Color Fun Fish Bowl! The colorful fishbowl features 2 play modes for hands-on learning; Let's Learn Colors and Quiz Mode. Simply place the thick, durable plastic fish pieces in their container and learn about the wonderful world of colors. Includes fish bowl container and 10 colorful fish. All fish are stored neatly inside the unit. Requires 2 AA batteries, included.

Birth and up. Keep babies calm and captivated with these Calm Down Bottles. Each bottle has a glittery liquid inside that will swirl and sparkle as babies play. In addition to glitter, the liquid contains small objects such as stars and snowflakes that reflect a rainbow of colors off their surfaces. So, babies will receive visual stimulation as well as emotional relaxation. The set includes bottles in blue and mint colors.

Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Capybara! 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. Capybara measures 13" long.

12 months and up. Give toddlers a furry friend with this adorable Golden Retriever Puppet. The puppet's soft fur, plush paws, and realistic facial features will make it a delightful companion for both toddlers and caregivers. Toddlers can activate their imaginations by including the puppet in their play adventures, and caregivers can use the puppet to explain something or tell a story. Just like the real thing, this golden retriever will make everyone happy! Measures 13"L x 7"W x 5"H.

2 years & up. Encourage an interest in science with the Garden Buddies Plush Set! Help children learn about different types of bugs, their characteristics, habitats, and behaviors with this set of 3 cute and cuddly critters; Inchy Inchworm, Vinnie the Banana Slug, and Lavern Slug. For children who may feel fearful or apprehensive about insects, playing with the Garden Buddies Plush may help desensitize their fear and promote a more positive attitude towards these creatures. Each Garden Buddy… More »

10 months & up. This anatomically correct doll raises awareness of diversity and inclusion with differing types of people, specifically Vitiligo. Legs and arms of the doll move to allow for realistic movements. Promote values of acceptance, equality, and integration within your learning center. Doll features a lightly vanilla-scented body made of high-quality soft vinyl, and is wearing underwear. Clothing not included.

18 months & up. Children will love to splish-splash in the water with the Bebe Water Play Calypso Garden Delights 12" Doll! Dressed in a charming, garden-themed outfit and a matching sun hat, this doll is safe to use in all types of aquatic environments and has a tab sewn into its back so you can hang it up to dry after playtime. In addition to being great for water play, this doll has lots of realistic features, including a bead-filled body that allows children to pose it like a real baby,… More »

18 months & up. Kids can jam out with the My First Rock & Roll Electric Guitar! Easy-to-play lights and sounds captivate young musicians, sparking their curiosity and creativity. Watch as children hit the buttons or strum the strings to create different sounds. This rocking guitar comes ready to play with 3 AA batteries, included.

2 years & up. Introduce your child to the wonderful world of music with the My First Drum Set. This delightful musical set offers an engaging and interactive way to learn about instruments and rhythm from an early age. My First Drum Set includes everything your little musician needs to start creating captivating beats and melodies. The set features a vibrant and sturdy drum, perfect for little hands to tap and play. The drum doubles as convenient storage for all the included accessories, promoting… More »

18 months & up. Clemmy® Plus is specially designed for children from 18 to 36 months. These soft building blocks for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers are brightly colored and perfectly safe for little ones. Clemmy® Plus colorful blocks can be easily stacked together and pulled apart, even at the youngest age. Ideal for stimulating imagination, creativity, and role-playing. Encourages the development of fine motor skills. These blocks can be put in the dishwasher, making them ideal… More »

18 months & up. Take classic dot painting to the next level with this Small Dots Mess-Free Painting Set! Each kit comes with four dot markers in four different colors (blue, red, pink, and yellow) and four reusable picture cards. Give children one of the dot markers, and let them create their very own piece of art. The picture card's layout ensures that each child's unique design will still be in the shape of a cat, turtle, tree, or butterfly. Picture cards are reusable - flip open the picture… 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. Set includes 24 animal-shaped cards and 2 jumbo colored pencils.

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.

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 »

9 months & up. Triblox Rainbow Silicone Triangle Blocks include 9 blocks made from toxic-free silicone that little ones can use to build, stack, and learn. Perfect for open-ended play, each colorful block features a number and corresponding illustration on the other side for added learning opportunities. Each block features a hollow design, perfect for scooping during sensory play and bath time. Triblox can be cleaned using a sterilizer, placed in a dishwasher, or washed with warm soapy water.

Birth & up. Give babies captivating companions with this set of My First Black & White Puppets. These soft puppets have friendly faces and open arms that will put babies at ease. Adults can use them to narrate a story, play a game, or do many other things. The color schemes will also help babies develop early color recognition skills because black and white are the first colors babies recognize. Set includes 3 animal puppets.

18 months & up. Teach your little one the importance of a healthy, balanced diet with this set of realistic eggs. These eggs will encourage creative, imaginative role play and are an excellent addition to any dramatic play kitchen. Their sturdy, wooden construction also ensures that they will withstand all the rigors of play. The eggs come in two cartons that each contain three white eggs and three brown eggs for a total of 12 eggs.

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".

2 years & up. Offer the perfect ingredients for creative cookery in the mud kitchen with the Sensory Vegetables Play Stones! Boiled, roasted, fried or steamed, the vegetables can be used to make all sorts of dishes: soups, stews, salads or stir fries. As sliced vegetables, children can see how the tactile stones compare to the real thing. Sensory Stones are able to withstand the toughest of treatment and are as good as new once cleaned up. Set includes eight vegetables: tomato, pak choi, onion,… More »

2 years and up. This set of realistic flower heads will help grow children's curiosity about the natural world around them. Created from a unique stone mix, they are durable enough to be used outdoors and are perfect for mud kitchen play, sand tables, and nature walks. These tactile stones encourage open-ended play and imagination. Set contains eight garden flowers: carnation, daffodil, dahlia, gerbera daisy, pansy, rose, sunflower, and tulip. Each flower stone measures approximately 2".

Birth & up. Adventure into the rainforest to find Silly Little Sloth in dreamland along with the Sweet Little Gray Elephant and his blankie. These adorable, cloth books contain charming illustrated images on fun crinkle cloth pages and interactive features like flaps, mirrors, and more. Baby will be captivated with each page turn as you introduce them to Silly Little Sloth and Little Gray Elephant through simple, playful phrases. Each book includes an acrylic, unbreakable mirror. Books use a… More »

24 months and up. Empower young children to get the job done with the Mini Construction Fleet. Including a dump truck, a cement mixer, a road roller, and a bulldozer, this set enables children to haul materials, move materials, and do many other things that real construction workers do. As children build and repair various structures, they will also strengthen gross-motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

18 months & up. All young budding artists will enjoy this My First Mess-Free Finger Painting Kit! Children flip open the plastic sleeve, pour in the paint, and flip the picture closed again. Then comes the fun part! They smear the paint around, without getting their hands or clothes dirty while coloring in a beautiful picture! With a little bit of soap and water, the paint rinses off the plastic sleeve and the fun starts all over again! The sturdy pages can withstand the energy and intensity… More »

2 years & up. With this Cuttable Lunch Playset, children can play in a realistic way in their play kitchens. The cuttable food set is comprised of an assortment of common foods that children will recognize. Includes cutting board, wooden knife, and reusable packaging that can also be used as a storage box. The upper portion of the cutting board can be written on with chalk. Foods include tomato, cucumber, carrot, apple, banana, piece of cheese, salami, butter, and rolls/baguettes. The natural… More »