Toys That Teach: Holiday Gifts

3 years & up. Give children everything they need to be a handyman with the Stanley® Jr. Pretend Play Toolbox Set. With this set, children can help their parents make repairs around the house. Includes toolbox, hammer, saw, screwdriver, wrench, nose pliers, square ruler, 4 plastic screws, 4 plastic washers, 3 plastic nails, and 3 plastic planks. Store tools in toolbox for easy cleanup.

Ages 3 years & up. Show children what it's like to be an adult with the Stanley® Jr. Pretend Play Power Drill! With a simple pull of the trigger, this drill makes realistic sounds and movements that allow children to drill holes and remove nails right alongside their parents. The moments of play that the drill creates will also give parents opportunities to demonstrate how these processes actually work. Features 2 speed and direction options, a detachable battery, and a 3-piece bit set.… More »

3 years & up. This book and CD collection includes everyone's favorite dinosaurs. How Do Dinosaurs Eat Their Food? Just like kids, dinosaurs have a difficult time learning to behave at the table, How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? A playful peek into the homes of dinosaur babies and their parents at bedtime! How Do Dinosaurs Go to School? More fun dinosaur antics await as these prehistoric pupils are in a class of their own! Both children and parents will enjoy these fun books that show… More »

10 months & up. This set of Stackable Rainbow Wooden Stars are ideal for loose parts play, or as an addition to sensory play centers. Help children foster problem solving, critical thinking, color identification, counting, sorting and stacking skills with these colorful, chunky shapes. Made of sustainably cultivated European beechwood, set of 21 stars come in 3 different sizes, various thicknesses, and 7 different colors. Rainbow Wooden Stars enhance fine motor skills as children count, sort,… More »

3 years & up. Little ones will love using the Scrub-a-Dub Washing Machine with Lights & Sounds to mimic grown-ups doing laundry! The Scrub-a-Dub Washing Machine looks and sounds realistic with it's sound effects like water rushing in, spin cycle and more! This washing machine allows your little one to help with the washing, putting items in to see them twirl around with lights and sounds. Select a cycle and watch as the drum rotates! Requires 3 AA batteries, included. This kid sized washing… More »

2 years & up. This set of 16" outfits gives toddlers and preschoolers the opportunity to do two things they love: play pretend and take care of little ones. Each of the four outfits consists of a striped romper and a matching hat. Outfits have hook and loop closures in the back. Rompers fit most dolls 14"-16". Machine washable.

3 years & up. Time for some Magna-Tiles® fun down on the farm! The Magna-Tiles® Farm Animals building set features 25 farm themed magnetic pieces. Set features 4, unique, full-magnetic barnyard buddies and the first-ever magnetic fence pieces. Add this magnetic tile set to any Magna-Tiles® collection to create endless patterns or practice shape recognition. Set includes; chicken, horse, cow, pig, 10 fence pieces, and more! Made of food-grade ABS (BPA Free) plastic - free of phthalates and latex.

3 years & up. Explore the beauty of bright colors, ever-changing patterns, and symmetry with this set of Metal Kaleidoscopes! By simply rotating the barrel, children can see an infinite number of color patterns. As they are captivated by these patterns, children will also develop sensory learning, exploration, and color recognition skills. Styles will vary because there are three different styles, and each customer will receive two of those styles.

3 years & up. Volcanic explosions, molten lava and hours of imaginative play are bursting from the Dino World set! Four, oversized, fully-magnetic dinosaurs navigate a rocky volcanic terrain that puts the steam in STEAM learning. Turn up the heat on screen-free fun and imaginative play possibilities with this fun and ferocious new addition to the Magna-Tiles® collection. Set features volcanic themed tiles and 4 dinosaurs; T-Rex, Velociraptor, Stegosaurus, and Pteranodon with moving parts… More »

18 months & up. This adorable, soft-bodied baby is perfectly sized for little hands and arms to hold and hug. Features vanilla-scented head, arms, and legs, and eyes that close when the doll is put down to sleep. Just like a real baby, the Calin Mael doll can put its thumb in its mouth. Designed in France. Doll measures 12". Included: Calin Mael doll with a stocking cap and summer outfit.

5 years & up. Run, jump, and stomp to send these LED rockets high in the sky! Day or night, these Air-Powered Light Up Jump Rockets engage children and adults alike. Set up the launcher, slide on the rocket, press the LED light button and stomp! The Light Up Jump Rocket Playset includes a launcher and 3 rockets each equipped with a colorful LED light. Stomp Rockets are safe, fun and soar over 30 feet in the air by stomping on the launch pad. The colorful LED rockets make this playset even more… More »

3 years & up. My First Dishwasher Playset with Lights & Sounds is the perfect addition to any child's play kitchen! My First Dishwasher looks and sounds realistic with it's programmable digital display and timer, and washing sounds while pretend washing. This kid sized dishwasher comes with a 12 piece toy tableware set; 3 rounded edge knives, 3 forks, 3 spoons and 3 plates. Requires 2 AAA batteries, included. Dishwasher measures 7.1" x 6.8" x 9.7".

5 years & up. Hold the moon in your hands! These unique balls have a light-weight design that allows them to bounce like there is no gravity and with a crazy spin. Makes a unique 'Pop!' sound when it hits pavement. Turn a regular game into a fun, out of this world challenge for the playground, back yard, gym, basement, etc. Great for special needs. Colors may vary. Size: 2.48".

3 years & up. Picnicking can be done anywhere! This high-quality Picnic Basket Playset with foldable handles and a matching picnic blanket is the perfect companion for a trip to the countryside or the garden at home. Thanks to the tightly knit weaving, the basket is very robust, and the place settings for two picnic participants, picnic utensils, and toy food are all made out of sturdy wood. The orange and croissant are held together with hook-and-loop pieces. The inner lining is removable.… More »

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. 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 »

3 years & up. The fire brigade is here! With this Fire Brigade Backpack Playset in emergency colors and adjustable shoulder straps, young fire rescuers are always on the scene when needed. The double zippers ensure that the backpack opens up wide, and the rubber tool slots in the backpack provide neatness and fast access to the equipment made of robust wood! The two additional click buckles on the backpack allow for the attachment of additional accessories. The complete set includes a wooden… More »

3 years & up. The Wooden Adventure Pirate Ship is made of robust wood and is full of authentic details! In addition to the spacious two-mast ship, the playset also includes a dinghy, shark, parrot, treasure chest, cannon, two barrels, a plank, and of course a cool pirate flag. All of the sails can be hoisted and retrieved with ropes, just like on a real ship. The cannon that shoots its three felt cannonballs through the air adds an extra blast of playtime fun! A moving helm, the anchor attached… More »

3 years & up. Here comes the brave pirate crew for the most infamous pirate ship of the seven seas! Set features a captain with a hook for a hand, four crewmates, and a cute little monkey. This group of bendable buccaneers offers fantasy-filled and realistic playtime fun for any pirate ship. Super-flexible, durable, and richly designed, these wooden bendable dolls can be posed in all kinds of different positions thanks to their arms and legs made of fabric-covered wire. Perfectly sized for little hands to grasp.

3 years & up. Light up the water with colorful, smiling Glo Pals Sesame Street Characters Elmo & Cookie Monster that activate when they get wet. Use these delightful characters in the bath tub to keep your child so captivated with the water they won't want to get out, or incorporate them into your sensory learning plans. As soon as they leave the water they turn off. Perfect for water tables, bath tubs, baby pools, or anything filled with water. LED lights that turn on and off automatically.… More »

3 years & up. Perfect for imaginative play or to be used for school projects, the Whale Shark Realistic Figure will help you bring the ocean to life! Part of the Sealife Collection, the Whale Shark is full to the brim with character and detail, and is hand-painted with non-toxic high-quality paint. Perfect for learning, play and collecting, the only limit is your imagination. All our toy figurines are educational grade, made with the highest specifications using the finest and safest materials,… More »

12 months & up. The Pastel Building Blocks includes 50 vibrant pieces that were carefully designed to fit comfortably in little hands. This set encourages independent play and increases fine motor skills in toddlers. Your little ones will express their creativity as they stack the blocks in unique patterns and heights. The possibilities are endless with this wonderful set!

3 years & up. Perfect for imaginative play or to be used for school projects, the Dinosaur Box Set will help you bring imaginations to life! Part of the Prehistoric Collection, this playset is full to the brim with character and detail, and is hand-painted with non-toxic high-quality paint. Perfect for learning, playing, or collecting, the only limit is your imagination. All toy figures are educational grade, made with the highest specifications using the finest and safest materials, and regularly… More »

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 »