Toys That Teach: Holiday Gifts

12 months & up. Instill a sense of wonder into children as they see this toy twirl and spin! Drop the vibrant discs onto the threaded corkscrew pole and watch children's eyes widen as the shapes spin and wobble. For more stable stacking, simply flip the reversible base over. Each disc is dual-colored, solid, and BPA-free. This visually stimulating toy encourages hand-eye coordination and baby engineering skills. It's colorful stacking like you have never seen before! Measure 16" tall. Includes:… More »

3 years & up. It's easy to go on an adventure with the View-Master! With bigger and brighter images, this favorite childhood toy has a fresh new look. Take a safari through Africa, swim with dazzling fish, or experience pre-historic life with each View-Master reel. Venture beyond the deep ocean and explore amazing 3D images of marine life. Reels are compatible with all View-Master viewers. Includes: View-Master Viewer, Set of 3 reels containing a total of 21 3D images, Set of 3 Marine Life reels… More »

12 months & up. A basket full of babies, these dolls are full of fun! This set of six multicultural babies features removable sack dresses, adorable faces and soft bodies for hugging. Comes in a plush basket for carrying around or as a fill and spill activity. Stimulate senses with plush fabrics and fine motor skills by dressing babies. Each doll is 10" tall. Machine Washable - put in pillow case or like product when washing.

Birth & up. The Peeka® developmental mirror features an array of colorful and engaging elements designed to help children explore, learn, and grow. Adjust the multi-position stand for tummy time or held by baby. Babies can grasp the multi-textured handles for tactile stimulation and sensory exploration. Move the multi-texture balls along the top and bottom handles for midline play improving gross and fine motor skills. Little ones can engage in early stages of communication through smiling,… 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.

18 months & up. This is another classic toy from 1965! This See 'n Say Farmer Says helps children learn about different farm animal sounds by simply turning the arrow to the corresponding animal and listening for the sound. Use this classic in a lesson about farm animals and encourage children to repeat the sounds they hear from each animal. Animals and sounds include sheep, dog, duck, frog, horse, coyote, rooster, pig, cow, bird, cat, and turkey. 2 AA batteries required, included.

3 years & up. It's time for a walk! This stroller design is inspired by those for real babies. It is foldable, lightweight, and easy to store when it is not being used. It also features 2 protective closures to protect fingers from getting pinched in the folding process. It is largely sized, easily able to hold dolls measuring 14" to 17" long. Expanded stroller measures 17.7"L x 11"W x 24.8"H.

18 months - 5 years. Pump gas into the cars as they drive around the roads. Three weather-proof fuel buttons that make six fun sounds when kids stop to 'fill up'. There's a hose with a pretend nozzle and a credit card swipe that can be used with a special cut-out credit card. Two AA batteries are included. Made in the USA. Measures 13.5"L x 8.5"W x 17.5"H.

12 months & up. Empower little hands to control big vehicles with our Eco-Friendly Vehicles collection. The pushing, pulling, and reaching that little ones will do as they play with these vehicles will strengthen their fine-motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Little ones will also be able to exercise creativity as they design travel routes for each vehicle. Size 10.5"L x 6.25" W x 7.5"H.

3 years & up. Help children stay calm and focused with the Fidget Fun Kit. The wide variety of shapes, textures, and colors in this kit will reduce stress and anxiety as well as provide the sensory stimulation necessary for children to stay focused. The pieces' fun designs will also ensure that children have fun while maintaining their social-emotional health. Item styles and colors will vary, 7 piece set.

10 months & up. This unique shape-sorter encourages fine motor skills and tactile exploration. Six chunky, squeezable textured shapes can be pushed easily through the bands of the cube as little ones explore and discover. Fosters fine motor skills and tactile exploration. Cube measures 5.5" and shapes are approximately 2" each. BPA-free.

3 months & up. Push, pull. chew, wobble, roll and chase! The Infant & Toddler WOBLII® Sensory Ball is a simple, yet multi-dimensional ball that is designed to grow with your children as they develop! Made of 100% food grade silicone, the WOBLII® Sensory Ball will encourage sensory exploration through differing textures, bright colors and functions. Supporting fine and gross motor skills, your little one will enjoy the push 'n pull nubs, bright colors, sensory textures, woblii-ability… More »

3 years & up. The salt and pepper really shake, the hot sauce really pours, and the ketchup and mustard squirt string! These wonderfully durable pieces are built to last and are a must have for every make-believe kitchen adventure! Promotes pretend play, fine motor skills, and imaginative thinking. Packaged in a handy metal caddy to keep everything organized. Measures 6.5"L  x 5"W x 8"H packaged. Includes: Salt, Pepper, Hot sauce, Ketchup, Mustard, and Metal caddy.

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".

18 months - 5 years. The Cozy Pumper gives children all the elements of a gas-pumping experience, including a pump, a number pad, and the three octane levels. The dramatic-play experiences that this pump creates will strengthen communication skills as children ask for what they want and cultivate empathy as children enter the mindset of someone who actually gets gas. The Cozy Pump requires two AA alkaline batteries (not included).

12 months & up. A rocking horse with contemporary style! This fun bright rocking horse will liven up any bedroom or playroom. Horse is smoothly rounded with a high back seat. Children will learn balance and coordination as they rock back and forth. Features easy-grip handles, low saddle for stability, and comes fully assembled. Weight limit 50 lbs. Made in the USA. Horse measures 17.5" x 33" x 10".

5 years & up. Give children a fun interactive way to learn about geopolitics and more. Lightweight and durable, this blue-ocean globe is a great student tool for your classroom. Help children learn the names of the states in the US, each state name is shown on the map! The United States is one color on the map and the state boarders are shown with each individual state name. The smoke black plastic base and semi-meridian are strong and scratch resistant. The oceans are a vibrant blue and the… More »

18 months & up. With lots of details and super soft plastic friendly faces, this animal set will be the favorite in the classroom and at home. This set is great for supporting classroom themes, role play, and language development. Use these fun squeezable dinosaurs to teach children about the prehistoric period. Included are T-Rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, Diplodocus, Ankylosaur, and Brachiosaurus. Encourage children to practice using descriptive words when discussing the dinosaurs. This set… More »

2 years & up. Raised sandbox with lid keeps sand clean and has a molded roadway for added fun. Sensory play is a great way for young children to learn about the world through sight, sound and touch. Whether it's filled with sand or taken indoors to use with macaroni or beans, this design gives children many ways to explore. Includes 2 shovels, one pot and 2 scoops. Holds up to 40 lbs. of sand (not included). Easy assembly. Measures 36"L x 26"W x 16"H.

3 years & up. This pretend Medical Kit features all of the essentials your little doctor needs to perform check-ups and care for their patients. Listen to the patient's heart with the stethoscope. Use the thermometer with a "sick" to "well" button to check the patient's temperature. Grab the otoscope when you need to take a peek inside the ears. Pump the blood pressure cuff and watch the gauge spin. Treat pretend boo-boos with the toy bandage cuff. Encourage healthy habits… 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.

2 years & up. Give children everything they need to make a delicious meal with this 101 Piece Play Food Assortment. Includes a variety of foods like fruits, vegetables, meats, breads, pastries, sandwiches, breakfast, snack, dessert and more. This set has items for all three meals, so children can make any kind of pretend meal they want. Engaging in this kind of dramatic play will strengthen children's language skills as they learn to identify different food items. Pieces measure 3" x 3". Foods may vary.

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.

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.