Toys That Develop Collaboration

The ECR4Kids 2-Station Sand and Water Adjustable Play Table is a fantastic addition to any play environment, inviting children to dive into a world of sensory exploration. With two basins designed for sand, water, and creative materials, little ones can engage their senses, fostering curiosity and imaginative play while developing essential skills like problem-solving and collaboration. Perfect for both indoor and outdoor fun, this versatile activity table adjusts to three heights, making it suitable for toddlers and preschoolers alike, ensuring they get the most out of every play session with friends or solo. 2-6 years

Learning Resources POP for Word Families Game is an exciting way for kids to dive into the world of words! With this fast-paced game, children collaborate to build their vocabulary and practice spelling through vocabulary fun, all while having a blast. As they start with 2-letter endings and progress to 3-letter endings, they’ll be mastering rhymes before you know it! 5+ years

Bristle Blocks offer an exciting world of creativity and exploration for our little builders! These colorful, soft interlocking blocks make building fun and frustration-free, encouraging our kiddos to experiment and think critically. With 113 pieces of varying sizes and delightful family and animal figurines, kids delve into imaginative play while enhancing fine motor skills and spatial awareness. 2+ years

Rubies Justice League Child's Supergirl Tutu Dress is the perfect way to inspire your little one's imagination! This vibrant costume not only allows kids to embody their favorite superhero but also encourages role play, creativity, and storytelling. As they don the glittering House of El crest and twirl in the beautiful red tutu, they engage their motor skills and learn the value of teamwork, especially when coordinating with friends dressing as other DC Superheroes. 3-7 years

E-flite 100 x 100mm 4-Blade Propeller is not just a replacement part; it’s a gateway to exploring the principles of aerodynamics and engineering with our kids! By engaging with this hands-on toy, children will develop critical thinking skills as they learn about the mechanics of flight and how different designs can affect performance. With its lightweight design and easy integration into model aircraft, this propeller encourages creativity and problem-solving as they assemble and test their flying creations. 8+ years

KidKraft Bucket Top Construction Wooden Train Set is the perfect blend of learning and play for our little engineers! As we help our children navigate the winding tracks with the working crane and vibrant accessories, we’re not just watching them play; we’re encouraging creativity, fine motor skills, and imaginative storytelling. With 61 detailed wooden pieces that encourage open-ended play, every build becomes a new adventure. 3+ years

Mathological Liar Game is a fantastic way to engage our third graders while they develop essential math skills! As we watch our kids become math detectives, they will not only practice solving math problems but also improve their critical thinking and reasoning abilities. This game turns learning into an exciting adventure, with each round featuring intriguing plots where players must analyze clues and suspects' alibis. Grade 3

Edupress Mathological Liar Game is an exhilarating way to boost math skills while having a blast! We love how this engaging game encourages critical thinking and collaboration among students, making math feel less like a chore and more like an adventure. With 50 intriguing math mysteries presented on vibrant cards, kids will develop problem-solving abilities and enhance their math fluency, all while enjoying friendly competition with their peers. Grade 5

Walthers Trainline 40' Tank Car with Metal Wheels is the perfect addition to your child's model train collection! As parents and educators, we love how this beautifully detailed HO scale model sparks imagination and creativity while introducing concepts of engineering and design. With realistic paint schemes and functional magnetic knuckle couplers, children can learn about basic mechanics and enhance their fine motor skills as they connect and maneuver their trains. 8+ years

The Thames & Kosmos Motors & Generators Science Kit is an exciting adventure into the world of electricity and motion for kids aged 8 and up! This award-winning kit offers 25 hands-on STEM experiments that encourage young minds to explore the fascinating relationship between electricity and motion. With a full-color student guide, children will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they discover how electric motors and generators work. 8+ years

Crayola Light Up Tracing Pad is an absolute gem for nurturing creativity in our little artists! With this innovative art kit, kids can trace, sketch, and explore various art styles like 2D animation and expressive lettering, all while developing fine motor skills and artistic confidence. It’s a perfect tool for collaborative classroom activities or fun family art sessions at home. 6+ years

Bepuzzled Classic Mystery Recipe For Murder Jigsaw Puzzle is not just an ordinary jigsaw puzzle; it’s an exciting journey into the world of mystery-solving! Designed for ages 12 and up, this 1,000-piece puzzle encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity as families uncover hidden clues and piece together the narrative. Assembling the stunning puzzle fosters patience and spatial reasoning skills, making it a fantastic educational tool for young detectives keen to enhance their cognitive abilities while having a blast. 12+ years

The Le Toy Van Educational Wooden Honeybee Market Baker's Basket Crate sets the stage for delightful pretend play and interactive experiences. This vibrant play food encourages children to engage in role-playing scenarios that foster social skills, language development, and turn-taking—all essential for their growth. As parents and educators, we appreciate how this eco-friendly toy sparks creativity and collaboration while being a fun addition to any playroom. 3+ years

hand2mind Rainbow Magnetic Wand Set for Kids is an absolute treasure for anyone looking to spark creativity and curiosity in young learners! These vibrant wands are not only visually captivating with their rainbow colors but also serve as a hands-on tool for engaging science lessons. Whether it’s conducting thrilling experiments in magnetism or integrating them into playful activities like bingo, these wands help children explore essential STEM concepts while developing fine motor skills. 3+ years

Memoir '44 Equipment Pack Board Game EXPANSION invites families into the thrilling world of WWII battles, making history come alive in the comfort of your home! This expansion not only enhances gameplay with 186 meticulously detailed plastic figures representing powerful weapons and units but also fosters critical thinking and strategic planning skills as players navigate historic conflicts. We love how it encourages teamwork among kids and adults alike, all while learning about an essential period in history. 8+ years

Sculpey Original® White, Non-Toxic Polymer Clay opens up a world of creativity for children and adults alike! This versatile oven-bake clay stays soft and easy to mold until you're ready to bake it, making it perfect for school projects, holiday crafts, or just an afternoon of artistic exploration. As parents and educators, we appreciate how this clay enhances fine motor skills, encourages imaginative play, and supports collaborative projects in the classroom. 5+ years

EuroGraphics Soccer Spot & Find 100 Piece Puzzle is a fantastic way for our kids to dive into the excitement of soccer while honing essential skills! Not only does this vibrant puzzle improve fine motor skills and picture recognition, but it also encourages collaboration and independent problem-solving as our little ones assemble the pieces. We can’t help but appreciate the high-quality blueboard and local production, ensuring our children are playing with a safe, durable product. 5+ years

Melissa & Doug Tabletop Easel Paper Roll is a gateway to endless creativity for our little artists! With 75 feet of premium heavyweight bond paper, this roll is perfect for crayons, markers, and even paint, allowing our kids to explore their artistic skills while developing fine motor coordination and cognitive thinking. Whether they’re doodling, making colorful banners, or collaborating on group art projects, we can watch them express themselves in fun and innovative ways. 3+ years

The ECR4Kids 3-in-1 Premium Standing Adjustable Art Easel is a fantastic addition to any child's creative space! With its double-sided design featuring a chalkboard and a magnetic dry-erase board, it encourages artistic expression and helps develop fine motor skills while kids explore their imagination. Perfect for classrooms, daycares, and home use, this easel offers adjustable height settings to grow with your child, ensuring that stimulating art activities remain accessible and fun. 3+ years

Anatolian Puzzle - Overlook Cafe II is a delightful 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle that brings families together for hours of engaging fun! As we piece the vibrant scene together, children can develop essential skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and hand-eye coordination. The unique cut of each piece allows for an exciting challenge, while the non-glare surface ensures comfortable viewing. 8+ years

The Original Fraction Dominoes is an incredible hands-on learning tool that transforms the way our kids grasp fractions! This engaging game lets them visualize parts of a whole while honing their skills in addition, subtraction, and equivalent fractions. Whether played individually or in groups, these colorful dominoes foster math practice with creativity and collaboration, making it an absolute favorite in our home and classroom. 6-12 years

Walthers Trainline City Apartment Building is the perfect addition to your child's train collection and imaginative play! This beautifully crafted nine-story building not only enhances their train set but also nurtures storytelling skills, spatial awareness, and creativity. As your little ones build their city, they’ll explore concepts of architecture and community, sparking endless opportunities for learning and collaboration. 8+ years

Edupress Inference School Days Game is an engaging adventure that takes children on a journey from elementary school to college, all while honing their reading comprehension skills. This game invites kids to read story cards and make inferences, allowing them to connect the dots and think critically about the text. As a fellow parent, we appreciate how it empowers our kids at reading levels 3. 8-11 years

Learning Resources Giant Magnetic Ten Frame Set is a fantastic way to bring math concepts to life for children ages 5 and up. This vibrant set not only reinforces base ten skills with its colorful disks and magnetic frames, but it also encourages teamwork and collaboration through group activities. As educators and parents, we appreciate how this hands-on tool transforms math lessons into engaging demonstrations on any magnetic surface, fostering a love for learning and a deeper understanding of operations skills. 5+ years