Toys That Develop Creativity
Our Top 5 Picks
Crayola Washable Tempera Paint Adventure
Crayola Washable Tempera Paint is a vibrant, creative outlet for kids to express themselves. Perfect for classrooms or at home, this 32-ounce squeeze bottle of lasting orange paint encourages children to explore their artistic abilities while developing fine motor skills through painting. The non-toxic formula gives us peace of mind as we dive into messy playtime, knowing it washes away easily from skin and clothes! 3+ years
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Crayola Washable Tempera Paint Adventure comes in a generous 32-ounce squeeze bottle, making it a mess-friendly way to unleash creativity while keeping our laundry intact!
Vibrant Learning with Crayola Washable Paint
Crayola Washable Paint for Kids (12ct) is the perfect addition to every child's art supply collection! As parents and educators, we know how important it is to foster creativity and imagination, and this vibrant set offers 12 richly pigmented colors ready to inspire young artists. With these easy squeeze bottles, little hands can explore their creativity while developing fine motor skills and color recognition. 3+ years
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Vibrant Learning with Crayola Washable Paint includes 12 richly pigmented colors that let kids unleash their inner Picasso without the cleanup drama—art should be fun, not stressful!
Vivid Creativity with PRANG Refill Pans
PRANG Refill Pans for Oval Watercolor Paint Set are the perfect way to inspire young artists! With pure pigments and no wax fillers, these vibrant colors ensure a smooth laydown that brings children's imaginations to life. As parents and educators, we appreciate how engaging in watercolor painting can enhance fine motor skills, boost creativity, and encourage emotional expression. 5+ years
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Vivid Creativity with PRANG Refill Pans offers pure pigments and no wax fillers, turning every paint session into a splash of creativity and a skill-building journey for little artists.
Crayola Washable Turquoise Tempera Paint Fun
Crayola Washable Tempera Paint is the ultimate creative tool for kids! With its vibrant turquoise hue, this paint invites little artists to explore their imaginations while developing fine motor skills and color recognition. The creamy consistency dries to a smooth matte finish, perfect for various surfaces like construction paper and cardboard. 3+ years
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Crayola Washable Turquoise Tempera Paint invites kids to unleash their creativity with its vibrant hue while making clean-up a breeze for busy parents.
Vibrant Watercolor Joy for Young Artists
Prang Non-Toxic Semi-Moist Watercolor Paint Refill is the perfect solution to keep creativity flowing! As parents and educators, we know the importance of encouraging artistic expression in our little ones. This set not only replenishes watercolor palettes but also supports fine motor skills, color recognition, and blending techniques. 3+ years
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Vibrant Watercolor Joy for Young Artists is filled with non-toxic semi-moist paints that let kids explore their imagination mess-free, encouraging both creativity and confidence in their artistic abilities.
Vibrant Portrait Crayons for Creative Minds
Conté à Paris Colored Crayons Set with 12 Assorted Portrait Colors is a wonderful tool for nurturing creativity in our little artists. These crayons allow our children to explore a spectrum of skin tones, deepening their understanding of diversity while enhancing their fine motor skills. As they experiment with the flat edges to create depth and dimension in their drawings, they’re not just having fun—they're developing coordination and artistic expression. 3+ years
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Vibrant Portrait Crayons for Creative Minds feature 12 assorted portrait colors, making it a fantastic avenue for kids to explore diversity through art while fine-tuning their motor skills.
Teach My Preschooler Learning Kit
Teach My Preschooler Learning Kit is the ultimate all-in-one educational resource designed for children aged 3 and up. This engaging tool not only fosters reading, writing, and math skills, but also supports screen-free learning through delightful hands-on activities that make education feel like play. With over 70 pieces, including fun flashcards and a magic drawing board, we can easily guide our little learners through their preschool readiness journey, promoting essential cognitive and motor skills along the way. 3+ years
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Teach My Preschooler Learning Kit includes over 70 engaging pieces that make education feel like play, turning every learning moment into a fun adventure for our little ones.
Enchanting 13-Piece Ceramic Tea Set Fun
Rhode Island Novelty 13 PC Ceramic Tea Set invites children into a world of elegance and imagination! This delightful set not only makes tea parties a charming experience but also serves as a fantastic tool for learning social skills and etiquette. As kids serve tea and treats to their friends, they develop important communication skills and enhance their creativity. 5+ years
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Enchanting 13-Piece Ceramic Tea Set not only adds a touch of elegance to playtime, but it also cultivates essential social skills while serving delicious cups of imagination.
Sparkle with Jumbo Self-Adhesive Jewels!
Assorted Colors & Styles Bulk Jumbo Self-Adhesive Jewels are an absolute must-have for creative kids! These dazzling gems not only bring an explosion of color and sparkle to any DIY arts and crafts project, but they also inspire imagination and enhance fine motor skills as children peel, stick, and arrange their creations. Perfect for scrapbooking or costume embellishments, we love how these jewels turn ordinary projects into extraordinary works of art, all while engaging little hands and minds in playful learning. 3+ years
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Sparkle with Jumbo Self-Adhesive Jewels! includes assorted colors and styles that transform any craft project into a glittering masterpiece, while keeping little hands happily engaged.
Enchanting Rapunzel Wall Decals for Kids
Disney RoomMates RMK1525GM Disney Tangled Rapunzel Peel and Stick Giant Wall Decals are the perfect way to transform your child's space into a magical kingdom full of creativity! These delightful wall decals not only brighten up a room but also inspire storytelling and imaginative play. As educators and parents, we know that engaging visual elements can boost a child's confidence and love for learning. 3+ years
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Enchanting Rapunzel Wall Decals for Kids are easy to apply and reposition, turning any room into a storytelling haven that sparks creativity without leaving a sticky mess.
Creative Press & Shape Dough Fun
Hygloss Play Modeling Dough for Kids is the ultimate sensory experience for young minds! Safe and non-toxic, this versatile playdough helps children hone their fine motor skills, creativity, and sensory awareness through fun and engaging arts and crafts. Perfect for classrooms or at-home playdates, this dough offers a soft, easy-to-shape texture that sparks imagination without overwhelming scents, making it a must-have for all children, especially those with sensitivities. 2-5 years
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Creative Press & Shape Dough Fun offers a safe, non-toxic texture that invites kids to mold and create, making it a perfect blend of fun and fine motor development.
Jumbo Magnetic Spin Wheel for Fun Learning
The Educational Insights Jumbo Magnetic Spin Wheel is a game-changer for interactive classroom activities. This customizable spinner allows us to create unique games and learning experiences tailored to our students’ needs—think of it as an exciting twist on traditional drills! With the included dry erase markers, we can easily develop new templates for everything from math problems to language arts exercises, fostering engagement and teamwork among learners. Preschool and up
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Jumbo Magnetic Spin Wheel for Fun Learning features customizable templates that turn everyday lessons into exciting games, making classroom learning feel like a joyful competition.
Master Flight with the Thomas Morse Scout
Guillow's Thomas Morse Scout Laser Cut Model Kit offers budding aviation enthusiasts an engaging hands-on experience in building and flying. This model kit not only fosters creativity and fine motor skills as kids assemble precision laser-cut balsa parts, but it also cultivates problem-solving abilities when they experiment with flight methods, whether using the included rubber power motor or converting to electric or gas. Full of educational value, this kit sparks curiosity about aviation history and engineering principles, while providing hours of imaginative play. 8+ years
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Master Flight with the Thomas Morse Scout features precision laser-cut balsa parts, allowing kids to build and experiment while igniting their passion for aviation and engineering.
Creative Fun with Sulyn Cross Pendants
Sulyn Cross Pendants are perfect for cultivating creativity at parties, group crafting sessions, and summer camps! Designed for children aged 6 and up, these 26 unique pieces inspire self-expression while honing fine motor skills and encouraging collaborative play. Watching kids transform these vibrant pendants into cool projects is not only exciting but also an incredible way to spark their imagination and boost their confidence. 6+ years
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Creative Fun with Sulyn Cross Pendants includes 26 unique pieces that ignite kids' imaginations, turning crafting into a delightful mix of teamwork and artistic expression.
Jumbo Adventure Block Building Set
The Kids Adventure Learner Jumbo Block 48 PCS Set sparks creativity and exploration in children. With 48 interlocking blocks of various sizes, this set encourages our little ones to develop their hand coordination and gross motor skills through imaginative play. The soft rounded edges ensure a safe environment while they dive into constructing everything from castles to rocket ships! 2-5 years
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Jumbo Adventure Block Building Set's 48 interlocking blocks invite kids to unleash their creativity while ensuring a safe, soft-edged environment for hours of building fun.
Creative Playfoam Adventures
The Educational Insights Playfoam 8-Pack is a fantastic way for children aged 3 and up to unleash their creativity while developing crucial skills. With each squishy, squashy piece, kids can practice their shapes, letters, and numbers in a fun, hands-on way that stimulates their senses and builds confidence. This endless source of imaginative play not only helps children explore their interests but also fosters self-expression and resilience through the joys of creation. 3+ years
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Creative Playfoam Adventures includes 8 squishy pieces that let kids mold letters and numbers, making learning feel like a playful masterpiece they can reshape again and again.
Squishy Learning Fun with Playfoam
The Educational Insights Playfoam Party Pack (20 Pods) provides a delightful, mess-free way for kids to explore their creativity while building essential fine motor skills. Perfect for practicing shapes, letters, and numbers, this tactile foam encourages hands-on learning, making it a favorite in both homes and classrooms. With its non-sticky formula and endless possibilities for play, it's the ideal tool for engaging young minds in a fun, educational experience. 3+ years
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Squishy Learning Fun with Playfoam includes 20 colorful pods that transform learning into a mess-free, tactile adventure, making skills practice feel like a hands-on art project.
Exciting Science Fun with Jumbo Test Tubes
Learning Resources Primary Science Jumbo Test Tubes with Stand unlock a world of scientific exploration for our little ones! This vibrant set includes six chunky, colorful test tubes that are perfectly sized for tiny hands, inspiring creativity and curiosity in young scientists aged 3 and up. As educators and parents, we appreciate how these test tubes come equipped with calibration marks, allowing kids to learn valuable measuring skills while conducting their own experiments. 3+ years
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Exciting Science Fun with Jumbo Test Tubes includes six chunky, colorful test tubes that let young scientists conduct their own experiments while dexterously practicing measuring skills and creativity.
Rev Up Learning with Lightning McQueen!
RoomMates Disney Pixar Cars Lightning McQueen Peel and Stick Wall Decals is a fantastic way to ignite a passion for creativity and storytelling in our little ones! These vibrant decals not only brighten up any room but also encourage imaginative play as kids create their own thrilling racing adventures. By transforming their space into a fun learning environment, we can help boost their fine motor skills and spatial awareness through hands-on decor application. 3+ years
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Rev Up Learning with Lightning McQueen! features easy peel-and-stick decals that transform any room into a racetrack of creativity, sparking endless imaginative adventures.
Transform Learning with Cars Mater Decal!
Disney RoomMates RMK1519GM Pixar Cars Mater Peel and Stick Giant Wall Decal brings to life the vibrant world of Cars right in your own home! As parents and educators, we know how powerful visual stimulation can be in sparking creativity and imagination in our little ones. This delightful decal not only brightens up any smooth surface, but also encourages storytelling, role-play, and even discussions about teamwork and friendship. 3+ years
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Transform Learning with Cars Mater Decal includes vibrant visual stimulation that ignites creativity and encourages storytelling adventures in any play space—minus the sticky mess!
Create Fun with Cars Wall Decals
RoomMates Disney Pixar Cars Piston Cup Champs Peel & Stick Wall Decals make decorating a breeze while sparking creativity in our little ones! With 19 vibrant decals, kids can learn about colors, shapes, and storytelling as they arrange their favorite characters from Cars in their own unique way. These easy-to-apply decals are perfect for enhancing fine motor skills and encouraging imaginative play, while also being completely removable and repositionable—no sticky mess left behind! 3+ years
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Create Fun with Cars Wall Decals features 19 vibrant decals that allow kids to boost their creativity while decorating their space, leaving no sticky mess behind.
Starter Guitar Set for Young Musicians
Pyle 30” Classical Acoustic 6 String Linden Traditional Style Guitar w/Wood Fretboard is not just a guitar; it’s an invitation to explore the world of music! As parents and educators, we know how crucial music education is for developing creativity, coordination, and confidence in children. This all-in-one beginner guitar set encourages kids to express themselves while honing fine motor skills and auditory awareness. 6+ years
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Starter Guitar Set for Young Musicians includes a beautifully crafted 30” acoustic guitar, making it the perfect gateway for kids to explore their musical talents and boost their confidence.
Elenco Deluxe Soldering Adventure Kit
Elenco Deluxe Learn to Solder Kit opens up a world of creativity and engineering for our budding young makers! This fully adjustable soldering station, complete with essential tools and clear instructions, helps children grasp the fundamentals of working with printed circuit boards. It's not just about soldering; it's about building perseverance, fine motor skills, and technical knowledge that can set them up for future STEM success. 10+ years
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Elenco Deluxe Soldering Adventure Kit comes with a fully adjustable soldering station, turning kids into young engineers while they learn patience and precision—who knew soldering could spark such joy?
Pretend Play Delight: Felt Food Sandwich Set
Melissa & Doug Felt Food Sandwich Play Food Set is such a delightful addition to our playtime! This immersive gathering of 33 durable pieces encourages our little ones to explore their creativity by stacking and serving sandwiches any way they like. Not only is it a feast for the imagination, but it also promotes essential skills like fine motor development, counting, sorting, and even color recognition. 2-6 years
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Pretend Play Delight: Felt Food Sandwich Set includes 33 durable pieces, making meal prep a deliciously fun way to build essential skills while sparking imagination and teamwork.