Toys That Develop Creativity

Colorful Learning with Wooden Cubes

Learning Resources Wooden Color Cubes are a fantastic way to introduce young learners to the vibrant world of colors and shapes. Perfect for ages 4 and up, these versatile cubes help develop fine motor skills, enhance counting abilities, and spark creativity through hands-on exploration. Parents and educators alike will appreciate how these engaging toys seamlessly blend play with essential early educational experiences. 4+ years
Why we love it:
Colorful Learning with Wooden Cubes showcases vibrant colors and shapes, making learning feel like a colorful adventure that sparks creativity while developing essential early skills.

Beads in a Bucket for Creative Play

Learning Resources Beads in a Bucket is an exciting set of 110 colorful lacing beads great for kids aged 3 and up. This engaging toy not only provides endless fun but also enhances fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creativity in little ones. Perfect for classrooms and home use, these beads encourage kids to explore their artistic sides while developing focus and patience. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Beads in a Bucket includes 110 colorful lacing beads that turn crafting into a delightful exercise in patience and artistic expression, making every creation a proud masterpiece.

Giant Soft Cubes for Math Fun

Learning Resources Giant Soft Cubes - Numerals are the perfect introduction to math for our little ones! These oversized foam dice invite kids to engage in number games and probability experiments in a fun and dynamic way. They’re quiet, easy to handle, and designed specifically for young hands, making learning math concepts enjoyable and stress-free. PreK-2
Why we love it:
Giant Soft Cubes for Math Fun invite kids to engage in dynamic number games, making math feel less like a chore and more like a playful adventure in learning.

Jumbo Magnetic Alphabet Exploration

The Learning Resources Jumbo Magnetic Uppercase Letters set is an exciting way for little ones to dive into the world of letters! Perfectly sized for tiny hands, these large, colorful letters make playful learning a breeze—encouraging early letter recognition and the building of simple words right on the fridge! As parents and educators, we love how these vibrant magnets spark imagination and foster literacy skills in our toddlers. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Jumbo Magnetic Alphabet Exploration features 40 durable pieces, making it a colorful and engaging way for kids to boost their reading confidence right on the fridge!

Jumbo Magnetic Lowercase Letters Set

The Learning Resources Jumbo Magnetic Lowercase Letters set is a fantastic way to introduce young learners to the world of literacy! Perfectly sized for little hands, these bright, chunky letters make recognizing letters, colors, and even spelling simple words a breeze for kids aged 3 and up. With extra vowels and consonants included, this engaging educational toy is designed to boost foundational language skills while sparking curiosity and creativity. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Jumbo Magnetic Lowercase Letters Set features bright, chunky letters perfectly sized for little hands, making literacy fun while sneaking in valuable learning during playtime.

Inspire Writing with Pacon Sentence Strips

Pacon Sentence Strips are perfect for sparking creativity and improving writing skills in young learners! These versatile strips provide a fantastic surface for writing practice, allowing kids to use inks, pencils, and crayons with ease. With a helpful 1 1/2" guideline ruling and 3/4" dotted midline on one side, as well as single line ruling on the other, these strips make writing fun and accessible. Preschool
Why we love it:
Pacon Sentence Strips feature a 1 1/2" guideline ruling that turns writing practice into a fun and supportive adventure, helping kids unleash their inner authors.

Engaging Jumbo Magnetic Letters & Numbers

The Learning Resources Jumbo Magnetic Letters & Numbers Combo Set is an exciting tool for early literacy and math skills! With 80 vibrant, easy-to-handle characters, our toddlers can engage in fun activities that teach them letters, numbers, and how to form simple words, all while strengthening their fine motor skills. Aligned with Common Core standards, this set encourages creativity and interactive learning, making it a perfect choice for parents and educators looking to spark a love of learning in preschoolers. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Engaging Jumbo Magnetic Letters & Numbers includes 80 vibrant characters, making learning letters and numbers as colorful and hands-on as an art project in the fridge.

Fun Alphabet Rubber Stamps for Kids

Educational Insights Alphabet Rubber Stamps are a fantastic way to introduce your little learners to the world of letters and words! With 26 uppercase letters and 4 punctuation marks, our stamps encourage creativity and literacy in a hands-on way. Perfect for stamping out alphabet sequences, crafting fun sentences, or just exploring the magic of letters, these durable stamps are designed with easy-to-grasp handles to fit comfortably in tiny hands. 4+ years
Why we love it:
Fun Alphabet Rubber Stamps for Kids feature 26 uppercase letters and 4 punctuation marks, turning literacy into a playful adventure that sparks imagination and expression in tiny hands.

Magnetic AlphaBoard for Fun Learning

The Educational Insights Magnetic AlphaBoard Kit is the perfect companion for sparking creativity in children aged 4 and up. This dual-purpose, coated metal board invites little ones to explore letters and numbers while enhancing their literacy and math skills. With 72 magnetic letters and 27 math symbols, your child can engage in playful learning, building words and mastering equations. 4+ years
Why we love it:
Magnetic AlphaBoard for Fun Learning features 72 magnetic letters and 27 math symbols, turning any flat surface into a mini classroom for fun and engaging learning anywhere.

Beginner Wooden Pattern Blocks Fun

The Melissa & Doug Beginner Wooden Pattern Blocks Educational Toy is a fantastic first manipulative for our little learners aged 3 and up. With 30 vibrant geometric shapes and 5 double-sided scene boards, this toy not only ignites creativity but also enhances critical skills like spatial awareness and problem-solving. Watching our preschoolers connect each piece to form stunning pictures or invent their own designs is truly rewarding. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Beginner Wooden Pattern Blocks Fun features 30 vibrant geometric shapes that turn imaginative designs into a playful lesson in creativity and problem-solving—minus any screen time!

Raccoon Puppet for Creative Learning Fun

Folkmanis Raccoon In Garbage Can Hand Puppet is a delightful addition to any playroom or classroom! This charming puppet isn’t just for show—it's a fantastic tool for sparking creativity and encouraging storytelling in our children. Watching them bring this mischievous raccoon to life will develop their motor skills and enhance their imaginative play, making learning feel like an adventurous romp through the world of pretend. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Raccoon Puppet for Creative Learning Fun is a charming hand puppet that brings storytelling adventures to life, making learning engaging and helping kids develop their storytelling skills through playful interaction.

Miniature Zen Garden for Mindfulness

The Toysmith Deluxe Zen Garden is an engaging tool for promoting mindfulness and creativity right at your fingertips. This serene desk accessory encourages children and adults alike to explore meditative practices, enhancing focus, fine motor skills, and artistic expression through sand patterns and arrangement of decorative elements. Ideal for fostering a calming atmosphere, this miniature garden serves as a perfect educational resource for teaching important skills such as patience and emotional regulation. 8+ years
Why we love it:
Miniature Zen Garden for Mindfulness features a serene desk accessory that transforms stress into a creative sand experience, making relaxation a fun and tactile family activity.

Interactive Musical Fun for Kids

The Melissa & Doug Band-in-a-Box Clap! Clang! Tap! 3-6 years
Why we love it:
Interactive Musical Fun for Kids includes 10 engaging instruments that transform musical exploration into an exciting group activity, making every jam session a delightful learning experience.

Melissa & Doug Pizza Party Play Set

The Melissa & Doug Pizza Party Wooden Play Food Set is every little chef's dream! With six sliceable wooden pizza slices and over 54 colorful toppings, children can dive into imaginative pretend play while honing essential skills like creativity and sharing. This set effortlessly combines fun with learning, as kids practice their cutting skills and explore concepts like fractions and counting during meal prep. 3-5 years
Why we love it:
Melissa & Doug Pizza Party Play Set features six sliceable pizza pieces, offering kids a delicious way to explore fractions while flexing their creative culinary skills.

3-D Solar System Glow-In-The-Dark Kit

The Great Explorations 3-D Solar System Glow In The Dark Ceiling Hanging Kit transforms your child's room into a starry night filled with wonder! This engaging kit includes 3D planets and glowing star stickers, making astronomy fun and accessible. Not only do kids get to hang their own mini Milky Way, but they'll also develop a fascination for science, spatial awareness, and creativity as they play and learn. 5+ years
Why we love it:
3-D Solar System Glow-In-The-Dark Kit includes 3D planets and glowing star stickers, offering an enchanting way for kids to explore the universe and spark a lifelong love of science.

Create-A-Scene: Fairies Magnetic Fun

Create-A-Scene — Fairies Magnetic Playset ignites imagination and storytelling in our little ones! As parents and educators, we love how this portable, mess-free activity encourages creativity while developing fine motor skills and cognitive abilities. Children can assemble, disassemble, and rearrange vibrant magnets on delightful backgrounds, allowing for endless scenarios and tales. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Create-A-Scene: Fairies Magnetic Fun lets kids assemble and rearrange vibrant magnets, sparking their creativity while keeping mess at bay during quiet playtimes.

Electrifying Fun with Snap Circuits

The Snap Circuits Classic SC-300 Electronics Exploration Kit is a fantastic gateway into the fascinating world of electronics for kids aged 8 and up. With over 300 hands-on projects, this kit not only ignites curiosity but also fosters problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and creativity as children build everything from AM radios to burglar alarms. The colorful instruction manual makes it easy to follow along, ensuring kids stay engaged while learning fundamental concepts of electrical engineering in a fun and safe way. 8+ years
Why we love it:
Electrifying Fun with Snap Circuits features over 300 hands-on projects that transform kids into budding engineers while making learning about electronics feel like an electrifying adventure.

Creative Fun with Wooden Building Blocks

The Melissa & Doug Wooden Building Blocks Set is a delightful and classic choice for young builders aged 2 to 5. With 100 solid wood blocks in four vibrant colors and nine unique shapes, this set not only sparks creativity but also lays the groundwork for important early math concepts. As parents and educators, we love how it encourages fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and imaginative play—all without a screen in sight! 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Creative Fun with Wooden Building Blocks includes 100 solid wood blocks that inspire open-ended play, making math and engineering feel like an adventure without a screen in sight.

Creative Fun with Wooden Building Blocks

The Melissa & Doug Wooden Building Block Set instantly invites young builders into a world of creativity and exploration. Designed for beginners, this 200-block set features four vibrant colors and nine engaging shapes, perfect for sparking imaginations and enhancing fine motor skills. As children stack, balance, and arrange these blocks, they're not just having fun; they're also developing spatial awareness, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration skills. 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Creative Fun with Wooden Building Blocks includes 200 colorful pieces that inspire open-ended play, turning playtime into a hands-on discovery of engineering and imagination.

Engaging Quartet Characters for Creative Learning

Quartet Characters for Felt Letter Boards are perfect for sparking creativity and enhancing literacy skills in our children. With 300 clear, Helvetica-style letters, numbers, and symbols, our kids will love the hands-on experience of creating messages, practicing spelling, or even crafting their own stories! We appreciate how easy it is to organize with the included plastic compartment tray, making letter updates fun and simple. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Engaging Quartet Characters for Creative Learning includes 300 clear letters and symbols, making spelling and storytelling an exciting hands-on adventure for little imaginations.

Crayola Classpack Crayons: Colorful Creativity

Crayola Bulk Crayon Classpack - 800ct is the ultimate treasure trove for creativity in any classroom! Featuring 800 vibrant crayons in 16 assorted colors, this bulk set is perfect for sparking imagination during art projects and group activities. As educators and parents, we know that engaging in coloring helps develop fine motor skills, enhances hand-eye coordination, and encourages expression. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Crayola Classpack Crayons comes with 800 vibrant crayons, turning every coloring session into an exciting adventure that sparks creativity and collaboration among kids.

Crayola Watercolor Pencils: Create and Explore!

Crayola Watercolor Colored Pencils (24ct) invite our little ones to merge the worlds of drawing and painting through a vibrant spectrum of colors. These fun and versatile tools not only spark creativity but also enhance fine motor skills as kids experiment with different techniques like wetting the pencil tips or sketching on wet paper. As parents and educators, we see this product as a fantastic way to encourage artistic expression, boost confidence, and engage in colorful projects like greeting cards and scrapbooking. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Crayola Watercolor Pencils: Create and Explore! includes 24 vibrant colors that blend drawing and painting, making every art session an adventure in creativity and self-expression.

Creative Learning with Crayola Crayon Classpack

Crayola Crayon Classpack (800ct) is an incredible resource for sparking creativity and learning in young minds! With an impressive array of eight vibrant colors, this bulk crayon pack encourages kids to express themselves while developing fine motor skills and color recognition. Perfect for classrooms, art projects, or at-home activities, we love how it promotes collaborative learning through group creations and imaginative play. 5+ years
Why we love it:
Creative Learning with Crayola Crayon Classpack includes 800 vibrant crayons that spark endless imagination, turning every doodle into a masterpiece and every group project into a fun fest.

Mr. Sketch Scented Markers: Ignite Imagination!

Mr. Sketch® Scented Markers are a delightful way to unleash your child's creativity! These vibrant, aromatic markers not only bring artworks to life with colors and scents but also motivate children to explore their imagination through playful creation. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Mr. Sketch Scented Markers ignite imagination with their vibrant colors and playful scents, turning every doodle into a delightful sensory adventure that delights both kids and parents alike.