Toys That Develop Critical Thinking
Exciting LEGO Gear Bots STEM Kit
The Klutz Lego Gear Bots Science/STEM Activity Kit opens the door to a world of creativity and engineering for kids ages 8-12. With this hands-on kit, your children will construct 8 brilliant kinetic creatures using LEGO Technic bricks and papercraft, all while diving into the science of physics and mechanics. The 64-page instructional book is packed with engaging explanations about axles, cams, cranks, and the engineering principles behind everyday machines, making learning a fun experience. 8-12 years
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Exciting LEGO Gear Bots STEM Kit includes 8 kinetic creatures made from LEGO Technic bricks, transforming science into an engaging hands-on adventure that sparks curiosity and creativity.
The A to Z of Cats Puzzle Adventure
The A to Z of Cats Puzzle is a delightful way for kids and parents to engage with the wonderful world of felines! This uniquely shaped puzzle not only captures the charm of 26 different cat breeds but also nurtures essential skills like problem-solving and fine motor dexterity in young hands. As we piece together this stunning 80 cm cat, we’ll spark conversations about our furry friends, helping children build their vocabulary and learn about each breed’s characteristics in a playful, interactive way. 4+ years
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The A to Z of Cats Puzzle Adventure features 26 adorable cat breeds, making family bonding time a delightful way to enhance vocabulary and cat knowledge while piecing together a stunning puzzle.
Explore Oscar Wilde with a 1000-Piece Puzzle
The World of Oscar Wilde 1000-Piece Puzzle is a delightful way to dive deep into the literary genius of Wilde while engaging our minds and hands! As we piece together this intricate jigsaw, we not only embrace the art of patience and problem-solving but also spark conversations about his captivating characters and timeless stories. This puzzle comes with a pull-out poster to help us identify characters and understand their narratives, making it a wonderful educational tool for book lovers of all ages. 12+ years
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Explore Oscar Wilde with a 1000-Piece Puzzle offers a pull-out poster to deepen our understanding of Wilde’s characters while bringing families together for screen-free literary fun.
Discover Christmas Tales with This Puzzle
A Book Lover's Christmas is the perfect jigsaw puzzle for families who adore literature and the magic of Christmas! As we piece together this beautifully illustrated 1000-piece set, we can spark conversations about our favorite holiday stories and characters, enhancing our storytelling skills and creativity. It’s a fantastic way for us to engage our little ones in critical thinking and problem-solving, all while soaking in the festive spirit. 8+ years
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Discover Christmas Tales with This Puzzle features 1000 beautifully illustrated pieces that turn family time into a cozy storytelling adventure, perfect for sparking holiday magic.
Adventure-filled Where's Wally Books
The Where's Wally 8 Books Collection invites kids and families to embark on a thrilling quest of observation and critical thinking. As children dive into these vibrant scenes filled with delightful distractions, they sharpen their visual discrimination, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail—all while enjoying the thrill of the search. This beloved series is not just a fun way to pass the time; it's an engaging educational tool that encourages teamwork and patience as all ages come together to find Wally and discover his quirky friends. 5+ years
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Adventure-filled Where's Wally Books invites families into vibrant scenes that transform a simple search into a delightful education journey, fostering observation and collaboration.
Creative Color Matching Fun
Hervé Tullet's Press Here Game is a vibrant, interactive experience designed for children ages 2 to 6. This engaging game not only enhances memory skills and color recognition but also sparks creativity, encouraging kids to think outside the box while they enjoy quality playtime with friends and family. With its award-winning design, this game perfectly complements Tullet's beloved books, making it an ideal addition to any educational playroom. 2-6 years
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Creative Color Matching Fun features an interactive experience that turns playtime into a fabulous color adventure, fostering creativity and collaboration among little artists and their friends.
Darth Vader™ and Friends Eco-Journals
Darth Vader™ and Friends Four Mini Eco-Journals are perfect for inspiring young imaginations while they engage with the beloved Star Wars universe. These pocket-sized, eco-friendly journals not only encourage creative writing and drawing but also foster organizational skills as kids learn to express their thoughts and ideas. Featuring whimsical illustrations by Jeffrey Brown, they offer a fun and interactive way for children to build literacy and creativity in a format that’s as exciting as a galaxy far, far away! 6+ years
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Darth Vader™ and Friends Eco-Journals include whimsical illustrations, making story writing feel like an epic adventure in a galaxy far, far away, while also nurturing young creativity.
Quicktionary: The Fast-Paced Word Game
Chronicle Books Quicktionary is an exciting, lightning-fast wordplay game that challenges players to think creatively while honing their language skills. Designed for ages 12 and up, it encourages critical thinking, boosts vocabulary, and enhances collaboration as players work together to find words that fit unique prompts. Perfect for family game nights or classroom activities, this card game creates a fun, interactive environment that makes learning engaging and enjoyable! 12+ years
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Quicktionary is a lightning-fast wordplay game that turns family game night into a vocabulary-building extravaganza, making language skills feel like competition instead of schoolwork!
Wild West Social Deductions
Chronicle Books Donner Dinner Party: A Rowdy Game of Frontier Cannibalism! is an engaging game that invites players aged 12 and up to sharpen their social deduction and critical thinking skills. As pioneers navigate a treacherous mountain landscape full of cannibalistic intrigue, they’ll learn to read body language, analyze group dynamics, and develop strategic decision-making—all while having a blast with friends and family. 12+ years
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Wild West Social Deductions invites players to engage in a unique blend of ethical dilemmas and cunning strategies, making family game night a wild ride of laughter and learning.
Get Smart Trivia: Fun for Family Nights
Get Smart: 50 Trivia Questions is the ultimate card game that turns after-dinner conversations into a delightful learning experience! This charming tin is packed with 50 thought-provoking questions spanning history, geography, and pop culture, making it a fantastic resource for sparking curiosity and discussion among family members. We love how it challenges our critical thinking skills and encourages teamwork, as we all rally together to solve these brain-busters. 8+ years
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Get Smart Trivia: Fun for Family Nights includes 50 thought-provoking questions that transform family game time into a laughter-filled learning experience, sparking curiosity in everyone at the table.
Peace: A Card Game for Kindness
Chronicle Books Peace: A Card Game offers a delightful twist on the classic game of War by challenging players to showcase acts of kindness. This educational card game promotes social-emotional learning as children and families engage in discussions about generosity, empathy, and the impact of kind gestures on relationships. It's a wonderful way to encourage positive behavior and foster a caring mindset among kids, all while having fun together! 6+ years
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Peace: A Card Game for Kindness introduces players to acts of kindness through engaging discussions, making family game night a powerful tool for building caring relationships.
Vampyre Hearts: Spooky Strategy Fun
Chronicle Books Vampyre Hearts: A Trick-Taking Game brings an innovative and thrilling twist to the classic card game of Hearts. This game not only encourages strategic thinking and decision-making as players outsmart each other, but also strengthens social skills through interaction and friendly competition. Parents and educators will appreciate how this spooky game makes learning essential skills fun for everyone involved! 8+ years
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Vampyre Hearts: A Trick-Taking Game features a thrilling twist on classic gameplay that makes strategy and social skills come alive while keeping the spookiness just right for everyone.
Pendleton Backgammon: Adventure-Ready Fun!
Chronicle Books Pendleton Backgammon is the perfect blend of tradition and fun for family outings or evenings around the campfire. As educators and parents, we know games like backgammon develop critical thinking, strategic planning, and social skills, making this iconic game a fantastic learning tool. With its travel-ready, roll-up design, it’s not just easy to pack but also encourages family bonding outside of screens. 8+ years
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Pendleton Backgammon features a travel-ready, roll-up design that transforms family outings into exciting strategy sessions, fostering connections over classic gameplay and lasting memories.
Vibrant Learning with Bright Games Cards
The Chronicle Books Bright Games 2-Deck Set of Playing Cards brings a fresh and colorful twist to a classic pastime. Not only do these high-quality cards enhance visual recognition and color differentiation, but they also support critical thinking and strategic skills through engaging gameplay. Ideal for family game nights, this vibrant set is perfect for parents and educators looking to combine fun with learning in a dynamic way. 4+ years
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Vibrant Learning with Bright Games Cards features a colorful twist on classic playing cards, making family game night a fantastic opportunity for strategic fun and learning together.
Paw-sitively Educational Card Game
Chronicle Books We Rate Dogs! The Card Game invites families and friends to dive into a fast-paced, dog-loving showdown where players enhance their strategic thinking and decision-making skills. Kids will not only learn about friendly competition but also develop creativity as they choose their favorite dogs to showcase and delight in playful banter about dog traits like Floof and Sass. 8+ years
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Paw-sitively Educational Card Game invites friendly competition over adorable dog traits, making learning strategy and social skills as fun as a wagging tail.
Name That Tune! Music Trivia Fun
Name That Tune! is an exciting trivia game that transforms family nights into joyful jam sessions! Packed with 50 brain-busting music trivia questions, this compact tin encourages kids and adults to explore their musical knowledge while honing critical thinking skills—all while having loads of fun! 8+ years
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Name That Tune! includes 50 brain-busting music trivia questions that turn family nights into unforgettable jam sessions, providing laughter and learning with every note.
S’Mores Wars: A Deliciously Fun Challenge
Chronicle Books S’Mores Wars: The Campfire Card Game of Snack Attacks is an exciting way for families to enjoy game night while sharpening critical thinking and strategic planning skills! As players collect ingredients and navigate through competitive rounds, kids will not only enhance their decision-making abilities but also engage in healthy competition and teamwork. This fast-paced game is perfect for fostering a love of learning through fun, delicious themes that resonate with kids and adults alike. 8+ years
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S’Mores Wars: A Deliciously Fun Challenge features competitive rounds that make learning critical thinking and teamwork feel like a deliciously fun family feast.
Funny Fish Go Fish Card Game Fun
Chronicle Books Taro Gomi's Funny Fish Go Fish Card Game for Kids is a delightful way for families to connect while reinforcing essential skills like memory, observation, and social interaction. With vibrant, full-color cards, children will not only enjoy playing but also enhance their cognitive abilities through this timeless game. Perfect for preschool and kindergarten settings, it's an engaging option that brings joy to family game nights and classrooms alike. Preschool
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Funny Fish Go Fish Card Game Fun features vibrant, full-color cards that turn family game night into a joyful learning experience, making memorization feel like a fun fishy adventure.
Multiplication Fun with Flash Cards!
Carson Dellosa 169 Multiplication Flash Cards transform the often-dreaded times tables into an exciting and engaging learning experience! These flash cards encourage our children to practice all multiplication facts up to 12 while playing various math games that foster not just skill retention but also a love for learning. With over 100 math problems and a bonus resource card filled with extension activities, we can easily create fun-filled learning sessions that cater to kids' different learning styles. 8-12 years
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Multiplication Fun with Flash Cards! features over 100 math problems that turn learning times tables into a lively game, making math feel less like a chore and more like an adventure.
Discover Electricity: Hands-On Science Fun
Discover Electricity - Book & Science Experiments Kit is the perfect gateway for young explorers into the fascinating world of electrical science. Designed for curious minds, this kit includes a 24-page instructional book and 20 components, enabling children to create their own electrical circuits and gadgets safely at home. By engaging in these exciting experiments, your kids will not only develop essential STEM skills but also cultivate critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. 8+ years
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Discover Electricity includes a 24-page instructional book and 20 components, making it a fun way for kids to tinker and spark their interest in STEM with hands-on experiments.
Ignite Creativity with Make-a-Story Journals
Learning Resources Make a Story Writing Journal is the perfect gateway for young writers to dive into the world of storytelling! With engaging prompts and a thoughtful structure, these journals help kids express themselves creatively while honing their language and writing skills. Each set includes ten delightful notebooks, ensuring there's plenty of space for imaginative ideas and stories. 5+ years
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Make-a-Story Journals include ten delightful notebooks packed with engaging prompts, perfect for empowering young storytellers to unleash their creativity while honing essential writing skills.
Engage in Strategy with Thrones Boardgame
A Game of Thrones Boardgame Second Edition brings the epic battles of Westeros to your family game night! This immersive board game encourages strategic thinking, teamwork, and negotiation skills as players step into the roles of powerful houses vying for control. With updated art and streamlined rules, it’s perfect for sparking family discussions and debates, all while developing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. 14+ years
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Engage in Strategy with Thrones Boardgame immerses players into epic battles with streamlined rules that spark family debates and build valuable logic skills while having fun.
Sentence Building Fun for Kids
Key Education Sentence Building Game is the ultimate resource we’ve been searching for to ignite our children’s love for reading and writing! This interactive set provides a playful way to master essential skills like sentence structure, punctuation, and parts of speech using colorful, engaging materials. With 55 word cards, punctuation resources, and vivid photo cards, our kids will enjoy hours of collaborative learning, whether at home or in the classroom. 6-8 years
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Sentence Building Fun for Kids includes 55 word cards and punctuation resources, making grammar feel like a game while nurturing a love for reading and writing together.
Exciting ABC Sounds Learning Lotto Game
Key Education ABC Letter Recognition and Sounds Listening Lotto Game transforms letter learning into an exciting adventure! This engaging board game allows our preschoolers and early learners to practice essential listening and reading skills through matching sounds with letters. With its versatile gameplay and 12 colorful game cards, children can experience a fun, new challenge each time they play. 4+ years
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Exciting ABC Sounds Learning Lotto Game includes 12 colorful game cards that turn letter learning into a dynamic match-up adventure, making phonics fun and interactive for our little learners.