Toys That Develop Design Skills

Revell 1937 Ford Pickup Truck Model Kit

Revell 85-4516 1937 Ford Pickup Truck 2N1 w/Surf Board Model Car Kit is an exciting way for kids aged 12 and up to dive into the world of model building! This intricate 162-piece kit fosters essential skills like critical thinking, fine motor abilities, and patience as young builders navigate the assembly process. By customizing features like the stock flat head V-8 or choosing the custom manifold, they’ll not only learn about mechanics and design but also express their creativity. 12+ years
Why we love it:
Revell 1937 Ford Pickup Truck Model Kit comes with 162 pieces that turn kids into mini engineers, sparking creativity while they build and customize their own masterpiece.

Illuminate Playtime with E-flite Lights

The E-flite Red LED Solid 2 Universal Light Kit is an exciting addition for young aviators and creative builders. This versatile light kit not only enhances the visual appeal of model airplanes but also stimulates critical thinking and design skills as children incorporate lighting into their projects. By experimenting with placement and effects, kids will develop an understanding of cause and effect, while igniting their interest in engineering and aviation. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Illuminate Playtime with E-flite Lights is a universal light kit that turns every model airplane into a dazzling display, sparking imagination while teaching kids about design and engineering.

Build the Daron Skymarks 747-400F Dream!

Daron Skymarks Ups 747-400F Airplane Model Building Kit with Gear is not just a delightful model for your little aviation enthusiast; it's an engaging way to learn about engineering and teamwork! Building this highly detailed model fosters fine motor skills and critical thinking as children figure out how each piece fits together. Plus, with a size that measures 14 inches long, it becomes a great display piece, sparking conversations about airplanes and flight. 8+ years
Why we love it:
Build the Daron Skymarks 747-400F Dream! offers a 14-inch model that turns aviation dreams into a hands-on engineering challenge, perfect for igniting curiosity about flight.

Barbie Neon Fashion Designer Kit

The Barbie Be a Real Fashion Designer Neon Edition is the ultimate DIY Dress-Up Craft Kit that sparks creativity in girls aged 6 and up! This engaging kit allows aspiring designers to create custom outfits for Barbie, encouraging imaginative play while honing critical skills like fashion design, color coordination, and fine motor development. With vibrant neon fabrics and fun accessories like ribbons, bows, and glitter, kids can express their unique style and engage in hands-on learning. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Barbie Neon Fashion Designer Kit includes vibrant neon fabrics and fun accessories that ignite creativity and help kids express their unique style through hands-on learning.

Cra-Z-Art Bold Washable Markers Fun!

Cra-Z-Art Bold Washable Markers are a colorful gateway to creativity! With 10 bright, bold colors, these markers inspire kids to express themselves while developing fine motor skills and artistic confidence. As parents and educators, we appreciate how easily they wash away from most surfaces, allowing kids to explore their imaginations without the worry of stains. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Cra-Z-Art Bold Washable Markers feature 10 bright colors that inspire creative exploration while allowing kids to make art without turning your walls into a modern masterpiece.

Endless Creativity with Refillable Window Blocks

The Excellerations Refillable Window Blocks Wood Set is a fantastic resource for young learners, inviting endless creativity and exploration. These durable blocks encourage kids to play, refill, and redesign their displays, helping them grasp essential concepts of spatial relationships while developing their fine motor skills. Crafted from sturdy birch wood and acrylic, this set stands up to countless activities making it a reliable choice for both classroom and home use. 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Endless Creativity with Refillable Window Blocks features durable birch wood and acrylic, allowing kids to explore their artistry and build essential spatial skills—all while having a blast.

Build & Race with 1951 Bel Air Kit

AMT Skill 2 Model Kit 1951 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-in-1 Kit is the perfect blend of history and hands-on discovery for budding young engineers and car enthusiasts! This retro deluxe edition not only sparks creativity but also enhances critical thinking and fine motor skills as kids assemble it from scratch. The option to customize with stock or drag racing parts allows for deeper engagement in problem-solving and design. 10+ years
Why we love it:
Build & Race with 1951 Bel Air Kit comes with customizable stock and drag racing parts, allowing kids to unleash their imagination while honing problem-solving skills—all while bonding over a classic car project.

Illuminate Learning with LED Lights

The Redcat Racing HX-LED-003M1 M1 Lighting Kit sparks curiosity and creativity for young racers and builders. This versatile lighting kit not only enhances your child’s racing experience but also fosters key skills like problem-solving and critical thinking as they learn to integrate lights into their models. A wonderful addition to educational play, it encourages children to experiment with design and functionality in a fun, interactive way. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Illuminate Learning with LED Lights transforms racing models into dazzling displays, offering kids a chance to creatively integrate lighting and problem-solve their way to a more exciting play experience.

Create Your Own Unicorn Pillow

Made By Me Make Your Own Unicorn Pillow invites kids to embark on a creative journey while crafting their very own magical companion. This engaging DIY project enhances fine motor skills, boosts creativity, and encourages imaginative play as children design and personalize their pillow with colorful fleece strips and glitter stickers. Ideal for nurturing self-expression, it’s the perfect blend of fun and education that parents can feel good about. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Create Your Own Unicorn Pillow includes colorful fleece strips and glitter stickers, making crafting a magical friend a delightful blend of art and personal expression.

Unleash Creativity with Style 4 Ever Studio

Canal Toys Style 4 Ever Fashion Design Studio is a delightful way for our little ones to explore their creativity while learning essential design skills. This immersive studio experience not only fuels their artistic expression through drawing trendy outfits but also encourages fine motor skills and problem-solving as they mix patterns, textures, and colors. With a plethora of design sheets, stencils, and accessories, kids can create unique fashion collections that reflect their personal style. 6-12 years
Why we love it:
Unleash Creativity with Style 4 Ever Studio offers a plethora of design sheets and stencils, letting kids unleash their inner fashion designer while building confidence in their unique style.

Create Magic with DIY Jewelry Advent Calendar

Tara Toys: Disney Princess DIY Jewelry Activity Necklace Advent Calendar is a delightful way for our little princesses to express their creativity while developing fine motor skills and imaginative thinking. Each day offers a new surprise to craft beautiful jewelry pieces, allowing kids to explore their artistic side by mixing and matching charming beads and components. It’s not just an advent calendar; it’s a fabulous journey where math and design come together to create something truly special. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Create Magic with DIY Jewelry Advent Calendar offers a delightful daily surprise to craft beautiful jewelry while building confidence and encouraging hands-on learning in a fun way.

Build The Mandalorian Helmet Today

The LEGO Star Wars The Mandalorian Helmet 75328 Buildable Model Kit is the perfect project for aspiring builders and Star Wars enthusiasts alike! This engaging set encourages problem-solving and fine motor skills as you piece together the iconic helmet, focusing on details that honor the legendary bounty hunter. Not only is it an opportunity to create a stunning display piece, but it also sparks creativity and fosters a love for design and storytelling—a fantastic bonding experience for families or a fun solo project for adults. 16+ years
Why we love it:
Build The Mandalorian Helmet Today features step-by-step instructions that make assembling this iconic model a confidence-building adventure for the whole family or a rewarding solo challenge.

Rainbow High Dia Mante Fashion Fun

The Rainbow High Shadow High Dia Mante Purple Fashion Doll is a vibrant way to inspire creativity and self-expression in children aged 4 to 12. With her stylish outfits and more than 10 colorful accessories, kids can engage in imaginative play that nurtures design skills, encourages storytelling, and enhances fine motor skills as they dress and style their doll. This remarkable doll not only provides hours of fun but also promotes values of diversity and inclusivity, making it a fantastic addition to any child’s toy collection or as a thoughtful gift. 4-12 years
Why we love it:
Rainbow High Dia Mante Fashion Fun comes with over 10 colorful accessories, sparking endless opportunities for creative dress-up and storytelling adventures that teach kids about diversity and self-expression.

Power Up STEM Learning with Matrix Jr. Drill

BLACK+DECKER Matrix Jr. Power Drill Kids Tools Play Toy is an engaging way to ignite a passion for science and engineering in young minds! With real forward and reverse drilling action, kids not only get to mimic the work of grown-ups but also build critical thinking and design skills. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Power Up STEM Learning with Matrix Jr. Drill features real forward and reverse drilling action, making DIY adventures feel just like the grown-up version of home improvement projects.

LEGO Lotus Flower Building Set

The LEGO Lotus Flower (40647) building set invites creativity while nurturing a love for design in kids aged 8 and up. As your child assembles these beautiful lotus flowers, they're not just building a decor piece but also enhancing their problem-solving skills, fine motor abilities, and spatial awareness. This set provides an opportunity for meaningful family interactions, and once completed, it serves as a stunning display that can brighten any room together. 8+ years
Why we love it:
LEGO Lotus Flower Building Set not only enhances problem-solving skills as kids assemble beautiful flowers, but it also encourages meaningful family moments while creating a stunning display.

Reina the Butterfly Squishmallow Companion

The Squishmallows Original 8-Inch Reina Green Butterfly with Flower Crown is not just a cuddly plush; it's a gateway to creativity and emotional development. Through imaginative play, children can explore storytelling and design skills while experiencing comfort and emotional support from their new fluffy friend. This unique plush encourages social interaction, nurturing qualities, and can even spark artistic inspiration as kids create their own stories and fashion designs akin to Reina's. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Reina the Butterfly Squishmallow Companion is an 8-inch plush that offers not just cuddles but also sparks creativity and storytelling, making emotional support fun and engaging.

Rainbow High Swim & Style Adventure

The Rainbow High Swim & Style Violet Fashion Doll is a vibrant catalyst for creativity and imaginative play, perfect for children aged 4 to 12. With her customizable wrap that can transform into 10 different styles, kids not only enhance their fashion sense but also engage in critical thinking as they explore design possibilities and develop fine motor skills while dressing and styling. It's a delightful way for parents and educators to inspire self-expression and collaborative play among friends and siblings, making every playtime an opportunity for learning! 4-12 years
Why we love it:
Rainbow High Swim & Style Adventure features a customizable wrap that can transform into 10 different styles, turning every playtime into a runway of creativity and critical thinking.

Creative Bracelet-Making Rainbow Loom Kit

The Rainbow Loom® Pretty Pastels, Beadmoji, Bracelet Making Kit for Girls is an enchanting tool for young creators aged 7 and up. With its vibrant colors and fun accessories, kids will enhance their fine motor skills, cognitive thinking, and creativity as they design personalized bracelets that showcase their unique style and messages. It's a wonderful choice for parents and educators seeking a fun, interactive way to encourage self-expression and essential developmental skills. 7+ years
Why we love it:
Creative Bracelet-Making Rainbow Loom Kit brings vibrant colors and fun accessories, empowering kids to express their unique style while effortlessly enhancing their fine motor skills.

Authentic LEGO Jango Fett Helmet Build

The LEGO Star Wars Jango Fett Helmet brings the galaxy far, far away right into your living room. This engaging DIY model kit is perfect for adults aged 18 and up, offering a wonderfully immersive building experience that sharpens fine motor skills and encourages critical thinking. Not only will we enjoy reconstructing intricate movie details like Jango's unique visor, but we’ll also experience the satisfaction of creating a stunning piece of room decor that celebrates our love for the Star Wars universe. 18+ years
Why we love it:
Authentic LEGO Jango Fett Helmet Build offers an immersive DIY experience with intricate movie details, making building as thrilling as a lightsaber duel in our living room.

Create with Shimmer 'n Sparkle Bracelets

Shimmer 'n Sparkle Sparkling A-Z Fashion Bracelets Making Kit is the perfect way for our kids to explore their creativity while developing fine motor skills and self-expression. As they weave together 15 unique and colorful bracelets using letter beads and charms, they not only create personalized accessories but also learn about design and patterning. This kit makes a fantastic gift for any occasion, all while sparking joy and promoting imaginative play. 8 years and up
Why we love it:
Create with Shimmer 'n Sparkle Bracelets is a jewelry-making kit that helps kids craft 15 unique bracelets while boosting their creativity and fine motor skills—what a sparkling way to express themselves!

Creative Fun with Light Box Art Kit

The World's Smallest You Create Light Box Scratch & Draw Art Kit is a delightful way for children aged 6 and up to explore their artistic flair. With its engaging scratch paper and illuminating light box, kids not only develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination but also delve into the world of color and design as they reveal their mini masterpieces. This portable art kit is perfect for nurturing creativity during travel or as a thoughtful gift, making it an excellent choice for parents who want to inspire young artists. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Creative Fun with Light Box Art Kit features engaging scratch paper that ignites artistic expression, making it the perfect travel buddy for inspiring young imaginations wherever you go.