Toys That Develop Early Literacy

The CoComelon All Aboard Musical Train Set brings the joy of learning and play together in an exciting way! Designed for toddlers 18 months and older, this vibrant train set encourages early literacy and spatial awareness as kids load and unload the ABC cargo blocks and maneuver through track sections. With its catchy 'Train Song', little ones will develop rhythm and language skills while enjoying imaginative play on this delightful adventure. 18 months +

The VTech Sing It Out Karaoke Microphone is a delightful way to nurture your child's love for music while promoting early literacy and language skills. With 15 preloaded classic children's songs, little ones can sing along karaoke-style and even develop their confidence as they perform with colorful lights and fun voice effects. This engaging microphone encourages imaginative play and social interaction, making it a fantastic choice for playdates or solo fun. 2-5 years

The LeapFrog Prep for Preschool Activity Book is our go-to tool for preparing little ones for school! This interactive book captivates preschoolers with engaging activities that build confidence while exploring essential skills like counting, colors, shapes, and the alphabet. With touch-sensitive pages and erasable marker features, kids can practice letter writing and number matching, all while having a blast—and it certainly makes our playtime productive. 3+ years

VTech Peppa Pig Play Smart Laptop is a delightful tool for sparking curiosity in our little learners! Packed with 15 interactive games and activities, this laptop introduces children to letters, words, and numbers through the playful context of Peppa Pig and her charming friends. We love how it makes learning fun with engaging animations and sounds that keep kids entertained while developing essential skills. 2+ years

The Little Tikes® Learn & Play™ 100 Words Spell & Spin Pencil is a delightful tool for young learners aged 3 to 5! As parents and educators, we know how essential it is to foster early literacy skills, and this interactive pencil makes learning to spell a fun adventure. Kids can turn the letters to spell over 100 words while developing their vocabulary and phonetic skills. 3-5 years

The hand2mind 3D Sound and Phonics Cards are an innovative way to bring phonics to life for young learners! Perfect for kindergarten and early readers, these interactive cards make learning letter sounds exciting and accessible. Each card provides visual and practical guidance on producing sounds, fostering phonemic awareness while supporting speech therapy and ESL education. 3-6 years

The KIDS PREFERRED World of Eric Carle The Very Hungry Caterpillar Roll Out Activity Toy with Teether is a delightful companion for babies and toddlers. This engaging toy not only entertains little ones with its crinkly sounds and plush textures, but it also stimulates their sensory development and encourages early literacy through its soft, rolling book. Ideal for car rides and stroller outings, this charming caterpillar promotes bonding time between parents and children while supporting fine motor skills and teething relief. 0-2 years

KIDS PREFERRED Eric Carle Soft Book: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star with Sounds is the perfect introduction to storytime! This delightful 7-inch soft book features the beloved Very Hungry Caterpillar and invites our little ones to explore vibrant colors, tactile textures, and enchanting sounds. As parents and educators, we love how it encourages early literacy skills and sensory development with its interactive crinkly pages, and a firefly that lights up for peek-a-boo fun. 0-2 years

Banana Panda Match The Farm Animals Puzzles Matching Fun on the Farm is the ultimate interactive experience designed for imaginative little minds! As parents and educators, we know how essential it is to nurture creativity, memory, and fine motor skills in our young ones. This delightful set encourages toddlers and preschoolers to explore endless combinations with its unique mixing and matching circular pieces, making learning feel like a joyful adventure. 2-5 years

KIDS PREFERRED Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit Wooden Garden Wagon and Plush Veggie Play Set is the perfect blend of fun and education! As parents and educators, we know how important imaginative play is for little ones. This delightful set encourages active movement, helping toddlers transition from floor play to their first steps while also stimulating their creativity. 18 months+

The Bigjigs Toys FSC Certified Rolling Activity Centre is a delightful introduction to early learning for little ones aged 12 months and up. This multi-functional activity centre features a wooden shape sorter, engaging flip book, and colorful cogs, all designed to captivate curious toddlers. By pushing and interacting with this vibrant toy, children can enhance their fine motor skills, dexterity, and hand-eye coordination in a fun and stimulating way. 12 months and up

The GUND Sesame Street Furry Friends Forever Soft Book is a delightful way to introduce young ones to storytelling and friendship! With fun features like squeakers, crinkles, and rattles, this plush book not only stimulates sensory exploration but also encourages imaginative play. As parents and educators, we know the importance of fostering early learning through interactive experiences, and this soft book is designed for little hands to explore. 1 and up

Playskool Magnatab — a to z Lowercase is an incredible tool for young learners! As parents and educators, we know how crucial it is to engage our little ones in meaningful activities that blend learning with play. This magnetic board not only introduces toddlers to letter writing, but also stimulates their senses with the delightful sound of beads clicking as they trace and create. 3+ years

The Learning Journey International Match It! Upper & Lower Case Letters puzzle brings alphabet learning to life for our kids. This self-correcting puzzle not only engages little minds with vibrant pieces but also builds essential early reading skills by introducing them to the wonderful world of letters! 3-6 years

Schleich Farm World is an exciting 97-piece Toy Farm House Playset that transforms playtime into a vibrant learning experience! As fellow parents and educators, we love how it offers endless hours of imaginative play while also promoting fine motor skills, creativity, and early literacy. With detailed figures of farmers, adorable pets, and a variety of barnyard animals, kids can explore their love for nature and animals, sparking curiosity and storytelling. 3+ years

Learning Resources Spike and Friends Counting & Colors Book Set is an engaging way to introduce toddlers to the world of numbers and colors. With delightful illustrations and playful rhymes, this board book invites little ones to join Spike the Fine Motor Hedgehog and his friends in a fun-filled journey that sparks their imagination. As children explore the accompanying Fine Motor Friend figures, they're not just playing; they're developing crucial fine motor skills that set the foundation for future learning. 18 months+

Sight Word Stomp! is an energetic game that makes learning reading a dino-sized adventure for kids aged 5 and up! As little ones stomp on their colorful dino pieces, they’ll race to spot and collect 220 essential Dolch sight words across five exciting challenge levels. 5+ years

Learning Resources Create-a-Space Kiddy Center Pets is the perfect way for our little ones to dive into the world of organization while engaging in creative play! With its colorful pet cups designed for tiny hands, this storage caddy not only keeps art supplies like crayons and scissors in check but also teaches our kids essential skills in tidiness and responsibility. As parents and educators, we know that early exposure to organization can foster independence and readiness for school. 3+ years

The hand2mind Bob Books Sight Words Water Workbook Set is a delightful tool for young learners, combining fun and education in one mess-free experience! This set not only features beloved characters from the BOB Books series but also offers engaging activities that help children master essential sight words needed for kindergarten. With three reusable water books and soft-tip water pens, kids can explore creativity while enhancing their vocabulary and fine motor skills. 3-6 years

hand2mind Bob Books Alphabet Skills Water Workbook transforms learning into a delightful adventure for toddlers! As fellow parents and educators, we know how crucial early literacy is, and this mess-free water coloring book makes practice feel like play. Featuring beloved Bob Books characters, kids can trace letters and explore sounds without any mess. 2-5 years

Stages Play Builder: Farm Animals Figurines brings the farm right into our children's hands! This delightful set features four realistic farm animal figurines—a cow, pig, sheep, and horse—alongside a fun facts book filled with incredible tidbits about each animal. As we embark on imaginative adventures, we can explore animal habitats while nurturing curiosity and an early love for nature. 3+ years

Elmo’s Learning Letters Bus Activity Board is a delightful gateway to the world of letters for our little ones, ages 2 and up! This charmingly interactive board combines fun and education as it plays the Alphabet Song and Elmo’s cheerful phrases that bring each letter to life. With removable letters to practice spelling and a handle for on-the-go learning, children will not only enhance their ABCs but also develop essential fine motor skills. 2+ years

Peppa Pig's Alphabet Case invites little learners into a colorful world of letters and sounds! This delightful toy is not just an alphabet puzzle; it’s a wholesome experience that nurtures early literacy skills, vocabulary, and fine motor abilities through playful engagement. As we explore each of the 26 vibrant letter pieces, we can bond over matching letters with their whimsical images from Peppa’s adventures, making learning feel like a joyful game. 3+ years

The VTech Toddler Tech Laptop is an engaging way to introduce our little ones to the world of technology and learning! With five interactive app buttons, children will explore numbers and first words while having fun with themes like weather and music. As parents and educators, we love how this toy promotes fine motor skills and cause-and-effect understanding through its delightful features, like a spinning disc and a sliding arrow to choose animals. 12-36 months