Toys That Develop Early Literacy

LEXiBOOK Lighted Dinosaur Storyteller Nightlight transforms bedtime into an enchanting experience! It features 30 magical stories and soothing melodies, seamlessly blending education with relaxation to help our little ones drift off to sleep. This delightful dinosaur not only illuminates the way to dreamland but also fosters imagination and curiosity, introducing children to timeless tales and captivating fables. 3+ years

Munchkin Float & Play Bubbles is an enticing bath time experience that combines play with learning for your little ones. This charming set encourages exploration of letters and numbers while stimulating senses through colorful, floating bubbles and engaging textured rings. Parents and educators will appreciate how these fun, non-toxic foam toys support early literacy, counting skills, and color recognition in an enjoyable water play environment. 6 months – 3 years

Fisher-Price Toddler Learning Toy Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Chair is a delightful way to engage our little ones in fun and learning! This vibrant chair lights up and activates with music and playful phrases every time our toddlers sit down or stand up. With three Smart Stages levels, the chair adapts as our children grow, teaching them colors, shapes, numbers, and even the concept of opposites through interactive play. 1+ years

CoComelon Discover ‘N Play JJ invites your little ones to dive into a world of learning and fun! With this adorable doll, preschoolers can explore shapes, colors, ABCs, and 123s while singing along to five beloved CoComelon songs. The interactive features, including lights, sounds, and over 50 fun phrases, offer a delightful way to enhance early literacy and numeracy skills. 18 months +

Fisher-Price Toddler Toy Laugh & Learn Coffee Café Musical Playset is an interactive adventure for little baristas! We absolutely love how it engages toddlers in imaginative play while introducing essential early learning concepts like the alphabet, shapes, and numbers. With over 100 songs, sounds, and phrases, it keeps our kids entertained while fostering fine and gross motor skills. 18+ months

The Learning Resources Mini Letter Scoops is an engaging way to introduce preschoolers to letters and early literacy! Perfect for ages 3 and up, these vibrant scoops allow kids to match uppercase and lowercase letters while honing their fine motor skills through stacking and imaginative play. With realistic ice cream cones included, your little ones can dive into delightful pretend play and creative storytelling, all while developing essential coordination skills. 3+ years

The Learning Resources Alphabet Learning Mailbox is an innovative tool that brings the excitement of learning to your child’s fingertips! This engaging mailbox introduces toddlers to uppercase and lowercase letters through fun, double-sided puzzles that only connect when matched correctly—perfect for sparking those vital early reading skills. With its hands-on design, your little one will delight in practicing letter tracing on the reusable postcards while enhancing their fine motor skills. Preschool

The Little Tikes Story Dream Machine World of Eric Carle Swim, Climb, Crawl Collection transforms storytime into a vibrant adventure! This engaging toy promotes early literacy by combining projecting visuals with storytelling, helping children enhance their reading skills and word recognition. It’s not just a product; it’s a magical tool that sparks imagination and fosters a love for reading among toddlers and kids alike. 3+ years

The hand2mind Letter Tracing Sensory Pad is the perfect companion for your little budding writers aged 3 to 5! This innovative learning tool allows children to explore letter formation through a delightful tactile experience with a gel-filled surface, promoting fine motor skills and sensory engagement. With its reusable activity cards and portable design, it's an ideal choice for both home learning and on-the-go education, igniting a passion for early literacy while ensuring mess-free fun. 3-5 years

The hand2mind Phonics Word-Building Magnetic Letter Tiles are a fantastic resource for kindergarten educators and parents eager to ignite a love for reading in young learners. With these colorful and durable tiles, children can explore building, blending, and segmenting words in a playful manner that promotes phonemic awareness and letter recognition. Their unique heart-word method makes it easy to teach high-frequency and sight words, ensuring children not only learn to read but also develop foundational literacy skills that will serve them throughout their academic journey. Kindergarten

The Crayola Color Wonder Bluey Activity Kit sparks creativity in toddlers while keeping mess to a minimum! With unique Color Wonder technology, little ones can explore their artistic side without the worry of stains, enhancing fine motor skills, color recognition, and imaginative play. Perfect for car rides or family outings, this kit not only entertains but supports early learning in a fun and engaging way. 3+ years

The hand2mind Alphabet Picture Mnemonic Cards are a delightful and effective way to introduce young learners to the world of letters! Featuring colorful illustrations that connect each letter to familiar objects, these cards encourage letter recognition and phonemic awareness through visual cues. With both uppercase and lowercase letters, they offer a seamless transition for children as they embrace phonics and word-building activities. 2-5 years

The Bluey Water Drawing Mat ignites creativity without the chaos! This delightful water art experience allows toddlers to explore their artistic side while enhancing fine motor skills and cognitive development through playful learning. With mess-free coloring and reusable accessories, parents can confidently encourage imaginative play and teamwork while fostering early literacy, shapes, and creativity—all with just water! 2-5 years

The VTech Zoo Jamz Giraffe Piano is an enthralling musical adventure for little ones aged 1. 5 to 4 years! This innovative toy not only invites your child to explore music through 20 engaging songs, but it also helps them develop essential skills such as rhythm, coordination, and auditory discrimination. 1.5-4 years

VTech Peppa Pig Peppa's Nursery Rhymes invites our little ones to join Peppa on delightful adventures! As they explore first words and catchy rhymes at various fun locations, children develop their language skills and gain a sense of rhythm through interactive songs like 'Mary Had a Little Lamb. ' With beautifully illustrated, easy-to-turn pages and engaging light-up buttons, this toy makes reading an exciting experience. 9+ months

The Melissa & Doug Wooden Lift & See Peg Puzzle Early Learning 2-Pack is an engaging way for preschoolers to explore letters and numbers! Designed for children aged 2 to 5, this puzzle set includes brightly colored pieces that not only help teach pre-reading skills and basic number concepts but also encourage fine-motor development. Each letter and number piece reveals delightful pictures underneath, making learning a playful adventure. 2-5 years

Talking Tables 8 x Safari Party Paper Bowls are the perfect way to elevate any kids' gathering with fun and flair! Designed with playful animal companions like a zebra and monkey, these bowls not only serve snacks but also spark curiosity about wildlife and nature. As parents and educators, we appreciate how these eco-friendly bowls can be a stepping stone for discussions about sustainability and our planet, blending learning with play. 3+ years

Winnie The Pooh Plush Playset is a delightful introduction to the magical world of storytelling and sensory exploration for our little ones! With soft characters like Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, and Piglet, this playset not only sparks imaginative play but also enhances sensory skills through engaging rattles, squeaks, and crinkly textures. The plush honey pot doubles as a clever storage solution, making cleanup easy and encouraging independence in our children. 0 and up

The Nuby Xylodile Bath Toy and Musical Instrument adds a splash of musical joy to bath time for little ones aged 12 months and up. This interactive toy encourages learning through play, helping children develop their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination while exploring the magic of cause and effect. With its engaging design, getting clean becomes an exciting adventure, making it easier for parents to foster good hygiene habits without the fuss! 12+ months

The VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Fast and Friendly Garage invites your little ones to embark on thrilling adventures while learning valuable skills. 1.5+ years

The Ms. Rachel Official Herbie Cuddle & Comfort Friend Doll is the perfect companion for babies and toddlers aged 6 months and up. This super-soft plush toy not only provides warmth and comfort but also encourages early skills development through playful interactions. 6 months to 3+ years

The eeBoo Hexagon Puzzle Pairs - Alphabet is an engaging pre-reading activity that makes learning letters a delightful adventure for our little ones! With 33 colorful hexagon-shaped puzzle pairs, children match vibrant pictures to letters, fostering essential skills like recognition, vocabulary expansion, and early phonics understanding. This hands-on approach not only cultivates a love for reading but also strengthens fine motor skills as kids piece together the puzzle. 3+ years

The eeBoo Hexagon Puzzle Pairs - Simple Words is a delightful pre-reading activity for little learners aged 3 and up. As our kids match pictures with words, they embark on a fun journey to build phonemic awareness, which is essential for effective reading. With 33 colorful hexagonal pairs, each sturdy piece not only stimulates the mind but also captivates attention with vibrant imagery, making early reading engaging! 3+ years

Rainbow Phonics - Letter Sounds is a fantastic tool for sparking early literacy in our little learners! Designed with vibrant illustrations and catchy captions, these 151 durable cards engage kids ages 4 and up in mastering essential spelling-to-sound patterns. Whether used in the classroom or at home, this resource promotes independent learning and reinforces phonemic awareness through a structured progression. 4+ years