Toys That Develop Empathy
Our Top 5 Picks
Snackles: Plushie Friends for Learning Fun
Snackles Series 2 is here with delightful 8-inch cuddly plush toys that make learning an adventure! Each Snackle not only features a soft, squishy design perfect for comforting hugs, but also encourages imaginative play, social-emotional skills, and literacy through engaging bios that entertain while educating. With 12 adorable characters to collect, parents and educators will love how these plush pals promote creativity and encourage children to explore friendships in a safe, tactile way. 3+ years
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Snackles: Plushie Friends for Learning Fun features 12 adorable characters that foster creativity and friendship, turning playtime into a cozy opportunity for learning and emotional growth.
Celebrate with Cinderella: Enchanted Doll
Mattel Disney Princess Cinderella Birthday Collectible Fashion Doll is a delightful way for children to engage in imaginative play while celebrating special moments. This beautifully crafted doll not only allows kids to recreate their favorite scenes from the beloved Disney movie but also encourages storytelling and creative expression. With her elegant gown and charming accessories, children can develop fine motor skills through dressing and undressing the doll, all while exploring themes of kindness and resilience that Cinderella exemplifies. 3+ years
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Celebrate with Cinderella: Enchanted Doll features an elegant gown and charming accessories that inspire creativity while reinforcing kindness and resilience through play.
Barbie Chelsea Puppy Carrier Adventure
Barbie Chelsea Puppy Carrier Playset is a delightful way for children to explore imaginative play while developing crucial skills. With Chelsea's adorable puppy and a transforming carrier that offers multiple play zones like a bath area and cozy doggie bed, kids can engage in scenarios that enhance their storytelling abilities. As they handle dog toys and treats, little ones practice empathy and responsibility, learning about caring for our furry friends! 3+ years
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Barbie Chelsea Puppy Carrier Adventure features multiple play zones, making caring for an adorable puppy a delightful way for kids to learn responsibility and creativity while having fun.
Sweet Dreams PJs for Imaginative Play
American Girl Truly Me, 18-inch Doll Clothes, Sweet Dreams PJs Outfit is the perfect way to cozy up your little one's doll for bedtime adventures! This outfit not only ignites imaginative play but also encourages responsibility as children care for their dolls. With satin PJs, charming faux-fur slippers, and a delightful pink hair tie, kids can engage in role-playing scenarios, enhancing social skills and creativity. 6+ years
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Sweet Dreams PJs features charming faux-fur slippers that elevate playtime, turning every bedtime routine into a delightful storytelling adventure that nurtures creativity and caring hearts.
Interactive Hamster Fun for Little Ones
Little Live Pets Hamster Mini Interactive Toy Set brings joy and nurturing play to our children’s worlds! As parents, we love watching our kids learn the importance of care and compassion while interacting with this adorable mama hamster and her surprise babies. With over 20 sounds and the magical birth surprise, our kids can explore empathy and responsibility, all while developing fine motor skills through brushing and feeding. 3+ years
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Interactive Hamster Fun for Little Ones includes over 20 sounds and surprise baby hamsters, making nurturing play an engaging way for kids to learn care and compassion.
Sniffles & Vet Table Playset Fun
Sniffles & Vet Table Playset is the perfect way for kids to step into the caring world of veterinary medicine! This adorable plush pup, with its soft pink fur and bendable legs, encourages imaginative play while teaching responsibility and empathy. As children examine Sniffles using the thorough 27-piece vet set, they develop fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities by using tools like a stethoscope and otoscope. 3+ years
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Sniffles & Vet Table Playset features a 27-piece vet set that transforms playtime into a compassionate learning experience where little ones nurture their love for animals and responsibility.
LullaBaby: A Cuddly Companion for Imaginative Play
LullaBaby is not just a doll; it’s an opportunity for your little ones to explore their creativity and emotional development! With its soft body, realistic features, and easy-change clothing, LullaBaby encourages children to engage in nurturing, role-play scenarios that enhance empathy and kindness. As they interact with their doll, kids practice fine motor skills, learn about responsibility, and develop social skills in a fun and imaginative way. 2+ years
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LullaBaby’s soft body and easy-change clothing encourage nurturing role-play, helping kids explore their emotions and develop valuable social skills through delightful imaginary scenarios.
Hug and Glide Toothless Dragon Plush
The Dreamworks Dragons How to Train Your Dragon, Hug and Glide Toothless Plush Toy is more than just a cuddly companion—it's a gateway to imaginative adventures! At 12 inches tall, this soft plush dragon not only invites snuggles with its velvety wings but also encourages active play through its exciting flying action feature. By manipulating Toothless' wings, children enhance their fine motor skills while exploring stories and scenarios that ignite creativity and storytelling. 4+ years
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Hug and Glide Toothless Dragon Plush features velvety wings that encourage kids to unleash their imagination while snuggling up for a cozy adventure.
MySize Dollhouse: Creative Play Awaits
Delta Children MySize Dollhouse is a delightful 3-story wonder that invites our little ones into a world of imagination and storytelling. With seven uniquely designed rooms and a set of 12 charming accessories, kids can engage in pretend play that nurtures creativity and fosters empathy as they simulate real-life scenarios. Designed for durability and sustainability, this Montessori-inspired dollhouse not only provides hours of screen-free entertainment but also enhances fine motor skills and social development as children interact and play with friends. 3+ years
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MySize Dollhouse features seven uniquely designed rooms that transform playtime into a storytelling adventure, fostering creativity and real-life scenario exploration among friends.
Delta Children Little Gem Dollhouse
The Delta Children Little Gem Dollhouse is a charming 3-story playhouse that invites children aged 3 and up into a world of imaginative storytelling. With four delightful rooms and a balcony for endless adventures, this dollhouse promotes independent play and creativity, inspiring kids to explore social skills and empathy through role-play. Featuring 16 beautifully designed accessories like a piano and vanity, it's an excellent way for little ones to develop fine motor skills while bringing their stories to life. 3+ years
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Delta Children Little Gem Dollhouse features four delightful rooms, inviting kids to create their own stories while developing vital social skills without even realizing they’re learning.
Great White Shark Plush Adventure
The Wild Republic Naturekins Great White Shark is a fantastic way to immerse children in the wonders of marine life! Perfect for sparking curiosity, this plush toy not only offers a cuddly companion but also serves as a fun educational tool that teaches kids about ocean ecosystems and wildlife conservation. With its lifelike design and emphasis on safety, this shark toy promotes imaginative play while fostering a love for science and nature in young explorers. 3+ years
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Great White Shark Plush Adventure features a lifelike design that sparks curiosity about ocean ecosystems, making learning about marine life irresistibly cuddly and fun.
Kipp the Fox: A Vet Adventure!
Kipp the Fox is an enchanting plush toy that invites children into the magical world of Vida the Vet! With his super-soft fur and adorable features, Kipp encourages kids ages 3 and up to explore their empathy and imagination through pretend play. As your little ones embark on fun adventures with Kipp, they develop essential social skills, spark a love for animals, and enhance their creativity. 3+ years
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Kipp the Fox is a super-soft plush companion that encourages kids to explore their empathy and imagination through creative adventures and caring for animals.
Pippen Plush Toy: Adventures in Learning
Pippen Plush Toy is an enchanting companion that brings the magical world of Sweetwood right into your little one’s playroom! With her super-soft fur and whimsical design, Pippen inspires kids to explore their imagination while learning compassion through pretend vet play. This delightful plushie not only encourages storytelling and role-play but also helps develop empathy and problem-solving skills—all while your child cares for their furry friend. 3+ years
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Pippen Plush Toy features super-soft fur that invites cuddles while sparking compassionate vet adventures, making learning about animals both fun and meaningful.
Mr. Krabs Plush: Fun Learning Buddy
Hallmark itty Bitty Nickelodeon SpongeBob SquarePants Plush Toy (Mr. Krabs) is not just a charming addition to your child’s collection; it’s also a delightful way to spark imaginative play! As they engage with Mr. 3+ years
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Mr. Krabs Plush is a charming, soft toy that inspires imaginative play while helping kids navigate social interactions and storytelling—what’s not to love about a little crabby cuteness?
Makena Doll & Book: Empowering Playtime
Makena Doll & Book is more than just a charming play companion. With her striking brown eyes, medium-length textured hair, and stylish outfit featuring a powerful message—'See me, hear me, know me'—Makena encourages our children to embrace diversity and understand the importance of inclusion. The accompanying book provides a wonderful opportunity for meaningful discussions about racism, featuring real girl profiles and thought-provoking reader questions that inspire empathy and critical thinking. 8+ years
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Makena Doll & Book features a powerful message—'See me, hear me, know me'—making playtime a meaningful exploration of diversity and inclusion for our little ones.
Celebrate Heritage with Truly Me Outfit
American Girl Truly Me Día de Muertos Celebration Outfit for 18-inch Dolls is a delightful way for children to learn about rich cultural traditions. This charming outfit, featuring intricate embroidered flowers and a festive mask, encourages imaginative play while also teaching kids about the significance of Día de Muertos. The included booklet opens up discussions about honoring loved ones, fostering empathy and respect for various cultures. 6-12 years
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Celebrate Heritage with Truly Me Outfit includes a booklet that inspires meaningful conversations about Día de Muertos, turning playtime into a unique cultural journey.
Breyer Horses Seahearts Adventure Set
The Breyer Horses Seahearts 20 Piece Bundle Set is a magical combination of play and learning that invites our little ones into an enchanting ocean world. With 3 colorful unicorns, a whimsical seahorse, and 8 adorable surprise sea pals, this set ignites creativity and storytelling while teaching important lessons about ocean conservation. As our kids explore each character through their collector cards, they'll discover their favorite activities and learn valuable information that fosters curiosity and compassion for our seas. 3+ years
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Breyer Horses Seahearts Adventure Set includes 20 adorable characters that inspire endless storytelling while nurturing a love for ocean conservation through fun and colorful play.
Nurture & Play: Polka Dot Doll Set
Olivia's Little World Polka Dot Princess Baby Doll Carrier & Car Seat Set is the perfect way for our little ones to engage in imaginative play while fostering responsibility and care. Not only does this adorable two-piece set promote empathy and nurturing skills, but it also encourages fine motor development as they strap in their baby dolls securely. The adjustable carrier allows for versatile use, prompting kids to explore the world around them while handling their precious cargo. 3+ years
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Nurture & Play: Polka Dot Doll Set includes an adorable baby doll carrier and car seat, turning playtime into a heartfelt lesson in care and responsibility.
Metamorphosis Magic: Live Caterpillar Kit
Insect Lore Two Cups of Live Caterpillars is an engaging way for our children to witness the miracle of nature firsthand! Over three weeks, they'll eagerly observe the growth and transformation of 10 Painted Lady butterflies from tiny caterpillars to magnificent fluttering creatures. This hands-on experience not only nurtures curiosity about biology but also cultivates responsibility and patience as they care for their new friends. 4-12 years
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Metamorphosis Magic: Live Caterpillar Kit includes two cups of live caterpillars, allowing kids to witness and nurture their incredible transformation into butterflies while learning about nature's wonders.
Cheer Bear: Sparkling Joy in Learning
Care Bears - Fun Size - Cheer Bear Sparkle Plushie is a delightful companion that brings joy and a touch of magic to every child’s day. With her sparkly rainbow belly badge, Cheer Bear doesn’t just look adorable—she also encourages children to embrace positivity and kindness in their interactions. This 9-inch plushie is perfect for little hands and helps kids develop emotional intelligence by fostering conversations about feelings and empathy. 3+ years
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Cheer Bear: Sparkling Joy in Learning features a sparkly rainbow belly badge that encourages children to embrace positivity while snuggling up to sustainable softness.
Sparkly Friends Forever Bear: Hugs & Learning
Friends Forever Bear Sparkle Plushie is the perfect companion for your little one’s adventures in sharing and caring! This adorable 9-inch plush not only offers snuggles and sparkle but also teaches valuable lessons about friendship and empathy. With her bright smile and glittery belly badge representing eternal friendship, she encourages children to express their feelings and connect with others. 3+ years
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Sparkly Friends Forever Bear: Hugs & Learning is a snuggly 9-inch plush that inspires kids to share feelings and nurture friendships, all while adding a sprinkle of sparkle to their playtime.
Interactive Mobile Chicken Coop Playset
The Schleich Farm World Mobile Chicken Coop is an enchanting playset that invites children aged 3 and up into a delightful world of farm adventures! This beautifully crafted coop not only offers a cozy home for a rooster, hen, and newly hatched chick but also nurtures imaginative play and encourages kids to explore animal care. As they role-play and care for their farm animals, children develop vital skills like empathy, responsibility, and creativity—making every play session a fun learning experience! 3+ years
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Interactive Mobile Chicken Coop Playset includes a cozy home for a rooster, hen, and chick, making animal care feel like a delightful adventure that fosters responsibility and creativity.
Heartlake City Ice Cream Adventure
LEGO Friends Heartlake City Ice Cream Truck Toy is an exciting way for our kids to dive into imaginative play while developing crucial social skills! This delightful set not only comes with adorable minidolls, but it also encourages our children to engage in collaborative storytelling as they serve up delicious ice cream treats. Through role-playing different friendship interactions and customer scenarios, little ones can enhance their creativity, empathy, and communication skills. 4+ years
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Heartlake City Ice Cream Adventure includes adorable minidolls, making it a delightful way for kids to serve up friendship and creative storytelling while playing ice cream truck.
Vet Adventures with LEGO Friends Clinic
LEGO Friends Horse and Pet Vet Clinic is not just a playset; it's a gateway to imaginative exploration and nurturing play. We can see kids dive into the world of veterinary care as they build and role-play, developing essential social skills and empathy through creative storytelling. With engaging accessories like a rider’s helmet and the horse's X-ray results, they learn about animal care while also honing fine motor skills. 7+ years
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Vet Adventures with LEGO Friends Clinic features engaging accessories like a rider’s helmet, making animal care a fun, hands-on experience that builds empathy and teamwork.