Toys That Develop Literacy Skills

Eureka Back to School Dr. Seuss Cat in The Hat 'Grab Your Hat' Bookmarks are a delightful tool for fostering a love of reading! With vibrant illustrations featuring the Cat in the Hat, Thing 1, and Thing 2, these bookmarks not only help children keep their place but also spark their imagination. 3+ years

MasterVision Set of Letters, Numbers and Symbols is the perfect resource for igniting your child's creativity and learning! With over 70 pieces, this magnetic set transforms any magnetic surface into a playground of educational fun. As fellow parents and educators, we know how crucial it is to foster literacy and numeracy skills early on. 3+ years

Primary Concepts AA1421 Magnetic Alphabet Tiles for Grades K-3 are an exciting way to enhance our children's literacy skills! These colorful tiles, with vibrant red vowels and bold black consonants, make learning letters a fun and interactive experience. Measuring 1" by 1. Grades K-3

The LeapFrog Fridge Phonics Magnetic Letter Set is an exciting learning tool that makes the alphabet come alive! With 26 vibrant interactive tiles, children can sing, play, and explore the world of letters while building crucial literacy skills. Not only do kids learn letter names and sounds, but they also develop vocabulary and fine motor skills as they engage with Tad, the friendly guide who brings phonics to life. 2-5 years

The Ashley Productions Magnetic Manuscript Alphabet Lines are a fantastic resource for making learning visually engaging and interactive! Perfect for young learners, these vibrant strips help children recognize letters and numbers while enhancing their literacy skills in a playful environment. Measuring 3" x 24" each, with a total of 10 feet of magnetic creativity, they stick seamlessly to metal surfaces, letting you customize your learning spaces at home or in the classroom. Preschool

KidKraft Wooden Bookcase with Reading Nook is the perfect blend of functionality and fun for your little ones! Designed to create a magical reading space, this charming nook not only encourages a love for books but also fosters independence and creativity as kids organize their favorite stories. With safe seating and cozy cushions, children can dive into their imaginations while building essential literacy skills. 3+ years

Edupress Pete The Cat Purrfect Pairs Game: Word Families brings excitement to learning like never before! This engaging game helps our little ones master word families while enjoying fun playtime with friends. With clear directions and additional activity ideas included, it’s perfect for both group settings and learning centers. 5-8 years

Scrabble To Go USA is the ultimate travel companion for word lovers of all ages! Designed with travelers in mind, this compact version of the classic game supports literacy skills and vocabulary building while bringing fun to every road trip or vacation. With its secure tiles and folding gameboard, we can play without worrying about losing our place—even on bumpy rides. 8+ years

Pillow Pets Disney Mickey Mouse is the ideal blend of comfort and companionship for kids of all ages! This enchanting plush unfolds into a cozy pillow, perfect for nap time or bedtime reading, making it a wonderful tool for fostering a love of literature. By snuggling up with Mickey during story time, children enhance their literacy skills and imagination while developing essential emotional connections. 3+ years

Super Genius Alphabet is not just a game; it's an exciting adventure into the world of letters! Designed to engage young minds, this tabletop game helps children enhance their literacy skills while having a blast. Encouraging letter recognition and vocabulary building, it makes learning fun and interactive. 3-6 years

Chenille Kraft CK-4304 Wonder Foam Letters and Numbers is a fantastic way to engage our little learners! These vibrant, thick letters and numbers are perfectly sized for small hands, making learning to spell and count fun and accessible. We love using these versatile foam pieces to enhance literacy and numeracy skills through play. 3+ years

Wildkin Kids Canvas Sling Bookshelf for Boys and Girls sparks joy and organization in any child’s space. This vibrant and functional bookshelf encourages kids to take charge of their belongings while promoting independence and responsibility. With four spacious fabric shelves, little readers can easily access their favorite books, nurturing a love for reading from an early age. 3-7 years

Boggle Classic Game is a fantastic way to ignite passion for language learning in kids aged 8 and up. This exciting word search game encourages quick thinking, vocabulary expansion, and cognitive flexibility as players race against the clock to find words in every direction. Perfect for family game nights, Boggle not only fosters friendly competition but also cultivates essential literacy skills that support ongoing education. 8+ years

LeapFrog 2-in-1 LeapTop Touch is the perfect introduction to learning for our little ones! This fun and colorful laptop toy transforms effortlessly from a traditional keyboard to a touch tablet, encouraging exploration and hands-on interaction. With five exciting learning modes covering ABCs, numbers, games, music, and messages, our preschoolers can engage in a variety of educational activities that promote literacy and numeracy skills. 2-5 years

LeapFrog Dino's Delightful Day Alphabet Book is a wonderful gateway into the world of learning for our little ones! As we read along with Dino, children can explore the ABCs in an engaging story woven with phonetic sounds that bring letters to life. With 16 interactive pages, your child can hear the story read aloud or jam to delightful melodies that stimulate musical interest while enhancing literacy skills. 2-5 years

Melissa & Doug Denim Fabric Child’s Armchair is the perfect cozy spot for our little readers! This classically styled chair not only provides a comfortable place for kids aged 3-8 to snuggle up with their favorite books but also fosters a love of reading and imagination. With its sturdy construction, we can feel confident even when our little ones dive into exciting adventures in their stories. 3-8 years

Really Good Stuff EZread Magnetic Foam Lowercase Letter Tiles turn learning the alphabet into an engaging and playful adventure! As parents and educators, we know how important it is to keep kids excited about literacy. These vibrant, magnetic tiles are perfect for little hands, making word building, sorting, and matching not just educational, but a lot of fun too. 4-9 years

The Hape Alphabet Blocks Wooden Learning Puzzle is a delightful way to introduce little learners to the world of letters and colors! With chunky, vibrant letters that fit perfectly in tiny hands, children can explore their ABCs while developing essential literacy skills. This engaging puzzle not only fosters hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills but also encourages imaginative play as they stack, match, and experiment with the colorful blocks. 2-5 years

The Really Good Stuff EZread Dolch Pre-Primer Sight Word Flash Cards are here to transform the way our little learners engage with reading! Designed for ages 3 and up, these double-sided, laminated cards facilitate quick assessments and dynamic learning experiences tailored to each child's needs. With user-friendly features and an instructional guide included, both parents and educators can easily foster important literacy skills—making sight word recognition fun and accessible. 3+ years

The Melissa & Doug Alphabet Activity Sticker Pad for Coloring, Letters invites young learners to embark on a fun-filled journey with letters! This engaging pad features over 250 stickers and 20 activity pages that promote literacy skills, fine motor development, and creativity. It’s a screen-free, hands-on experience that’s perfect for nurturing early writing skills and artistic expression, making it a delightful gift for kids aged 4 to 7! 4-7 years

Teacher Created Resources Watercolor Bold Block 3" Magnetic Letters are a fantastic way to make learning come alive! With their vibrant colors and reusable design, these letters turn any ordinary whiteboard into a vibrant canvas for creativity and educational exploration. Whether we're spelling out new words or decorating home learning spaces, these letters are perfect for fostering literacy skills, enhancing fine motor development, and encouraging imaginative play. 3+ years

Aurora® Whimsical Dr. Seuss™ The Lorax Stuffed Animal is not just an adorable plush toy; it’s a gateway to magical storytelling! Designed from the beloved characters of Dr. All ages

Teacher Created Resources Foam Alphabet Dice (TCR20704) bring a world of playful learning right into our homes and classrooms! These colorful cubes, with consonants on red and vowels on blue, make mastering the alphabet an engaging adventure for our little ones. Not only do they support literacy skills, but they also encourage creativity and collaboration during group activities. 3+ years

The SainSmart Jr. Wooden ABC Blocks are an enchanting tool for toddlers to embark on their early learning journey! With 40 solid wood pieces featuring vibrant letters, numbers, and symbols, these blocks not only spark creativity through stacking and building but also enhance literacy and numeracy skills. 1-3 years