Toys That Develop Planning
Our Top 5 Picks
Creative Crayola Construction Paper Set
Crayola Construction Paper - 480ct is a fantastic addition to any classroom or home art space! With a vibrant mix of 10 colors, this sturdy, heavy-duty paper empowers kids to express their creativity through arts and crafts. Encouraging artistic expression not only enhances fine motor skills but also fosters problem-solving abilities as children plan and execute their creative projects. Preschool
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Creative Crayola Construction Paper Set features a vibrant mix of 10 colors, making it an inviting canvas for kids to unleash their imagination and craft their own masterpieces.
Colorful Creativity with Hape Crafts Tote
Hape Crafts - Paint-A-Pattern Tote is a delightful way for your little ones to unleash their imagination! Packed with six vibrant colors of paint and a brush, this tote not only inspires creativity but also fosters fine motor skills and focus. As children plan and execute their colorful designs, they engage in an exciting learning process that builds problem-solving abilities. 4+ years
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Colorful Creativity with Hape Crafts Tote includes six vibrant colors of paint, allowing kids to unleash their imagination while building essential skills through fun, messy play.
Patchwork: Quilting Made Fun
Lookout Games Patchwork Board Game invites players into an exciting world of quilting strategy! This delightful two-player game not only sparks creativity but also enhances critical thinking and planning skills as you piece together your perfect quilt. Designed for both kids and adults, it's the perfect way to bond over a shared challenge while cultivating a love for puzzles and art. 8+ years
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Patchwork: Quilting Made Fun features engaging two-player gameplay that transforms family game night into a creative challenge, blending art with strategic fun!
Inspire Celebrations with Black Foil Balloons
ANAGRAM INTERNATIONAL Foil Balloon is the perfect addition to any celebration! At 34 inches, this striking black foil balloon creates an eye-catching focal point that not only enhances party aesthetics but also encourages creativity and imagination in kids as they help plan the festivities. Parents and educators will appreciate how filling the balloon together can be a fun bonding activity that develops fine motor skills! 3+ years
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Inspire Celebrations with Black Foil Balloons creates an eye-catching 34-inch centerpiece that turns party planning into a collaborative bonding experience, enhancing fine motor skills along the way.
Crayola Ultra Clean Markers: Creative Fun!
Crayola Ultra Clean Fine Line Washable Markers for School (40ct) are the perfect addition to any child's creative toolkit! As educators and parents, we know the importance of having vibrant, precise coloring tools that allow kids to express themselves. With 40 stunning colors to choose from, our little artists can enhance their fine motor skills and build their confidence through artistic exploration. 3+ years
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Crayola Ultra Clean Markers include 40 stunning colors, allowing kids to unleash their creativity without the stress of messy cleanup—perfect for those expressive masterpieces.
Superhero Creativity with Perler Beads
Perler Beads Justice League Superhero Crafts for Kids is a fantastic way to spark creativity and imagination in our young artists! Packed with 4,504 colorful beads and designed to help kids ages 6 and up create their favorite DC superheroes, this kit not only promotes fine motor skills but also nurtures patience and planning. As we guide our children through the process of creating their colorful characters using the provided patterns, we're also fostering problem-solving skills and a sense of accomplishment. 6+ years
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Superhero Creativity with Perler Beads includes 4,504 colorful beads that transform our kids into mini artists, helping them unleash their imagination one bead at a time.
Gingerbread House Wood Paint Kit Fun
Works of Ahhh. . . 4+ years
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Gingerbread House Wood Paint Kit includes a free painting app to help kids plan their artistic visions, turning crafting into a delightful family experience that fosters creativity and teamwork.
Vibrant Rainbow Foil Balloons for Fun
Multicolor Rainbow Ribbons Foil Balloons are the perfect way to bring excitement and creativity to any celebration! As fellow parents, we understand how a splash of color can ignite joy and imagination in our children. Not only do these stunning 18" balloons enhance the festive atmosphere, but they also serve as a fantastic opportunity for kids to practice their coordination and fine motor skills while assisting with the decoration. 3+ years
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Vibrant Rainbow Foil Balloons transform any celebration with lively colors while giving kids the chance to get hands-on with decoration—a perfect blend of fun and learning.
Circuit Maze: Engage with Playful Learning
The ThinkFun Circuit Maze Game invites kids aged 8 and up to dive into the fascinating world of circuitry through fun and engaging gameplay. As fellow parents and educators, we've seen how this exciting STEM toy fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills while teaching essential concepts like electrical currents and circuit design. With 60 unique challenges that gradually increase in difficulty, your young learners will experience a rewarding blend of education and play that helps develop logical reasoning and planning—skills that are crucial for their future success. 8+ years
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Circuit Maze: Engage with Playful Learning invites kids aged 8 and up to tackle 60 unique challenges, blending education and play while fostering essential STEM skills.
Celebrate with Foil First Car Balloon
18" Foil First Car 16th Birthday Balloon is the perfect way to celebrate that exciting milestone! As your child turns 16, this balloon isn't just a fun decoration; it symbolizes independence and growth, sparking conversations about responsibility and newfound freedoms. Pair it with other balloons to create eye-catching arrangements, encouraging creativity and teamwork as they plan their special day. 6+ years
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Celebrate with Foil First Car Balloon is an 18" decoration that not only marks turning 16 but also sparks meaningful conversations about independence and growth.
Rudolph Red-Nosed Reindeer Board Game
The AQUARIUS Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer Board Game is an exciting holiday activity built for family fun and learning! Designed for ages 12 and up, this game not only entertains but also enhances critical thinking, strategy, and teamwork skills as players collect, match, and outsmart their opponents on a whimsical board filled with beloved holiday imagery. It's a fantastic way to engage our older kids and adults alike, fostering social interaction and cooperation during the festive season, making it an ideal addition to family game nights or holiday gatherings. 12+ years
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Rudolph Red-Nosed Reindeer Board Game features beloved holiday imagery that draws families together for laughter, learning, and a dash of competitive fun during festive gatherings.
Ninja Turtles Holiday Fun Tote!
The Unique Ninja Turtles Christmas Stocking Tote Bag is the perfect companion for your holiday celebrations! Featuring our favorite turtles—Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael—this beautifully designed tote ignites excitement and creativity in kids as they prepare for the festive season. Not only is it a fantastic way to collect treats, toys, and goodies, but it also encourages kids to engage in imaginative play and planning as they choose what to fill it with. 3+ years
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Ninja Turtles Holiday Fun Tote! features our favorite turtles to spark excitement as kids plan their holiday treasures, making festive moments even more memorable and engaging.
Rivals for Catan Deluxe Edition
Rivals for Catan Deluxe Edition is an engaging card game that invites players aged 10 and up to dive into the world of strategic thinking and resource management. As they build their principalities, kids and adults alike develop critical skills in negotiation, planning, and problem-solving—all while having a blast! This immersive game also fosters teamwork and social interaction, making it an excellent choice for family game nights and educational settings. 10+ years
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Rivals for Catan Deluxe Edition is an engaging card game that turns family game night into a fun-filled arena of strategic negotiation and collaborative problem solving.
Unlock Creativity with CoolFlakes Building Fun!
CoolFlakes are a fantastic way for our kids to dive into the world of creativity and imagination! These colorful, interlocking flakes aren't just fun to play with; they also promote vital skills like spatial awareness and planning. With 120 unique snowflake designs, your little ones can unleash their inner engineers and create endless structures. 3+ years
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Unlock Creativity with CoolFlakes Building Fun! features 120 unique snowflake designs that inspire kids to build and explore, all while keeping their playtime safe and engaging.
Embark on Adventures with Ticket to Ride!
Asmodee Ticket to Ride First Journey Board Game is the perfect gateway for young explorers eager to discover the joy of strategy and teamwork. This engaging game brings the excitement of cross-country travel to life, allowing our children to develop essential skills like critical thinking, planning, and social interaction, all while having a blast! With its simplified rules and vibrant new map of America, it's a wonderful way to bond with family. 6+ years
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Ticket to Ride features simplified rules and a vibrant new map of America, creating a fun way for family members to bond while working together and thinking strategically.
Dazzling Red Happy Birthday Swirl Decor
Dazzling Red Happy Birthday Foil Hanging Swirl Decorations are a fantastic way to breathe life into any celebration! As parents and educators, we understand the importance of creating memorable moments that are not only fun but also foster creativity. These stunning decorations encourage children to engage in party planning and event management, enhancing their organizational skills and sparking their imagination. All Ages
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Dazzling Red Happy Birthday Swirl Decor brings a luxurious shimmer to any celebration, inspiring children to get hands-on with party planning and unleash their creativity.
Vibrant Rainbow Polka Dots Fun Banner
Vibrant Rainbow Polka Dots Flag Banner is the perfect centerpiece to brighten up any celebration! As parents and educators, we understand how important it is to create an engaging environment for our little ones. This colorful banner not only sets a festive mood but also sparks creativity and imagination in children during birthday parties, baby showers, and family gatherings. All ages
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Vibrant Rainbow Polka Dots Fun Banner is easy to assemble, encouraging kids to get hands-on with decoration while enhancing their teamwork and motor skills for any celebration.
Glitzy Rainbow Party Napkins for Celebrations
Foil Glitzy Rainbow Happy Birthday Party Napkins will elevate your next celebration into a dazzling experience! As fellow parents and educators, we know how important it is to create memorable moments for our little ones and their friends. These luxurious, gold-foiled napkins not only look stunning but also encourage kids to take part in the preparation process, sparking their creativity and making them feel involved in the event. All ages
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Glitzy Rainbow Party Napkins feature luxurious gold foil, making kids feel like party planners while keeping messes at bay during those memorable celebrations.
Engaging Roller Coaster Challenge Game
Roller Coaster Challenge is an exhilarating way for kids to dive into the world of STEM while having a blast! This exciting toy not only ignites imagination with its roller coaster building adventures, but also fosters critical skills like engineering, reasoning, and planning. As they tackle the 40 mind-challenging cards, children aged 6 and up are unknowingly sharpening their problem-solving abilities while enjoying hours of fun. 6+ years
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Engaging Roller Coaster Challenge Game comes with 40 mind-challenging cards that turn building a roller coaster into a thrilling lesson in STEM—such smart fun!
Laser Maze: Ignite Young Minds
Think Fun Laser Maze is the perfect educational toy to engage our curious kids while they have fun! As parents and educators, we know the importance of blending play with learning, and this game does just that. It challenges kids to use reasoning and planning skills as they guide a laser through intricate mazes using mirrors and beam-splitters, sparking their interest in science along the way. 8 years and up
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Laser Maze: Ignite Young Minds offers over 60 challenging puzzles that turn our kids into little engineers, all while secretly sharpening their reasoning and planning skills.
Spa Party Creative Hanging Swirl Decor
Spa Party Hanging Swirl Decorations are the perfect way to sprinkle a touch of glamour and creativity into your little one's special day! As fellow parents and educators, we know how important it is to stimulate a child's imagination and social skills during celebrations. These vibrant, multicolor swirls not only beautify your space but also spark conversations and creative play among kids, encouraging teamwork and cooperation as they help decorate and plan the party. 3+ years
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Spa Party Creative Hanging Swirl Decor features vibrant, multicolor designs that spark conversations and inspire kids to collaborate on decorating, making parties a fun team effort!
Creative Rock Art Adventure
The Shimmer ’n Sparkle Metallic Mania Rock Art DIY Painting Rock Craft Kit is a fantastic way to engage children aged 6 and up in artistic expression. This hands-on craft kit encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and color recognition as kids paint, dot, and embellish their rocks with assorted gems. Not only does it foster imaginative play, but it also teaches patience and planning as young artists bring their unique visions to life. 6+ years
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Creative Rock Art Adventure includes assorted gems for embellishing rocks, turning kids into little artists while they learn to express themselves and plan their masterpieces.
Rock and Roll Whirls for Fun Decor
Beistle S57552AZ2 Rock and Roll Whirls transform any space into a lively 50's or rock and roll-themed party! These stunning metallic decorations not only set the scene but also spark creativity in our little ones as they help with the decorating process. Imagine the teamwork and communication skills blossoming as kids collaborate on how to hang these colorful whirls just right. 3+ years
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Rock and Roll Whirls transform any space into a vibrant party scene while encouraging kids to collaborate and decorate, turning organizing into a fun, hands-on learning adventure.
Lively Happy Birthday Balloons Fun
Unique Fun Happy Birthday Party Latex Balloons are the perfect way to brighten up any birthday celebration! These vibrant balloons, displaying a cheerful 'Happy Birthday' headline, help spark creativity and joy in children of all ages. As kids help decorate their party space, they engage in essential skills like fine motor development and imaginative play, while also learning the art of celebration and social interactions. 3+ years
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Lively Happy Birthday Balloons Fun features vibrant colors that make decorating a birthday celebration a joyful experience, helping kids express themselves while honing their important social skills.