Toys That Develop Problem Solving
Our Top 5 Picks
Cinderella Cake Magic Set for Kids
DecoSet® Disney Princess Cinderella Transforms Cake Topper brings enchanting fun straight to your child’s birthday celebration! Not only does this delightful 4-piece cake decoration set spark creativity, but it also encourages imaginative play as kids can envision Cinderella’s magical transformation. With the added bonus of dress stickers, little ones can hone their fine motor skills while decorating the backdrop. 3+ years
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Cinderella Cake Magic Set for Kids includes dress stickers that spark creativity while helping little ones develop fine motor skills—what a sweet way to celebrate birthdays!
Deluxe Tri-Ominos for Family Fun
Pressman Tri-Ominos - Deluxe Edition is an exciting twist on classic triangular dominoes, engaging families in strategy and friendly competition. As we gather around the table, we not only match numbers but also develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while trying to create those coveted bridges and hexagons! With its easy-to-learn rules and fast-paced gameplay, this game is perfect for kids aged 7 and up, making it an ideal choice for family game nights or playdates that stimulate both minds and laughter. 7+ years
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Deluxe Tri-Ominos for Family Fun features high-quality tiles and brass spinners that not only spark friendly competition but also turn family game nights into delightful brain workouts.
Dinosaur Kingdom Floor Puzzle Fun!
Dinosaur Kingdom 24-Piece Floor Puzzle is perfect for sparking young imaginations while providing a great learning experience. Designed with big, sturdy pieces that little hands can easily manipulate, this puzzle not only captivates children with its vibrant, detailed illustration but also promotes essential skills like hand-eye coordination and problem-solving. After completing this colorful scene, kids will delight in spotting all the hidden treasures within the dinosaur world. 3+ years
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Dinosaur Kingdom Floor Puzzle Fun! includes 24 big, sturdy pieces that make learning feel like an epic dino adventure while sparking imaginations and fostering essential skills.
Pop Arty! Creative Jewelry Fun
Pop Arty! 150 Pieces – Jewelry Making Kit is an inspiring way for kids to explore their creativity while developing fine motor skills. This engaging set allows children to snap together vibrant beads into unique pieces of jewelry, promoting imaginative play and enhancing hand-eye coordination. 4+ years
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Pop Arty! Creative Jewelry Fun includes 150 colorful pieces that inspire kids to express themselves while developing vital fine motor skills, resulting in both dazzling creations and happy artists!
Creative Snap Jewelry Making Kit
The B. Toys Pop Arty! Jewelry Making Kit is a treasure trove of creativity designed for children aged 4 and up. 4+ years
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Creative Snap Jewelry Making Kit features over 275 colorful snap beads, making crafting a vibrant adventure that cultivates imagination while keeping the mess contained in a sturdy storage jar.
Delightful Learning with RoseArt Cupcake Puzzles
RoseArt - Mini-Shaped - Cupcakes - 500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle for Adults is a delightful way to engage our minds while indulging in the fun of puzzles. This beautifully crafted puzzle is not only a fantastic activity for relaxation, but it also nurtures critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and hand-eye coordination. Imagine the satisfaction and sense of accomplishment as we piece together these sweet treats, making for a perfect family bonding experience! Adults
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Delightful Learning with RoseArt Cupcake Puzzles features 500 charming pieces that transform puzzle time into a sweet family bonding experience while sharpening minds and skills.
Luigi's High-Speed Racing Adventure
Carrera 64034 Mario Kart - Luigi is not just a toy; it's an extraordinary gateway to learning! As our children race with Luigi, they hone essential skills like hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking. This exciting slot car brings the thrill of Mario Kart directly into our homes, fostering both competitiveness and camaraderie among friends and family. 6+ years
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Luigi's High-Speed Racing Adventure features thrilling gameplay that transforms race time into an engaging way to boost kids' coordination and critical thinking—all while having a blast together!
Yoshi's Racing Adventure Awaits!
Carrera 64035 Mario Kart - Yoshi is not just another toy; it's a gateway to fun, learning, and excitement! As parents and educators, we enjoy watching kids develop essential skills like fine motor coordination and problem-solving while they race. With Yoshi’s vibrant design and friendly character from Mario Kart 8, children are encouraged to create their own racing adventures, enhancing creativity and imaginative play. 6+ years
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Yoshi's Racing Adventure Awaits! features a vibrant design that encourages kids to create their own racing adventures while developing essential skills through engaging analog play.
T-Rex Dinosaur Train Tunnel Adventure
Bigjigs Rail T-Rex Dinosaur Train Tunnel is an exciting and imaginative addition to any wooden train set! This playful tunnel sparks creativity and storytelling in our little ones while promoting fine motor skills as they maneuver their toy trains through the jaws of a dinosaur. As parents, we love how it encourages problem-solving and critical thinking; avoiding the T-Rex and Pterodactyl adds an element of thrill to their playtime. 3+ years
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T-Rex Dinosaur Train Tunnel Adventure features a playful dinosaur design that encourages imaginative storytelling while navigating thrilling challenges, making every train ride an exciting quest!
Portable 3-in-1 Art Easel for Kids
The Discovery™ 3-in-1 Tabletop Dry Erase Chalkboard Painting Art Easel is the ultimate creative companion for our little artists aged 3 and up. With its dual-sided surfaces, children can explore their artistic side using chalk, markers, and paints, fostering creativity and fine motor skills. It’s not just for playtime; the easel is a fantastic tool for preschool teachers to make learning interactive, whether illustrating math problems or storytelling. 3+ years
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Portable 3-in-1 Art Easel for Kids features dual-sided surfaces that transform any countertop into an art studio, perfect for sparking creativity and making learning playful.
Exciting Shape-Sorting Adventure
The Melissa & Doug Match and Roll Shape Sorter is an engaging wooden toy that sparks joy in learning for our little ones. Perfect for toddlers 12 months and up, this colorful shape sorter encourages kids to explore shapes like parallelograms and diamonds while developing essential skills such as color recognition, sorting, and problem-solving. We love how it promotes manual dexterity as kids pound the shapes into place, offering a hands-on experience that keeps them entertained without screens. 12 months and up
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Exciting Shape-Sorting Adventure features vibrant wooden shapes that make learning fun, helping toddlers master essential skills while keeping screens far away.
Snap Circuits Arcade Exploration Kit
Snap Circuits Arcade is a fantastic way to introduce kids aged 8 and up to the exciting world of electronics! With over 200 unique projects to create, your child will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they build everything from games to illuminated messages. This kit encourages creativity and engineering fundamentals through hands-on play, making STEM concepts come alive without the need for any tools. 8+ years
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Snap Circuits Arcade Exploration Kit features over 200 projects, making learning about electronics feel like a game rather than a chore—perfect for future inventors!
Enchanting Puzzle Fun with Spirited Away!
Ensky - Spirited Away - No Face, 208 Piece Art Crystal Jigsaw Puzzle is a wonderful way to introduce our kids to both imaginative storytelling and hands-on problem-solving. As they piece together the vibrant stained glass-style artwork featuring Chihiro and her friends, they enhance their fine motor skills and spatial awareness. This delightful puzzle also becomes a stunning decoration once completed, allowing kids to see their hard work shine in the sunlight. 8+ years
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Enchanting Puzzle Fun with Spirited Away! features 208 vibrant pieces that transform into stunning stained glass art, turning problem-solving into a beautiful addition to your home.
BRIO World Railway Adventure Set
The BRIO World Railway World Deluxe Set is a captivating 106-piece train set that invites children ages 3 and up to explore a world of creativity and imagination. As little hands construct intricate tracks, bridges, and cities, they're not just having fun—they're developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and spatial awareness. This timeless keepsake encourages collaborative play, making it perfect for playdates and family game nights. 3+ years
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BRIO World Railway Adventure Set's 106 pieces invite kids to build and explore, transforming playtime into a journey of creativity and teamwork without ever leaving the living room!
Unlock Creativity with Knock Knock Puzzles
Melissa & Doug 1,000-Piece Knock Knock Doorways Jigsaw Puzzle is a delightful challenge that transforms family time into a learning adventure! As we work together to piece together dozens of vibrant doors, we're not just having fun; we're honing essential problem-solving skills, boosting resilience, and building confidence. This puzzle isn’t just a great way to engage our curious minds; it's also a perfect gift for kids ages 12 and up, encouraging screen-free creativity while fostering teamwork. 12+ years
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Unlock Creativity with Knock Knock Puzzles features 1,000 vibrant pieces that transform family time into a laughter-filled challenge while building essential life skills together.
K'NEX 100 Model Building Set
The K'NEX 100 Model Building Set is a fantastic way to ignite your child's creativity and problem-solving skills! With 863 classic rods and connectors, kids ages 7 and up can bring their wildest engineering dreams to life while exploring STEM concepts. This building set encourages hands-on learning as children construct everything from rolling cars to working amusement park rides with real moving parts. 7+ years
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K'NEX 100 Model Building Set contains 863 classic rods and connectors, turning ambitious ideas into reality while making STEM concepts accessible and fun for kids.
Build and Explore with LaFerrari Fun
Maisto 1:24 Scale Assembly Line LaFerrari Die-Cast Vehicle is the perfect blend of creativity and skill development for young engineers in the making! This engaging toy not only sparks imagination but also encourages fine motor skills as kids assemble their very own LaFerrari with the included screwdriver—no painting or gluing needed! Featuring an opening trunk and a bonus set of wheels, it provides endless play opportunities while teaching the essentials of assembly and design. 8+ years
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Build and Explore with LaFerrari Fun includes a screwdriver for assembly, turning learning about mechanics into an exciting hands-on experience that fuels young imaginations.
Vintage Cycling Adventure in Puzzle Form
EuroGraphics Bicycles Vintage Ads Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Piece) invites families to journey through the enchanting world of vintage cycling. This beautifully designed puzzle not only entertains but also fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and fine motor skills. As we piece together these nostalgic ads, we get to share stories about the evolution of biking, engaging our kids in imaginative discussions while enhancing their visual-spatial awareness. 12+ years
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Vintage Cycling Adventure in Puzzle Form, with its 1000 pieces, turns family time into a nostalgic journey of teamwork, creativity, and cycling stories that spark imagination.
Explore History with Castles & Palaces Puzzle
EuroGraphics Castles and Palaces Globetrotter Jigsaw Puzzle ignites curiosity about history and architecture while engaging our minds creatively. As we piece together this vibrant scene, we build critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a fun and interactive way. Plus, with 1000 pieces, it’s a perfect challenge for families and educators alike, encouraging teamwork and discussion about the fascinating places represented. 12+ years
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Explore History with Castles & Palaces Puzzle features 1000 vibrant pieces that spark curiosity and conversation about different cultures while strengthening our problem-solving skills together.
Explore the World with Fun Puzzles
EuroGraphics USA Globetrotter Jigsaw Puzzle is a delightful 1000-piece adventure that takes you and your children on a journey around the globe. As we piece together this beautifully illustrated puzzle, we're not just having fun; we're enhancing our problem-solving skills, fostering our spatial awareness, and cultivating patience and perseverance along the way. Plus, it's a fantastic opportunity for family bonding time—each piece you fit together sparks conversations about geography, culture, and the beauty of our diverse world. 12+ years
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Explore the World with Fun Puzzles invites family bonding over 1000 beautifully illustrated pieces, turning geography lessons into engaging conversations and cherished memories.
Explore the World: Beaches Puzzle Fun
EuroGraphics Beaches Globetrotter Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Piece) invites us into an adventure of discovery right from our dining table! This beautifully crafted puzzle not only engages our minds but also enhances fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving abilities. As we piece together stunning beach landscapes, we can spark conversations about geography, cultures, and the environment. 12+ years
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Explore the World: Beaches Puzzle Fun features 1000 beautifully crafted pieces that transform family time into a journey of discovery, enhancing learning through playful bonding.
Cuddle Up with White Yoshi Plush!
Little Buddy 1393 Super Mario All Star Collection White Yoshi Plush is not just a cute addition to playtime; it's a delightful way to enhance creativity and emotional development in our little ones. This soft and cuddly plush encourages imaginative play as children create their own Mario adventures, fostering storytelling skills and problem-solving abilities. With its official licensing, Little Buddy brings the beloved video game character right into our homes, allowing kids to explore themes of friendship and teamwork. 3+ years
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Cuddle Up with White Yoshi Plush offers a snuggly companion that inspires imaginative adventures and meaningful storytelling, making playtime both fun and emotionally enriching.
Loadie Loader: Fun Water Play Truck
Loadie Loader is the ultimate sand and water play companion, designed to spark creativity and enhance fine motor skills in our little builders! This sturdy excavator truck allows toddlers to dig, scoop, and transport sand, all while developing hand-eye coordination and imaginative play. Perfect for sunny beach days or cozy indoor adventures, it rolls smoothly on various surfaces, making every play session unique. 18+ months
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Loadie Loader, designed for digging and transporting sand, turns every outdoor adventure into a delightful discovery of creativity and coordination, all while making those sunny days even brighter.
CATAN Dice Game: Strategy on the Go
CATAN Dice Game opens up a world of strategy and fun for our family adventures! This portable gem encourages critical thinking and decision-making, making it a fantastic choice for kids and adults alike. With playtimes of just 15-30 minutes, it's perfect for keeping engaged during quick breaks or while traveling. 7+ years
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CATAN Dice Game offers exciting strategic gameplay in just 15-30 minutes, making it perfect for on-the-go family fun that sharpens decision-making and math skills.