Toys That Develop Problem Solving
ColorBlast! Dinosaur Fun for Kids
Melissa & Doug On The Go ColorBlast! Travel Activity Book with No-Mess Marker - Dinosaur is the perfect companion for little aspiring artists on the move! With 24 pages filled with engaging seek-and-find coloring activities, this cleverly designed book allows creativity to blossom without the mess of traditional markers. 3+ years
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ColorBlast! Dinosaur Fun for Kids features 24 engaging seek-and-find coloring activities that make mess-free creativity possible, turning travel time into delightful learning moments.
Creative Eraser Making Extravaganza
KLUTZ Make Your Own Mini Erasers Toy unleashes the artist and inventor in children aged 8 and up. By molding colorful eraser clay and designing unique paper displays, kids enhance their fine motor skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities, all while having a blast. This award-winning kit not only makes learning fun but also encourages kids to explore their imaginative potential through hands-on crafting. 8+ years
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Creative Eraser Making Extravaganza includes colorful eraser clay that transforms crafting into a hands-on adventure, sparking imagination and making mistakes stylishly fun.
Circuit Clay Science Adventure Kit
The KLUTZ Circuit Clay Science/STEM Activity Kit is a fantastic way to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds! Designed to engage kids in building electrical circuits without any soldering, this award-winning kit offers 15 hands-on projects that promote essential STEAM skills. With a comprehensive 52-page guide, it leads children through each exciting challenge, instilling confidence and critical thinking as they play. 8+ years
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Circuit Clay Science Adventure Kit includes a comprehensive 52-page guide that transforms complex electrical circuits into fun, hands-on projects that ignite curiosity in young minds.
Sew Mini Animals: Crafty Creativity Unleashed
Sew Mini Animals is the perfect gateway to the world of crafting! This engaging Klutz Craft Kit allows our children, starting at age 8, to explore the joy of sewing without any prior experience necessary. Each small-scale project stitches up quickly, providing instant gratification and hours of fun, all while building fine motor skills and boosting creativity. 8+ years
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Sew Mini Animals includes a 48-page guide that makes sewing accessible and fun, turning kids into confident crafters while they create their own adorable animal pals.
Create & Discover: STEM Activity Bottles
KLUTZ Make Your Own Discovery Bottles Science/STEM Activity Kit invites children into the fascinating world of science and experimentation. This kit encourages hands-on exploration, empowering young minds to use the scientific process while developing essential skills like observation and sensory play. With safe, leak-proof bottles and easy-to-follow instructions for multiple projects, it's a go-to choice for parents and educators looking to inspire curiosity and creativity in their little scientists. 4-8 years
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Create & Discover: STEM Activity Bottles includes safe, leak-proof bottles that empower young minds to explore science while having a blast with hands-on experimentation.
Sewing Fun for Little Hands
KLUTZ My Simple Sewing Jr. Craft Kit is the perfect introduction to the art of sewing for young creators. With pre-cut felt pieces and easy-to-follow instructions, children will enhance their fine motor skills and dexterity while creating adorable plushies and fun keychains. 5+ years
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Sewing Fun for Little Hands features pre-cut felt pieces and simple instructions that turn aspiring creators into confident little makers, all while creating delightful plushies.
Sew Your Own Donut Animals Adventure
Klutz Sew Your Own Donut Animals Craft Kit invites your child into a delightful world of creativity and skill-building! With everything needed to stitch up six adorable donut animal plushies—think panda, narwhal, kitty, parrot, bunny, and chicken—this kit is a fantastic way for kids to learn important sewing skills in a fun, low-mess environment. Not only does it enhance fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, but it also encourages imaginative play and artistic expression. 8+ years
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Sew Your Own Donut Animals Adventure includes everything needed to stitch six adorable plushies, making it a delightful way for kids to unleash their creativity while developing essential sewing skills.
Creative Tiny Camper Adventure
The Klutz Make Your Own Tiny Camper Craft Kit invites kids to design their very own glamping getaway while honing essential skills like creativity and problem-solving. Assembling the camper and creating over 20 adorable accessories foster fine motor development and artistic expression, making it a fantastic choice for parents and educators looking to inspire imaginative play. Not only does this kit captivate young imaginations, but it also introduces basic construction principles and DIY projects using everyday materials, enhancing their learning experience. 8+ years
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Creative Tiny Camper Adventure includes over 20 adorable accessories, making it a delightful way for kids to craft their dream getaway while nurturing their imagination and skills.
Exciting LEGO Gear Bots STEM Kit
The Klutz Lego Gear Bots Science/STEM Activity Kit opens the door to a world of creativity and engineering for kids ages 8-12. With this hands-on kit, your children will construct 8 brilliant kinetic creatures using LEGO Technic bricks and papercraft, all while diving into the science of physics and mechanics. The 64-page instructional book is packed with engaging explanations about axles, cams, cranks, and the engineering principles behind everyday machines, making learning a fun experience. 8-12 years
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Exciting LEGO Gear Bots STEM Kit includes 8 kinetic creatures made from LEGO Technic bricks, transforming science into an engaging hands-on adventure that sparks curiosity and creativity.
Klutz Tiny Art Studio Craft Kit
The Klutz Tiny Art Studio Craft Kit is a delightful gateway to creativity for your little artist! Designed for ages 6 and up, this kit introduces kids to the world of art history and pop culture through engaging projects that spark their imagination. With guided instructions in a charming 20-page book and preprinted canvases to inspire their artistry, children develop fine motor skills, color recognition, and self-expression. 6+ years
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Klutz Tiny Art Studio Craft Kit includes a charming 20-page book with guided instructions, making art feel accessible and fun while nurturing creativity in young artists.
Klutz Watercolor Wonders Painting Kit
The Klutz Watercolor Wonders Painting Kit invites young artists to explore their creativity in a fun and engaging way. With its beautifully illustrated 54-page book and 18 pages of watercolor instruction, this kit not only teaches essential painting techniques but also encourages self-expression and confidence through vivid colors and imaginative ideas. Parents will love how it develops fine motor skills and artistic understanding, all while providing a magical surprise with invisible 'ink' that adds an extra layer of enchantment to each masterpiece. 8+ years
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Klutz Watercolor Wonders Painting Kit includes an illustrated 54-page book that inspires creativity while teaching essential painting techniques, making art feel like pure magic for kids.
Tiny Fashion Fun: Creative Design Kit
Klutz Tiny Fashion Studio Craft Kit opens the door to a world of creativity for our young designers! With 32 pages filled with easy-to-follow drawing instructions and preprinted art starters, this kit nurtures artistic expression and fine motor skills. The addition of styling tips from a professional stylist not only boosts confidence but also ignites a passion for fashion. 8-12 years
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Tiny Fashion Fun: Creative Design Kit comes with 32 pages of drawing instructions, making every aspiring designer’s fashion dreams a playful reality while boosting their creativity and style savvy.
Race into STEM Fun with LEGO Cars
The KLUTZ Lego Race Cars STEM Activity Kit brings excitement and learning together in a thrilling way! Our 64-page step-by-step guide walks your child through building 10 unique LEGO race cars and crafting their very own custom track for head-to-head racing action. Not only does this kit stimulate imaginative play, but it also nurtures critical STEM skills such as problem-solving, engineering concepts, and creativity as kids mix and match the included 124 bricks to create their dream racers. 8+ years
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Race into STEM Fun with LEGO Cars includes a 64-page guide for building 10 unique race cars, making learning feel like a fast-paced adventure on the track!
The A to Z of Cats Puzzle Adventure
The A to Z of Cats Puzzle is a delightful way for kids and parents to engage with the wonderful world of felines! This uniquely shaped puzzle not only captures the charm of 26 different cat breeds but also nurtures essential skills like problem-solving and fine motor dexterity in young hands. As we piece together this stunning 80 cm cat, we’ll spark conversations about our furry friends, helping children build their vocabulary and learn about each breed’s characteristics in a playful, interactive way. 4+ years
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The A to Z of Cats Puzzle Adventure features 26 adorable cat breeds, making family bonding time a delightful way to enhance vocabulary and cat knowledge while piecing together a stunning puzzle.
Explore Oscar Wilde with a 1000-Piece Puzzle
The World of Oscar Wilde 1000-Piece Puzzle is a delightful way to dive deep into the literary genius of Wilde while engaging our minds and hands! As we piece together this intricate jigsaw, we not only embrace the art of patience and problem-solving but also spark conversations about his captivating characters and timeless stories. This puzzle comes with a pull-out poster to help us identify characters and understand their narratives, making it a wonderful educational tool for book lovers of all ages. 12+ years
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Explore Oscar Wilde with a 1000-Piece Puzzle offers a pull-out poster to deepen our understanding of Wilde’s characters while bringing families together for screen-free literary fun.
Wild Seas Jigsaw: Dive into Nature's Wonders
Wild Seas Jigsaw - Stories of Nature's Greatest Comebacks is the perfect blend of fun and education for the whole family! As we piece together this captivating 1000-piece puzzle, we get to explore remarkable stories of our oceans and the incredible sea creatures that inhabit them. Not only does this jigsaw strengthen our problem-solving and fine motor skills, but it also fosters meaningful conversations about marine life and environmental conservation. 6+ years
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Wild Seas Jigsaw features 1000 captivating pieces that turn family time into an adventure exploring ocean wonders and sparking important conversations about conservation.
Pet Party Puzzle Adventure
Pet Party: A Shaped Pieces Puzzle provides a unique and delightful puzzling experience that is perfect for families! Each of the 50 animal-shaped pieces is designed to introduce children to important concepts of shape recognition and spatial reasoning as they fit together these charming pets, illustrated by Caroline Selmes. This engaging puzzle encourages cooperative play, problem-solving, and fine motor skills, making it a wonderful activity for both kids and parents to bond over. 3+ years
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Pet Party Puzzle Adventure includes 50 animal-shaped pieces that spark teamwork while our little ones develop crucial problem-solving skills—and it's super cute, too!
Discover Christmas Tales with This Puzzle
A Book Lover's Christmas is the perfect jigsaw puzzle for families who adore literature and the magic of Christmas! As we piece together this beautifully illustrated 1000-piece set, we can spark conversations about our favorite holiday stories and characters, enhancing our storytelling skills and creativity. It’s a fantastic way for us to engage our little ones in critical thinking and problem-solving, all while soaking in the festive spirit. 8+ years
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Discover Christmas Tales with This Puzzle features 1000 beautifully illustrated pieces that turn family time into a cozy storytelling adventure, perfect for sparking holiday magic.
Adventure-filled Where's Wally Books
The Where's Wally 8 Books Collection invites kids and families to embark on a thrilling quest of observation and critical thinking. As children dive into these vibrant scenes filled with delightful distractions, they sharpen their visual discrimination, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail—all while enjoying the thrill of the search. This beloved series is not just a fun way to pass the time; it's an engaging educational tool that encourages teamwork and patience as all ages come together to find Wally and discover his quirky friends. 5+ years
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Adventure-filled Where's Wally Books invites families into vibrant scenes that transform a simple search into a delightful education journey, fostering observation and collaboration.
Animal Matching Game for Little Learners
Animals! Matching Game is the perfect way to boost your child's memory skills while having a blast! With colorful illustrations from the beloved artist Bob Barner, each card features delightful images of animals along with their names, making learning both fun and engaging. 3-6 years
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Animal Matching Game for Little Learners features colorful illustrations that spark joy while helping kids master memory skills—perfect for family game nights or playful learning adventures!
Very Hungry Caterpillar Lacing Cards Fun
The World of Eric Carle(TM) The Very Hungry Caterpillar(TM) Lacing Cards bring whimsical creativity and skill-building right into your home! Perfect for toddlers, these lacing cards offer not just a chance for fun but also a meaningful way to develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. As our little ones lace in and out of the charming designs of the caterpillar and his friends, they’ll be engaging their tiny fingers in ways that support their overall development. 2-5 years
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Very Hungry Caterpillar Lacing Cards Fun features 10 unique cards that turn skill-building into a colorful adventure, keeping little hands busy and brains buzzing with creativity.
Quicktionary: The Fast-Paced Word Game
Chronicle Books Quicktionary is an exciting, lightning-fast wordplay game that challenges players to think creatively while honing their language skills. Designed for ages 12 and up, it encourages critical thinking, boosts vocabulary, and enhances collaboration as players work together to find words that fit unique prompts. Perfect for family game nights or classroom activities, this card game creates a fun, interactive environment that makes learning engaging and enjoyable! 12+ years
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Quicktionary is a lightning-fast wordplay game that turns family game night into a vocabulary-building extravaganza, making language skills feel like competition instead of schoolwork!
Get Smart Trivia: Fun for Family Nights
Get Smart: 50 Trivia Questions is the ultimate card game that turns after-dinner conversations into a delightful learning experience! This charming tin is packed with 50 thought-provoking questions spanning history, geography, and pop culture, making it a fantastic resource for sparking curiosity and discussion among family members. We love how it challenges our critical thinking skills and encourages teamwork, as we all rally together to solve these brain-busters. 8+ years
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Get Smart Trivia: Fun for Family Nights includes 50 thought-provoking questions that transform family game time into a laughter-filled learning experience, sparking curiosity in everyone at the table.
Pendleton Backgammon: Adventure-Ready Fun!
Chronicle Books Pendleton Backgammon is the perfect blend of tradition and fun for family outings or evenings around the campfire. As educators and parents, we know games like backgammon develop critical thinking, strategic planning, and social skills, making this iconic game a fantastic learning tool. With its travel-ready, roll-up design, it’s not just easy to pack but also encourages family bonding outside of screens. 8+ years
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Pendleton Backgammon features a travel-ready, roll-up design that transforms family outings into exciting strategy sessions, fostering connections over classic gameplay and lasting memories.