Toys That Develop Problem Solving
Our Top 5 Picks
Unfinished Wooden Cars: DIY Creativity Awaits!
Fun Express Unfinished Wooden Cars Set is the perfect addition to any classroom or craft session! With 12 unfinished wooden cars waiting for your child's unique touch, imagination can run wild as they paint, decorate, and personalize each vehicle. This engaging DIY project not only fosters creativity but also helps improve fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and even problem-solving abilities. 4+ years
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Unfinished Wooden Cars: DIY Creativity Awaits! includes 12 blank canvases for little artists to express their unique styles while enhancing their coordination and problem-solving skills.
Tic-Tac-Toe Magic on the Go!
Take N Play, Anywhere Tic-Tac-Toe Board Game brings the excitement of this timeless classic right to your fingertips, wherever you are! As fellow parents and educators, we know the importance of engaging our little ones in play that sharpens their problem-solving skills and critical thinking. This travel-friendly game not only keeps kids entertained but also helps them develop spatial awareness and strategic planning as they plot their next move. 4+ years
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Tic-Tac-Toe Magic on the Go! features vibrant magnetic pieces that transform waiting times into strategic showdowns, nurturing critical thinking and problem-solving on the fly.
BRIO World Freight Goods Station Fun
BRIO World - 33280 Freight Goods Station is a delightful train set that transforms playtime into an engaging learning experience! We love how this six-piece set encourages our kids to think creatively while helping them develop vital spatial awareness and fine motor skills. The compatibility with other BRIO World railway toys means that as our little ones grow, their imaginative railway universe can expand just as quickly! 3+ years
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BRIO World Freight Goods Station's six-piece set creates a dynamic train experience that sparks creativity while building essential skills, making every play session a journey of discovery.
BRIO World Travel Switching Set Excitement
BRIO World - 33512 Travel Switching Set brings the joy of train play straight into our children's lives! With 42 premium wooden pieces, including trains, figures, and a variety of tracks, this set makes engineering feel like an exciting adventure. As parents and educators, we know the importance of fostering creativity and motor skills, and this set encourages just that while enhancing our little ones' understanding of environmental dynamics. 3+ years
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BRIO World Travel Switching Set includes 42 premium wooden pieces that transform playtime into an engineering adventure, effortlessly blending fun with essential learning about creativity and collaboration.
BRIO World Signal Station Set Engages Imagination
BRIO World Signal Station Set is a delightful addition to any child's train collection that encourages boundless creativity and imaginative play. With its interactive red switch and movable figurine, kids can explore concepts like traffic control and coordination, turning simple railway tracks into lively stories filled with adventure. This timeless wooden toy not only enhances fine motor skills but also promotes problem-solving and social interaction as children invent their own railway stories together. 3+ years
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BRIO World Signal Station Set features an interactive red switch that transforms railway play into a dynamic storytelling adventure while nurturing cooperation and creativity.
KidKraft Figure 8 Train Adventure
KidKraft Figure 8 Wooden Train Set with 38 Accessories is a wonderful way to ignite your child’s imagination and foster creativity! As parents, we know how essential it is for our little ones to engage in open-ended play that sharpens their problem-solving skills and encourages storytelling. With 38 beautifully crafted pieces, including charming vehicles, friendly townspeople, and bustling buildings, children can explore their own scenarios while developing fine motor skills as they connect magnetic train cars and push them along the hilly, winding track. 3+ years
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KidKraft Figure 8 Train Adventure, with 38 accessories, offers endless imaginative scenarios while helping little hands strengthen fine motor skills amidst all the choo-choo fun.
Creative Safari Fun for Little Hands
Fun Express KRAFUN My First Safari Animal Paper Craft Kit opens the door to a vibrant world of creativity and learning! As parents and educators, we know the importance of hands-on activities in developing fine motor skills and artistic expression. This engaging kit not only encourages imaginative play but also nurtures cognitive abilities as children assemble 18 adorable zoo animals using their own bright markers. 3+ years
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Creative Safari Fun for Little Hands includes 18 adorable zoo animal crafts, making it a whimsical way for kids to express their creativity and develop essential skills through play.
Match It! Who Am I? Puzzle Fun
The Learning Journey: Match It! - Who Am I? is not just a puzzle set; it’s an exciting gateway for our little one to explore the colorful world of professions! 3+ years
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Match It! Who Am I? Puzzle Fun is a 20-piece self-correcting puzzle that sparks conversations about different careers while building essential skills and creativity through play.
Match It! First Words Puzzle Fun
The Learning Journey: Match It! - First Words is an engaging and interactive way for children to discover their first words through play. With 30 beautifully illustrated self-correcting puzzles, kids will not only learn to spell simple words but will also build their confidence in literacy as they match images with corresponding words. 3+ years
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Match It! First Words Puzzle Fun features 30 beautifully illustrated self-correcting puzzles that make learning to spell feel like a delightful game instead of a chore.
Medium Washable Smocks for Creative Kids
Children's Factory Medium Washable Smock is a parent and educator's dream come true! Designed to unleash creativity while keeping clothes protected, this smock allows our little artists to explore painting, crafting, and messy play without the stress of cleanup. With its easy-to-use hook and loop closures and spacious pockets, our toddlers can focus on developing fine motor skills and imaginative thinking. 3-6 years
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Medium Washable Smocks for Creative Kids feature spacious pockets that allow little artists to fully unleash their creativity while keeping messes contained—talk about worry-free masterpiece-making!
Fun Math Mastery with BAZIC Flash Cards
BAZIC Division Flash Cards are the perfect way to bridge the gap between play and learning for our kids. Each beautifully designed card not only engages our young learners but also helps them master basic math calculations in a fun and interactive environment. With 36 cards in one pack, we can incorporate these into classroom activities or use them as a fun family game night challenge. 8+ years
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Fun Math Mastery with BAZIC Flash Cards features 36 beautifully designed cards that make mastering division feel like a game, turning math struggles into playful victories.
Explore with the New Ray Truck Model
New Ray Peterbilt 389 Truck with Flatbed Trailer brings the thrill of long-haul trucking right into your living room! As fellow parents, we understand that imaginative play is crucial for developing creativity and problem-solving skills. This meticulously crafted diecast model not only sparks excitement but also encourages children to learn about transportation, engineering, and teamwork as they create their own construction sites with the included excavator and wind turbine. 3+ years
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Explore with the New Ray Truck Model comes with an excavator and wind turbine, igniting creative construction adventures while sneakily boosting essential skills like cooperation and coordination.
Endless Fun with KidKraft Activity Table
KidKraft 2-in-1 Reversible Top Activity Table is a fantastic addition to any playroom! This versatile table encourages creativity and collaboration as kids build with 200 colorful building bricks or embark on adventures with the 30-piece wooden train set. With its ample space for multiple little hands, children develop essential social skills while enhancing their fine motor abilities and spatial awareness. 3+ years
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Endless Fun with KidKraft Activity Table features 200 colorful building bricks, making it a spacious hub for creativity and teamwork that keeps little hands and minds engaged.
KidKraft Wooden Fire Station Adventure
KidKraft Wooden Fire Station Set is where imagination ignites! This fabulous playset comes with 15 accessories, including a helicopter, bendable figures, and a Dalmatian dog, sparking creativity and storytelling in our little firefighters. Children will enhance their fine motor skills while opening garage doors, extending ladders, and ringing the bell to signal a fire! 3+ years
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KidKraft Wooden Fire Station Adventure includes 15 accessories, fueling creativity while teaching little ones teamwork and the importance of fire safety—plus, who can resist that adorable Dalmatian?
Unleash Imagination with Gorilla Blocks!
Creativity Street Gorilla Blocks Extra Large 66-Piece Building Blocks Set for Kids and Babies is the perfect way to ignite our little ones' imaginations! As we watch them construct, collaborate, and create, we can see their creativity and logic skills blossom right before our eyes. These colorful, interlocking blocks not only make playtime fun, but they also help develop essential motor skills and hand-eye coordination. 2-5 years
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Unleash Imagination with Gorilla Blocks! features 66 extra-large blocks that transform play into a colorful construction zone, making teamwork and creativity as easy as building a fort.
Confident Adventures with Schwinn Tricycle
Schwinn Easy Steer Bike for Toddler is the perfect first ride for your little explorer! As parents, we know how important it is for our children to build confidence and develop balance skills during play. This sturdy tricycle, equipped with a parent-controlled push handle, allows us to guide our toddlers while they master steering and pedaling at their own pace. 2-4 years
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Confident Adventures with Schwinn Tricycle features a parent-controlled push handle, making it easy for us to guide our little ones as they explore the world safely.
Unleash Imagination with the Katana Sword
The Katana Sword is not just an eye-catching accessory; it's a gateway to imaginative play that fosters creativity and storytelling. With its vibrant red and brown handle and ornate details, this 28" toy sword invites kids to step into worlds of adventure. As educators and parents, we know that role play can enhance problem-solving skills, boost confidence, and encourage teamwork. 3+ years
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Unleash Imagination with the Katana Sword, a vibrant 28" toy, inspires epic adventures that boost creativity and teamwork while turning playtime into a memorable storytelling experience.
Mini Pull-Back Train Adventure
The Toysmith Mini Pull-Back Train Set is the perfect addition to any child's collection, providing a delightful blend of fun and education for kids aged 5 and up. With an engine and three linkable cars, this engaging toy encourages imaginative play, spatial reasoning, and fine motor skills as children pull back and watch their trains zoom along. The colorful designs and sturdy die-cast and plastic materials ensure that these trains can withstand the adventures of young engineers, making it a smart choice for parents who want to inspire creativity and learning through hands-on play. 5+ years
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Mini Pull-Back Train Adventure includes an engine and three linkable cars, making it a fast-paced way to inspire young imaginations while developing their fine motor skills.
Football Fantasy Jigsaw Puzzle Fun
Springbok 'Football Fantasy' 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle is the perfect blend of excitement and cognitive development for adults! As parents and educators, we understand how puzzles can improve problem-solving skills, enhance concentration, and offer a wonderful opportunity for quality family time. Each unique, precision-cut piece interlocks seamlessly, ensuring a satisfying assembly experience. 14+ years
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Football Fantasy Jigsaw Puzzle Fun features 1000 uniquely cut pieces that promise hours of engaging family time while boosting cognitive skills—plus, it’s eco-friendly!
Toy Story Adventure Puzzle Fun
Ravensburger - Disney Pixar Toy Story - 100 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle is not just a fun activity, but also a fantastic educational tool! As we work together to piece together Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and their friends, our kids will be sharpening their memory, enhancing spatial awareness, and building problem-solving skills. This puzzle is perfect for children ages 6 and up—providing hours of screen-free enjoyment while developing valuable cognitive abilities. 6+ years
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Toy Story Adventure Puzzle Fun features 100 pieces that invite our kids to join Woody and Buzz in a delightful challenge that sparks creativity and critical thinking.
Build & Learn with Design & Drill Toolkit!
Design & Drill Take-Along Toolkit is the perfect introduction to STEM for our little ones. As parents and educators, we know how important it is for kids to develop their coordination and fine motor skills. With 66 pieces, including a toy drill and colorful bolts, children can explore, create, and count their way through exciting designs. 3+ years
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Build & Learn with Design & Drill Toolkit! includes 66 pieces that turn learning into a hands-on construction project, sparking creativity and early math skills through play.
Power-Up with E-flite's Enthralling Motor!
E-flite Power 25 BL Outrunner Motor 1250Kv is the perfect addition for young aviation enthusiasts eager to explore the world of flight. This incredible motor not only mimics the power of a traditional glow engine but also opens doors to hands-on learning about aerodynamics and engineering. As kids build and fly their dream airplanes, they'll enhance their problem-solving skills and unleash their creativity while grasping fundamental principles of physics. 10+ years
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Power-Up with E-flite's Enthralling Motor features easy installation, making it a fantastic way for young aviators to dive into hands-on STEM learning while building and flying their own airplanes.
Unlock Creativity with Assorted Modeling Dough
Creativity Street Modeling Dough, 6 Assorted Colors, is the perfect tool for little hands to explore their artistic side! This super-soft, pliable dough is designed to nurture creativity while developing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination in young children and toddlers. As we blend colors and mold shapes, we not only create vibrant art but also encourage imaginative play that fosters problem-solving skills and cognitive development. 2-5 years
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Unlock Creativity with Assorted Modeling Dough's super-soft, pliable texture allows kids to blend colors and mold shapes, turning art into a hands-on adventure that sparks creativity.
Engaging Fun with Triple Doll Stroller
Badger Basket Triple Doll Stroller for Dolls is a delightful choice for kids who love imaginative play! With the ability to take three cherished dolls or stuffed animals on adventures, children can enhance their creativity while engaging in social interactions. This stroller is designed with realistic features like a padded handle and adjustable canopy, which not only enriches playtime but also nurtures fine motor skills as they maneuver their dolls around. 3+ years
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Engaging Fun with Triple Doll Stroller features a padded handle and adjustable canopy, encouraging little ones to explore their creativity while nurturing social skills and teamwork.