Toys That Develop Problem Solving

Octagonal Chess Set - Wooden Chessboard with 2 Storage Drawers and Carved Staunton Pieces is not just a game; it’s an opportunity to nurture critical thinking and strategy skills in both kids and adults. This compact, stylish chess set beautifully fits into our homes, making it easy to introduce the joys of chess and checkers to our families in a fun and interactive way. With safe storage for all pieces, we can teach our children responsibility while ensuring everything is in its place, encouraging organizational skills. 5+ years

Melissa & Doug Wooden Tabletop Paper Roll Dispenser with White Bond Paper is a fantastic addition to any creative space! We love how this sturdy wooden dispenser transforms an ordinary room into an artistic haven. With 75 feet of premium-weight white bond paper, children can explore their imagination, whether they’re drawing, painting, or crafting. 3+ years

Eurographics Rocky Mountain Christmas 1000-Piece Puzzle is not just a beautiful winter scene; it's an engaging learning experience that we can enjoy together! As we piece together this intricate puzzle, our kids develop fine motor skills and enhance their picture recognition abilities. It perfectly encourages both cooperative teamwork and independent thinking, making it a delightful choice for family game nights or quiet afternoons. Expert: 12+ years

Eurographics Chocolate 1000-Piece Puzzle is an absolute delight for both kids and adults! As we piece together this scrumptious chocolate imagery, we not only enjoy the process but also enhance fine motor skills and picture recognition abilities. This puzzle encourages both cooperative group play and valuable independent thinking. Expert: 12+ years

Little Tikes Princess Cozy Coupe Ride-On Toy is a delightful gateway to imaginative play for our toddlers. Designed with their development in mind, this charming ride-on features a steering wheel, working doors, and even a clicking ignition switch that sparks curiosity and fine motor skills. We love how it fosters active play, whether they’re being pushed around by us or scooting themselves along! 1-5 years

Chalk & Chuckles Super Math Spy Board Game is a thrilling way for kids ages 8-12 to sharpen their mental math skills while having a blast! As super spies, they’ll decode math mysteries using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, transforming learning into an exciting adventure. This game not only encourages strategic thinking but also promotes teamwork and focus, making it a perfect addition for classrooms and family game nights. 8-12 years

Ravensburger Dinosaur Fascination 3 x 49 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Set is an incredible resource for our little explorers! Each unique piece fits perfectly, making it a delightful challenge that encourages problem-solving and fine motor skills. As our kids piece together these captivating dinosaur scenes, they also enhance their concentration and creativity, all while having fun. 4-8 years

Ravensburger Beautiful Ocean Jigsaw Puzzle invites your child to explore a vibrant underwater world while developing essential skills. As they piece together playful dolphins, majestic sea lions, and charming sea turtles, they're not only having fun but also enhancing problem-solving, dexterity, and concentration. Designed for kids aged 6 and up, the large, sturdy pieces are perfect for little hands, ensuring repeated enjoyment. 6+ years

Melissa & Doug On The Go Water Wow! Reusable Water-Reveal Activity Pad - Vehicles is a delightful way to spark creativity and learning in our little ones. Each compact, spiral-bound pad unfolds four engaging vehicle-themed stories, featuring reusable pages that reveal bright colors with just a touch of water! 3+ years

Melissa & Doug On the Go ColorBlast! Activity Book: Fairy is a delightful travel companion that brings creativity to life without the mess! As parents and educators, we know how important it is for our little ones to develop fine motor skills and pre-writing abilities, and this engaging activity book fosters just that. 3-8 years

Melissa & Doug On The Go Color by Numbers Kids' Design Boards is an amazing way for our little ones to explore their creativity while developing essential skills. With 12 delightful number-coded coloring boards and 6 vibrant markers that conveniently store in the cover, kids can dive into colorful adventures wherever they are! As they color, they'll enhance their color recognition and fine motor skills—important milestones in early learning. 3+ years

The Play-Doh Modeling Compound 24-Pack Case of Colors is an exciting way to ignite your child's imagination and creativity! With 24 vibrant colors in 3-ounce cans, kids can shape, squish, and mold their artistic visions into reality. This delightful set not only entertains but also enhances fine motor skills, encourages expressive play, and fosters a love for arts and crafts from a young age. 2+ years

BRIO World Special Track Pack is a treasure trove of creativity for our little builders! With 50 beautifully crafted wooden pieces, kids can expand their train adventures, developing essential skills like problem-solving, spatial awareness, and even social interaction when they collaborate with friends. We love how this set encourages imaginative play, allowing our young ones to explore and construct everything from lively metro cities to peaceful countryside scenes—each journey igniting their innovative spirit. 3+ years

Perfect Stix - 114ST Wooden Craft Sticks are the ultimate tool for sparking creativity in our little ones! These versatile 4. 5-inch birch wood sticks are not just for making delicious ice cream on a stick, but also serve as fantastic materials for a variety of arts and crafts projects. 3+ years

Estes 001478 Flash Rocket Launch Set is the perfect way to introduce budding scientists to the exhilarating world of physics and engineering! With an impressive flight height of over 925 feet, this activity set sparks curiosity and creativity as kids assemble their own rockets using snap-together parts. They'll develop fine motor skills while learning essential concepts like aerodynamics and propulsion – all while having a blast launching their creations into the sky! 10+ years

Estes 1754 Bulk Pack of 1751 Alpha III Rocket-Building Kits invites kids aged 10 and up to explore the thrilling world of rocketry! This engaging hands-on project not only sparks creativity but also fosters problem-solving skills and teamwork as children assemble their own high-flying rockets. With the potential to soar up to 1,100 feet, each launch becomes a thrilling lesson in physics and engineering. 10+ years

Estes 1753 AVG Bulk Variety Pack of Rocket-Building Kits provides an exhilarating hands-on experience for kids aged 10 and up. We love how these model kits not only ignite a passion for science and engineering but also encourage critical thinking and problem-solving as they navigate the exciting world of rocketry. As children build and launch their Viking, Alpha, and EX2 rockets, they learn valuable lessons in physics, design, and teamwork while enjoying the thrill of watching their creations soar. 10+ years

Estes 1755 Bulk Pack of 12 Viking Rocket-Building Kits opens the door to thrilling hands-on science experimentation for kids aged 10 and up! As parents and educators, we appreciate how this kit encourages creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while our young builders assemble and launch their rockets. With a unique design featuring 48 fin configurations, kids can experiment with aerodynamics and learn about physics in a fun, engaging way. 10+ years

Estes 2435 3 Bandits Rocket-Building Kit is not just a toy; it’s an exciting gateway to science and engineering for our kids! As we build and launch these mini-engine-powered rockets together, we nurture critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. Watching our rockets soar up to 550 feet while grappling with concepts like propulsion and aerodynamics makes learning thrilling and tangible. 10+ years

Eisco Labs Molecular Model Set - Basic Organic Chemistry is the perfect introduction to the fascinating world of molecules and compounds. As both educators and parents, we know how essential it is for our youth to grasp the concepts of organic chemistry, and this set does just that! With 30 atoms and 24 bonds, it not only enhances students’ understanding of chemical structures but also nurtures vital skills such as critical thinking and spatial awareness. 14-21 years

Ballet - Go Girls Go! Kids Puzzle is more than just a fun activity; it’s a wonderful opportunity for our little ones to develop essential skills! As they piece together this beautifully illustrated puzzle, they’ll enhance their fine motor skills and picture recognition abilities while engaging in both cooperative and independent play. 3+ years

EuroGraphics Tanks of WWII 1000 Piece Puzzle offers a fantastic opportunity for families and classrooms to come together for a learning adventure. As we piece together the intricately designed tanks, we not only sharpen our fine motor skills and enhance picture recognition but also dive into a rich history that sparks fascinating conversations. This puzzle encourages both independent and cooperative play, making it an ideal choice for encouraging teamwork among children. 8+ years

EuroGraphics Football Spot & Find Puzzle is the perfect blend of play and learning for our little sports enthusiasts! As kids piece together these vibrant 100 pieces, they not only improve their fine motor skills but also enhance their picture recognition capabilities. This puzzle encourages both cooperative play with friends and independent exploration, making it a fantastic choice for any family. 5-10 years

EuroGraphics Hockey Spot & Find 100 Piece Puzzle is the perfect blend of fun and learning for our little ones! This vibrant puzzle encourages the development of fine motor skills and enhances picture recognition abilities as children piece together the exciting hockey scene. With its high-quality blueboard construction, it's designed for durability and repeated play, making it a fantastic choice for both cooperative and independent play. 5+ years