Toys That Develop Problem Solving
Our Top 5 Picks
Royalbaby Stargirl Girls Bike: Fun & Learning
Royalbaby Stargirl Girls Bike with Training Wheels and Basket is the perfect gift for little adventurers! This bike promotes not just physical activity, but also fosters essential coordination and balance skills for our growing children. The easy-to-assemble design means less time for us parents fumbling with tools and more time for those joyful rides. 3-7 years
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Royalbaby Stargirl Girls Bike with training wheels boosts coordination while its cute basket invites imaginative adventures, making outdoor exploration a delightful learning experience!
Creative Blank Jigsaw Puzzles
The 12 Blank Jigsaw Puzzles set is perfect for sparking creativity in kids of all ages. Measuring 5. 5 inches by 8 inches with 12 pieces per puzzle, these versatile puzzles offer endless opportunities for artistic expression and imaginative play. 4+ years
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Creative Blank Jigsaw Puzzles come with 12 pieces each, inviting kids to unleash their inner artist while honing their design skills—no paintbrush required!
VTech Call and Chat Learning Phone
The VTech Call and Chat Learning Phone is a delightful blend of fun and education for our little ones aged 2 to 5. This engaging toy mimics the experience of a real smartphone, featuring 10 realistic apps that teach numbers, letters, and time concepts while our children play. The ability to store up to 5 contacts makes it even more relatable for kids, allowing them to explore social interactions in a safe environment. 2-5 years
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VTech Call and Chat Learning Phone features 10 realistic apps, making early learning engaging as kids explore numbers and letters just like grown-ups do!
Thor Plush Hammer: Unleash Adventure!
Thor Plush Hammer is not just a costume accessory; it's a gateway to imaginative play and storytelling for our little heroes! As they wield this soft touch plush hammer inspired by the Marvel Universe, children can immerse themselves in the rich narratives of bravery, teamwork, and heroism. By dressing up and engaging in superhero adventures, kids develop important skills like creativity, social interaction, and problem-solving. 3+ years
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Thor Plush Hammer is a soft touch accessory that transforms everyday play into epic adventures, fostering creativity and collaboration while our little heroes save the day!
Secure Fun with Joovy Noodle Helmet
Joovy Noodle Multi-Sport Helmet is the perfect companion for your little explorers as they learn to ride with confidence! Designed to grow alongside your child, this adjustable helmet cultivates a sense of independence while ensuring safety on every adventure. With 14 vents to beat the heat and an integrated bug mesh for added comfort, your child can focus on mastering skills without distraction. 2-5 years
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Secure Fun with Joovy Noodle Helmet features 14 vents for cooling comfort, encouraging kids to explore outdoors while prioritizing safety in every thrilling ride!
Build Skills with Wing Gundam Zero Model Kit
Bandai Hobby HGAC Wing Gundam Zero Model Kit is more than just a cool figure; it’s an engaging way for our kids to enhance their fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities. As they piece together the 1/144 scale runners, we can see them work on their patience and concentration, learning to follow instructions while having a blast. This hands-on activity not only fosters creativity but also introduces them to the world of engineering and design. 10+ years
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Build Skills with Wing Gundam Zero Model Kit offers 1/144 scale runners for engaging hands-on fun, sparking creativity while we bond over building adventures together.
Unlock Fun with Melissa & Doug Vehicles Puzzle
Melissa & Doug Vehicles Jumbo Knob Wooden Puzzle is a fantastic tool for fostering development in our little ones! This oversized puzzle features 8 sturdy wooden pieces, each brightly colored and adorned with familiar vehicle illustrations that spark excitement. With easy-grasp jumbo knobs, children enhance their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination while experiencing the joy of problem-solving. 2-4 years
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Unlock Fun with Melissa & Doug Vehicles Puzzle features 8 sturdy wooden pieces that engage tiny fingers and curious minds while making problem-solving a delightfully colorful adventure.
Explore the Farm with Fun Peg Puzzles
Melissa & Doug Farm Wooden Peg Puzzle invites little hands to explore a delightful farmyard scene while enhancing essential skills! This charming puzzle not only makes learning fun but also fosters problem-solving abilities, strengthens fine motor skills, and encourages hand-eye coordination. As children recognize colors, shapes, and adorable farm animals, they gain confidence and independence in play. 2-4 years
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Explore the Farm with Fun Peg Puzzles features charming farm animals that engage little minds while boosting confidence in play—who knew learning could be so quacking fun?
Explore Wild Adventures with Safari Puzzle
Melissa & Doug Safari Wooden Peg Puzzle invites young explorers into the vibrant world of wild animals! We love how this puzzle not only entertains but also sparks curiosity and learning. Each colorful piece helps little hands develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving abilities, all while recognizing their favorite safari creatures. 2-4 years
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Explore Wild Adventures with Safari Puzzle features colorful wooden animal pieces that turn playtime into a fun learning expedition, inspiring curiosity about the wild world while developing essential skills!
Engaging Pets Wooden Peg Puzzle
The Melissa & Doug Pets Wooden Peg Puzzle is an exciting way for little ones to explore their favorite furry and scaly friends! With vibrant colors and delightful illustrations of pets like dogs, cats, and even a goldfish, this puzzle not only captivates toddlers but also helps them develop essential skills. As children grasp and fit the pieces, they're honing their hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills while solving the puzzle. 2-4 years
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Engaging Pets Wooden Peg Puzzle features delightful illustrations of pets that spark curiosity while promoting essential skills—perfect for little ones who are eager to learn and play!
Farm Babies Beginner Puzzles for Toddlers
The Petit Collage Beginner Puzzle for Kids, Farm Babies is the perfect introduction to the world of puzzles for our little ones. Designed for ages 2 and up, this delightful set features sweet, charming illustrations of farm animals and their babies, making learning feel like play! As our toddlers piece together the adorable cow, chicken, sheep, and pig with their little ones, they’ll develop crucial problem-solving skills, hand-eye coordination, and boost their confidence with each completed puzzle. 2+ years
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Farm Babies Beginner Puzzles for Toddlers features charming illustrations of farm animals, making problem-solving feel like a delightful adventure that grows confidence with each piece!
Engaging VTech Touch and Swipe Baby Phone
The VTech Touch and Swipe Baby Phone is a delightful introduction to technology for little ones aged 6 months to 3 years. This adorable pink phone captivates toddlers with its 12 light-up pretend apps that encourage imaginative role-play while enhancing hand-eye coordination. With the ability to 'call home,' and groove to 15 catchy melodies, this toy not only entertains but also supports early learning of ABCs, 123s, and first words. 6 months - 3 years
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Engaging VTech Touch and Swipe Baby Phone comes with 12 light-up pretend apps, turning learning ABCs and 123s into a fun, interactive experience that sparks curiosity.
Colorful Fruit Counters for Learning Fun
Didax Educational Resources Fruit Counters Set (108 Pack) is your new best friend in the journey of early childhood learning! Packed with vibrant, engaging fruit counters, this set not only makes math more fun but also introduces kids to valuable skills like counting and sorting. As fellow parents and educators, we know how crucial these formative years are and how this playful approach helps strengthen fine motor skills, enhances problem-solving abilities, and encourages imaginative play. 3-6 years
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Colorful Fruit Counters for Learning Fun come with 108 vibrant pieces, turning math into a deliciously engaging experience that sparks counting skills and creativity.
Engaging Math Fun with Dice Activities
Didax Educational Resources 215295 Dice Activities for Math Book is a treasure trove of engaging and challenging dice-based activities designed for children in grades K-3. As fellow parents and educators, we appreciate how these fun exercises not only build mathematical fluency but also enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Imagine your child rolling dice and joyfully learning to add, subtract, and explore patterns all while playing! K-3
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Engaging Math Fun with Dice Activities features a treasure trove of dice-based challenges that turn math into an exciting game, ensuring your child plays while they learn.
Kansas City Chiefs Sports Jigsaw Puzzle Fun
MasterPieces 1000 Piece Sports Jigsaw Puzzle is a fantastic way to bring the thrill of the NFL right into your living room! Assemble this stunning panoramic image of the Kansas City Chiefs, measuring 13 inches by 39 inches, while enhancing fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and patience. As we piece together the vibrant details, we also spark conversations about teamwork and sportsmanship with our teens. 13+ years
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Kansas City Chiefs Sports Jigsaw Puzzle Fun features a stunning panoramic image that's perfect for sparking family discussions about sports while piecing together memories!
Exciting NFL Puzzle for Young Fans
MasterPieces 1000 Piece Sports Jigsaw Puzzle - NFL Indianapolis Colts Center View Panoramic is an exhilarating way to combine fun with learning for our young sports enthusiasts! Not only does this puzzle challenge critical thinking and problem-solving skills, but assembling it also encourages patience and perseverance. As we work together to complete the vibrant 13x39 inch masterpiece, we can share stories about teamwork and the excitement of game day, transforming our puzzle experience into a bonding moment filled with valuable lessons. 13+ years
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Exciting NFL Puzzle for Young Fans features 1000 vibrant pieces that turn family game day stories into a fun challenge, fostering teamwork and making memorable bonding moments.
Ravensburger World Map Puzzle Adventure
The Ravensburger World Map Jigsaw Puzzle is a delightful way for kids to embark on an educational adventure right from their living rooms! With 60 unique, sturdy pieces, this puzzle not only enhances concentration and cognitive skills but also sparks their creativity as they piece together the world. Crafted from premium materials for a glare-free image, it's designed to be as engaging as it is educational—making it an ideal gift for birthdays or holidays. 6+ years
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Ravensburger World Map Puzzle Adventure features 60 unique, sturdy pieces that transform learning geography into a fun family activity while sharpening young minds.
Explore Creativity with Railway Station Puzzle
Ravensburger Railway Station Jigsaw Puzzle is the perfect way to spark creativity and concentration in our little ones. With 60 uniquely shaped pieces, kids can immerse themselves in the delightful world of train travel while developing essential problem-solving skills. The anti-glare surface ensures a stress-free puzzling experience, making this an engaging activity for children and toddlers alike. 4+ years
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Explore Creativity with Railway Station Puzzle features 60 uniquely shaped pieces that transform puzzling into an exciting train adventure, igniting creative minds while being eco-friendly.
No Dogs on The Beach Puzzle Fun!
No Dogs on The Beach is a delightful 100-piece jigsaw puzzle that not only brings laughter with its playful beach scene but also supports your child's developmental growth! As they piece together this vibrant puzzle, children aged 6 and up enhance their memory, spatial awareness, and problem-solving skills—all while engaging in a screen-free activity. This charming puzzle is perfect for bringing families together for quality time, making it an ideal gift that fosters creativity and focus in kids and adults alike. 6+ years
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No Dogs on The Beach Puzzle Fun! contains 100 colorful pieces that turn quality family time into a delightful learning adventure without a screen in sight.
K'NEX Creative Building Adventures
The K'NEX 70 Model Building Set is a fantastic resource for kids aged 7 and up to explore their creativity while engaging in STEM learning. This set not only enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills but also inspires collaboration as children build interactive models with real moving parts. Parents and educators will appreciate how it encourages hands-on learning and imaginative play, turning abstract concepts into tangible fun! 7+ years
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K'NEX Creative Building Adventures features 70 model building pieces that transform abstract STEM concepts into hands-on masterpieces, making learning a delightful construction zone for curious minds.
Dino Adventure Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle
The Melissa & Doug Dinosaurs Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle with Storage Tray is a fantastic way to introduce our little explorers to the world of dinosaurs! This 24-piece puzzle is not just about fitting pieces together; it helps nurture problem-solving skills and fine motor development while they uncover a vibrant prehistoric scene. Packaged in a sturdy wooden tray, it's perfect for easy building and storage, making clean-up a breeze. 3-5 years
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Dino Adventure Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle includes 24 colorful pieces that make learning about dinosaurs a roaring good time while honing problem-solving skills and fine motor development.
WOW Sports Water Walkway Fun
WOW Sports World of Watersports Water Walkway is the ultimate inflatable adventure that transforms your summer into a playful learning experience! With its brilliant 6 x 6 feet design, this water walkway allows kids to explore buoyancy and balance while having a blast with family and friends on the water. As they connect multiple sections, they're developing teamwork skills and spatial awareness, learning how to navigate through their floating islands just like young engineers. 5+ years
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WOW Sports Water Walkway Fun features a brilliant 6 x 6 feet design, turning summer into a lively exploration of buoyancy and teamwork on the water with family and friends.
Squeezy Tweezers for Tiny Hands
Learning Resources Squeezy Tweezers are a fantastic resource for toddlers eager to explore the world around them! These colorful tweezers not only make picking and placing small items a fun activity, but they also promote essential fine motor skills, enhance hand strength, and boost hand-eye coordination. As educators and parents, we love how these tweezers engage little ones in sensory play, allowing them to discover textures and develop critical nerve connections in their brains. 3+ years
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Squeezy Tweezers for Tiny Hands feature a colorful design that makes picking up small items feel like a playful adventure, turning every pinch into a chance to grow essential skills.
Letter Construction Learning Set
The Learning Resources Letter Construction Set is a delightful and interactive tool to engage our little ones in the world of letters! Designed for children ages 3 and up, this 60-piece set allows kids to snap together colorful pieces to form both uppercase and lowercase letters, transforming learning into a hands-on adventure. With each assembly, our children not only practice letter recognition but also boost their fine motor skills, making it a double win for parents and educators alike! 3+ years
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Letter Construction Learning Set comes with 60 colorful pieces that turn letter learning into a snap-together adventure, making it engaging and interactive for curious little minds!