Toys That Develop Sensory Development
Our Top 5 Picks
Engage Baby's Senses with Oball Rattle
Bright Starts Oball Easy-Grasp Rattle is a delightful adventure for your little one's senses! Designed with those tiny hands in mind, this BPA-free toy not only encourages gripping and shaking, but also promotes essential fine motor skills and auditory exploration. As we watch our babies joyfully interact with this smooth and flexible rattle, it’s heartwarming to see them build their confidence with each shake. Newborn and up
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Engage Baby's Senses with Oball Rattle features a flexible design that’s easy for tiny hands to grasp, making each shake a step towards confident exploration and play.
Engaging Peek-a-Boo Pets Sensory Puzzle
Melissa & Doug First Play Peek-a-Boo Pets Wooden Touch and Feel Puzzle with Mirror is a delightful introduction to the world of animals for our little ones! This charming puzzle not only captivates with its vibrant colors and whimsical designs, but it also promotes sensory development through its textured animal pieces—perfect for curious hands. As children explore the kitten, puppy, bunny, and bird, they're also enhancing their fine motor skills and engaging in social play. 12m+
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Engaging Peek-a-Boo Pets Sensory Puzzle features textured animal pieces and a mirror, making it a delightful way for toddlers to explore their world while building essential skills.
Rocky's Mighty Movie Garbage Truck Adventure
Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie Toy Garbage Truck Recycler with Rocky Mighty Pups Action Figure invites our little ones to embark on thrilling rescue missions! This interactive toy not only sparks imaginative play but also introduces concepts of recycling and teamwork that we can explore together. With its vibrant lights and fun sound effects, kids will engage in sensory play while developing fine motor skills as they maneuver Rocky and his truck. 3+ years
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Rocky's Mighty Movie Garbage Truck Adventure includes vibrant lights and fun sound effects that turn recycling into an exciting mission, making learning about responsibility feel like a thrilling ride.
Hape Beach Rain Shovel Fun
The Hape Beach and Sand Toys Rain Shovel is a vibrant companion for little ones eager to explore the outdoors. This engaging tool not only fuels imaginative play but also fosters fine motor skills through scooping and pouring, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking multifunctional toys for their children. Designed with safety in mind, our durable and BPA-free shovel encourages healthy outdoor activity, creating sunny, interactive moments at the beach, playground, or garden. 18 months +
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Hape Beach Rain Shovel Fun features a vibrant design that invites little ones to scoop and pour, turning any outdoor adventure into a delightful learning experience.
Frolicking Frog Pull Toy for Active Play
The Melissa & Doug First Play Frolicking Frog Wooden Pull Toy is a delightful way to encourage movement and imaginative exploration for little ones aged 18 months to 3 years. This cheerful green frog with its playful bobbing motion is not just adorable; it’s designed to enhance sensory development and gross motor skills as kids engage in active play. With its bright colors and whimsical design, it sparks creativity and keeps children entertained while promoting hands-on, screen-free fun. 18 months to 3 years
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Frolicking Frog Pull Toy features a cheerful bobbing motion that encourages little ones to hop into action while developing their gross motor skills and creativity in playful ways.
Nuby Splish Splash Learning Cups
The Nuby 5-Piece Splish Splash Stacking Cups are an engaging bath time companion designed for little explorers aged 9 months and up. These vibrant cups not only provide endless fun through stacking, pouring, and filling but also enhance essential skills in shape and color recognition, fine motor coordination, and sensory development. Perfect for parents and educators seeking a safe and entertaining way to make learning a splash! 9 months and up
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Nuby Splish Splash Learning Cups include five vibrant stacking cups that turn bath time into a delightful learning experience, making shape sorting and pouring a splashy adventure!
Lullaby Bird Pull: Musical Learning Fun
Lullaby Bird Pull Musical is a delightful combination of sound, touch, and visual exploration designed to engage our little ones from the very beginning. This charming toy not only soothes with Mozart's Lullaby but also encourages our babies to discover cause and effect as they pull the teething ring. With its soft, textured nest and colorful eggs, it invites tactile exploration that can support sensory development. 0 months and up
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Lullaby Bird Pull features a soft, textured nest that not only soothes with Mozart's lullaby but also invites tactile exploration, blending comfort and learning in one charming package.
World's Smallest Glo Worm Delight
The World's Smallest Glo Worm brings a delightful twist to a childhood classic! Kids will be captivated as they squeeze this adorable bedbug to watch it light up, stimulating their senses and sparking their imagination. This charming toy not only encourages fine motor skills through interactive play, but also introduces young ones to cause-and-effect relationships, engaging them in a fun and educational experience. 3+ years
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World's Smallest Glo Worm lights up at the squeeze of a hand, making bedtime cuddles a magical experience while introducing little ones to cause-and-effect fun.
Skip Hop Rainstick Rattle Fun!
Skip Hop Baby Rattle, Silver Lining Cloud Rainstick is the perfect toy to captivate your little one's imagination while promoting their sensory development. With its soothing raindrop sounds and an easy-to-grab handle, this delightful rattle encourages fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through play. Little explorers will love the colorful ribbons for tactile exploration and the playful squeaker ball that adds an element of surprise. 0-12 months
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Skip Hop Rainstick Rattle Fun! encourages sensory development with soothing raindrop sounds and playful ribbons, making every shake a delightful surprise for curious little hands.
Avocado Fun: Engage and Explore!
Skip Hop Farmstand Avocado Baby Stroller Toy is a delightful way to spark your little one's curiosity while on the go! This playful avocado encourages fine motor skills as babies open and close the two halves to reveal a surprise peek-a-boo rattle 'pit' filled with colorful beads. Its plush, textured materials invite tactile exploration, promoting sensory development and imaginative play. 0-12 months
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Avocado Fun features a plush, textured design with a surprise peek-a-boo rattle, making every stroller ride an exciting sensory adventure for our little ones!
Soft Fabric Learning Blocks for Toddlers
B. toys Soft Fabric Building Blocks for Toddlers invite little ones to explore the alphabet through play! These super soft blocks are designed to enhance sensory development and fine motor skills with their vibrant colors, various textures, and interchangeable inserts, making each block a new adventure. 6 months+
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Soft Fabric Learning Blocks for Toddlers feature vibrant colors and various textures that transform alphabet exploration into a delightfully engaging sensory adventure for little hands and minds.
Snowy Sensory Playfoam Adventure
The Educational Insights Playfoam Pals Snowy Friends 6-Pack is an enchanting blend of squishy, squashy Playfoam and surprise collectibles perfect for kids 5 and up. This engaging play set not only sparks creativity through hands-on arts and crafts, but it also enhances fine motor skills, sensory development, and imaginative storytelling. With each mystery pal waiting to be discovered, children will enjoy hours of unplugged playtime while fostering essential developmental skills in a fun and interactive way. 5+ years
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Snowy Sensory Playfoam Adventure includes a delightful 6-pack of squishy Playfoam and surprise collectibles that turns every grab into a new imaginative story waiting to unfold.
Dive into Learning with Sea Creatures
Terra by Battat’s 60pcs Tropical Fish & Crab Toys offer a vibrant and engaging way for kids ages 3 and up to explore the wonders of marine life. These realistic figurines not only spark imaginative play but also enhance sensory development, fine motor skills, and environmental awareness as children create their own underwater worlds. Perfect for collecting and crafting, this sensory playset encourages creativity and early learning through hands-on interaction with colorful sea creatures. 3+ years
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Dive into Learning with Sea Creatures includes 60 vibrant tropical fish and crab toys, making it a splash-tastic way to stimulate creativity and hands-on exploration of marine life!
CoComelon Ball Pit Adventure
CoComelon Ball Pit with 15 Soft Flex Balls is the ultimate playtime destination for our little ones! This pop-up arena isn't just fun; it's a fantastic way to help build crucial hand-eye coordination as babies toss and crawl with their favorite adorable characters. With a vibrant design featuring beloved CoComelon friends, the ball pit provides an inviting space for toddlers to explore and develop their motor skills in a safe environment. 6 months and up
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CoComelon Ball Pit Adventure features 15 soft flex balls that turn playtime into a colorful experience, promoting coordination and joyful exploration with every toss and crawl!
Enchanting Soft Dreams Owl for Sleep
Soft Dreams Owl with Lullaby & Night Light is the perfect companion for helping our little ones drift off to dreamland. This charming plush owl not only lights up their room with soothing multicolor glows but also plays the beloved lullaby 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star,' creating a comforting environment ideal for naptime. We love how it encourages sensory development through its colors and sounds, fostering a peaceful sleep routine while introducing musical enjoyment. 0-3 years
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Enchanting Soft Dreams Owl features gentle multicolor glows and plays 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star,' transforming bedtime into a calming, interactive experience that helps little ones drift off peacefully.
Discover Cuddly Joy with Pusheen Plush
GUND Pusheen The Cat Squisheen Plush is an adorable companion that not only offers endless cuddles but also promotes emotional well-being through comforting play. At 11 inches, this squishy, huggable plush features a delightful gray Pusheen in a classic sitting pose, perfect for imaginative adventures or cozy reading time. This soft toy is also designed with a unique squishable fabric that encourages tactile exploration and sensory development, making it an excellent addition to playtime for kids ages 8 and up. 8+ years
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Discover Cuddly Joy with Pusheen Plush features a unique squishable fabric that turns every hug into a moment for emotional connection and comforting adventures.
Cuddle Up with Emory the Fox
Emory the Fox Plush Stuffed Animal is more than just an adorable companion for your little one; it serves as a perfect tool for sensory development and emotional bonding. With its ultra-soft texture and floppy limbs, Emory encourages imaginative play and storytime adventures, helping to foster language skills and creativity in growing minds. Designed with safety in mind, this huggable fox is a must-have for nurturing warm hugs and heartfelt connections. Birth and up
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Cuddle Up with Emory the Fox features an ultra-soft texture that invites warm hugs, nurturing both emotional connections and storytelling adventures that spark creativity.
Bubble Fun with Skye from Paw Patrol
The Nickelodeon Little Kids Paw Patrol Skye Action Bubble Blower is an absolute delight for our little ones! This charming toy not only entertains but also promotes essential motor skills as children learn to tilt Skye's head to release a continuous stream of bubbles. Watching those bubbles float away sparks imagination and encourages outdoor play, all while our kids engage in pretend scenarios inspired by their favorite Paw Patrol character. 3+ years
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Bubble Fun with Skye from Paw Patrol releases a continuous stream of bubbles, adding a delightful twist to outdoor play that turns every moment into a bubbly adventure.
Flora Fawn Soft Ring Rattle Fun
Taggies Embroidered Soft Ring Rattle, Flora Fawn is a delightful companion for your little explorer! With its ultra-soft textures and charming floral-patterned ring, this rattle is not just cute, it also engages sensory development through its soothing satin loop tags. As your baby shakes Flora, they'll not only enjoy the captivating sound but also strengthen their grip and hand-eye coordination. 0-12 months
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Flora Fawn Soft Ring Rattle features ultra-soft textures and soothing satin loop tags, making sensory exploration a delightful experience that keeps little hands engaged and curious.
Engaging Stroller Fun for Infants
Fisher-Price Baby Toy Slow Much Fun Stroller Sloth is a delightful companion for your little one from day one! This charming sloth-themed stroller toy is designed to engage your baby’s senses of sight and touch, promoting sensory development right from birth. With its interactive features, like the sloth’s hand that climbs back up, and two delightful hanging toys—a sunshine mirror and a crinkly leaf—your baby will be captivated and entertained while learning through play. 0+ months
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Engaging Stroller Fun for Infants features interactive elements like a climbing hand and crinkly leaf, turning stroller rides into sensory adventures that spark exploration.
Glow-In-The-Dark Playfoam Fun!
The Educational Insights Playfoam Glow in the Dark Jumbo Pod set is a fantastical way for kids aged 3 and up to spark their creativity! These vibrant, squishy pods not only encourage imaginative arts and crafts but also enhance fine motor skills and tactile sensory development as little hands mold, squish, and reshape the Playfoam again and again. Plus, with its glow-in-the-dark feature, kids can enjoy creativity that shines bright even after the sun goes down! 3+ years
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Glow-In-The-Dark Playfoam Fun! features vibrant, squishy pods that ignite creativity and sensory exploration, making every night a glowing art adventure after the sun goes down!
Roaring Fun with Wild Republic Lion
Wild Republic Wild Calls Lion is an adorable companion that not only entertains but also educates our little ones about the majestic wildlife. This soft plush lion features an authentic lion roar recorded by experts at Cornell Lab, sparking curiosity and wonder about nature's sounds. Kids can squeeze to hear the roar, enhancing their sensory experiences while developing their auditory skills. 3+ years
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Roaring Fun with Wild Republic Lion features an authentic lion roar recorded by experts, helping kids connect with nature through sound while fostering a love for wildlife and sustainability.
Toothless Cuddle Pillow: Your Dragon Buddy
Toothless dragon plush cuddle pillow buddy is more than just a snuggly friend; it's a gateway to imagination and creativity! As parents and educators, we know the value of play in a child's development, and this plush buddy encourages role-playing and storytelling, fostering language skills and emotional expression. Its soft, velvety texture not only provides comfort for cozy moments but also enhances sensory experiences, making it perfect for children of all ages. All ages
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Toothless Cuddle Pillow is a soft, velvety buddy that inspires adventure through imaginative play, making every cuddle session a storytelling experience waiting to unfold.
Magenta 2-in-1 Swing for Growing Kids
Little Tikes 2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure Swing is a fantastic addition to any child's playtime! As both a baby and toddler swing, it adapts to your child's growing needs, making it an enduring favorite from infancy through toddlerhood. With customizable safety features like adjustable straps, this swing not only ensures security but also promotes sensory development through movement. 0-3 years
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Magenta 2-in-1 Swing for Growing Kids features adjustable straps for safety, allowing infants and toddlers to swing freely while developing crucial physical skills and joyful memories.