Toys That Develop Sensory Exploration

Kinetic Sand Folding Sand Box Fun

Kinetic Sand is the magical, moldable play sand that kids adore! With its unique texture that mimics the sensation of wet sand while keeping little hands dry, this sensory playground fosters creativity and fine motor skills as children build and mold their imaginations into reality. The set includes 7 versatile tools and molds, inviting kids to explore over 20 different play options—all within a convenient folding sand box that keeps the fun contained and mess-free. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Kinetic Sand Folding Sand Box Fun includes 7 versatile tools and molds for endless creativity, making sensory play a tidy delight that sparks young imaginations without the mess.

Wimmer-Ferguson Mind Cubes for Bright Minds

The Manhattan Toy Wimmer-Ferguson Mind Cubes Soft Baby Activity Toy is an innovative tool designed to enhance visual and tactile development from the very start. Each of the four unique cubes encourages newborns to explore high-contrast patterns that captivate their attention, promoting essential skills like clutching and hand-eye coordination during play. This thoughtful toy emerges as a delightful choice for parents and educators seeking to foster early sensory engagement and developmental readiness in their little ones. Newborn and up
Why we love it:
Wimmer-Ferguson Mind Cubes for Bright Minds features high-contrast patterns that capture babies' attention, turning sensory play into skill-building fun right from the start.

Gudetama Slow-Rise Fidget Toy

The Gudetama 'Lazy Egg' Mega SquishMe is more than just a cute squishy toy—it's a fantastic tool for stress relief and sensory exploration for all ages! This 7-inch memory-foam squishy is perfect for enhancing fine motor skills and providing tactile stimulation, making it an excellent choice for those needing a little relaxation during study sessions or creative thinking. With its whimsical design, it also encourages imaginative play and can serve as a delightful conversation starter on any shelf. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Gudetama Slow-Rise Fidget Toy features a 7-inch memory-foam design that turns stress relief into playful squishing, making study breaks fun and engaging for all ages.

Fantasy Friends Fidget Magic

The Soft'n Slo Squishies Fantasy Box is a delightful trio of ultra-soft, sensory toys designed to engage kids aged 8 and up. Each of these charming fantasy friends promotes emotional regulation, enhances fine motor skills, and fosters imaginative play, making them perfect companions for brain breaks or focused learning sessions. Parents and educators love that they provide a calming yet stimulating experience, encouraging creativity and social interaction among peers. 8+ years
Why we love it:
Fantasy Friends Fidget Magic features ultra-soft sensory toys that provide a delightful way for kids to engage creativity and manage their emotions, making calm-down moments fun!

So Slime DIY Slime’Licious Station

The Canal Toys So Slime DIY Slime’Licious Slime Station is a fantastic way for kids to dive into the world of creativity and sensory exploration! With just water and no glue required, young learners can whip up 16 different food-scented slimes in minutes—making it a fun and mess-free experience. This interactive kit not only sparks imagination but also encourages problem-solving and fine motor skills as children mix and match colors and scents. 6+ years
Why we love it:
So Slime DIY Slime’Licious Station offers a mess-free way to whip up 16 different food-scented slimes, turning tactile play into a sensory learning fiesta!

Sensory LightUp Baby Rattle

The Sensory LightUp Baby Rattle is a delightful multisensory experience designed for infants aged 0 months and up. With its soft, squishy texture and captivating glowing lights, this rattle encourages tiny hands to grab and explore while developing their tactile skills and visual senses. As your baby shakes and rolls this engaging ball, they’ll not only enjoy the comforting rattle sounds but also hone their hand-eye coordination and motor skills. 0+ months
Why we love it:
Sensory LightUp Baby Rattle features captivating glowing lights that not only entertain but also encourage your baby to explore and develop essential skills through play.

CAT Construction Heavy Mover Fun

The CAT Construction Heavy Mover Semi Truck and Trailer is a fantastic toy for encouraging active play and imaginative exploration in children aged 3 and up. This super-sized vehicle fosters essential skills like coordination and problem-solving by allowing kids to take charge of their own construction site with the equipped 10” CAT Front Loader. With its realistic lights and sounds, this toy transforms playtime into a rich learning experience, inspiring creativity and teamwork among young builders. 3+ years
Why we love it:
CAT Construction Heavy Mover Fun includes a 10” CAT Front Loader, turning any playtime into a bustling construction site where creativity and teamwork rule the day.

Vibrant Finger Paint for Creative Kids

Colorations Washable Finger Paint for Kids inspires artistic exploration with its rich, creamy texture and four bold colors: blue, green, red, and yellow. This non-toxic paint is perfect for little hands, encouraging fine motor skill development and sensory experiences as children dive into the world of color and creativity. Whether at home or in the classroom, this paint is an exciting way for young learners to express themselves and discover the joy of painting using their fingers, brushes, or sponges. 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Vibrant Finger Paint for Creative Kids includes a non-drip formula that inspires mini Picassos to create masterpieces while keeping our walls—mostly—clean.

Bright Starts Oball for Early Play

The Bright Starts Oball Easy Grasp Classic Ball is a delightful toy designed for infants from newborn and up! With 32 charming finger holes, this soft and flexible ball invites little hands to explore, promoting essential skills like grasping, hand-eye coordination, and sensory exploration. As parents and educators, we adore how this inviting toy makes learning through play so accessible and fun—perfect for bonding moments and playful interactions right from the start! Newborn and up
Why we love it:
Bright Starts Oball for Early Play features 32 charming finger holes that invite tiny hands to explore, turning essential skill-building into a delightful bonding experience.

Sensory Sound Ball Adventure

Introducing the TickiT Sensory Reflective Sound Balls, a delightful set designed for our tiniest explorers aged 0 months and up! These captivating balls engage little hands and minds, encouraging the development of language skills as we describe their unique sounds, movements, and reflections. With a focus on sensory play and discovery, these durable, stainless steel balls are not just toys; they are tools for enhancing creativity, curiosity, and understanding of the world around us. 0m+
Why we love it:
Sensory Sound Ball Adventure includes a delightful set of durable, stainless steel balls that create engaging sounds and reflections, perfect for our tiniest explorers. These balls turn playtime into a multisensory experience, encouraging vibrant conversations about what they see and hear. It’s an excellent way to introduce language skills while fostering curiosity about the world around them—plus, watching those little hands interact with shiny, reflective surfaces is simply mesmerizing!

Vibrant Colored Sand for Creative Play

Hygloss Colored Sand for Crafts is a delightful way to spark creativity in children and teens alike! With 12 assorted colors, this ultra-fine sand transforms ordinary art projects into vibrant masterpieces that engage the senses and promote fine motor skills. As we sprinkle these festive hues, kids can explore color theory, practice layering techniques, and develop imaginative art concepts that culminate in beautiful, personalized gifts or holiday decorations. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Vibrant Colored Sand for Creative Play includes 12 assorted colors that turn every art project into a sensory masterpiece, igniting imaginations and strengthening those little fingers.

Creative Play with Hygloss Dough

Hygloss Play Modeling Dough for Kids is the ultimate sensory experience that every young artist will adore! Designed with safety and creativity in mind, this unscented playdough is perfect for children with sensitivities and allergies, letting them explore their imagination without worry. As they roll, press, and sculpt, kids develop essential fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination in a fun and engaging way. Preschool
Why we love it:
Creative Play with Hygloss Dough is unscented and safe for sensitive kiddos, making artistic expression a worry-free adventure that sparks imagination and countless creations.

Farm Fun with John Deere Combine

The TOMY John Deere S690 Combine with Corn and Draper Head is an engaging toy that sparks imagination and learning for kids aged 3 and up. This durable toy enhances fine motor skills and encourages cooperative play as children mimic real farming activities, from unloading kernels to experiencing the sounds and lights that bring it to life. As parents, we appreciate how it not only entertains but also teaches kids about agriculture and machinery, fostering curiosity about the world around them. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Farm Fun with John Deere Combine features engaging sounds and lights that turn playtime into a lively farming adventure, teaching kids about agriculture while enhancing their fine motor skills.

Interactive Fun for Growing Minds

The Storkcraft 3-in-1 Activity Walker and Rocker with Jumping Board and Feeding Tray is more than just a walker; it's an engaging platform for developmental growth! Designed for infants and toddlers, this versatile toy promotes fine motor skills and cognitive development through its interactive toy tray filled with stimulating activities like sounds, textures, and movement. With adjustable height settings to grow with your child, this walker encourages exploration and discovery, making it a top choice for busy parents looking to provide enriching playtime experiences. 6-12 months
Why we love it:
Interactive Fun for Growing Minds features a vibrant toy tray packed with stimulating activities, turning every stroll into an exciting lesson in exploration and discovery.

Realistic CAT Excavator Construction Toy

The CAT Construction Toys Tough Machines Toy Excavator is an exciting hands-on learning experience for children, sparking their imagination and curiosity about how things work! With its realistic lights, sounds, and rumbling action, kids can truly immerse themselves in the world of construction as they engage in role-play and storytelling. This 10-inch sturdy plastic excavator promotes fine motor skills through its movable parts, as children maneuver the articulated buckets and booms just like the pros. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Realistic CAT Excavator Construction Toy features authentic lights and sounds, transforming playtime into an exciting construction site where creativity and engineering skills can truly shine.

Pluffle®: The Mess-Free Sensory Delight

The Educational Insights Pluffle® 4-Pack is the perfect sensory bin filler that enriches learning through playful exploration. Designed for children ages 3 and up, this delightful foam set promotes fine motor skills, emotional regulation, and creativity as kids run their fingers through its soft, fluffy texture. As they mix colors and engage in calming, tactile play, parents and educators can feel confident knowing that Pluffle never dries out, ensuring endless fun and learning opportunities without the mess. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Pluffle® features a soft, fluffy texture that keeps sensory exploration mess-free, allowing kids to engage their creativity and learn while we sip our coffee in peace.

Llama-Themed Sensory Baby Activity Book

The Manhattan Toy Llama Themed Soft Baby Activity Book is a delightful journey into the world of textures and sounds for your little one! Perfect for engaging those tiny hands, this charming tri-fold book features colorful illustrations, crinkly paper, and a baby-safe mirror to spark curiosity and exploration. Moving the tethered llama character helps babies refine those essential motor skills, while the vibrant tactile fabrics stimulate sensory development. 0-12 months
Why we love it:
Llama-Themed Sensory Baby Activity Book features crinkly paper and a baby-safe mirror, making it an enchanting tool for stimulating curiosity and motor skills.

Cuddly Learning with Sprinkle Bunny

The B. toys 12-Inch Plush Bunny is an adorable companion that offers much more than just cuddles. With its soft textures and bright colors, this plush rabbit encourages sensory exploration and emotional development from the very beginning. 0 months+
Why we love it:
Cuddly Learning with Sprinkle Bunny features soft textures and bright colors that invite tiny hands to explore while fostering a love for storytelling and nurturing interactions.

TickiT Rainbow Exploration Set

The TickiT Rainbow Wooden Super Set invites toddlers to delve into a vibrant world of creativity and curiosity. Designed for children aged 10 months and up, this 84-piece set offers a rich sensory experience with its beautiful colors and varying shapes, fostering imaginative play while developing fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities. Parents and educators will appreciate how this open-ended play encourages heuristic learning, allowing little ones to explore, discover, and create in endless ways. 10 months and up
Why we love it:
TickiT Rainbow Exploration Set offers 84 vibrant pieces that turn playtime into a colorful journey of discovery, mixing creativity with essential developmental skills like problem-solving and fine motor coordination.

Whirling Wheel Water Adventure

The Sassy Whirling Wheel Waterfall & Rain Barrel Connecting Tubes set invites little ones on an exciting journey of water exploration. This engaging 9-piece set promotes essential STEM learning through hands-on activities, encouraging young children to connect, discover, and experiment with water flow and patterns. As they snap together the fun rain barrel tubes, children develop critical skills in problem-solving and fine motor coordination while enjoying sensory-rich play! 6+ months
Why we love it:
Whirling Wheel Water Adventure features engaging 9-piece sets that ignite curiosity and hands-on STEM learning, turning water play into an exciting science experiment right in the backyard.

Sassy Rain Shower Bath Ball Fun

The Sassy Rain Shower Bath Ball is an innovative bath toy that transforms water play into an interactive learning experience for infants 6 months and older. With its chunky design, little ones can easily grasp and transfer the ball, promoting hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills while exploring a variety of sensory experiences. Parents and educators will appreciate how the spinning parts and unique hole configurations turn bath time into a fun science experiment, encouraging curiosity and discovery in a safe, mold-free environment. 6+ months
Why we love it:
Sassy Rain Shower Bath Ball features spinning parts that make bath time a delightful science experiment, igniting curiosity and transforming soapy splashes into playful learning.

Sassy Flex & Fill Cups for Fun Learning

The Sassy Flex & Fill Cups are a delightful trio of bath toys that make learning enjoyable for little ones! These colorful, flexible cups encourage fine motor development, spatial awareness, and sensory exploration during bath time. They're a terrific choice for parents and educators looking to turn bath time into an exciting opportunity for creative play and early learning. 6 months+
Why we love it:
Sassy Flex & Fill Cups feature colorful, flexible designs that turn bath time into a creative playground, making learning fun while helping little hands develop essential skills.

Play-Doh Slime Fun Explosion!

Play-Doh Slime 30 Can Pack offers an ooey gooey adventure that captivates young minds! As parents and educators, we know how crucial it is for children to explore textures and colors, and this vibrant assortment does just that. Each can is a gateway to creative expression, fine motor skill development, and sensory play that keeps our little ones engaged for hours. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Play-Doh Slime Fun Explosion! boasts 30 vibrant cans of gooey goodness, making it an irresistible way for kids to get messy while refining their motor skills and creativity.

Musical Plush Sloth for Sensory Play

The Infantino Music & Motion Pulldown Sloth is an enchanting companion for your little explorer. Designed with a mix of rich textures, colorful ribbons, and delightful melodies, this plush sloth captivates young minds and encourages engaging sensory play. Perfect for aiding textile exploration and alleviating teething discomfort, it's a trusty sidekick whether at home or on the go. 0-12 months
Why we love it:
Musical Plush Sloth for Sensory Play features rich textures and delightful melodies, providing endless engagement and comfort for little ones while they're exploring the world around them.