Toys That Develop Sensory Exploration
Squeezy Animal Fun Balls
The Animal Foil Water Squeeze Balls are the perfect blend of sensory fun and stress relief for kids! Designed to captivate little ones with their vibrant colors and shiny foil, these squeeze balls help develop fine motor skills and provide a tactile experience that promotes focus during classroom breaks. Whether used as party favors or classroom distractions, they support emotional regulation and creativity in playful ways. Preschool
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Squeezy Animal Fun Balls feature vibrant colors and shiny foil that not only captivate little ones but also provide a fun way to practice emotional regulation during breaks.
Rainbow Nuts and Bolts Adventure
The TickiT-74001 Rainbow Wooden Nuts & Bolts set captivates young minds with its colorful pairs, designed for toddlers aged 12 months and up. By twisting and turning these 14 unique nuts and bolts, children enhance their fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and understanding of shapes and colors. This delightful educational toy not only encourages open-ended play but also fosters sensory exploration, making it a fantastic addition to any home or learning environment. 12+ months
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Rainbow Nuts and Bolts Adventure features 14 colorful pairs that transform learning into a delightful hands-on experience, sparking creativity and early engineering skills in little ones.
Happy Hammer Grasping and Reaching Toy
The Smart Steps® Happy Hammer Grasping and Reaching Toy is a delightful way for little explorers aged 9 months and up to develop essential motor skills! With its engaging lights and sounds that activate with each hit, your baby will be thrilled as they discover cause and effect in a fun way. The textured handle encourages grasping and holding abilities, while the soft silicone ends ensure safe play without worrying about bumps or bruises. 9 months and up
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Happy Hammer Grasping and Reaching Toy features engaging lights and sounds that captivate little explorers, transforming playtime into an exciting adventure of discovery and skill-building.
Magnetic Foam Building Bliss
Blockaroo Magnetic Foam Building Blocks are the ultimate bath-time companion for toddlers aged 3 to 5. These innovative blocks click together effortlessly, sparking creativity while introducing essential STEM concepts. Floating playtime has never been more engaging as children explore shapes, colors, and engineering principles in a sensory-rich environment. 3-5 years
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Magnetic Foam Building Bliss features effortlessly clicking blocks that transform bath time into a splashy sensory adventure, turning learning into giggles while promoting vital STEM skills.
Scented Kinetic Sand Ice Cream Playset
The Kinetic Sand Scents Ice Cream Treats Playset is an enticing invitation for your little ones to dive into the world of sensory creativity! With delightful strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla scents, this playset encourages imaginative play while developing fine motor skills as children mix, mold, and shape their own delicious ice cream creations. The variety of tools included—like the waffle press and sundae cup—promote cooperative play and sharing. 3+ years
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Scented Kinetic Sand Ice Cream Playset includes delightful scents that turn sensory play into a bakery of creativity, where every scoop is a chance to learn and share!
Mini Plush Fun with Squishville Fruits
Squishville by Squishmallows Mini Plush Fruit Squad introduces adorable 2-inch fruit characters that spark imagination and encourage sensory exploration. These irresistibly soft plush toys not only bring joy to playtime but also help develop fine motor skills as little ones engage in stacking, sorting, and imaginative play scenarios. With a vibrant colorful design, they invite children to learn about fruits, colors, and more, making them a delightful addition to any educational playtime. 3+ years
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Mini Plush Fun with Squishville Fruits includes adorable 2-inch fruit characters that spark creativity while teaching kids about colors and fruits—making learning deliciously fun!
Mini Sea Creature Plush Adventure
Squishville by Squishmallow Mini Plush Sealife Squad brings the ocean’s charm right into our kids’ hands! This delightful set of six soft mini sea animals not only encourages imaginative play but also enhances fine motor skills as little ones manipulate and explore their cuddly textures. The colorful plush companions introduce children to various sea creatures, sparking curiosity about marine life and fostering learning through play, making it a perfect choice for parents and educators focused on playful education. 3+ years
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Mini Sea Creature Plush Adventure includes six soft mini sea animals that spark curiosity about marine life while providing a delightful tactile experience for little hands.
Playful Learning with Slinky Dog Fun
The Disney and Pixar Toy Story Slinky Dog Plushie is a delightful companion for children aged 18 months and up. This soft and cuddly fidget toy not only brings joy during playtime but also supports sensory exploration and hand-eye coordination. With its charming design, it encourages imaginative role play and storytelling, making it a perfect choice for parents and educators looking to engage young minds in playful learning. 18 months+
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Playful Learning with Slinky Dog Fun is a cuddly plushie that sparks creativity and encourages playful storytelling, making learning feel like an adventure right out of a movie.
Playful Creativity with Jumbo Playfoam
The Educational Insights Jumbo Playfoam Jumbo Pods Set of 4 Special Edition offers a vibrant sensory experience, perfect for children aged 3 and up. With delightful themes like Unicorn Mane and Glow-in-the-Dark Green, this flexible and non-toxic molding material not only sparks creativity but also helps develop fine motor skills and provides soothing sensory play. As parents and educators, we can confidently choose Playfoam for fostering imagination while keeping little hands busy and engaged. 3+ years
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Playful Creativity with Jumbo Playfoam includes four vibrant pods that inspire endless imaginative play while providing a soothing sensory experience for busy little hands.
Squeezy Shark Sensory Adventure
Sqweekies - Sharks brings the oceans to life right in your living room! This engaging toy captivates young minds with its delightful squeaky sounds and lifelike design, making learning about marine life fun and interactive. Perfect for igniting curiosity and sparking conversations about ocean ecosystems, these toys also develop fine motor skills through the sensory experience of squeezing and exploring each unique shark, making them a top choice for imaginative and educational play. 3+ years
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Squeezy Shark Sensory Adventure features delightful squeaky sounds that invite kids to explore marine life, turning every playtime into an ocean of educational fun.
Squish & Splash Bath Time Fun!
B. toys – Mold Free Bath Toys – Squish & Splash is the perfect way to make bath time an exciting learning experience for babies 6 months and older. These interactive squirters not only promote water play that enhances sensory exploration but also introduce color recognition and fine motor skills as little ones fill, squish, and splash. 6+ months
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Squish & Splash Bath Time Fun! features adorable color-changing animals that make bath time a joyful opportunity for sensory exploration and fine motor skill development.
Little People Learning Adventure Playset
The Fisher-Price Little People Toddler Learning Toy Friends Together Play House Set is an engaging way for children ages 1 and up to explore foundational concepts while enjoying pretend play. This versatile playset features three adorable friend figures and various interactive activation points, helping to boost fine motor skills, vocabulary, and imaginative storytelling. With fun songs, sounds, and playful learning stages, it encourages little ones to discover the joy of learning through exploration and creativity. 1-5 years
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Little People Learning Adventure Playset includes three adorable friend figures that spark creative storytelling, making learning feel like a fun-filled adventure from the very first playtime.
Micro Squish Fun Learning Set
The Rhode Island Novelty 2 Inch Micro Squish Assortment brings a delightful twist to playtime, featuring 36 soft, self-rising foam figures perfect for little hands. These tactile toys encourage sensory exploration, fine motor skills, and imaginative storytelling, engaging children in a playful learning environment. Parents and educators will love how these squish figures stimulate creativity and support social play, making them a fantastic addition to any playroom or classroom. 3+ years
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Micro Squish Fun Learning Set features 36 soft, self-rising foam figures that transform playtime into a tactile adventure, sparking creativity while sneaking in fine motor skill practice.
Cloudy Cosmo – Your Cuddle Buddy
The 12-Inch Plush Cat, Cloudy Cosmo, is more than just a soft companion; it encourages emotional development and imaginative play from the very beginning. Perfect for babies and toddlers, this delightful stuffed animal provides comfort during cuddles, bedtime stories, and outdoor adventures, fostering security and creativity. Its machine-washable feature also ensures that even the messiest little ones can enjoy their furry friend without worry! 0+ months
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Cloudy Cosmo is a 12-inch plush cat that provides a soft and comforting companion for cuddles and adventures, boosting emotional security and sparking creativity in little ones.
Emotional Learning with Foxy Fun
The TeeTurtle - The Original Reversible Fox Plushie - Rainbow Tie-Dye is not just a plushie; it's a delightful way for kids to explore and express their emotions. This engaging sensory toy promotes emotional intelligence, helping children learn to communicate their feelings in a fun and cuddly manner—perfect for classrooms, at home, or even during playdates. With its vibrant colors and satisfying flip mechanism, this plushie is an ideal companion for social-emotional learning and imaginative play. 4+ years
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Emotional Learning with Foxy Fun features a delightful reversible design that helps kids put their feelings into words while enjoying a cuddly companion for imaginative adventures.
Poke-a-Dot Alphabet Adventure Awaits!
Melissa & Doug Poke-a-Dot Alphabet Learning Cards turn learning the alphabet into an interactive and fun adventure for our little ones! These jumbo-sized cards not only feature letters and objects but also include exciting dots that pop and click, making every poke a delightful experience. As we explore the alphabet together, we notice how these cards encourage language development, counting, and fine motor skills in our toddlers and preschoolers. 1-6 years
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Poke-a-Dot Alphabet Adventure Awaits! features exciting pop and click dots that make learning the alphabet a delightful hands-on experience, turning playtime into a fun learning adventure.
Crayola Spill Proof Paint Set Delight
The Crayola Spill Proof Paint Set is a fantastic introduction to art for children ages 3 and up! This set features vibrant, washable paints in easy-to-manage jars, making it perfect for little hands that are ready to explore their creativity. With semi-solid formulas designed to minimize mess, kiddos can paint freely while honing their fine motor skills and imaginative thinking. 3+ years
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Crayola Spill Proof Paint Set Delight includes vibrant, washable paints that minimize mess, making art time an exhilarating adventure for kids—without the chaotic clean-up for parents!
Brightly Colored Crush-Proof Ball Fun
Amazon Basics BPA Free Crush-Proof Plastic Ball is the perfect addition to any play space! With 1,000 vibrant balls in six cheerful colors, your toddler can engage in hours of sensory play, exploring colors and developing fine motor skills. These durable, crush-proof balls not only encourage active play but also foster creativity as children invent games and scenarios. 12+ months
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Brightly Colored Crush-Proof Ball Fun includes 1,000 vibrant balls that transform playtime into a colorful sensory adventure while also encouraging little ones to invent their own games.
Baby Shark Bath Art Adventure
The Baby Shark Ultimate Bath Art Studio invites your child to explore their creativity in the tub! This engaging bath set not only turns water play into an artistic experience but also enhances fine motor skills and imaginative thinking as little ones create under-the-sea scenes with washable crayons and squishy stickers. Parents will appreciate the reusable elements and mess-free fun, encouraging their child’s artistic expression while making bath time a splashy learning opportunity! 3+ years
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Baby Shark Bath Art Adventure invites creativity in the tub with its washable crayons and squishy stickers. This set transforms bath time into an exciting artistic journey, allowing little ones to create their own ocean scenes while developing fine motor skills. Plus, with reusable elements, there's less cleanup for us, and more imaginative splashing for them!
Bright Starts 2-in-1 Jumper & Table
The Bright Starts Bounce Bounce Baby 2-in-1 Activity Jumper & Table is a delightful way to support your little one's growth and development. Designed to transform from a fun, bouncy activity jumper for younger babies into a playful table for adventurous toddlers, this toy offers years of engagement. With an electronic frog that ribbits, plays cheerful melodies, and lights up, it encourages sensory exploration and auditory awareness. 0-3 years
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Bright Starts 2-in-1 Jumper & Table features an electronic frog that ribbits and plays melodies, making every bounce an engaging sensory adventure for little ones.
Bubble Fun with Elephant Bubbler
The Munchkin® Bubble Bestie™ Elephant Bubbler is a delightful bath toy perfect for toddlers aged 36 months and older. By encouraging bubble blowing play, this charming elephant not only sparks laughter but also helps develop oral motor skills and enhances coordination. Parents will appreciate the safe, mess-free design that promotes sensory exploration and makes bath time an engaging, educational experience. 3+ years
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Bubble Fun with Elephant Bubbler encourages bubble blowing play and turns bath time into an engaging sensory experience, making splashes of joy while developing essential skills.
Bright Starts 2-in-1 Activity Center
The Bright Starts Around We Go 2-in-1 Baby Walker is a delightful blend of fun and learning tailored for babies aged 6 months and up. This innovative activity center transforms from a walk-around delight to a standing table, providing endless opportunities for exploration and skill development. With ten engaging activities, including a drum set that lights up and vibrant tropical-themed toys, this center is designed to capture your little one's attention while promoting fine motor skills, sensory exploration, and rhythmic awareness. 6 months+
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Bright Starts 2-in-1 Activity Center features ten engaging activities, making it a fantastic way for little ones to develop important skills while having a blast on their feet.
Fingerprint Fun: My First Art Set!
SES Creative: My First Fingerprint Paint Art is the perfect craft set for sparking creativity in our little ones! With 10 adorable animal coloring sheets and vibrant, non-toxic paints, we can enjoy a fun-filled bonding experience as we watch our toddlers create their first masterpieces. This delightful activity not only nurtures artistic expression but also develops fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, laying a solid foundation for their future learning. 1+ years
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Fingerprint Fun: My First Art Set! includes 10 adorable animal coloring sheets and non-toxic paints, ensuring colorful messes turn into priceless masterpieces that capture our little ones’ budding creativity.
Water Magic Animal Reveal Set
SES Creative: Coloring with Water - Hidden Animals is a fantastic way to spark creativity in children aged 1 and up. With this no-mess painting experience, little artists can use water to unveil hidden animals, enhancing their fine motor skills while engaging in imaginative play. This reusable activity not only makes cleanup a breeze for parents but also offers endless opportunities for artistic exploration and learning. 1+ years
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Water Magic Animal Reveal Set features a no-mess painting experience that turns each splash of water into a delightful surprise, making artistic exploration both fun and hassle-free.