Toys That Develop Sensory Exploration
Our Top 5 Picks
Swimways Ultra Baby Spring Float Fun
Swimways Ultra Baby Spring Float is the perfect introduction to water for little explorers aged 9-24 months! This premium inflatable float not only provides a safe and comfortable space for your baby but also promotes essential motor skills and water confidence. With fun shark-themed toys to encourage splashing and play, your child can develop coordination while exploring their aquatic environment. 9-24 months
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Swimways Ultra Baby Spring Float features a fun shark-themed design that encourages splashing, making water play a delightful and safe adventure for little ones.
Confidence-Building Push & Play Walker
The Radio Flyer Deluxe Push & Play Cube Walker is an exciting way for little ones to embark on their walking journey, designed for ages 1 to 3. With engaging features like a bead maze, shape sorter, and interlocking gears, this interactive toy not only supports balance and coordination but also enhances fine and gross motor skills through play. Parents and educators love its dual functionality as both a sturdy walker and a sensory-rich activity center, making it a multifaceted tool for early childhood development. 1-3 years
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Confidence-Building Push & Play Walker features engaging activities like a bead maze and shape sorter, creating a fun and supportive environment for emerging walkers to build skills and confidence.
Sonic the Stretchy Hero Toy
Heroes of Goo Jit Zu Sonic S1 Hero PK invites children into a world where play meets creativity! This super stretchy Sonic the Hedgehog figure not only delights with its fun and squishy design but also encourages kids to develop their fine motor skills and hand strength as they stretch and manipulate it. Parents and educators will appreciate how this engaging toy promotes imaginative play while fostering sensory exploration in a mess-free manner. 4+ years
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Sonic the Stretchy Hero Toy features a fun and squishy design that encourages kids to stretch and manipulate, promoting both sensory exploration and imaginative play without any mess.
Magical Unicorn Bath Adventure Set
Buddy and Barney Bath Unicorn World Activity Set is the ultimate way to make bath time a magical learning experience! As parents and educators, we know how important it is to combine play with education, and this enchanting set does just that. With a captivating floating jigsaw puzzle and adorable foam stickers, children will develop fine motor skills and cognitive abilities while exploring their creativity. 2-5 years
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Magical Unicorn Bath Adventure Set includes a captivating floating jigsaw puzzle, making bath time an engaging learning experience that transforms splashes into creativity and fun.
Squeeze the Fun with Issa Ice Cream
My Squishy Little Ice Cream - Issa is an interactive doll collectible that promotes sensory exploration and emotional recognition in children. With over 50 unique reactions and personality traits, Issa encourages little ones to engage their imaginations, develop fine motor skills through playful squeezing, and learn about cause-and-effect relationships as they discover how different interactions elicit various responses. She's not just a toy; she's a delightful companion that supports social-emotional learning and imaginative play. 3+ years
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Squeeze the Fun with Issa Ice Cream invites over 50 unique reactions, turning emotional learning into a delightful adventure that keeps kids engaged and giggling.
Kinetic Sand Mega Mixin’ Fun
Kinetic Sand, 6lbs Mega Mixin’ Bag is a mesmerizing way to blend creativity and education! As parents and educators, we know that tactile play helps engage young minds and develop fine motor skills. With vibrant red, yellow, and blue sands, children can dive into color mixing magic, learning about primary colors and their combinations while they shape, squish, and mold. 3+ years
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Kinetic Sand Mega Mixin’ Fun includes 6lbs of vibrant sand that lets kids mix colors and mold their imagination, turning every play session into a delightful learning adventure.
Unicorn Fun with Bath Time Squirters!
Buddy & Barney: Bath Time Unicorns is the perfect way to transform bath time into an enchanting adventure! This delightful three-piece set not only makes splashing around exciting, but also promotes sensory exploration and fine motor skills as little ones learn to fill and squirt the water from the playful unicorns. Plus, the light-up unicorn adds an extra layer of interactive fun, captivating their attention and encouraging imaginative play. 10 months +
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Unicorn Fun with Bath Time Squirters! includes a light-up unicorn that captivates attention while making bath time a sensory-filled adventure that enhances little ones' motor skills.
Crawl with Me Puppy: Learning & Fun!
Fisher-Price 123 Crawl with Me Puppy is an adorable electronic dog designed to get your little one moving and learning! With soft ears and a wagging tail, this playful pup motivates babies to crawl and chase after him, fostering those crucial gross motor skills. As children engage with three interactive Smart Stages learning levels, they'll explore the alphabet, numbers, counting, and colors through 55+ songs, sounds, and educational phrases—making learning an exciting adventure! 6 months - 3 years
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Crawl with Me Puppy features 55+ songs and sounds that turn every chase into a learning adventure, helping little ones develop their skills while having a tail-wagging good time!
Bath Time Waterfall Wonder
The BUDDY & BARNEY Bath Time Waterfall Toddler Toy Set transforms bath time into a splash-tastic learning adventure for little ones aged 6 months and up. This engaging set encourages toddlers to explore problem-solving, fine motor skills, and early engineering concepts as they build and experiment with water flow through its interactive pipes and valves. Plus, with its focus on safety and durability, parents can feel confident in providing a fun, educational experience that sparks curiosity and imagination! 6 months+
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Bath Time Waterfall Wonder features interactive pipes and valves that turn every splash into a valuable lesson in water flow, making bath time a mini engineering lab!
Glow and Learn with BunBop Bunny
The GUND Glow Bops BunBop Bunny Stuffed Animal is an enchanting companion for children aged 3 and up. This delightful plush toy encourages sensory exploration and creativity while promoting fine motor skills through its touch-activated glow feature, inspiring joyful playtime experiences. With its huggable design and soft materials, BunBop Bunny not only provides comfort but also fosters imaginative storytelling, making it a perfect addition to any learning environment. 3+ years
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Glow and Learn with BunBop Bunny's touch-activated glow feature sparks sensory exploration, making cozy playtime an inviting adventure for kids' imaginations.
Play-Doh Animal Adventure: Unleash Creativity!
Play-Doh Animal Adventure Set sparks our children's imagination and creativity! With a vibrant array of colors and a plethora of tools designed for little hands, this set makes art time both fun and educational. Children can develop fine motor skills as they mold various animal shapes or craft lush jungle settings with tree extruders and texture stampers. 3+ years
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Play-Doh Animal Adventure features a plethora of tools designed for little hands, making creativity a colorful mess that builds skills while creating animal friends and jungle dreams.
Pearhead Elephant Security Blanket Magic
Pearhead Elephant Security Blanket is the perfect companion for your little one, blending comfort with joy! This adorable, snuggly toy not only provides a soothing presence for naptime but also stimulates sensory exploration through its soft textures and cute, floppy ears. As parents, we love how this little elephant can inspire imaginative play, encouraging our toddlers to create their own adventures. 0-2 years
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Pearhead Elephant Security Blanket Magic features soft textures and floppy ears, making it the ultimate cuddle buddy that inspires creativity while providing cozy comfort for adventures and naptime.
Pearhead Pink Owl Snuggle Security Blanket
Pearhead Owl Security Blanket offers the perfect blend of comfort and companionship for your little one. This cute and cuddly pink owl lovey is designed to provide a sense of security, fostering emotional development and attachment. Its lovely silky lining and plush texture make it an excellent tool for sensory exploration, encouraging your baby girl to engage with her environment in a playful, soothing manner. Newborn to Toddler
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Pearhead Pink Owl Snuggle Security Blanket features a lovely silky lining, providing comfort and companionship that helps little ones find calm in any situation—it's like a hug in toy form.
Elmer’s All-Star Slime Extravaganza
Elmer’s All-Star Slime Kit is the ultimate gateway to creative play and scientific exploration for kids! Packed with vibrant glues and slime activators, this kit encourages children to experiment with textures and colors, fostering STEM skills like problem-solving and measurement as they mix and manipulate materials. Plus, the premade slime offers an immediate sense of satisfaction for kids eager to dive right into hands-on learning, making it a favorite for both parents and educators looking to engage young minds. 6+ years
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Elmer’s All-Star Slime Extravaganza includes vibrant glues and slime activators that spark creative play while sneaking in some serious STEM learning—who knew mess could be so educational?
Koonie Sequins Dinosaur: Talk, Roar, Shine!
Koonie Sequins Dinosaur is an absolute delight for young learners! This enchanting purple dinosaur is not just a plush toy; it's a fantastic tool for language development and interactive play. With the ability to repeat what your little one says, it encourages speech and communication skills through fun conversations and laughter. 2-7 years
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Koonie Sequins Dinosaur features a playful voice that repeats what kids say, making conversations a fun game that nurtures their language skills while they enjoy the magic of sequins.
Marvelous Gooey Playtime Adventure
Heroes of Goo Jit Zu Marvel Mega Mini 6 Pack introduces kids to a squishy, stretchy world of fun and creativity. This engaging set of mini superheroes promotes fine motor skills and sensory exploration as children squish, stretch, and play with each character, enhancing their imaginative play. With vibrant characters like Ironman and Spider-Man, parents can feel confident that their kids are not just having fun, but also developing essential skills in a mess-free environment. 4+ years
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Marvelous Gooey Playtime Adventure includes a 6 pack of stretchy mini superheroes, making playtime a fun and mess-free way to boost creativity and fine motor skills.
Super Mario Plush for Engaging Learning!
Little Buddy 1821 Super Mario All Star Collection 1-Up Mushroom 6" Plush is more than just a soft toy; it's a gateway to creativity and imaginative play! As parents and educators, we know that children learn best through play, and this adorable plush can spark imaginative adventures in the Mushroom Kingdom. Through role-playing and storytelling, kids can develop language skills, enhance their creativity, and build social skills while having fun with their favorite characters. 3+ years
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Super Mario Plush for Engaging Learning! is a soft, cuddly companion that inspires storytelling and imaginative adventures, turning playtime into a vibrant language-rich experience.
PAW Patrol Bath Adventure Squirters
The Ginsey Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol Bath Squirters bring learning and fun right to your bathtub! This colorful, engaging 4-piece set, featuring lovable characters like Chase, Marshall, Rubble, and Skye, encourages imaginative play while developing fine motor skills as little ones grasp and squirt. Not only do these playful squirters make bath time exciting, but they also promote hand-eye coordination and sensory exploration in a delightful water-filled adventure. 2-5 years
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PAW Patrol Bath Adventure Squirters bring four lovable character squirters to bath time, turning every splash into a fun-filled, hands-on learning experience that makes clean-up a little easier!
Itzy Ritzy Spiral Activity Fun!
Itzy Ritzy Spiral Car Seat & Stroller Activity Toy is a delightful companion for our little adventurers on the go! Designed for infants from 0 months and up, this engaging activity toy keeps our babies entertained, while promoting essential motor skills and sensory exploration. With its vibrant colors, soft textures, and interactive elements like a clinking ring and a shining mirror, our children are encouraged to reach, grasp, and explore. 0 months and up
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Itzy Ritzy Spiral Activity Fun! features vibrant colors and interactive elements like a clinking ring that turns every trip into a playful sensory adventure for our little explorers.
Glow-In-The-Dark Unicorn Blanket Hoodie
The Adora Blanket Hoodie for Kids is a magical companion that promotes cozy comfort and imaginative play. This ultra-soft wearable blanket encourages sensory exploration and creativity while providing warmth and security during storytelling or bedtime routines. It's not just an adorable hoodie—it's a delightful way to ease nighttime fears and develop a love for reading in children aged 3 and up. 3+ years
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Glow-In-The-Dark Unicorn Blanket Hoodie offers ultra-soft comfort, turning cozy cuddles into a magical reading experience that chases away nighttime fears with whimsical delight.
Magical Mermaid Learning Adventure
The ADORA Water Wonder Mermaid Doll with Color-Changing Tail invites young explorers to dive into a world of imaginative play while learning important skills. Perfect for ages 1 and up, this engaging doll encourages sensory exploration and color recognition as children watch her tail change colors in cold water. With her movable waist and adorable details, Marina promotes fine motor development and creative storytelling, making bath time or pool days an unforgettable educational experience for little ones. 1+ years
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Magical Mermaid Learning Adventure features a color-changing tail that transforms bath time into a splash-tastic learning experience, igniting creativity while supporting essential skills.
Unleash Creativity with Kids Air Dry Clay
Arteza Kids Air Dry Modeling Clay Kit is the perfect gateway for your child's creativity to flow! This amazing kit not only provides everything needed to sculpt sandy masterpieces, including tools and delightful seashell decorations, but it also helps children develop essential motor skills and boosts their imagination. As parents and educators, we appreciate how engaging sensory play can be in fostering those vital developmental skills while allowing our little ones to express their artistic side. 3+ years
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Unleash Creativity with Kids Air Dry Clay includes tools and seashell decorations, making every sculpting session a sensory adventure that inspires creativity and hands-on learning.
Dream Bella Color Change Fairies Delight
Dream Bella Color Change Surprise Little Fairies delivers a magical unboxing experience that sparks joy and curiosity in our little ones! With over eight surprises, children can engage in imaginative play while developing fine motor skills and creativity through interchangeable fashions and styling options. The color change feature invites kids to explore temperature and color reactions, enriching their scientific understanding and encouraging safe sensory exploration. 3-5 years
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Dream Bella Color Change Fairies Delight features eight surprises that make learning about color reactions a magical adventure while boosting creativity and fine motor skills.
Vibrant Play with Arteza Kids Play Dough
Arteza Kids Play Dough invites creativity and exploration in every colorful tub! With 12 vibrant shades (both pastel and bright), this non-toxic play dough nurtures motor skills, reinforces color recognition, and enhances imaginative play. We appreciate how this dough stays soft and pliable, making it perfect for little hands to mold and shape without the frustration of drying out. 3+ years
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Vibrant Play with Arteza Kids Play Dough offers 12 colorful shades that inspire creative expression while keeping little hands engaged in safe, artistic adventures.