Toys That Develop Sensory Exploration
Our Top 5 Picks
Fun-Filled Bath Learning Adventure
The Munchkin® Little Boat Train Baby and Toddler Bath Toy set sparks joy and learning during bath time! With six colorful boats for counting and linking, kids develop essential early math skills while engaging in imaginative play. Stirring, scooping, and exploring textures, this delightful toy set also promotes fine motor skills and sensory exploration—making bath time a fantastic learning adventure for little ones! 2-5 years
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Fun-Filled Bath Learning Adventure includes six colorful boats for counting, making bath time an exciting blend of math skills and creative exploration that keeps little ones happily engaged.
Spin and Pop Fun for Kids!
Raymond Geddes Pop ‘N’ Spin Toys for Kids is the ultimate 3-in-1 playtime companion that sparks creativity while relieving stress. Each vibrant toy offers an engaging mix of popping, spinning, and posing, perfect for keeping restless little hands busy and minds focused. As parents and educators, we know the importance of fine motor skills and imaginative play—this toy encourages both while providing endless hours of joy! 3-8 years
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Spin and Pop Fun for Kids! features a vibrant design that encourages kids to engage their imagination while effectively managing their energy—making it a win-win for restless little minds.
Wacky Tracks Fidget Fun & Learning
Raymond Geddes Wacky Tracks Spinners Sensory Fidget Toys are perfect for kids seeking both fun and focus. With 24 colorful spinners featuring poseable arms, these toys not only help relieve stress but also enhance fine motor skills and hand strength as children creatively bend and shape them. Ideal for classrooms and home play, they engage young minds while promoting sensory exploration and calming techniques. 5+ years
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Wacky Tracks Fidget Fun & Learning features 24 colorful spinners that promote calming techniques while giving little hands a workout, making focus feel like playtime.
Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Fidget Fun
The Raymond Geddes Glow-in-The-Dark Halloween Pop 'N' Toys offer an engaging sensory experience for toddlers. Designed specifically for little hands, these fun poppers help develop fine motor skills and provide a calming effect that encourages focus and relaxation. Perfect for playtime or a soothing break, they invite kids to explore themes of Halloween while learning about textures, sounds, and calming techniques. 2-5 years
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Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Fidget Fun offers engaging sensory poppers that combine Halloween themes with calming effects, making focus feel like a delightful treat.
Pop 'n' Dice Fidget Cubes for Fun Learning
Raymond Geddes Pop ‘n’ Dice Fidget Cube Toys are the ultimate fusion of fun and educational play! These vibrant, 6-sided cubes are not just visually appealing with their tie-dye colors; they also promote fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through engaging push-and-pop actions. As your little ones squeeze and roll these delightful toys, they’ll improve their focus and concentration, making fidgeting a beneficial activity rather than just a distraction. 3+ years
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Pop 'n' Dice Fidget Cubes for Fun Learning are vibrant, 6-sided cubes that turn fidgeting into a productive activity, making playtime a delightful way to sharpen focus!
Delightful Scented Ice Cream Erasers
Raymond Geddes Scented 3D Ice Cream Bar Erasers are a fun way to teach kids about sensory exploration while they learn! These vibrant, sweet-smelling erasers not only make correcting mistakes enjoyable but also promote creativity and fine motor skills as children mix and match different colors. With delightful aromas like strawberry, grape, and blueberry, they provide a playful learning experience that engages young minds. 3+ years
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Delightful Scented Ice Cream Erasers engage kids with their vibrant colors and sweet aromas, turning every correction into a tasty adventure while cultivating essential skills.
Kinetic Sand Creative Play Set
Kinetic Sand, Variety Case with 2lbs Play Sand is the perfect sensory experience for children aged 3 and up. This enchanting play sand not only inspires imaginative play but also supports fine motor skill development through shaping, molding, and crafting with colorful sands and fun tools. Parents will love watching their little ones engage in tactile exploration, fostering creativity and learning in a playful environment. 3+ years
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Kinetic Sand Creative Play Set includes 2lbs of enchanting play sand, making for a delightful sensory experience that sparks creativity while keeping tiny hands busy and engaged.
Charli & Leo: Interactive Baby Monkey Duo
Fingerlings Interactive Baby Monkeys - Pack of 2 - Charli & Leo are the perfect companions for sparking creativity and emotional intelligence in your child! As educators and parents, we know how important it is for kids to engage in imaginative play, and these adorable monkeys can do just that with their 70+ sounds and reactions. Children learn to express affection, practice empathy, and develop fine motor skills through interactive play, whether they’re feeding them or giving them a cuddle. 5+ years
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Charli & Leo: Interactive Baby Monkey Duo features over 70 sounds and reactions to spark creativity, making emotional engagement feel as fun as a cuddle session with a stuffed animal.
Emotional Learning with Playfoam Fun
The Educational Insights Playfoam® Shape & Learn Feelings set is the perfect combination of sensory play and social-emotional development for children ages 3 and up. With 13 double-sided activity cards, kids will engage in fun, hands-on tasks that help them identify feelings, practice mindfulness, and express emotions—skills essential for building confidence as they prepare for school. This unique approach to learning not only soothes and stimulates but also fosters independence and emotional intelligence in our little ones. 3+ years
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Emotional Learning with Playfoam Fun features 13 double-sided activity cards that guide kids through identifying and expressing their feelings in an engaging way. This hands-on approach not only nurtures emotional development but also turns what could be a tricky topic into an adventure that's as fun as a day at the playground. Plus, who doesn’t love watching their little ones squash, shape, and create their emotions with colorful Playfoam? It’s like therapy with a side of creativity—minus the couch!
Spark Creativity with Playfoam Sand Magic!
Educational Insights Playfoam® Sand Magic Reveal invites little hands to explore a world of creativity and sensory delight. As our children load the design station and uncover colorful layers of Playfoam Sand, they're not just having fun—they're honing fine motor skills, enhancing creativity, and improving self-soothing techniques. This engaging sensory play experience offers a perfect blend of learning and play that helps young minds discover their strengths while overcoming challenges. 3+ years
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Spark Creativity with Playfoam Sand Magic! includes colorful layers of Playfoam Sand that transform imaginative play into a tactile experience, making learning fun and messy in the best way.
Puff Up Playtime Fun!
The Rhode Island Novelty Mini Puffer Assortment is an exciting collection of 50 1. 5-inch puffer toys designed for little hands and big imaginations. These vibrant, squishy toys are perfect for encouraging sensory exploration, fine motor development, and social interaction during playdates. 3+ years
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Puff Up Playtime Fun! features 50 vibrant puffer toys that invite tiny hands to squeeze and squish, making playtime a delightful way to develop essential skills.
Ms. Rachel Sensory Take-Along Toy
The Ms. Rachel Official Sensory Take-Along Toy is a delightful companion for babies and toddlers aged 0-1+. With its myriad of textures, a fun rattle, and a soothing teether, this toy is designed to spark sensory exploration and enhance cognitive development. 0-1 years
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Ms. Rachel Sensory Take-Along Toy features a variety of textures and a fun rattle, making every outing an opportunity for sensory delight and developmental growth.
Bright Starts Oball Gift Set for Little Learners
Bright Starts Easy-Grasp Oball Bundle Gift Set is the perfect introduction to playtime for our little ones! This delightful duo features the Oball Classic and Oball Shaker, designed to engage babies as they explore holding, gripping, and shaking. With their easy-grip details and vibrant colors, these toys not only keep our curious tots entertained but also help develop essential fine motor skills. Newborn+
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Bright Starts Oball Gift Set for Little Learners is designed with easy-grip details, making it perfect for little hands to explore and develop essential skills while having fun.
Create Magic with Princess Sensory Play
Creativity for Kids Sensory Pack: Princess transforms playtime into a delightful fairytale adventure! As fellow parents and educators, we love how this enchanting kit encourages our little ones to explore their imagination while developing fine motor skills. With soft, stretchy cloud clay and whimsical accessories, kids can sculpt their very own enchanted kingdom, enhancing storytelling and sensory experiences. 3+ years
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Create Magic with Princess Sensory Play features soft, stretchy cloud clay that transforms ordinary moments into a whimsical storytelling adventure, making learning enchanting and hands-on!
Unicorn Sensory Pack: Magical Learning Fun
The Creativity for Kids Sensory Pack: Unicorn is a whimsical treasure trove designed to spark imagination and creativity in our little ones! Perfect for toddlers, this magical set encourages sensory exploration through squishy cloud clay, delightful unicorn figures, and sparkling gems. As we engage in tactile play, our kids develop fine motor skills and creativity, all while having a blast creating their very own unicorn paradise. 3+ years
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Unicorn Sensory Pack: Magical Learning Fun comes with squishy cloud clay and delightful unicorn figures, making sensory play both enchanting and a sneaky way to develop essential skills.
HURTLE Flower Handlebar Windmill Delight
HURTLE Flower Patterned Handlebar Pin Windmill transforms ordinary rides into extraordinary adventures! As parents, we know how important it is for our little ones to explore and enjoy their outdoor activities—this spinning decoration not only captivates their imagination with its vibrant design but also encourages them to develop coordination and motor skills while riding. It's easy to install on most bicycles, tricycles, and scooters, making every outing a stunning spectacle. 3+ years
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HURTLE Flower Handlebar Windmill Delight features a vibrant design that transforms each bike ride into a colorful adventure, sparking creativity while fine-tuning those essential coordination skills.
Cuddle and Learn with NoJo Bunny
The NoJo White Bunny Super Soft Plush Stuffed Animal is the ultimate cuddle buddy for babies and toddlers! This huggable friend encourages emotional bonding, sensory exploration, and imaginative play, making it an ideal first toy. Its soft texture and friendly expression help foster a sense of security and comfort for little ones during their crucial early developmental stages. 0-2 years
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Cuddle and Learn with NoJo Bunny is a super soft plush that encourages emotional bonding, making it the perfect companion for snuggles and imaginative adventures.
Whoa Dough: Creatively Colorful Air Dry Fun
Whoa Dough Air Dry Clay Mega 12 Pack is a vibrant wonderland of creativity! As parents and educators, we know the importance of hands-on learning, and this colorful collection not only ignites imagination but also fosters fine motor skills, creativity, and sensory exploration. With gluten-free, non-toxic dough, we can rest easy knowing all kids can dive in without worry, making it a perfect choice for playdates and classrooms alike. 3+ years
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Whoa Dough: Creatively Colorful Air Dry Fun features vibrant, gluten-free clay that inspires limitless creativity and makes mess-free playdates a breeze for everyone involved!
Hello Kitty Sensory Slime Adventure
Hello Kitty SlimyGloop is an 8 oz. jar of delightful, icy pink vanilla-scented slime that provides a fantastic sensory experience for kids and adults alike. Ideal for enhancing fine motor skills through squishing, squeezing, and poking, this pre-made slime invites creative play while calming stress—a brilliant choice for parents and educators seeking fun and engaging ways to support emotional and physical development. 3+ years
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Hello Kitty Sensory Slime Adventure is an 8 oz. jar of delightful, icy pink vanilla-scented slime that makes sensory play a calming and charming experience for all ages.
Fun with the NeeDoh Jelly Donut
The Schylling NeeDoh Jelly Donut is a delightful sensory squeeze toy designed for children aged 3 and up. This squishy treat not only helps develop fine motor skills and hand strength but also encourages sensory exploration, making it a fantastic tool for calming busy minds and fostering focus. With its vibrant colors and satisfying jelly-like filling, it provides an engaging way for kids to express their creativity and relieve stress while having a blast! 3+ years
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Fun with the NeeDoh Jelly Donut features a satisfying jelly-like filling that helps kids relieve stress and express creativity while squishing away their worries in vibrant colors.
Galaxy Slime Adventure Kit
The Official STAR WARS Slime, 3-Pack Galaxy Slime Kit, ignites imaginative play while subtly teaching science concepts to kids aged 8-12. With three unique slimes inspired by the beloved characters of Darth Vader, The Mandalorian, and Grogu, children can explore the properties of different materials and enhance their sensory experiences. This engaging toy not only brings the Star Wars galaxy to life but also fosters creativity, fine motor skills, and an early understanding of STEM principles in an irresistible, hands-on way. 8-12 years
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Galaxy Slime Adventure Kit includes three unique slimes inspired by beloved Star Wars characters, making science feel like intergalactic fun while enhancing creativity and sensory experiences.
Star Wars Stormtrooper Slime Adventure
Star Wars Stormtrooper White Slime brings a galaxy of fun right to your hands! This 8-ounce jar of glossy white slime with shimmering black glitter isn't just a toy; it's a unique opportunity for our kids to dive into the science of materials, exploring properties like compounds and reflection as they play. Perfect for goodie bags or as a desk toy, it sparks creativity and imagination while being a safe, non-toxic choice for even the youngest Star Wars enthusiasts. 4+ years
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Star Wars Stormtrooper Slime Adventure features glossy white slime with black glitter, making science feel like a galaxy of fun while inspiring creativity and hands-on learning.
Creative Climbing Playset for Toddlers
The Costzon Toddler Climbing Toys set is an exciting play experience tailored for our little explorers aged 1-3. This versatile set of six foam pieces encourages crawling, climbing, and walking, helping to develop gross motor skills while promoting fun and safe physical activity. With its soft, sturdy EPE foam and child-friendly design, we're giving our toddlers the opportunity to build strength, coordination, and confidence in a playful environment. 1-3 years
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Creative Climbing Playset for Toddlers features soft, sturdy EPE foam, making it a safe and fun way for little ones to build strength while unleashing their inner adventurer.
Darth Vader Black Slime Adventure
The STAR WARS Vader Black Slime is a pre-made glitter-filled sensory delight designed for creative minds aged 6 and up. This engaging slime not only sparks imaginative play but also incorporates an educational twist by exploring the science of compounds through the included collector card. Parents and educators alike will appreciate this fun and safe way to develop fine motor skills and encourage hands-on learning, all while indulging in the iconic Star Wars universe. 6+ years
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Darth Vader Black Slime is a glitter-filled sensory delight that not only enhances creativity but also educates kids about the science of compounds, making learning feel like play in a galaxy far, far away.