Toys That Develop Social Play
Our Top 5 Picks
Interactive Learning with Charmander!
The Pokémon Electronic & Interactive My Partner Charmander offers a delightful blend of fun and education for children. With over 50 unique interactions, this charming companion enhances kids' sensory skills, encourages social play, and sparks imaginative storytelling, making it an engaging choice for parents and educators alike. Through touch and sound, children develop critical listening skills and emotional connections during play, all while having an unforgettable adventure in the Pokémon world! 4+ years
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Interactive Learning with Charmander! features over 50 unique interactions that make playtime an engaging mix of fun and education, turning kids into little Pokémon storytellers.
Dynamic Fidget Spinner Fun
The Duncan Toys Fidget Spinner Pack is an exciting way for kids to develop sensory skills while enjoying playful spinning action. With four unique shapes to choose from, children can enhance fine motor coordination, focus, and even social play by stacking and spinning together. This durable, lightweight set is a perfect companion for learning on the go—making it a favorite for parents and educators alike who appreciate hands-on, engaging toys. 6+ years
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Dynamic Fidget Spinner Fun features four unique shapes that turn fidgeting into an engaging, collaborative experience, helping kids sharpen their focus while having a blast.
Cuddle Up with Jumbo Polar Bear Plush
Wild Republic Jumbo Polar Bear Plush is more than just a delightful 30-inch stuffed animal; it's a cuddly companion that encourages imaginative play and learning! This giant plush is designed to provide comfort and security for little ones, nurturing their emotional development. Plus, the informative hang tag included sparks curiosity about polar bears and their habitat, creating opportunities for educational discussions. 0-12 years
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Cuddle Up with Jumbo Polar Bear Plush is a delightful 30-inch giant that doubles as both a snug pillow and a launching pad for imaginative adventures about polar bears.
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.
Creative Outdoor Fun with Jumbo Chalk
Arteza Kids Sidewalk Chalk Set sparks imagination and creativity like no other! Tailored for little hands, this vibrant set encourages kids to explore their artistic side while developing fine motor skills through outdoor drawing and doodling. With unique shapes that stay put, plus fun game ideas for social play, it's perfect for igniting collaboration and friendly competition. 3+ years
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Creative Outdoor Fun with Jumbo Chalk is vibrant and washable, making it easy for kids to explore their artistic side without leaving a trace—except for their masterpieces, of course!
Outsunny Metal Swing Set Adventure
Outsunny Metal Swing Set with Glider is the perfect addition to your backyard, transforming it into a fun-filled playground for our children! Imagine the joy as they swing high, giggling while developing their core motor skills and coordination. With two swing seats and an exciting glider attachment, this fully-featured playset encourages social play and teamwork, making it ideal for up to three little adventurers. 3-8 years
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Outsunny Metal Swing Set Adventure features two swing seats and a glider that turn any backyard into a hub for fun, helping kids build coordination while laughing together.
Obi-Wan Kenobi: Inspire Young Jedi Minds
STAR WARS The Vintage Collection OBI-WAN KENOBI Toy VC31 is not just an action figure; it's a gateway to imagination and storytelling. As parents and educators, we know how vital play is for skill development, and this iconic Jedi Master inspires creativity, critical thinking, and social play among children. With intricately designed accessories and photorealistic details, this toy sparks conversations about responsibility, heroism, and the importance of mentorship, just like Obi-Wan's own journey. 4+ years
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Obi-Wan Kenobi: Inspire Young Jedi Minds comes with intricately designed accessories that spark conversations about heroism and mentorship, making learning through play a galaxy of fun.
Darth Vader Holiday Plush: Learning through Play
Lego Star Wars Darth Vader Holiday Plush Character brings the galaxy far, far away right into your child's hands! This delightful plush toy not only sparks imagination but also encourages storytelling and creative play. With its soft textures and embroidered details, little ones can develop fine motor skills as they explore the plush's features and incorporate it into their own play scenarios. 3+ years
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Darth Vader Holiday Plush features soft textures and embroidered details, making it a cozy companion that sparks storytelling and imaginative battles across the galaxy.
Mickey Mouse Cash Register Adventure
Disney Junior Mickey Mouse Realistic Sounds Toy Cash Register is an enchanting way to turn playtime into learning time. With realistic sounds and delightful Mickey Mouse phrases, children will engage their imaginations while exploring early math concepts. This interactive cash register encourages skills such as counting, money management, and social play, making it perfect for little ones starting to grasp the basics of commerce. 3+ years
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Mickey Mouse Cash Register Adventure comes with realistic sounds and delightful phrases, turning shopping into a fun way for kids to learn about counting and social interaction.
Squishville Sky Adventure Collection
Squishville by Original Squishmallows Up in The Clouds Squad Plush invites little ones to embark on imaginative adventures with adorable flying friends like Trudy, Iris, and Cazlan! This delightful 6-pack stimulates creativity, enhances storytelling skills, and encourages social play as children engage in make-believe scenarios. As they build their Squishville world, kids also develop fine motor skills and learn about cooperation through collaborative play. 3+ years
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Squishville Sky Adventure Collection features adorable plush characters, making it a cozy way for kids to engage their creativity while building stories and friendships in their Squishville world.
Honeydukes Sweet Shop Adventure Awaits!
Honeydukes Sweet Shop is a magical gateway for kids to explore their creativity and storytelling skills while diving into the enchanting world of Harry Potter. With exclusive figures of Luna Lovegood and Neville Longbottom, children can animate their favorite scenes and develop narrative skills as they pretend-play with delightful accessories like Chocolate Frogs and Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans. This interactive set encourages imaginative thinking, fine motor skills, and social play, making it a perfect addition to any young wizard's collection. 6 years and up
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Honeydukes Sweet Shop Adventure Awaits! includes exclusive figures of Luna Lovegood and Neville Longbottom, sparking magical scenes and conversation among young wizards while enhancing their narrative skills.
PJ Masks Advent Calendar Adventure
The PJ Masks Kids Advent Calendar is a delightful way to celebrate the holiday season with 24 days of surprise toys that inspire imagination and creativity. Each day, children uncover action figures, accessories, and stickers that not only enhance fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, but also encourage storytelling and social play as they embark on snowy superhero adventures. It's a wonderful choice for parents looking to combine festive fun with developmental learning opportunities for their little ones. 3+ years
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PJ Masks Advent Calendar Adventure includes 24 surprise toys that transform waiting for the holidays into a creative storytelling journey, making playtime festive and educational.
L.O.L. Surprise! Hair Pets Adventure
L. O. L. 4+ years
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L.O.L. Surprise! Hair Pets Adventure includes 10 surprises that spark creativity while little ones style their pets, providing a delightful way to blend playtime with essential skills.
DreamElla Mini Doll: Fashion Fun & Creativity
Dream Ella Extra Iconic Mini Doll is a delightful blend of fashion and imaginative play. These adorable dolls inspire creativity as kids explore different outfit combinations, fostering their sense of style and boosting fine motor skills through hands-on dressing adventures. With nine points of articulation, children can create dynamic poses that spark storytelling, giving them the chance to engage their imaginations while learning about social play. 3+ years
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DreamElla Mini Doll features nine points of articulation, making dress-up adventures a hands-on creativity boost while encouraging storytelling and social interaction among little fashion enthusiasts.
Exciting Animal Match Memory Game
Learning Journey International My First Play It - Animal Match is an engaging memory and matching game that sparks joy for children aged 2 and up. This delightful set features 4 themed game boards and 16 colorful cards, making it a fantastic way to enhance object recognition skills while having fun. As parents and educators, we love how it promotes cognitive abilities, boosts memory, and encourages problem-solving in young learners. 2+ years
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Exciting Animal Match Memory Game features 4 themed game boards and 16 colorful cards that turn learning important cognitive skills into a fun, interactive adventure for little ones.
Happy Cow Wash Adventure Set
The Schleich Farm World Happy Cow Wash set is the ultimate imaginative play experience for kids aged 3 and up! With realistic cow and calf figures and a fully functional wash station, children can engage in role-playing that promotes empathy and responsibility for animals. This delightful set encourages fine motor skills through grooming and washing activities, while also sparking curiosity about farm life and animal care. 3+ years
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Happy Cow Wash Adventure Set comes with realistic cow and calf figures that bring farm life to life, encouraging children to connect with animals and develop a sense of responsibility.
Mini Riders: Fun-Packed Play Cars
The B. toys Mini Riders play set brings unforgettable adventures to our little ones with its imaginative toy cars and charming animal characters! With Lolo the cat, Woofer the dog, and Jax the frog ready to hit the road, our toddlers will delight in pressing their heads for exciting lights and sounds. 12+ months
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Mini Riders: Fun-Packed Play Cars includes charming animal characters that invite toddlers to create imaginative adventures while developing their motor skills and social connections.
Dress Up Fun with Truly Me Pet Accessories
American Girl Truly Me 18-inch Doll Fancy Pet Fashion Accessories bring a delightful world of imaginative play to your child! This engaging set encourages creativity and fine motor skills as kids dress up their dolls' pets in vibrant outfits. While attaching the harness and leash, children are also developing their problem-solving abilities as they figure out how to secure the accessories just right. 6+ years
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Dress Up Fun with Truly Me Pet Accessories includes vibrant outfits that inspire storytelling and enhance creativity while your child figures out how to dress their dolls' pets just right.
Breyer Farms Home at The Barn Playset
The Breyer Farms Home at The Barn Playset is the perfect gateway to imaginative play for kids aged 4 and up. With its charming three-stall barn and adorable animal figures, this set cultivates creativity and storytelling skills while encouraging social play among friends. As children arrange the fencing and care for their horse, hen, sheep, and Border Collie, they develop important fine motor skills and engage in role-playing that fosters empathy and responsibility. 4+ years
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Breyer Farms Home at The Barn Playset includes a charming three-stall barn that sparks creativity and teaches responsibility as kids care for their adorable animal figures.
Dive into Play with Ariel's Grotto
The Mattel Disney The Little Mermaid Storytime Stackers Ariel’s Grotto Playset is a whimsical way for children to explore creativity and storytelling through imaginative play. This engaging playset fosters fine motor skills with its stackable design and interactive features, allowing kids to orchestrate their own underwater adventures while developing problem-solving abilities. Parents and educators will appreciate how this enchanting set encourages social play and collaborative storytelling, making it a delightful educational tool. 3+ years
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Dive into Play with Ariel's Grotto includes interactive features that spark imaginative storytelling, providing a splash of creativity while helping little ones develop essential social skills.
Hot Wheels Super Loop Fire Station Adventure
The Hot Wheels City Super Loop Fire Station playset sparks an exhilarating journey for kids ages 4 and up. This vibrant set combines adventure with education, fostering fine motor skills and imaginative play as children maneuver the fire truck through thrilling loops and slides. With features like a kid-powered elevator and adjustable fire hydrant hose, it engages problem-solving abilities while encouraging coordination and creativity. 4+ years
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Hot Wheels Super Loop Fire Station Adventure features a kid-powered elevator, turning playtime into a thrilling STEM experience that revs up both creativity and coordination.
Polly Pocket Rainbow Unicorn Salon Adventure
The Polly Pocket 2-in-1 Travel Toy, Rainbow Unicorn Salon Styling Head invites kids to dive into a world of creativity and imagination! This engaging playset encourages fine motor skills through hair styling and grooming activities while enhancing storytelling abilities as children develop scenarios for Polly, her friend, and the vibrant unicorn. With over 25 accessories to explore and a beautiful 3-story interior for endless adventures, it’s a wonderful way to promote social play and cooperative skills, making it a delightful addition to any child’s toy collection. 4-8 years
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Polly Pocket Rainbow Unicorn Salon Adventure includes over 25 accessories for endless storytelling opportunities, making hair styling a fabulous way to strengthen creativity and cooperative play.
Fashion Fun with Rainbow Doll Accessories
American Girl Truly Me 18-inch Doll Accessories bring a burst of creativity and excitement to playtime! This vibrant rainbow mesh skirt, complemented by a stunning hot pink headband with a playful bow and charming heart-shaped sunglasses, encourages kids aged 6 and up to explore their artistic expression. As they dress their dolls, children develop fine motor skills, enhance their imaginative play, and learn about fashion coordination and self-expression. 6+ years
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Fashion Fun with Rainbow Doll Accessories includes a vibrant rainbow mesh skirt and heart-shaped sunglasses, inspiring creative storytelling and fashion sense in every little designer.
Spark Creativity with Hair Styling Fun
Cra-Z-Art Shimmer ‘n Sparkle Braid Bead and Twist Deluxe Hair Designer is a fantastic tool for kids to unleash their creativity while developing fine motor skills and boosting their confidence. This interactive 3-in-1 hair styler not only allows children to create beautiful braided hairstyles, but it also encourages planning and problem-solving as they choose how to combine colors with sparkly cords and charming beads. With endless style options, this engaging toy promotes self-expression and social play, making it a delightful addition to any crafting or playtime session. 8+ years
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Spark Creativity with Hair Styling Fun includes an interactive 3-in-1 hair styler that transforms playtime into a vibrant lesson in self-expression and design.