Toys That Develop Sorting

The Sesame Street 6 Bin Design and Store Toy Organizer by Delta Children is perfect for transforming chaotic playrooms into neat, organized spaces that inspire creativity! Not only do the vibrant graphics featuring beloved Sesame Street characters spark joy, but the six fabric bins in three sizes encourage kids to sort, categorize, and learn responsibility. As parents and educators, we can appreciate how this playful organizer teaches valuable skills such as organization, spatial awareness, and the importance of tidying up after playtime. 3+ years

Learning Resources Smart Snacks Count 'em Up Popcorn is a delightful way for young kids to dive into the world of numbers and counting. With 15 colorful jumbo popcorn pieces and five different-sized bowls, your little ones can build number sense while having a blast playing. This engaging game not only enhances counting skills but also promotes fine motor development as they scoop and sort their popcorn snacks. 2+ years

Learning Resources Attribute Apples is a delightful set that invites our little ones to explore sorting and matching like never before! This engaging collection of 27 vibrant apples helps toddlers develop essential motor skills as they pick up, turn, and study each piece. With opportunities to sort, classify, and compare attributes like size, color, stems, leaves, and even a little friendly worm, our children will dive into a world of exploration and cognitive growth. 3+ years

Galt Toys 4 Puzzles in a Box - Farm Themed is the perfect way to introduce little ones to the joys of puzzles! This colorful set features four engaging puzzles with varying piece counts—4, 6, 8, and 12 pieces—catering to different skill levels. As our children connect each piece, they're not just having fun; they're enhancing their matching and sorting skills while developing their fine motor abilities. 3+ years

Melissa & Doug Let's Play House! Grocery Cans is the ultimate role-playing adventure for our little ones. These 10 stackable cans come with colorful designs and removable lids, sparking imagination and creativity during playtime. 3-6 years

Teacher Created Resources Foam Color Cubes are a fantastic resource for fostering creativity and foundational skills in children. With 30 soft, lightweight cubes in six vibrant colors, kids can explore sorting, patterning, and basic math concepts while enhancing their fine motor abilities. The sensory-friendly foam provides a comfortable tactile experience, encouraging engagement and focus during learning activities. 3+ years

hand2mind Transparent Counters Classroom Kit transforms learning how to count into an exciting adventure for our children! These vibrant, easy-to-handle math manipulatives are not just brightly colored—they open the door to a world of hands-on experiences that deepen our students' understanding of numbers and operations. With enough counters for 30 students, they are perfect for sorting, adding, and even exploring probability concepts, making math lessons feel like playtime. Preschool

hand2mind Foam Square Color Tiles are the perfect tools to spark a love for learning in our little ones! These vibrant foam squares offer a fantastic hands-on approach to early math concepts like counting, sorting, and patterning. With 2,000 colorful tiles at their fingertips, kids can explore addition and subtraction while also developing critical problem-solving skills. 3+ years

hand2mind Foam Two-Color Counters transform learning into a fun and interactive experience for young learners! These cheerful red and yellow foam counters make counting, sorting, and problem-solving not just educational, but enjoyable. With 1000 soft, durable counters in a convenient storage tub, kids can explore early math concepts, such as addition and subtraction, in a tactile way that fosters engagement and understanding. 3+ years

Melissa & Doug Slice and Bake Wooden Christmas Cookie Play Food Set invites children into a delightful world of pretend baking and creativity! This engaging playset not only sparks imagination but also serves as an excellent educational tool, fostering essential skills like counting, sorting, and fine motor abilities. As parents, we know how important hands-on, screen-free play is for our little ones, and this set makes an ideal gift for preschoolers aged 3 to 6. 3-6 years

Rhode Island Novelty Holiday Sticker Assortment brings a festive flair to any creative project! With 100 colorful stickers reflecting a variety of holiday themes, these stickers spark imagination and enhance fine motor skills as children peel and stick. Perfect for arts and crafts activities, they encourage storytelling and self-expression while helping little ones practice their classification and sorting skills. 3+ years

The Melissa & Doug Alphabet Blocks Wooden Truck is a delightful educational toy that invites young learners to sort, spell, and play. With its charming wooden tractor and trailer packed with 28 vibrant letter blocks, this toy promotes hand-eye coordination and letter-sound recognition while sparking imaginative play. Parents and educators will appreciate how it integrates learning with fun, making literacy skills accessible and exciting for little ones. 2-5 years

Learning Resources New Sprouts Stack of Baskets is an exciting tool for nurturing our little ones' creativity! With vibrant colors and a set of four sturdy baskets, this toy encourages imaginative play that can transform into grocery shopping adventures or delightful picnic outings. We love how it promotes collaboration when kids play together, all while subtly builds social skills and early math concepts as they sort and categorize. 18 months+

Hot Wheels Collector Case is the perfect solution for keeping your child’s die-cast car collection neatly organized and displayed. Not only does it hold up to 30 cars with individual slots, but it also teaches kids valuable skills such as organization, responsibility, and even a bit of counting and sorting as they manage their vehicles. Plus, thanks to its lightweight design and built-in handle, children can easily carry their collection to playdates or showcase it to friends, making it a great conversational starter and a wonderful way to foster social skills. 3+ years

Hape String Shapes Wooden Toy Blocks is not just a toy; it's a gateway to creativity and learning! With 32 vibrant wooden blocks and 2 colorful laces, little hands can create everything from towering structures to delightful trains. This engaging set promotes fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as children lace and stack their designs. 3+ years

The Melissa & Doug Stack & Count Wooden Parking Garage with 10 Cars combines playful stacking with foundational math learning for little ones. As children maneuver the colorful cars up and down the parking garage and interact with the sliding counter, they naturally develop essential skills like counting, sorting, and even early addition. Designed for sturdy play and compact storage, this educational toy not only captivates children's imaginations but also fosters their cognitive growth, making it an excellent choice for both home and early education settings. 3+ years

The Melissa & Doug Wooden Construction Building Set in a Box invites children aged 4 to 6 to explore the world of engineering through play. With 48 pieces that include bolts, nuts, and illustrated guides, it not only stimulates creativity but also enhances fine motor skills, counting, and sorting. This hands-on, screen-free toy encourages problem-solving and constructive play, making it an excellent choice for fostering young minds while keeping fun at the forefront. Preschool

The Melissa & Doug Magnetic Car Loader Wooden Toy Set offers endless loading and unloading adventures perfect for little hands! This engaging set not only promotes fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through play, but it also encourages counting, sorting, and sequencing with its uniquely colored magnetic cars. For parents who value screen-free, hands-on learning, this is an excellent gift that helps preschoolers develop essential skills while having a blast. 3+ years

Learning Resources Wild About Animals Jungle Counters is our exciting gateway to early math and vocabulary for little explorers aged 3 and up. This vibrant set of 72 counters includes six different shapes and colors, making counting, sorting, and patterning an engaging jungle adventure! As parents and educators, we love how this toy not only supports key math skills but also encourages imaginative play, fostering a connection with nature through fun animal figures. 3+ years

The Learning Resources Smart Counting Cookies are a deliciously fun way for toddlers 18 months and up to start their math adventures! These adorable counting cookies, complete with raised chocolate chips for tactile learning, engage little fingers while nurturing counting and sorting skills. Each cookie is cleverly designed with numbers 0-10 hidden underfoot, turning every playful bite into an exciting opportunity for number recognition and comparison. 18+ months

Didax Educational Resources Fruit Counters Set (108 Pack) is your new best friend in the journey of early childhood learning! Packed with vibrant, engaging fruit counters, this set not only makes math more fun but also introduces kids to valuable skills like counting and sorting. As fellow parents and educators, we know how crucial these formative years are and how this playful approach helps strengthen fine motor skills, enhances problem-solving abilities, and encourages imaginative play. 3-6 years

Learning Resources Family Counters Smart Pack is a delightful way for kids to dive into hands-on learning! With 24 vibrant counters representing families and pets, this toy brings counting, sorting, and creative play to life. We love how it encourages our little ones to explore concepts of family, relationships, and patterns while they play. 3+ years

Learning Resources Under The Sea Ocean Counters are a vibrant set of 72 colorful pieces that make learning fun! Perfect for hands-on play, these adorable sea creatures—including whales, sharks, and octopuses—help our little ones discover early math concepts like counting, sorting, and patterning. As parents and educators, we love how this engaging toy promotes fine motor skills and cognitive development while offering endless play possibilities. 3+ years

The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Card Game is a delightful way for preschoolers to enhance their color recognition skills while enjoying a spirited race against friends! This engaging game promotes matching, sorting, and strategic thinking, making it an excellent choice for parents and educators alike who want to foster early learning in a fun environment. With awards to back its quality, it’s a proven favorite that transforms playtime into a valuable educational experience. Preschool