Toys That Develop Tactile Exploration

B. toys Soft Fabric Building Blocks for Toddlers invite little ones to explore the alphabet through play! These super soft blocks are designed to enhance sensory development and fine motor skills with their vibrant colors, various textures, and interchangeable inserts, making each block a new adventure. 6 months+

The USA Toyz Whipz Micro Racers Toy Cars for Kids combine endless racing fun with essential skills development for children. Perfectly sized for little hands, these mini keychain racers not only ignite excitement with their glow-in-the-dark features but also enhance fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as kids learn to manipulate and spin them. Ideal as engaging fidget toys or party favors, they encourage active play while fostering creativity and tactile exploration. 5+ years

Crayola Globbles Fidget Toy (6ct) provides an engaging way for children and adults to relieve stress while developing fine motor skills. With their vibrant colors and squishy texture, these sticky stress balls encourage tactile exploration and imaginative play, making them an ideal choice for classrooms or home settings. Easy to clean and reusable, they enhance focus during learning activities and serve as a fun, portable stress relief solution! 5+ years

The GUND Pusheen The Cat Squisheen Log Plush is not just a fluffy friend, it's an engaging plush designed for ages 8 and up. This adorable squishy encourages tactile exploration, helping kids develop their sensory skills while providing comfort and stress relief during study or playtime. With its charming design, this plush brings an element of fun to learning environments, making it a delightful gift for Pusheen fans and a favorite for enhancing emotional well-being. 8+ years

GUND Pusheen The Cat Squisheen Plush is an adorable companion that not only offers endless cuddles but also promotes emotional well-being through comforting play. At 11 inches, this squishy, huggable plush features a delightful gray Pusheen in a classic sitting pose, perfect for imaginative adventures or cozy reading time. This soft toy is also designed with a unique squishable fabric that encourages tactile exploration and sensory development, making it an excellent addition to playtime for kids ages 8 and up. 8+ years

Aquatic Counters - Mini Jar Set of 42 are a delightful way for our little ones to embark on a learning adventure! With these captivating sea creatures, children can explore counting, sorting, and sequencing while enhancing their fine motor skills through engaging hands-on play. Designed with a warm, grippy texture, these detailed counters appeal to their senses and make math feel like a fun game. 3-6 years

Sassy My First Rattles Newborn Gift Set offers an enchanting way to boost your little one's development! Designed for infants as young as 0 months, this delightful set features three soft and flexible rattles that beckon tiny hands to explore. With diverse textures, contrasting colors, and sounds that encourage sensory awareness, these rattles are perfect for fostering touch, vision, and auditory skills. 0+ months

Lambs & Ivy Disney Baby Lion King Simba Adventure Plush is the perfect companion for your little one's imaginative playtime! This adorable plush not only brings the beloved character of Simba to life but also encourages storytelling and creative thinking. The soft velour texture provides tactile stimulation, while the embroidered features offer a safe and engaging option for babies and toddlers. 0-3 years

The Bright Starts Oball Easy Grasp Classic Ball is a delightful toy designed for little ones from newborn and up. With 32 finger holes crafted for tiny hands, this ball encourages early grasping and tactile exploration, making it an excellent choice for developing fine motor skills. Its flexible and soft design invites babies to play and learn, fostering curiosity and coordination. Newborn and up

The Play-Doh Brand Slime 3 Pack of Non-Toxic Slime takes sensory play to a new level! Designed for children aged 3 years and up, this vibrant collection of blue, metallic orange, and metallic pink slime encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and even emotional regulation through open-ended play. As parents and educators, we can appreciate how tactile experiences like squishing and stretching can provide a much-needed screen break while engaging our little ones in imaginative exploration. 3+ years

TickiT Rainbow Wooden Balls are a delightful set of 14 beech wood spheres that are designed to spark curiosity and creativity in our little ones. Perfect for sorting, sequencing, and imaginative play, these colorful balls invite toddlers to explore and discover at their own pace. With their soft colors and natural grain, they not only enhance focus but also provide tactile experiences that promote motor skill development. 10 months+

The Educational Insights Pluffle® 2-Pack Red & Blue is a delightful sensory experience for toddlers aged 3 and up. This mesmerizing foam encourages tactile exploration and imaginative play, fostering fine motor skills while providing an engaging alternative to traditional messy sand and slime. Parents and educators love its non-toxic, gluten-free formula, ensuring that kids can squish, mold, and mix safely as they dive into creative learning adventures. 3+ years

SLIMYSAND Magical Mermaid offers 3 pounds of imaginative play sand in captivating colors—purple, blue glitter, and pink. This play experience is more than just fun; it fosters fine motor skills and creativity as kids squish, mold, and reshape their underwater creations. Perfect for tactile exploration, this educational toy pairs sensory delight with stress-relief, making it an ideal choice for parents and educators seeking engaging, developmentally beneficial activities. 3+ years

The Nuby Silly Three Prong Interactive Suction Toy is an exciting way for little ones to improve their motor skills and hand-eye coordination. With its colorful rings and multi-textured surfaces, this playful toy engages young learners in sensory development while they pull, shake, and construct their own imaginative creations. It's a delightful choice for parents and educators seeking a safe, BPA-free option that promotes tactile exploration and creativity in a teething-friendly design. 6 months+

Hape Rattle & Teether Collection is the perfect companion for little adventurers navigating the teething journey. Crafted from a unique rice-based material, this set is not just 100% safe for chewing, but also packed with engaging textures that soothe sore gums. The gentle rattling sounds and soft colors aren't just delightful to the senses; they promote visual acuity and tactile exploration, essential for early learning. 0-12 months

Elmer's Gue Pre Made Slime is a fantastic way to engage our children’s senses and creativity! This fruity slushie scented slime invites exploration through tactile play while enhancing fine motor skills as little hands squish, stretch, and mold. The addition of foam beads not only adds a delightful crunch but also promotes sensory development and imaginative thinking. 3+ years

Taggies Crinkle Me Toy with Baby Paper & Squeaker, the Sleepy Seas Octopus is an absolute delight for our little explorers! This charming toy is not only visually inviting with its soft aquamarine octopus and engaging underwater scenes, but it also offers interactive sensory experiences. As we watch our babies scrunch and squeeze, they develop fine motor skills and sensory awareness while enjoying delightful sounds from the crinkle paper and squeaker hidden inside. 0-2 years

ZURU Smashers Dino Ice Age Ankylosaurus is an adventure waiting to happen! Comes in a mini surprise egg filled with slime and a dinosaur toy that sparks imagination and creativity. Through collecting and constructing exclusive Mix N' Match Dino Smashers, kids enhance their fine motor skills and learn about the prehistoric world. 5+ years

Smashers Dino Ice Age Mini Surprise Egg - T Rex Skeleton invites young explorers to embark on a frosty adventure! With each egg, kids are not just getting a surprise but diving deep into the world of dinosaurs while developing fine motor skills as they rip, claw, and tear through icy compounds. The excitement of mixing and matching dino parts fosters creativity and problem-solving, turning learning into a thrilling game of discovery. 4-10 years

The ZURU Smashers Mini Smashable Egg with Many Surprises! provides an exciting way for kids to engage with science and creativity. As they unbox and explore these dino-themed surprises, children will enhance their fine motor skills through the tactile experience of tearing and exploring different textures, while also sparking their imagination by building unique dinos from the collectible parts. 5+ years

The TickiT Woodland Trees Set is an enchanting collection of 10 unique wooden figures designed for little explorers aged 10 months and up. Each tree offers a tactile experience and the opportunity for kids to enhance their fine motor skills as they grasp, stack, and arrange these shapes. As parents and educators, we appreciate how this set sparks creativity and encourages descriptive language, allowing children to discover the natural diversity of the forest. 10m+

The KIDS PREFERRED Disney Baby Mickey Mouse Plush Stuffed Animal Snuggler Lovey Security Blanket is a delightful companion for infants and toddlers. This adorable blanket not only offers a plush friend for comforting cuddles during naptime, but it also serves as an engaging tool for developing sensory skills. Featuring knotted corners for teething, a pacifier holder for soothing, and luxuriously soft fabric, this versatile lovey encourages babies to explore textures and practice self-soothing techniques. 0-24 months

Move2Play is not just a ball; it's a gateway to playful learning! Designed for tiny hands, this hilariously interactive toy responds with music and sound effects to every roll, tap, shake, or toss—encouraging your little one to explore and discover through movement. As parents, we know how vital it is for our toddlers to develop motor skills and hand-eye coordination, and with these intelligent sensors, they will be laughing and learning at the same time. 6 months - 2 years

The Toysmith Kiji Buddies Narwhal Set features a charming family of super squishy narwhals that are perfect for tactile exploration and imaginative play. Ideal for children ages 3 and up, these adorable narwhals not only engage little ones through sensory experiences but also promote social skills when shared among friends. By collecting and playing with these delightful characters, kids enhance their fine motor skills and foster creativity, making playtime both engaging and educational. 3+ years