Dive into the colorful world of shape and color sorting with the Barnyard Activity Boxes! These engaging sets provide a hands-on learning experience, perfect for little ones eager to explore their creativity and develop essential cognitive skills. Designed to inspire imaginative play, these activity boxes help children recognize shapes and colors in a fun, interactive way. Join us as we explore the benefits of incorporating sorting activities into everyday playtime, enhancing both learning and enjoyment.
Engaging Play-Doh Shapes and Colors Fun
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Play-Doh Shapes and Colors Set is a fantastic way for our little ones to explore and learn! Packed with vibrant colors and interactive tools, this set offers hands-on activities that help kids aged 2 and up master essential skills such as matching, sorting, and pattern recognition. With five double-sided activity playmats and an array of chunky shape cutters, our children can develop their fine motor skills while unleashing their creativity. It’s an exciting journey into shapes and colors that we can trust to spark their imagination and learning through play! 2+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, matching, sorting, pattern recognition, creativity, spatial awareness
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Engaging Play-Doh Shapes and Colors Fun features five double-sided activity playmats, allowing little ones to explore shapes and colors while effortlessly honing crucial learning skills through play!
Colorations Colors Like Me Hand Shapes
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Colorations Colors Like Me Hand Shapes are an amazing tool for both creativity and self-expression! With 24 glossy cardstock hand cutouts in diverse skin tones, these colorful shapes invite children to celebrate their unique identities and the world around them. Perfect for enhancing fine motor skills, kids can personalize each hand with various craft materials, making arts and crafts lessons engaging and meaningful. Ideal for group activities, these hand shapes encourage connection, discovery, and understanding in our multicultural classrooms. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, self-expression, multicultural understanding, group collaboration
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Colorations Colors Like Me Hand Shapes include 24 glossy cardstock cutouts, fostering creativity while promoting a celebration of diverse identities that sparks conversations and connections.
Shapes & Colors Learning Adventure Bundle
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Trend Enterprises Shapes & Colors Learn & Play Bundle invites your little ones into a vibrant world of learning! With 56 engaging two-sided game and flash cards, this set not only teaches essential colors and shapes but also turns practice into play. As parents, we know the importance of building memory and matching skills, and this bundle does just that while instilling confidence in our children. Plus, the included activity ideas keep the fun going and foster creativity! 3-5 years
Develops skills:
memory skills, matching skills, color recognition, shape identification, confidence building
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Shapes & Colors Learning Adventure Bundle includes 56 two-sided game and flash cards that turn essential learning into a colorful and engaging playtime experience.
My First Shapes Sorter Puzzle
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The Bigjigs Toys Wooden My First Shapes Sorter Puzzle is a delightful way for our little ones to explore the world of shapes and colors! With nine chunky, colorful pieces perfectly sized for tiny hands, this puzzle invites kids to lift, grasp, and match shapes to their corresponding slots. As we engage our children in this playful activity, they develop crucial skills like shape and color recognition, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. It’s the perfect blend of fun and education, crafted from high-quality, responsibly sourced materials we can feel good about. 2-5 years
Develops skills:
shape recognition, color recognition, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, problem solving
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My First Shapes Sorter Puzzle includes nine chunky, colorful pieces that make learning shapes and colors a tactile and engaging experience for little hands.
Dino Delight: Explore Shapes & Colors!
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Play-Doh Shapes & Colors Dino Starter Set is an exciting way for our little ones to dive into the world of colors and shapes! This engaging kit not only sparks creativity but also helps develop fine motor skills through tactile sensory play. With 11 fun accessories and a playful dinosaur companion, children can experiment with silly hairstyles and let their imaginations run wild on the vibrant playmat. As parents, we can appreciate how this versatile set encourages storytelling and matching activities, making learning both fun and interactive! 2+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, shape recognition, color identification, storytelling
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Dino Delight comes with 11 fun accessories, allowing little ones to unleash their creativity while developing essential skills through playful, hands-on learning adventures.
Colorful Shapes Stamping Fun for Kids
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Colorations Shapes Easy to Hold Good Grasp Kids Stamping Sticks Set of 10 is a fantastic tool for fostering creativity and learning in young minds! Each sturdy, kid-friendly stick features a delightful shape, making it a breeze for little hands to explore geometry through fun stamping activities. These easily graspable tools not only enhance motor skills but also promote shape recognition while encouraging artistic expression. With a smart storage tray, cleanup is a snap, allowing more time for imaginative play and less time worrying about the mess! 3-6 years
Develops skills:
creativity, fine motor skills, shape recognition, imaginative play, problem solving
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Colorful Shapes Stamping Fun for Kids features 10 easy-to-hold stamping sticks that transform messy art time into a hands-on geometry lesson with creative flair.
Colorful Shape Garden Adventure
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The Learning Resources Shape & Color Garden is an engaging way for toddlers to explore colors and shapes while having a blast outdoors! With ten vibrant blossoms to plant in their corresponding pots, kids will not only sharpen their counting skills but also enhance fine motor abilities as they dig, pick, and arrange. This eco-friendly toy, made with 70% post-consumer recycled plastic, supports green learning, making it a guilt-free choice for parents and educators alike. Plus, the included Activity Guide offers fun sustainability facts that spark curiosity and foster a love for nature! 2-5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, shape identification, counting, outdoor exploration
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Colorful Shape Garden Adventure includes ten vibrant blossoms for kids to plant in matching pots, turning outdoor play into a delightful blend of learning and nature appreciation.
Rainbow Pebbles: Colorful Learning Fun
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Rainbow Pebbles Activity Set - Junior is a delightful way for our little ones to explore early math skills while having a blast! With their bright colors and inviting shapes, these tactile pebbles help children learn to sort, count, and understand the world of shapes. The accompanying activity cards are perfect for guiding fun learning experiences, making this set a wonderful addition to any playtime. Plus, they are safety tested and ideal for small hands, ensuring our toddlers can learn and play safely and joyfully. 18 months+
Develops skills:
early math skills, sorting, counting, shape recognition, fine motor skills
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Rainbow Pebbles include engaging activity cards that turn counting and sorting into a colorful adventure, making math feel like playtime right at our little ones' fingertips.
Geo Pegs: Shape and Color Fun!
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edxeducation Geo Pegs and Peg Board Set is an exciting way for toddlers and preschoolers to explore shapes and colors while playing! With 36 vibrant pegs in appealing shapes like squares, circles, and triangles, our little ones will develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as they stack and lace. This fantastic educational toy not only makes learning fun but also encourages problem-solving and creativity. Perfect for homeschool activities or playdates, it's a delightful tool to inspire your child's early learning journey. 18 months+
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, shape recognition, color identification, problem solving
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Geo Pegs: Shape and Color Fun! includes 36 vibrant pegs that transform playtime into a colorful learning adventure, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills in tiny hands.
Shape Sorting Camping Adventure Fun
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Fisher-Price Shape Sorter S’More Shapes Camping Tent is the perfect blend of play and learning for our little explorers! This engaging toy not only introduces shapes but also ignites our kids' imaginations with its camping theme. As they sort, stack, and nest the colorful shapes, they develop essential problem-solving skills while engaging in fun activities that strengthen fine motor abilities. With interactive lights, music, and educational phrases, this toy keeps our children entertained while they discover colors, opposites, counting, and even animals, making it a smart choice for parents and educators alike! 6 months - 3 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, shape recognition, spatial reasoning, imaginative play
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Shape Sorting Camping Adventure Fun features interactive lights and music, making learning about shapes as exciting as a campfire story under the stars!
Shapes - Don't Bug Me Geometry Adventure
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Learning Resources LER1762 Shapes - Don't Bug Me - Geometry Activity Set sparks creativity while building foundational geometric math skills! With 136 colorful pieces in various shapes, kids can explore endless design possibilities. The included 20 double-sided activity cards guide little learners through fun challenges, all while supporting Common Core math standards. As parents and educators, we love how this hands-on approach not only enhances spatial awareness but fosters problem-solving and critical thinking in our children. 5+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, spatial reasoning, critical thinking, creativity, geometric recognition
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Shapes - Don't Bug Me Geometry Adventure boasts 136 colorful pieces, turning geometry into a vibrant design playground where math feels like a fun puzzle-solving quest.
Interactive Learning with the Shape Sorting Clock
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Melissa & Doug Shape Sorting Clock is a delightful wooden toy that not only captivates children's attention but also serves as a vital educational tool. With 12 colorful, shaped pieces that fit snugly into their respective spots, kids develop fine motor skills while learning about numbers, colors, and shapes. The rotating minute and hour hands introduce the essential concept of time in an engaging way, making learning feel effortless and fun. We appreciate how this toy comes with extension activities that reinforce early learning concepts, embracing curiosity and creativity at every turn! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, shape recognition, color identification, number recognition, early math skills, spatial reasoning
Why we love it:
Interactive Learning with the Shape Sorting Clock features 12 colorful, shaped pieces that transform learning about time and shapes into an engaging, hands-on experience for kids.
Shape Sorting Fun for Little Hands
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The Playskool Form Fitter Shape Sorter Matching Activity Cube Toy is a delightful way for toddlers and kids aged 18 months and up to dive into the world of shapes and colors. With nine easy-to-grasp shapes to match and sort, children can develop essential fine motor skills and cognitive abilities while enjoying tactile play that encourages repeated exploration. Parents will appreciate the easy storage feature, making clean-up as simple as a snap! 18 months and up
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, cognitive abilities, shape recognition, color matching, problem solving
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Shape Sorting Fun for Little Hands includes nine easy-to-grasp shapes, making sorting a delightful way for kids to build essential skills while parents enjoy quick clean-up.
Explore Shapes with Melissa & Doug Stackers
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Melissa & Doug Geometric Stacker is not just a toy; it’s an exciting journey into the world of shapes and colors! With 21 vibrant wooden pieces, children can match and stack rings, octagons, and rectangles, all while honing their hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills. This delightful engaging activity encourages early shape, color, and size differentiation, making it a wonderful foundation for future learning. As parents and educators, we love how it offers hands-on, screen-free play that sparks creativity and develops critical thinking in our little ones! 2-4 years
Develops skills:
hand-eye coordination, problem solving, shape recognition, color differentiation, critical thinking
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Explore Shapes with Melissa & Doug Stackers features 21 vibrant wooden pieces that turn learning about shapes and colors into a fun stacking adventure.
Activity Ball: Fun Learning Adventure!
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VTech Baby On-The-Moove Activity Ball is the perfect companion to help our little explorers engage and learn as they play! Designed to encourage crawling with motion-activated sounds, this delightful toy keeps babies motivated and active. The squishy cow and soft shape buttons introduce essential concepts of animals, shapes, and colors while strengthening those tiny fingers as they slide and spin the fun features. With a variety of textures and sensory elements, this ball not only captures their attention but also contributes to their physical and cognitive development—making playtime an educational adventure! 3+ months
Develops skills:
crawling, fine motor skills, sensory exploration, color recognition, animal knowledge, shape identification
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Activity Ball: Fun Learning Adventure! features motion-activated sounds that motivate babies to crawl, turning playtime into a delightful learning experience that sparks curiosity and movement.
S’More Shapes Camping Adventure
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The Fisher-Price Baby Developmental Toy S’More Shapes Camping Tent Block Sorting Activity is designed for infants 6 months and older. This delightful camping-themed shape sorter not only entertains but also promotes essential skills such as fine motor development, problem-solving, and sensory exploration through vibrant colors, engaging textures, and interactive movements. It's the perfect introduction to learning through play, making it a must-have for curious little explorers. 6+ months
Develops skills:
fine motor development, problem solving, sensory exploration, spatial reasoning, color recognition
Why we love it:
S’More Shapes Camping Adventure features vibrant colors and engaging textures, making learning about shapes a delightful outdoor adventure for curious little explorers.
Blue's Clues Shape-Sorting Adventure
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The Melissa & Doug Blue's Clues & You! Wooden Take-Along House Shape Sorter Activity Play Set invites preschoolers into a world of creative learning and fun. This engaging play set not only helps develop fine motor skills and color and shape recognition but also encourages problem-solving and social skills through interactive play. With its dual-purpose design that includes a puzzle and shape-sorting elements, it’s the perfect choice for parents looking to inspire confidence and spark curiosity in their little ones. 18 months to 4 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, shape recognition, problem solving, social skills
Why we love it:
Blue's Clues Shape-Sorting Adventure features a dual-purpose design that combines a puzzle and shape sorter, making learning playful and interactive for curious little minds.
Excellerations Shapes Walking Rope Adventure
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Excellerations Shapes Walking Rope for Kids Classroom Supplies invites children to embark on a delightful journey of learning! This colorful and engaging walking rope not only helps guide kids safely from one place to another, but it also serves as a dynamic tool for developing shape and color recognition skills. We love that it’s made from durable materials and is machine washable, making it perfect for repeated use in our busy classrooms or at home. Whether we're nurturing cooperation or encouraging active play, this walking rope adds a fun twist to learning foundational concepts! 3-6 years
Develops skills:
shape recognition, color recognition, cooperative play, large motor skills, directional awareness, gross motor skills
Why we love it:
Excellerations Shapes Walking Rope Adventure features durable, machine-washable materials that turn movement into a fun game of shapes and colors, making learning feel like playtime.
Engaging Sensory Activity Cube
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The Learning Journey: Pop & Discover Activity Cube is a vibrant, multi-textured toy designed for kids aged 12 months to 3 years. With its geometric shape sorter, elastic band sides, and bubble popper features, this sensory delight not only introduces colors and shapes but also builds essential motor skills and spatial awareness. Perfect for parents seeking a developmental gift, it aligns beautifully with STEM learning principles while encouraging tactile exploration and cause-and-effect understanding. 12 months to 3 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, shape recognition, tactile exploration, spatial awareness, cause-and-effect reasoning
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Engaging Sensory Activity Cube features vibrant, multi-textured designs that turn learning colors and shapes into a tactile adventure—who knew skill-building could be this much fun?
Sonic Shaped Mylar Balloon Fun
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GRABO Sonic Balloon adds a delightful twist to celebrations with its vibrant 27-inch sonic shape! This charming mylar balloon not only brings joy to any event but also sparks curiosity and imagination in children. As they engage in decorating, playing, and celebrating, little ones develop fine motor skills and learn about shapes and colors in a fun, interactive way. Parents will love that this unique balloon can be part of themed parties or educational activities, making learning feel like a celebration! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, shape identification, imaginative play, coordination, sensory exploration
Why we love it:
Sonic Shaped Mylar Balloon Fun features a vibrant 27-inch sonic shape that turns any celebration into a colorful learning experience, blending playtime with skill-building seamlessly.
Fun Shape Sorting Adventure for Babies
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The Melissa & Doug K's Kids Take-Along Shape Sorter Baby Toy is a delightful way to spark curiosity and learning in our littlest ones! With nine colorful, textured shape blocks and a padded case featuring two engaging activity sides, this toy encourages sensory exploration and fine motor skills while keeping our toddlers entertained during travel. The charming crinkly flaps reveal familiar images and matching shapes, creating an interactive learning experience every time they play. As parents and educators, we appreciate how this toy nurtures essential developmental skills while providing endless fun! Infants to 2 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, sensory exploration, shape recognition, problem solving, spatial reasoning, color identification
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Fun Shape Sorting Adventure for Babies features nine colorful, textured shape blocks that turn learning into a delightful travel companion, igniting curiosity and skill development on the go!
Halloween Foam Shapes for Creative Fun
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Colorations Halloween Foam Shapes are a fantastic way to spark creativity in our little ones! With 300 assorted pieces featuring delightful shapes like pumpkins, ghosts, and black cats, these non-adhesive foam shapes are perfect for crafting spooky Halloween decorations or unique cards. Not only do they encourage artistic expression, but they also enhance fine motor skills and foster imaginative play, making them an ideal choice for both home and classroom activities. Let’s make this Halloween season both educational and fun! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, artistic expression, imaginative play, critical thinking
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Halloween Foam Shapes for Creative Fun includes 300 assorted pieces that inspire creativity and fine motor skill development, making crafting spooky decorations a thrilling adventure for little hands.
Shape Sorting Sea Turtle Adventure
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The Learning Resources Seymour The Counting Shapes Sea Turtle is a delightful way for toddlers to explore shapes, colors, and counting! As little ones sort the baby sea turtles by shape and pop them onto Seymour's shell, they engage in fun, hands-on learning that enhances their fine motor skills and cognitive development. This eco-friendly toy, made from 70% post-consumer recycled plastic, not only teaches essential early learning concepts but also instills a love for sustainability. Parents and educators alike will appreciate the included Activity Guide packed with kid-friendly facts that enrich playtime with meaningful learning. 2-5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, shape recognition, color identification, counting, cognitive development
Why we love it:
Shape Sorting Sea Turtle Adventure features eco-friendly materials and enhances learning by transforming sorting shapes into an engaging ocean of fun and sustainability.
Sunshine Shape Sorter: Bright Learning Fun!
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Learning Resources Sunshine Shape Sorter is a delightful educational toy that brings sunshine into every playtime! Designed to help our little ones hit important developmental milestones, this shape sorter bolsters fine motor skills, number recognition, and color matching. As parents and educators, we cherish its thoughtful design that fosters whole-hand coordination in our toddlers, turning play into a powerful learning experience. Plus, with engaging parent guides included, we can easily turn our family playtime into enriching educational activities that spark curiosity and joy! 2-5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, number recognition, color matching, whole-hand coordination, spatial reasoning
Why we love it:
Sunshine Shape Sorter features engaging parent guides that help transform playtime into enriching learning moments, fostering curiosity while brightening our little ones' days.
Creative Color Patterns Unleashed
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Introducing the Melissa & Doug Pattern Blocks and Boards, a delightful way for kids aged 3 to 6 to explore shapes and colors while enhancing their spatial awareness! With 120 solid wood shapes and double-sided boards, children can engage in countless activities that develop problem-solving skills, boost hand-eye coordination, and ignite creativity. This classic toy not only sparks joy in playtime but also lays a solid foundation for early math and critical thinking skills. 3-6 years
Develops skills:
spatial awareness, problem solving, creativity, fine motor skills, color recognition, critical thinking
Why we love it:
We love the Melissa & Doug Pattern Blocks and Boards not just because they’re a beautiful explosion of color, but because they transform play into a masterclass in creativity and logic! Watching our little ones get lost in their own pattern-making worlds feels like witnessing the birth of a tiny Picasso. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to sneak in those early math concepts while keeping our floors mess-free—at least until snack time!
Translucent Geometry Shapes for Creative Learning
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Miniland Translucent Geometry Shapes with 40 Pieces is the perfect resource for sparking creativity and curiosity in young minds! This vibrant set encourages our little explorers to experiment with shapes, colors, and patterns while developing essential early math skills. With 12 engaging activity cards included, our children can immerse themselves in hands-on learning that not only captivates their attention but also enhances spatial awareness and critical thinking. Ideal for use on light tables, this collection makes learning feel like an exciting adventure at every turn! 3-6 years
Develops skills:
spatial reasoning, critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, color recognition, early math skills
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Translucent Geometry Shapes for Creative Learning includes 40 vibrant pieces that transform math into a colorful, hands-on adventure, making early learning both engaging and visually delightful.
Engaging Number Bean Bags for Active Learning
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Cre8tive Minds Number Bean Bags for Kids are a fantastic way to transform playtime into an educational adventure! These vibrant, colorful bean bags make learning math fun through toss games and motor skills activities. Perfectly sized for little hands, they help develop coordination while also promoting color and shape recognition in a playful environment. As fellow parents and educators, we appreciate how these versatile bags encourage both indoor and outdoor learning, fostering active play and joyful discovery for children of all ages. 2-5 years
Develops skills:
motor skills, number recognition, coordination, color recognition, shape recognition, active play
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Engaging Number Bean Bags for Active Learning are perfectly sized for little hands and transform math into a toss-worthy adventure, turning every throw into a fun learning opportunity.
Lights & Sounds Shape Sorter Fun
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The Nothing But Fun Toys Lights & Sounds Shape Sorter is uniquely crafted for children aged 9+ months, providing a delightful fusion of play and learning. With its colorful shapes, engaging sounds, and interactive language features, this toy enhances fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and cognitive development—making it an excellent choice for parents seeking educational play. Comprehensive in its design, it introduces little ones to multiple languages while keeping their imaginations buzzing through active exploration. 9+ months
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, cognitive development, language skills, problem solving, sensory exploration
Why we love it:
Lights & Sounds Shape Sorter Fun features colorful shapes and engaging sounds that turn learning into a lively adventure, giving our little ones a head start on language and exploration.
Little Buffalo Wooden Puzzles for Active Learners
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The Little Buffalo Wooden Puzzles 4 Pack is a delightful educational tool that transforms learning into an adventure! With 53 durable pieces and peekaboo illustrations beneath letters, numbers, vehicles, and shapes, these puzzles engage toddlers in a hands-on experience. Designed to nurture essential skills like letter and number recognition, color identification, and shape differentiation, this set encourages interactive play while building a strong foundation for early education. Each time they lift a piece, your little one uncovers hidden surprises, making learning even more exciting and memorable! 2-5 years
Develops skills:
letter recognition, number recognition, color identification, shape differentiation, fine motor skills
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Little Buffalo Wooden Puzzles for Active Learners include 53 durable pieces that make each learning moment an exciting discovery, combining fun and foundational skills beautifully.
Create Fun Sand Art Sets
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Made By Me Create Your Own Sand Art is an exciting way for kids ages 6 to 9 to dive into creative expression! This engaging kit encourages young artists to develop their fine motor skills and color theory knowledge as they layer vibrant sands into delightful shapes. With 6 uniquely-shaped bottles and 8 bright colors, children can explore patterns and unleash their imagination, making it a fantastic activity for playdates and parties alike. 6-9 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color theory, creative expression, pattern recognition, tactile exploration, social skills
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Create Fun Sand Art Sets includes 6 uniquely-shaped bottles that transform messy sand into art, making creativity a colorful adventure and ensuring no two creations are alike.