Toys That Will Make Kids Fall in Love with Food Science

B. toys – Play Food & Basket is the perfect set for sparking your little one's culinary imagination! With 18 vibrant pieces of play food, from luscious fruits to savory proteins, kids can dive into the world of cooking and nutrition. 2+ years

Carson Dellosa 29pc Mini Maker Food Science Kit is a delightful blend of fun and learning that will keep our kids engaged for hours! Designed for curious minds in grade 2 and up, this kit empowers them to explore STEM concepts through hands-on experiments like creating super goo and bubbly lemonade. With essential supplies like experiment cards, a mini journal, and stickers, our young scientists can develop critical thinking skills and creativity while having a blast. 2-5 years

Learning Resources New Sprouts Classroom Play Food Set is a delightful way to inspire your little ones' imaginations while teaching them about healthy eating! With 100 pieces of delicious-looking play food, toddlers can dive into dramatic play that encourages vocabulary development and social interaction. The soft, durable plastic is just the right size for tiny hands, allowing multiple kids to explore together and learn the value of teamwork. 18+ months

The Step2 101-Piece Play Food Assortment is the ultimate pretend kitchen playset that inspires creativity and imaginative play for toddlers ages 2-6. This vibrant collection of fruits, vegetables, and desserts supports fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities, ensuring fun-filled hours of learning through play. It's a perfect way for little chefs to explore their culinary ideas while strengthening their muscles and enhancing their social skills in a playful environment. 2-6 years

Learning Resources New Sprouts Complete Play Food Set invites our little chefs to explore a world of healthy eating habits and creativity! This 50-piece collection not only entertains but also teaches kids about nutrition, colors, and vocabulary as they play. Each durable piece, from the pancake to the strawberry, is designed for tiny hands, ensuring endless fun while fostering important developmental skills. 2+ years

Melissa & Doug Fun Food Combine & Dine is a delightful 18-piece play food set designed to spark imagination and nurture essential skills in young children. We love how this realistic play food encourages our little ones to role-play, promoting creativity and social interaction as they prepare well-balanced pretend meals. Not only does it enhance fine motor skills as they grasp and manipulate each piece, but it also introduces early concepts of nutrition. 2-6 years

The Melissa & Doug Food Groups Wooden Play Food set ignites a passion for healthy eating and imaginative play in children aged 3 and up. This beautifully crafted, hand-painted wooden food assortment not only introduces the basics of nutrition but also enhances early number skills, color recognition, and sorting abilities, making it a wonderful tool for holistic development. With four handy crates for organization, kids can dive into delicious pretend meals while fostering critical thinking and organizational skills. 3+ years

Learning Resources New Sprouts Munch It! Pretend Play Food invites toddlers to dive into a world of imaginative play where familiar foods like mac & cheese and cookies spark creativity. This vibrant 20-piece set encourages young ones to explore early vocabulary, model mealtime routines, and develop social skills as they engage in cooperative play. 18 months +

Jonti-Craft 2411JC Culinary Creations Play Kitchen is the perfect platform for our little chefs to unleash their imaginations! This delightful four-piece set—complete with a refrigerator, sink, stove, and cupboard—offers hands-on interaction that sparks creativity and encourages role play. As educators and parents, we know that engaging in pretend cooking not only fosters imaginative skills but also helps develop fine motor skills and social interaction as children collaborate in their culinary adventures. 3-7 years

Battat – Play Food Toy for Kids turns every little kitchen into a bustling farmer's market! This delightful 37-piece food playset not only sparks imagination but also builds essential social and language skills through pretend play. As kids chop, slice, and serve a variety of fruits and vegetables, they enhance their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, all while having fun. 2+ years

Totally Gross: The Game of Science makes learning an absolute blast for both kids and parents! This award-winning game transforms science concepts into delightful challenges, sparking curiosity and laughter as families dive into biology, chemistry, and more. With 140 question cards, players of all ages engage in wacky trivia and hilarious tasks that enhance critical thinking and teamwork skills. 8+ years

Fisher-Price Preschool Kitchen Playset Laugh & Learn 123 Follow The Recipe Meal Kit is a delightful way for our little ones to explore their culinary creativity! This interactive cooking set is packed with over 125 songs and sounds that make pretend play both educational and fun. As kids follow recipe cards using the electronic tablet, they gain essential skills like following directions, understanding fractions, and even nutritional concepts. 3+ years

The Learning Resources Serve It Up! Play Restaurant set is a delightful way for kids aged 3 and up to dive into the world of pretend play! Packed with 35 pieces showcasing breakfast and dinner favorites, this set sparks imagination while introducing valuable lessons in restaurant etiquette, counting, and social skills. 3+ years

Little Tikes® 3-in-1 Garden to Table Market Pretend Garden Food Growing and Cooking Toy Role Play Kitchen Playset is a delightful way for kids to explore the joys of gardening and cooking! This vibrant playset fosters imaginative play through role-playing as farmers, chefs, and shopkeepers. As children dive into activities like planting flowers, weighing produce, and preparing meals, they're also developing essential skills in teamwork, creativity, and even basic math through the interactive credit card reader. 2-5 years

The Purple Cow The Crazy Scientist Tricks Card Set is an exciting gateway into the world of science right in your kitchen! Packed with 20 engaging experiments, this compact tin invites our kids to explore curiosity and creativity while developing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Imagine the joy on their faces as they create a green sunny side-up egg or discover how to poke a skewer into a balloon without bursting it! 6+ years

Play-Doh Kitchen Creations Busy Chef's Restaurant Playset invites young chefs to dive into a world of culinary adventure! As kids whip up burgers, pizzas, and more, they're not just having fun—they're developing fine motor skills, creativity, and teamwork. This interactive two-sided play kitchen encourages social play as children share their deliciously crafted dishes with friends. 3+ years

The Melissa & Doug Slice and Toss Salad Play Food Set ignites creativity and healthy eating habits in children ages 3 to 6. This engaging toy encourages hands-on play, enhancing fine motor skills through slicing and mixing while introducing concepts of nutrition and meal preparation. It’s a fun way for young learners to explore teamwork and sharing as they create their delicious pretend salads! 3-6 years

The Melissa & Doug Fridge Food Wooden Play Food Set is a delightful way to inspire creativity in young chefs! This engaging 9-piece play food collection allows kids ages 3 and up to embark on imaginative culinary adventures right in their play kitchens. Not only does it encourage role-playing, but it also promotes essential skills like shape and color recognition, and even number awareness as they 'shop' for meals. 3+ years

Chop n' Play Fruits is a delightful wooden play food set that invites our little chefs to explore creativity in the kitchen. With six sliceable fruits—like a vibrant watermelon slice and crunchy apple—kids will engage their senses while developing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. This interactive playset not only encourages imaginative role-play but also teaches kids about healthy foods and sharing, making it a perfect addition to our educational toolbox. 2+ years

B. toys – Play Kitchen Accessories is the perfect way to ignite your little one's imagination in the kitchen! With 33 colorful and realistic pieces, this play set encourages creative role-play while helping children develop essential skills like fine motor coordination and social interaction. 3+ years

BIERUM Play Kitchen sparks creativity and playful learning in young minds! This beautifully crafted playset not only immerses toddlers in hours of imaginative cooking but also helps develop critical life skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and fine motor skills. With realistic lights and sounds, along with 26 included food and cookware accessories, children can explore the joys of cooking while honing their social skills through pretend play. 3+ years

Battat Education – Stir & Sort Food Court Play Food Set is a delightful way to spark your child’s imagination while bolstering their fine motor skills! With 102 pieces, including colorful play food, tongs, plates, and recipe cards, this set encourages little ones to explore color sorting and hand-eye coordination in a fun, engaging manner. As parents and educators, we love that the included play guide presents a variety of educational games to keep kids entertained and learning. 3+ years

The Learning Resources New Sprouts Farm-to-Table Fresh Market set is an enticing collection of 27 play food pieces designed for little chefs aged 18 months and up. This delightful set sparks imaginative play, encourages vocabulary development, and introduces essential concepts of healthy eating through the lens of a familiar grocery store experience. From crackable eggs to a trendy charcuterie board, your child can explore various food groups and culinary arts while developing fine motor skills and social interaction as they recreate real-life scenarios. 18 months+

The Melissa & Doug Wooden Pantry Products Play Food Set is a delightful way to spark creative kitchen adventures for kids 3 and up. This beautifully hand-painted wooden play food encourages imaginative play, enhances storytelling skills, and fosters an understanding of everyday dining items. It’s an excellent choice for parents and educators looking to enrich pretend play and promote fine motor development in a fun, engaging way. 3+ years

Melissa & Doug Chef's Wooden Pretend Play Kitchen for Kids with “Ice” Cube Dispenser is an exciting addition to our playtime routine! This beautifully designed kitchen not only sparks imaginative cooking adventures but also encourages social skills as multiple little chefs can collaborate in their culinary creations. With features like a working ice dispenser and spinning microwave plate, our children engage in fine motor skills and problem-solving as they discover cause and effect in a fun, hands-on environment. 3-6 years

Mini Brands Foodie Series 2 Food Court Playset invites kids to enter a world of creativity and role-play! This engaging set is perfect for sparking imagination as children create their own dining experiences with realistic mini fast food brands. Through play, they develop essential skills like fine motor coordination, social interaction, and even an early sense of entrepreneurship as they 'manage' their food court. 4-12 years

Melissa & Doug Wooden Sandwich-Making Pretend Play Food Set is more than just a fun toy—it's a gateway to imaginative play and vital skill development! With 16 vibrant wooden ingredients, our little chefs can stack their sandwiches any way they like, fostering creativity and enhancing fine motor skills. Watch as your child delights in the satisfying 'crunch' sound when they slice their creations apart with the included wooden knife, promoting hand-eye coordination and independent play. 3+ years

Learning Resources New Sprouts Healthy Snack Set is the perfect way to introduce toddlers to the joys of healthy eating! This colorful and crush-resistant play food not only sparks imaginative play but also encourages discussions about nutrition and good eating habits. As we watch our little ones sort, stack, and serve this delightful assortment of soft foods, we see them developing fine motor skills and social interaction skills—ideal for preschool learning! 18+ months

The Melissa & Doug Fridge Fillers Grocery Play Food Cartons set brings the excitement of the grocery store right into your child's play kitchen! This wooden toy grocery set includes 8 realistic cartons and packages, perfect for imaginative play that develops essential skills. As our little ones engage in shopping, cooking, and serving, they practice hand-eye coordination, improve their matching abilities, and enjoy independent play—always a win in our book! 3+ years

University Games, Scholastic Totally Gross Game of Science Including Real Slime is a delightful way to introduce children to the wonders of science! Designed for ages 6 and up, this engaging game combines learning with fun, featuring 50 Totally Gross cards that spark curiosity across a variety of scientific fields—from biology to astronomy. With 280 activities and simple investigations that kids can perform with everyday items, they not only learn but also develop critical thinking and hands-on skills. 6+ years