A fun set of tools for kids to create their own smart dough creations.
Delightful Doughnuts for Early Learning
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Learning Resources Smart Snacks Stack 'em Up Doughnuts is a playful way for toddlers aged 18+ months to engage in stacking and sorting activities. This vibrant 7-piece set not only stimulates fine motor skills but also enriches color recognition and basic counting, making learning as delicious as a donut! It's an engaging educational tool that parents and educators will appreciate for encouraging developmental growth through hands-on play. 18+ months
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, basic counting, problem solving, social skills
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Delightful Doughnuts for Early Learning features a vibrant 7-piece set that turns stacking and sorting into a scrumptious adventure, making essential skills feel just like playtime.
Inspiring Creativity with Dough Tools
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READY 2 LEARN Dough Tools bring a world of imagination right to your child's fingertips! This delightful set of six sturdy, kid-friendly tools is perfect for sparking young minds and encouraging creative expression. As our little ones roll, cut, mold, and flatten, they’re not just having fun; they're developing fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and a love for arts and crafts. With non-toxic materials designed for durability, these tools promise years of joyful crafting adventures at home or in the classroom. 2-5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, problem solving, spatial reasoning, artistic expression
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Inspiring Creativity with Dough Tools includes six sturdy, kid-friendly tools that turn everyday dough into a masterpiece, helping kids unleash their imagination while enhancing vital skills.
Creative Dough Playset for Little Artists
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The Melissa & Doug Created by Me! Cut, Sculpt, and Roll Modeling Dough Kit is designed to inspire creativity in children while teaching essential skills. With a variety of tools and vibrant colors, this kit enhances fine motor skills, color recognition, and imaginative play, making it a favorite among parents and educators alike. As kids roll, cut, and sculpt, they develop coordination and artistic expression, setting the stage for a world of creativity and exploration. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, imaginative play, coordination, artistic expression
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Creative Dough Playset for Little Artists comes with a variety of tools, sparking creativity while helping little hands practice cutting, rolling, and sculpting their wildest dreams.
Colorations Gluten-Free Classic Play Dough
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Colorations Wheat & Gluten Free Classic Dough is an exciting 8-piece sensory kit that invites children to explore their creativity through hands-on play. Each 2-ounce resealable tub of vibrant colors—ranging from sunny yellow to calming purple—allows kids to mold, sculpt, and mix their masterpieces, promoting fine motor skills and imaginative thinking. This non-toxic, gluten-free dough is perfect for classroom activities or family fun, ensuring that every child can enjoy the tactile learning experience worry-free. As we engage in play, we also foster essential STEM skills, making this dough a fantastic addition to any educational toolkit! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, sensory exploration, imaginative thinking, tactile learning
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Colorations Gluten-Free Classic Play Dough comes in eight vibrant 2-ounce tubs, sparking endless creativity while keeping playtime safe and mess-free for everyone involved.
Inspire Creativity with Dough Roller Set
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READY 2 LEARN Dough Roller and Cutters is a delightful set that transforms playtime into an enriching learning experience! With 17 exciting tools, including a chunky rolling pin and a vibrant assortment of cookie cutters shaped like flowers, butterflies, and airplanes, kids can unleash their imaginations while developing fine motor skills. Crafting not only engages little hands but also encourages storytelling and creative expression, making it perfect for home, classrooms, or playdates. Built to last with kid-friendly, non-toxic materials, this set invites endless hours of fun and learning for our little ones aged 18 months and up! 18 months+
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, storytelling, hand-eye coordination, tactile exploration, imaginative play
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Inspire Creativity with Dough Roller Set includes 17 exciting tools that turn playtime into a hands-on learning festival, sparking both imagination and fine motor development!
Creative Play with Super Soft Modeling Dough
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Faber-Castell Little Creatives Super Soft Modeling Dough is a fantastic way to inspire young imaginations and foster essential skills! This colorful kit not only provides endless hours of creative fun but also encourages fine motor development and pre-writing skills as little hands shape, mold, and blend vibrant colors. With 12 non-toxic colors, including neon shades, and handy sculpting tools, playtime becomes an opportunity for learning through touch-based exploration. Plus, the resealable tubs make clean-up a breeze, so we can focus on nurturing our children's creativity without the hassle! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, pre-writing skills, color recognition, tactile exploration
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Creative Play with Super Soft Modeling Dough includes 12 vibrant, non-toxic colors that transform imaginative ideas into colorful creations while helping little hands strengthen their dexterity.
Robotics Smart Machines for Kids
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The Thames & Kosmos Robotics Smart Machines: Tracks & Treads kit provides an exciting gateway into the fascinating world of robotics for children 8 and up. With 197 building pieces and a vibrant, user-friendly visual programming app, kids can build and code their own robots, developing critical STEM skills like problem-solving and logical thinking in a fun and interactive way. The included 60-page illustrated manual not only guides them through assembly but also enriches their knowledge about robotics, making it a standout choice for parents looking to inspire creativity and tech-savviness in their children. 8+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, logical thinking, creativity, engineering, computer programming, teamwork
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Robotics Smart Machines for Kids includes 197 building pieces and a user-friendly programming app, making it a perfect way for kids to explore robotics while honing critical STEM skills.
Farmers Market Fun: Sensory Play Kit
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Creativity for Kids Sensory On The Go: Farmers Market is the perfect way to spark your little one's imagination while reinforcing essential developmental skills. This delightful sensory kit transforms playtime into an exciting learning experience that engages toddlers' senses with colorful scented dough and mini fruits and veggies. Whether we’re at home or on the move, it's a fantastic tool for nurturing creativity, fine motor skills, and social play as children pretend to shop and explore their own farmers market. Plus, it's all conveniently packed in a portable box that makes clean-up a breeze! 3-5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, sensory exploration, social play, imaginative role-playing, problem solving
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Farmers Market Fun: Sensory Play Kit comes with colorful scented dough and mini fruits and veggies, making pretend shopping a delightful way to boost our little ones' creativity and engagement.
Dinosaur Adventure Play-Doh Pack
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Play-Doh Dinosaur Theme 13-Pack of Non-Toxic Modeling Compound offers an exciting way for our little ones to explore their creativity while learning! This engaging set encourages imaginative play and helps develop fine motor skills as they squish, mold, and cut with colorful dough. With dinosaur-themed cutters and tools, this pack transforms learning into a Jurassic adventure where they can construct their own prehistoric world. Plus, it’s an eco-friendly choice with its recyclable packaging – because we care about our planet just as much as our kids do! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative play, creativity, problem solving, sensory exploration
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Dinosaur Adventure Play-Doh Pack includes 13 colorful, non-toxic modeling compounds for crafting a prehistoric world, turning creativity into a dino-sized adventure that’s safe for our little ones.
Elmer’s Stretch 'N Create Dough Fun
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Elmer’s Stretch 'N Create Dough Kit is the perfect hands-on adventure for little creators! This all-inclusive kit not only sparks creativity but also enhances fine motor skills and encourages imaginative play. With three exciting phases of mixing, stretching, and decorating, our kids can immerse themselves in a sensory experience that promotes learning through play. Plus, the stick-resistant dough means fewer messes for us to worry about, making this an ideal birthday gift or classroom activity for summer fun! 4-10 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, sensory exploration, imaginative play, problem solving, critical thinking
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Elmer’s Stretch 'N Create Dough Fun features stick-resistant dough that lets kids unleash their creativity without leaving a trail of goo behind, making cleanup a breeze for busy parents.
Engaging Go! Go! Smart Wheels Police Car
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The VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Police Car is the ultimate tool for sparking a child's imagination while instilling essential learning concepts for ages 2-5. Engaging with this friendly little vehicle not only offers a delightful way to explore the world of pretend play but also teaches toddlers the letter 'P' and the vehicle's name. With its perfectly sized design for little hands and an interactive light-up driver button, this police car activates sounds, music, and learning opportunities that make education fun and exciting. Parents can feel confident that as their children play, they are developing key skills through hands-on exploration and creative play. 2-5 years
Develops skills:
imaginative play, letter recognition, auditory skills, fine motor skills, problem solving
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Engaging Go! Go! Smart Wheels Police Car features an interactive light-up driver button that turns learning letters and sounds into a fun, hands-on adventure for little ones.
Elmer’s Stretch 'N Create Dough Delight
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Elmer’s Stretch 'N Create Dough Kit is the ultimate creative adventure for little hands! It not only provides a fantastic way to unleash imaginative play but also fosters fine motor skills, creativity, and sensory exploration. With three engaging phases—mixing, stretching, and shaping—kids can dive into a world of art while learning the joy of creation and patience as their masterpiece hardens. Perfect for birthday gifts or school activities, this all-in-one kit will keep children engaged and excited about crafting all summer long! 5-10 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, sensory exploration, patience, problem solving
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Elmer’s Stretch 'N Create Dough Delight comes with three engaging phases that transform crafting into a hands-on journey, turning little artists into patient creators with every stretch and shape.
Unlock Creativity with Green Toys Dough
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Green Toys Dough, Assorted 4-Pack is a fantastic resource for fostering creativity and fine motor skill development in our little ones! This multi-color, pliable dough set allows kids to mold, shape, and create their imaginations' landscapes while enhancing their dexterity and hand strength. As parents and educators, we know how crucial it is to support imaginative play and hands-on learning, and this eco-friendly toy makes it a blast. Packed in a compact box, it’s perfect for home or classroom, offering endless opportunities for artistic exploration! 2-5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, hand strength, imaginative play, dexterity
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Unlock Creativity with Green Toys Dough includes an assorted 4-pack of multi-color, pliable dough that inspires hands-on learning and endless artistic exploration for kids.
Creative Fun with Green Toys Dough Set
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Green Toys Toy Maker Dough Set opens the door to a world of creativity and tactile learning! As parents and educators, we know that hands-on play is crucial for developing fine motor skills, imagination, and problem-solving abilities in our little ones. This eco-friendly dough set encourages kids to express themselves while engaging in constructive play, making it a delightful addition to our daily activities. Choose this set for a fun and educational experience that not only sparks joy but also nurtures essential skills as children mold and create their unique masterpieces. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, problem solving, tactile learning, imaginative play
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Creative Fun with Green Toys Dough Set includes eco-friendly dough that invites kids to mold and create, blending fun with essential skill-building in a delightful way.
Celebrate Diversity with Colors Like Me Dough
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Colors Like Me Dough is an incredible way for kids to explore creativity while embracing the beauty of diversity! This unique, wheat and gluten-free modeling dough comes in ten realistic skin-tone colors, allowing children to express themselves and the world around them. As they squish, mold, and sculpt this non-toxic dough, they're not just having fun—they're also developing vital fine-motor skills and hand strength essential for their growth. Perfect for classrooms, playdates, or just a fun afternoon at home, this sensory kit invites endless imaginative play and learning opportunities. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, sensory exploration, color recognition, social skills
Why we love it:
Celebrate Diversity with Colors Like Me Dough features ten realistic skin-tone colors, making it a colorful, hands-on way for kids to learn about diversity while strengthening their fine motor skills.
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
Why we love it:
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.
Neon Dough for Creative Learning Fun
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Colorations Wheat & Gluten Free Neon Dough is a must-have for sparking creativity in kids! With six vibrant, 2-ounce tubs, this sensory kit invites children to mold, sculpt, and experiment, all while developing fine motor skills and artistic expression. As fellow parents and educators, we know how important it is to find safe, non-toxic materials that are free from common allergens, making this dough perfect for every child. Watch as little hands mix colors and create amazing 3-D art, turning playtime into a truly educational experience! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, artistic expression, color mixing, sensory exploration, creative thinking
Why we love it:
Neon Dough for Creative Learning Fun comes with six vibrant, 2-ounce tubs that transform playtime into colorful art sessions, encouraging young imaginations to run wild.
Creative Fun with Stretch 'N Create Dough
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Elmer's Stretch 'N Create Dough Kit invites kids into a world of creativity and learning through play. This hands-on activity not only enhances fine motor skills and encourages imaginative thinking, but also fosters collaboration in group settings like birthday parties or classrooms. With three fun phases—mixing, stretching, and decorating—children dive into sensory exploration while crafting unique keychains and ornaments they'll be proud of! 5+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative thinking, collaboration, sensory exploration, creative expression
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Creative Fun with Stretch 'N Create Dough invites kids to mix and stretch as they craft unique keychains, turning playdates into colorful masterpieces and sparking their creativity.
Unleash Creativity with Crayola Dough!
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Crayola Assorted Dough Classpack with Tools is the perfect fun-filled resource for sparking your child's imagination and creativity! With 24 tubs of vibrant, non-toxic dough in 8 fabulous colors, kids can explore endless possibilities, shaping letters, numbers, and animals with the included molds and tools. This delightful hands-on activity not only entertains but also enhances fine motor skills and cognitive development—making learning fun! Whether in a classroom or at home, every child can unleash their inner artist while developing essential skills. 2+ years
Develops skills:
creativity, fine motor skills, cognitive development, spatial awareness, imaginative play
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Unleash Creativity with Crayola Dough! includes 24 vibrant tubs that turn learning into an artful mess of fun, stimulating both imagination and dexterity.
Unlock Creativity with Dough Tool Set
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Creativity Street Dough Tool Set is a delightful collection that transforms playtime into a hands-on learning experience! With five essential tools—including rollers, cutters, and molders—children can unleash their imagination while developing fine motor skills and spatial awareness. As we mold, shape, and create, we're not just having fun; we're exploring tactile learning and boosting creativity in every colorful squish and roll! This set is perfect for educators and parents who want to spark artistic expression while fostering essential developmental skills. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, spatial awareness, creativity, tactile learning, problem solving
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Unlock Creativity with Dough Tool Set includes five essential tools that make molding and shaping not just fun, but a whimsical way to develop artistic skills and dexterity.
Crayola Orange Dough: Colorful Creativity Awaits!
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Crayola Orange Dough is the perfect tool to ignite your child’s imagination! With its soft texture and vibrant color, it gives little hands the freedom to mold, shape, and create to their heart's content. This dough not only entertains but also fosters fine motor skills, enhancing hand-eye coordination and creativity. Plus, the resealable bucket ensures that the dough stays fresh for countless hours of fun and learning—ideal for playdates or solo crafting moments! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creativity, problem solving, sensory exploration
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Crayola Orange Dough comes in a resealable bucket to keep the fun fresh, encouraging endless creativity while building essential motor skills—all without the mess of paint!
Softee Dough Diner: Creative Fun Awaits!
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Softee Dough Mr. Dough Dough’s Diner Playset is the perfect gateway for little chefs to explore their creativity! This engaging playset encourages imaginative play while developing fine motor skills as kids shape and mold delicious-looking treats. With tools to create everything from pizzas to ice cream, children enhance their color recognition and mixing skills, all while enjoying endless fun. We love how it sparks conversation and collaboration, making it a fantastic addition to playdates and family fun! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative play, color recognition, creative thinking, social skills
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Softee Dough Diner: Creative Fun Awaits! features tools for making everything from pizzas to ice cream, turning playtime into a delicious adventure in creativity and collaboration.
Hygloss Play Dough for Creative Minds
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Hygloss Play Modeling Dough for Kids is the perfect tool for sparking creativity in young learners! This non-toxic, unscented dough offers endless opportunities for hands-on exploration and imaginative play. With its soft, stretchy texture, children can easily mold, sculpt, and create, all while developing fine motor skills and enhancing sensory experiences. Whether at home or in the classroom, this vibrant play dough is a must-have for engaging group activities and fostering artistic talents in little ones. 3-5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, sensory development, problem solving, imaginative play, social interaction
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Hygloss Play Dough for Creative Minds is a vibrant, non-toxic dough that inspires endless creativity, allowing little hands to sculpt while enhancing their sensory experiences and fine motor skills.
Hygloss Play Modeling Dough for Kids
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Hygloss Play Modeling Dough for Kids is a fantastic sensory tool that sparks creativity and imagination! Made from non-toxic, food-grade ingredients, this vibrant turquoise dough encourages children to engage in hands-on learning experiences while developing fine motor skills through rolling, pressing, and sculpting. Perfect for both classroom and home activities, it enhances sensory exploration and promotes collaborative play—ideal for little artists with sensitivities to scents. Join us in nurturing creativity and learning through play with this safe and delightful modeling dough! 2-5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, sensory exploration, creativity, collaboration, imaginative play
Why we love it:
Hygloss Play Modeling Dough for Kids is made from non-toxic, food-grade ingredients, making it a safe and vibrant canvas for little artists to unleash their creativity and enhance fine motor skills.
Vibrant Dough for Creative Learning
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The Colorations Wheat & Gluten Free Dough Variety Pack is a colorful explosion of creativity and sensory fun! Each of the 14 colors in resealable tubs invites children to mold, squish, and sculpt 3-D masterpieces while developing fine motor skills and sparking imaginative play. As parents and educators, we know the therapeutic effects play dough has, providing not just an enjoyable experience but also a wonderful calm-down tool for kids. This non-toxic, allergen-free dough is an ideal choice for classrooms, parties, or simply an afternoon of learning through play. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creative thinking, sensory play, imaginative play, hand strength, color recognition
Why we love it:
Vibrant Dough for Creative Learning includes 14 resealable tubs that unleash a colorful world of sculpting, transforming playtime into a squishy, skill-building adventure for kids.
Engaging Creativity with Crayola Dough
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Crayola BIN570016 Super Soft Modeling Dough is the perfect tool to inspire creativity and learning in young minds. This delightful pack of six assorted colors is not only easy to work with but also specially developed for early learning. As parents and educators, we see how this dough encourages fine motor skills through hands-on play, enhancing dexterity and coordination. Plus, its wheat-based formula ensures a safe, enjoyable experience for little hands as they explore and create masterpieces! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, problem solving, hand-eye coordination, sensory exploration
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Engaging Creativity with Crayola Dough features six assorted colors that unleash little imaginations while enhancing their dexterity—talk about a masterpiece in the making!
Hygloss Play Dough: Celebrate Diversity Creatively!
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Hygloss Play Modeling Dough for Kids is a fantastic way to engage young minds in creative play while celebrating diversity! With six realistic skin-tone colors, this non-toxic dough encourages children to explore different cultures and create lifelike figures that tell their own unique stories. As we roll, shape, and mold, our little ones are not only developing fine motor skills but also gaining an appreciation for inclusivity and representation in their artistic expressions. Perfect for both home and classroom activities, this play dough is a delightful tool for enhancing sensory experiences and sparking imaginative adventures! 3-6 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, cultural appreciation, sensory exploration, imaginative play
Why we love it:
Hygloss Play Dough features six realistic skin-tone colors, inviting kids to explore diversity while molding their own stories—turning playtime into a colorful tapestry of inclusivity.
Explore Chemistry with Bubble Dough Lab
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Science Academy: Deluxe Bubble Dough Lab invites your kids into the colorful world of chemistry, where learning meets play! This engaging kit provides everything needed to spark curiosity and creativity, from sodium bicarbonate to biodegradable glitter, allowing your young scientists to explore essential concepts while having endless fun. With step-by-step instructions, they can create five unique bubble bars that will not only entertain but also foster skills in measurement, experimentation, and even a bit of artistry. As parents and educators, we appreciate how this hands-on experience nurtures a love for science, making it a perfect gift or classroom activity that combines learning with joy. 8+ years
Develops skills:
measurement, experimentation, creativity, observation, problem solving
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Explore Chemistry with Bubble Dough Lab allows young scientists to create five unique bubble bars, turning the joy of chemistry into a colorful, hands-on adventure that sparks curiosity.
Creative Dough Extruders for Kids
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READY 2 LEARN Dough Extruders are the perfect tools for young artists itching to express their creativity. Designed for ages 2 and up, these vibrant extruders not only foster imaginative play but also boost fine motor skills, hand strength, and pattern recognition as children press dough into delightful shapes like stars and hearts. With durable, non-toxic materials, parents can feel good about providing a safe outlet for hands-on, screen-free fun that sparks joy in every squish and squeeze! 2+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand strength, pattern recognition, imaginative play, creative expression
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Creative Dough Extruders for Kids feature vibrant designs that invite little hands to shape, squish, and create, transforming a simple activity into a joyful exploration of creativity.
Unleash Creativity with Palm Dough Rollers
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READY 2 LEARN Palm Dough Rollers ignite a world of imagination for our little artists! These easy-to-hold tools empower children to explore texture and pattern while developing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. With three unique patterns to experiment with, our kids can turn ordinary dough or paint into masterpieces that tell their unique stories. Perfect for DIY projects, these quality rollers make cleanup a breeze, allowing for more creative playtime and less hassle for us parents! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creativity, texture exploration, pattern recognition, imaginative play
Why we love it:
Unleash Creativity with Palm Dough Rollers features three unique patterns, making cleanup a breeze while nurturing our little artists' creativity and fine motor skills.