Toys That Develop Design Thinking
Kaleidoscope Making Kit for Creativity
The 4M Kidzlabs Kaleidoscope Making Kit invites children to explore the fascinating world of optical light physics while expressing their creativity! Perfect for ages 7 and up, this hands-on experience allows kids to build and customize their own kaleidoscope in four different styles, fostering fine motor skills and imaginative thinking. As young creators experiment with colors and designs, they’ll also gain insights into the science of light and reflection, making learning both engaging and fun! 7+ years
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Kaleidoscope Making Kit for Creativity offers four different styles to customize, making science dazzlingly fun as kids learn about light while exercising their artistic skills.
Creative Fashion Designer Craft Kit
The Creativity for Kids Designed by You Fashion Studio is a remarkable DIY Fashion Designer Craft Kit for girls aged 9 and up. This kit invites young fashionistas to explore their creativity, enhance their design skills, and develop a keen sense of style as they sketch and sew their own dreamy outfits. With over 50 pieces, including fabric samples and a dress mannequin, it’s an incredible way to nurture artistic expression and fine motor skills while having hours of imaginative fun. We, as parents and educators, see this as an enriching gift that inspires confidence and self-expression through the art of fashion design! 9+ years
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Creative Fashion Designer Craft Kit includes over 50 pieces, allowing kids to unleash their inner designer and explore fashion in a fun, hands-on way.
Fashion Angels Fashion Design Portfolio
The Fashion Angels Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio is a delightful introduction for our kids ages 6 and up to the exciting world of fashion design! Packed with 40 sketch sheets featuring pre-printed silhouettes, this sketchbook makes drawing easy and accessible for budding designers. Alongside removable stencils and colorful stickers, children can explore their creativity and develop artistic skills while having fun creating unique outfits and looks. It’s a wonderful way to foster confidence, self-expression, and artistic exploration, making it the perfect gift for young trendsetters! 6+ years
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Fashion Angels Fashion Design Portfolio includes 40 sketch sheets with pre-printed silhouettes, making it a fabulous way for kids to unleash their inner designer and boost their confidence.
Ignite Imagination with LED Light Kit
The E-flite Clear LED Solid 2 Universal Light Kit lights up creativity for children interested in cars and airplanes. This innovative kit not only enhances playtime by adding dazzling effects but also promotes skills in engineering, problem-solving, and design. By integrating these LED lights into their vehicles, kids can explore the basics of electronics while enjoying a hands-on approach to learning, making it a fantastic resource for both parents and educators. 8+ years
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Ignite Imagination with LED Light Kit transforms vehicles with dazzling effects, turning playtime into a vibrant exploration of engineering and design that sparks creativity in kids.
Creative Knitting Adventure Kit
The Creativity for Kids Quick Knit Loom Kit is a delightful way to introduce children to the art of knitting! This engaging craft helps develop fine motor skills, enhances patience, and sparks creativity as kids design their own pom pom hat and cup cozy. With everything needed to get started and fun, illustrated instructions, parents will love watching their young ones learn and express themselves through this hands-on activity. 7+ years
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Creative Knitting Adventure Kit includes fun, illustrated instructions that make learning to knit a delightful journey, nurturing both crafty skills and a sense of accomplishment.
Custom Stepping Stones DIY Kit
Made By Me Mix & Mold Your Own & Make 4 DIY Personalized Stepping Stones provides a fantastic way for kids ages 5-9 to create unique keepsakes. This engaging activity fosters creativity and artistic expression while boosting fine motor skills through painting and design, making it a delightful option for birthday parties or weekend fun. Not only do children get to explore color-mixing and decoration, but they also learn the joy of preserving memories in a fun, hands-on manner. 5-9 years
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Custom Stepping Stones DIY Kit allows kids to make four personalized keepsakes, turning memory-making into a fun, hands-on art project that parents can cherish forever.
Creative Jewelry-Making Kits for Kids
Melissa & Doug Design-Your-Own Jewelry-Making Kits are perfect for unleashing your child's creativity and fine motor skills! This set includes colorful bangles, soft bracelets, and fabulous headbands that they can customize with sparkling gems and glittery stickers. Not only do these kits promote imaginative design, but they also support hands-on, screen-free play—a huge plus for busy parents. Watching our little ones proudly wear or share their unique creations is such a joy! 4-6 years
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Creative Jewelry-Making Kits for Kids includes colorful bangles and sparkling gems, turning our little artists into proud fashion designers while keeping screen time at bay.
Creative Jewelry Making Adventure
Just My Style My Very Own Jewelry Studio invites children to unleash their creativity through hands-on bracelet-making fun. This engaging kit fosters essential skills such as fine motor development, pattern recognition, and design thinking—providing hours of delightful learning while crafting stylish accessories. With over 1,700 beads and easy-to-follow instructions, it's a wonderful choice for encouraging self-expression and enhancing social interactions during group activities or playdates. 6-9 years
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Creative Jewelry Making Adventure includes over 1,700 beads, making it an exciting way for kids to express themselves while honing essential skills and bonding with friends.
Classic Car Play for Creative Minds
The 1949 Mercury Eight Coupe, Black, is not just a stunning diecast model; it's a gateway to learning about automotive history and engineering principles for children aged 8 and up. With features like openable doors, hood, and trunk, this model fosters fine motor skills and encourages imaginative play. As kids explore the details of this classic vehicle, they gain insights into design and function, making it an engaging addition to any educational toy collection. 8+ years
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Classic Car Play for Creative Minds features openable doors and hood, enabling kids to engage in hands-on exploration of automotive history while flexing their creativity.
Creative Pokémon Building Fun
nanoblock - Pokémon - Flareon offers an exciting way for kids 8 years and older to enhance their fine motor skills and spatial awareness while constructing this beloved character. With 160 small pieces, children can experience the joy of building detailed 3D art that fits perfectly in their palm, fostering creativity and patience along the way. Parents and educators will appreciate the comprehensive step-by-step instructions, making this a fun and educational activity that sparks interest in design and construction. 8+ years
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Creative Pokémon Building Fun features 160 tiny pieces that transform building into a mini engineering feat, fostering patience and creativity while keeping young minds engaged and entertained.
Crayola's Creative Drafting Delight
The Crayola Art Supplies Drafting Tool is a wonderful introduction to the world of design for young artists. This innovative tool helps children develop essential skills like spatial awareness, creativity, and fine motor coordination as they explore their artistic abilities. Designed for budding creators, this drafting tool encourages imaginative play and lays the groundwork for lifelong artistic pursuits. 5+ years
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Crayola's Creative Drafting Delight introduces kids to design with tools that spark imagination, making art feel like a thrilling adventure into their own creativity.
Blooming Creativity Fashion Design Kit
The Make It Real Fashion Design Sketchbook Kit for Girls is an inspiring way to ignite your child's creative spirit and foster their passion for design. As your little fashionista explores stencils, puffy stickers, and guided sketches, she'll naturally develop fine-motor skills, visual acuity, and self-expression abilities—all while having fun. This kit isn’t just about play; it’s about nurturing the future leaders and makers of tomorrow through hands-on learning and creativity. 6+ years
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Blooming Creativity Fashion Design Kit includes stencils and puffy stickers, making it a vibrant way for kids to explore their imaginative style and build essential design skills.
Creative Nail Art Adventure
L.O.L. Surprise Confetti Nail Art invites kids to unleash their creativity while learning about colors, mixing, and design! This hands-on DIY set enhances fine motor skills and artistic expression as children mix their own nail polishes, add glitter, and embellish nail art with fun tattoos and gemstones. Parents and educators will appreciate its focus on safe, clean beauty ingredients, allowing for worry-free, imaginative play. 6+ years
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Creative Nail Art Adventure invites kids to mix their own safe, clean nail polishes while exploring colors and designs, all without the worry of harmful ingredients.
L.O.L. Surprise! Creative Fashion Studio
L.O.L. Surprise! Stylin' Studio by Horizon Group USA is the ultimate DIY activity kit that sparks creativity and imaginative play in children. With over 250 accessories, kids can explore their artistic side while developing essential skills like fine motor coordination, color recognition, and design thinking. This engaging activity not only provides hours of fun but also nurtures a love for crafting and self-expression in young fashionistas. 5+ years
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L.O.L. Surprise! Creative Fashion Studio includes over 250 accessories, allowing kids to unleash their inner designers while having a blast crafting their unique styles.
Disney Zombies Fashion Design Magic
The Make It Real Disney Zombies Fashion Design Sketchbook is an exciting gateway to creativity for every young designer aged 6 and up! This interactive sketchbook allows kids to design outfits for their favorite characters, Addison and Bree, while honing essential skills like fine motor development, visual perception, and self-expression. Packed with templates, stencils, and stickers, it’s not just a drawing activity—it’s a delightful blend of art and learning that keeps kids engaged and lets their imaginations run wild. 6+ years
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Disney Zombies Fashion Design Magic comes packed with templates and stickers, making it a canvas for creativity that transforms everyday play into a fashion adventure.
Vibrant Animal Suncatcher Art Pack
The Made by Me Animal Suncatcher Refill Pack is a delightful creative outlet for kids and a fun way to brighten up any space! This pack encourages young artists to explore color mixing and design as they apply window paints to create unique suncatchers that dance in the sunlight. Not only does it enhance fine motor skills and artistic expression, but it also fosters an appreciation for beauty in our surroundings. It's the perfect project to add a personal touch to your child’s room while sparking their imagination and creativity! 5+ years
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Vibrant Animal Suncatcher Art Pack includes window paints for kids to create eye-catching masterpieces that not only brighten rooms but also nurture their artistic flair.
Disney Descendants 3 Fashion Design Kit
The Disney Descendants 3 Fashion Design Sketchbook for Girls is a magical gateway into the world of fashion, designed for budding creators aged 6 and up. Packed with design templates, over 110 themed stickers, and stencils, it offers an exciting way to unleash creativity while developing essential skills like imagination, communication, and hand-eye coordination. We love that it’s not just about fun—it’s about sparking a lifelong love of art and design in a way that inspires kids to explore their own unique style. As parents, we've found it to be the perfect gift for birthdays or special occasions, encouraging creativity in our young fashion enthusiasts. 6+ years
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Disney Descendants 3 Fashion Design Kit comes with over 110 themed stickers, making it a delightful way for kids to express their unique style while developing their artistic skills.
Tiny Dancers Rainbow Adventure Set
The Trolls DreamWorks World Tour Tiny Dancers Rainbow Edition Pack is an enchanting way to engage kids aged 4 and up in imaginative play. With 12 vibrant figures and accessories, children can explore creativity and fine motor skills as they mix and match sunglasses, barrettes, and rings, designing their own dance performances. This delightful set not only sparks joy but also fosters social interaction as kids come together to share their Tiny Dancers stories! 4+ years
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Tiny Dancers Rainbow Adventure Set comes with 12 vibrant figures and accessories, allowing kids to mix and match while unleashing their creativity and social storytelling skills.
City Style Fashion Design Sketchbook
The Make It Real – Fashion Design Sketchbook: City Style is a vibrant gateway for young fashion enthusiasts to unleash their creativity! Our sketchbook comes with everything your budding designer needs, from stencils to stickers, making it not just fun but an engaging way to develop fine motor skills, visual awareness, and a strong sense of self-expression. As parents, we cherish how this coloring book empowers kids ages 8 and up to bring their fashion dreams to life while fostering a love for art, design, and self-actualization. Let’s inspire a new generation of fashionistas together! 8+ years
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City Style Fashion Design Sketchbook comes with stencils and stickers, turning aspiring designers into mini couturiers while nurturing their creativity and fine motor skills.
DIY Headband Design Kit
The B Me Headband Making Kit is a delightful way for kids aged 5-12 to unleash their creativity and craft unique hair accessories! Packed with over 60 craft supplies, this kit not only enhances fine motor skills as children manipulate various materials, but it also encourages imaginative play and self-expression. Parents and educators will love how this engaging project promotes planning and design thinking, making it a perfect activity for playdates or family time. With magical elements like a unicorn horn and colorful gems, creating personalized headbands is an unforgettable experience that fosters both artistry and joy! 5-12 years
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DIY Headband Design Kit includes over 60 craft supplies that transform creativity into colorful headbands, making family time a festival of imagination and joy.
Build Your Own Glaceon Adventure
Nanoblock - Pokémon - Glaceon ignites creativity while encouraging problem-solving skills for builders aged 8 and up. This delightful building kit not only aids in fine motor skill development with its intricate pieces but also invites young minds to explore spatial awareness and design thinking. As they assemble this charming Pokémon, children will gain a sense of accomplishment and boost their confidence while creating a beautiful display piece to showcase. 8+ years
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Build Your Own Glaceon Adventure includes intricate nanoblock pieces that transform building into a rewarding journey of confidence boosting and imaginative expression.
Creative Ring Design Fun
Aquabeads Design & Style Rings Complete Arts & Crafts Bead Kit for Children is a delightful way for our little ones to express their creativity through wearable art! This kit encourages fine motor skill development and enhances creativity as children craft unique rings using over 1,000 colorful beads and fun templates. It's a fantastic choice for parents and educators who want to combine play with learning, fostering both artistic expression and patience in young creators. 5+ years
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Creative Ring Design Fun includes over 1,000 colorful beads that spark imagination, turning little hands into jewelry designers while developing essential skills for creating wearable art.
Barbie Tie-Dye Fashion Designer Kit
The Barbie Tie-Dye Fashion Designer Kit invites young creators to explore their fashion sense while developing valuable skills in creativity and design. With this DIY set, kids aged 6 and up will enhance their fine motor skills and embrace their artistic side as they personalize real Barbie outfits. This engaging craft activity not only nurtures self-expression but also provides a fun way for aspiring designers to learn about color, style, and the joy of creating something unique! 6+ years
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Barbie Tie-Dye Fashion Designer Kit provides real Barbie outfits for kids to personalize, inspiring creativity while they learn about color and style in a hands-on way.
LEGO Marvel Infinity Gauntlet Building Set
The LEGO Marvel Infinity Gauntlet Set 76191 is an exciting way for adults and teens to dive into the Marvel universe while honing their fine motor skills and creativity. As we build this iconic Thanos glove, we’re not just assembling bricks; we’re exploring concepts like design, engineering, and patience—skills that are invaluable in any learning journey. This set is a conversation starter and a truly striking décor piece for any home or office, making it a perfect gift for Marvel fans and model-building enthusiasts alike! 16+ years
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LEGO Marvel Infinity Gauntlet Building Set includes numerous intricate pieces that transform our living room into a creative marvel while inspiring discussions about patience and design.
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