Toys That Develop Early Literacy

Magical Musical Mirror Pretend Vanity

The Fisher-Price Baby & Toddler Toy Laugh & Learn Magical Musical Mirror Pretend Vanity is a delightful way to spark imagination in our little ones from ages 6 months to 3 years! With its enchanting lights and over 30 songs, sounds, and phrases, this engaging playset helps introduce essential early learning concepts like the alphabet, counting, and colors—all while they play pretend. As parents, we love how it encourages our kids to explore their creativity through imaginative role play, nurturing their fine motor skills with fun accessories like a comb and soft powder puff. 6 months to 3 years
Why we love it:
Magical Musical Mirror Pretend Vanity features over 30 songs and phrases that introduce essential early learning concepts while encouraging our little ones to express their creativity through play.

Engaging Phonics Flash Cards for Kids

The Trend Phonics Pocket Flash Cards provide a vibrant and interactive way for children aged 5 and up to master vowel sounds, consonants, blends, and digraphs. With real-life photo cues on the front and additional examples on the back, these cards make learning phonics engaging and relatable, helping kids visualize their learning. They are also perfect for quick sorting and easy to handle, making them a versatile resource for both classroom and home environments. 5+ years
Why we love it:
Engaging Phonics Flash Cards for Kids feature real-life photo cues that make learning phonics relatable and help kids visualize sounds, laying a fun foundation for reading.

Zingo Word Builder: Fun Learning for Kids

Zingo Word Builder is an engaging early reading game that we can't recommend enough for our little learners! This award-winning game not only makes vocabulary building fun but also helps kids learn spelling patterns in an interactive way. With two levels of play, it's perfect for both pre-readers and those just starting to read independently, allowing them to grow at their own pace. 4-7 years
Why we love it:
Zingo Word Builder features interactive gameplay that makes learning to read feel more like a game night. It turns new words into an adventure—who knew reading could be so thrilling?

Engaging Pets Wooden Peg Puzzle

The Melissa & Doug Pets Wooden Peg Puzzle is an exciting way for little ones to explore their favorite furry and scaly friends! With vibrant colors and delightful illustrations of pets like dogs, cats, and even a goldfish, this puzzle not only captivates toddlers but also helps them develop essential skills. As children grasp and fit the pieces, they're honing their hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills while solving the puzzle. 2-4 years
Why we love it:
Engaging Pets Wooden Peg Puzzle features delightful illustrations of pets that spark curiosity while promoting essential skills—perfect for little ones who are eager to learn and play!

Engaging VTech Touch and Swipe Baby Phone

The VTech Touch and Swipe Baby Phone is a delightful introduction to technology for little ones aged 6 months to 3 years. This adorable pink phone captivates toddlers with its 12 light-up pretend apps that encourage imaginative role-play while enhancing hand-eye coordination. With the ability to 'call home,' and groove to 15 catchy melodies, this toy not only entertains but also supports early learning of ABCs, 123s, and first words. 6 months - 3 years
Why we love it:
Engaging VTech Touch and Swipe Baby Phone comes with 12 light-up pretend apps, turning learning ABCs and 123s into a fun, interactive experience that sparks curiosity.

VTech Touch and Teach Word Book

The VTech Touch and Teach Word Book is a delightful educational tool for toddlers aged 18 months to 4 years. This interactive book features 12 touch-sensitive pages that engage curious little minds, teaching over 100 words through fun categories, sounds, and music. With four playful modes, children embrace learning letters and vocabulary while enhancing fine motor skills, all alongside the charming guidance of Cody and Cora, the Smart Cubs. 18 months - 4 years
Why we love it:
VTech Touch and Teach Word Book features 12 touch-sensitive pages that transform learning into an engaging adventure, making vocabulary expansion feel like playtime with the Smart Cubs!

Whimsical Learning with Whose Feet?

The Melissa & Doug Soft Activity Baby Book - Whose Feet? is a delightful way to engage toddlers' senses while fostering early literacy and cognitive skills. Through its simple text and engaging, dangly feet, this book not only encourages grasping and tactile exploration but also sparks conversations and observation between caregivers and little ones. 0-3 years
Why we love it:
Whimsical Learning with Whose Feet? features engaging, dangly feet that spark meaningful conversations and foster bonding moments between caregivers and toddlers during delightful learning adventures.

Melissa & Doug Magnetic Art Easel

The Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magnetic Standing Art Easel is a fantastic canvas for our little ones' imaginations, perfect for ages 3 to 8. With a chalkboard, dry-erase board, and magnetic letters and numbers, our kids can dive into creative activities that develop essential skills like fine motor coordination, artistic expression, and early literacy. The easel's sturdy wooden construction and adjustable heights ensure it grows with our children, making it a smart investment for screen-free play and hands-on learning experiences. 3-8 years
Why we love it:
Melissa & Doug Magnetic Art Easel features a chalkboard and dry-erase board, inviting kids to unleash their creativity while developing essential skills without screens.

VTech Interactive Elephant Storybook

The VTech Touch and Teach Elephant is an enchanting way for our little ones to dive into the world of stories and education! With 16 interactive pages, this delightful toy book invites toddlers aged 1 to 3 to explore letters, shapes, and animal sounds in a playful format. A standout feature is the question button which helps sharpen comprehension skills, while light-up buttons engage them further, making learning both fun and interactive. 1-3 years
Why we love it:
VTech Interactive Elephant Storybook features 16 interactive pages that transform storytime into an immersive learning experience, making ABCs and animal sounds an adventure your toddler will cherish.

VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Launch and Play Raceway

The VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels 3-in-1 Launch and Play Raceway is a fantastic adventure that blends fun and education for little racers! 2-5 years
Why we love it:
VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Launch and Play Raceway features three exciting track configurations, making learning about letters and sounds feel like an exhilarating race.

Paw-some Learning with Touch and Feel!

If I Were a Dog is an enchanting board book that invites our little ones to explore the world through the eyes of playful puppies. This delightful sensory experience engages babies and toddlers with vibrant illustrations and various textures, fostering fine motor skills and sensory development. With its durable design, this book stands up to enthusiastic handling, making it a perfect choice for parents and educators looking to spark curiosity and cognitive growth in young children. 0-3 years
Why we love it:
Paw-some Learning with Touch and Feel! features vibrant illustrations and textures, turning storytime into a tactile adventure that keeps little hands busy and minds curious.

Musical Learning Fun with Lil' Critters

The VTech Baby Lil' Critters Moosical Beads offers a delightful mix of playful learning for our little ones aged 3 to 24 months. This charming plush cow introduces essential concepts like numbers, colors, and letters through cheerful songs and interactive features, making it a fantastic first educational toy. With easy-to-grasp buttons and a variety of textures, it also supports fine motor skills and tactile awareness, all while providing the sweetest cuddle buddy for your baby's adventures. 3-24 months
Why we love it:
Musical Learning Fun with Lil' Critters introduces essential numbers, colors, and letters through cheerful songs, making learning feel like a cozy cuddle time adventure.

Interactive VTech Baby Touch Tablet

The VTech Light-Up Baby Touch Tablet is an exciting way for little ones aged 9 to 36 months to delve into essential early learning concepts. With engaging pretend apps and activities, this tablet not only teaches letters, numbers, and shapes but also sparks imaginative play as toddlers explore their world. We love how the swipe and tap light-up screen keeps our children's attention while they learn through over 160 playful songs and phrases. 9-36 months
Why we love it:
Interactive VTech Baby Touch Tablet engages toddlers with a light-up screen packed with over 160 playful songs and phrases, making learning feel like an exciting game.

VTech Musical Rhymes Educational Book

The VTech Musical Rhymes Book sparks joy and learning from the very first turn of its big, easy-to-handle pages. A delightful adventure awaits your little one with 6 classic nursery rhymes and over 40 songs, melodies, sounds, and phrases that engage their developing minds. As parents, we adore how it helps build fine motor skills through playful sliding and twisting activities, while the colorful piano buttons introduce our children to colors and instruments. 6 months to 3 years
Why we love it:
VTech Musical Rhymes Educational Book features 6 classic nursery rhymes that make learning music and language feel like a delightful sing-along of discovery for little ones.

Very Hungry Caterpillar ABC Game Fun

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Spin & Seek ABC Game is a delightful way to engage preschoolers in letter-finding adventures! Inspired by Eric Carle's beloved character, this game combines colorful artwork with educational play, allowing kids to practice their ABCs while developing essential skills like letter recognition and critical thinking. With big pieces designed for tiny hands and easy-to-follow gameplay, this screen-free activity is perfect for family game night, making it a fantastic choice for siblings of all ages! Preschool
Why we love it:
Very Hungry Caterpillar ABC Game features colorful artwork and big pieces, making letter-finding fun while nurturing vital skills for preschoolers’ development.

Go! Go! Smart Wheels Adventure Set

The VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Starter Pack offers a thrilling ride for our little explorers aged 1 to 5. 1-5 years
Why we love it:
Go! Go! Smart Wheels Adventure Set features three engaging vehicles that spark curiosity while promoting early learning through music, sounds, and vibrant interactions.

Engage with Paw Patrol Adventures

The UPD Paw Patrol Sticker Book offers over 300 vibrant stickers spread across 4 engaging sheets! This delightful activity not only sparks creativity but also enhances fine motor skills as children peel and stick their favorite characters. Parents and educators alike love how this sticker pad encourages imaginative play, storytelling, and early literacy by inviting kids to create their very own Paw Patrol adventures. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Engage with Paw Patrol Adventures features over 300 vibrant stickers that turn storytelling into a hands-on activity, inviting kids to create their own exciting adventures.

Wipe-Off Learning Adventure Book

The Trend School Skills Wipe-Off Book is a fantastic resource for young learners eager to explore math and reading concepts while having fun. With its interactive wipe-off surface, children can practice essential skills like colors, shapes, and numbers repeatedly, boosting their hand-eye coordination and confidence in a playful way. Perfect for quiet time at home or in the classroom, this book ensures that learning is both engaging and effective, making it an invaluable tool for parents and educators alike. 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Wipe-Off Learning Adventure Book offers an interactive wipe-off surface, making learning math and reading concepts a delightful, mess-free experience that sparks curiosity and confidence.

Magnetic Letters for Early Learning Fun

The Learning Resources Colorful Magnetic Uppercase and Lowercase Letters set is a fantastic way to kickstart letter recognition and word-building skills for children aged 3 and up. These vibrant, crush-resistant foam letters make learning a hands-on adventure, inviting toddlers to play while mastering the alphabet. Perfect for attaching to whiteboards or refrigerators, each letter fosters fine motor skills and sparks creativity as little ones form their first words. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Magnetic Letters for Early Learning Fun are colorful, crush-resistant foam letters that turn your fridge into a letter playground, inspiring creativity while your little ones master their ABCs.

Nursery Rhymes Sound Puzzle Fun

The Melissa & Doug Nursery Rhymes 2 Sound Puzzle invites little ones to explore classic nursery songs while enhancing their skills! This beautifully crafted wooden peg puzzle doesn’t just captivate with delightful melodies but also promotes hand-eye coordination and problem-solving abilities. As your child places each piece, they not only learn song lyrics but also develop crucial auditory processing skills in a fun, engaging way. 2+ years
Why we love it:
Nursery Rhymes Sound Puzzle Fun features delightful melodies that help little ones learn lyrics while enhancing their problem-solving skills—making music and learning a playful adventure!

Giant Magnetic Letter Builder

The Giant Magnetic Letter Construction set is an innovative way to engage young learners in the art of letter formation! This exciting set includes 21 oversized magnetic pieces, perfectly designed to encourage hands-on exploration for children aged 4 and up. As we use these bold curves and lines on any magnetic surface, we not only enhance fine motor skills but also promote early literacy and letter recognition in a fun, interactive manner. 4+ years
Why we love it:
Giant Magnetic Letter Builder includes 21 oversized magnetic pieces that make letter formation feel like a hands-on adventure, turning reading and writing into a fun game!

Youniversity: A World of Learning Fun

The Youniversity Wooden Activity Cube is a vibrant, engaging toy designed for toddlers aged 12 months and up. With six educational sides featuring the alphabet, numbers, colors, and shapes, this activity center makes learning feel like a playful adventure while enhancing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Parents and educators love its safe, sturdy design that encourages exploration and creativity, setting the stage for lifelong learning. 12+ months
Why we love it:
Youniversity: A World of Learning Fun features six educational sides packed with engaging activities that turn every moment into a playful journey of discovery.

Water Wow! Fun on the Farm

Melissa & Doug Water Wow! On The Farm is an exhilarating way for our little ones to explore their creativity! With four vibrant farm-themed coloring boards, this product not only keeps kids engaged but also promotes essential skills like fine motor coordination and early literacy. 3-6 years
Why we love it:
Water Wow! Fun on the Farm includes four vibrant farm-themed coloring boards that turn mess-free coloring into a magical experience, perfect for creativity on the go!

Nemo Sunglasses for Creative Play

Sun-Staches Disney Official Nemo Sunglasses bring a splash of fun to imaginative playtime! Perfect for fans of all ages, these playful glasses encourage role-playing and storytelling, enhancing creativity while teaching about marine life and friendship themes found in 'Finding Dory. ' With UV400 protection, they inspire outdoor adventures while ensuring bright, sunny days are safe for little explorers. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Nemo Sunglasses for Creative Play add a splash of fun to outdoor adventures while teaching essential themes of friendship and marine life—perfect for imaginative little explorers!