Toys That Develop Early Literacy
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
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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
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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
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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
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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!
Engaging Sandpaper Letters for Early Readers
Didax Sandpaper Letters Boxed Set is a fantastic tool for igniting your child's passion for reading and writing! With 54 tactile alphabet cards, this set beautifully combines sight, sound, and touch to make letter learning both fun and effective. We love how each durable card features directional arrows that guide little fingers, helping them master letter shapes while reinforcing muscle memory. Pre-K to 1st grade
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Engaging Sandpaper Letters for Early Readers features 54 tactile alphabet cards that make letter learning a hands-on adventure, turning early literacy into an exciting journey for little hands.
VTech Call and Chat Learning Phone Fun
VTech Call and Chat Learning Phone is the perfect way for little ones to engage in imaginative play while learning vital skills! This brightly colored, smart toy smartphone includes ten real-life apps that help children explore numbers, letters, and time concepts through interactive games. As parents, we know that role-play enhances learning, and with features like a pretend phonebook and playful ring tones, kids can simulate calling family and friends. 2-5 years
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VTech Call and Chat Learning Phone features ten real-life apps, making learning numbers and letters feel like a fun chat with a friendly animated bird.
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
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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
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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
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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!
Exciting Word Family Flashcards Set
The Junior Learning JL216 Word Family Flashcards are a fantastic resource for nurturing early literacy skills in our kids. This comprehensive set includes 162 beautifully illustrated cards that delve into prefixes, root words, and suffixes, making learning fun and engaging! These cards promote fast, automatic recall, allowing our little learners to grasp the building blocks of language effortlessly. Preschool
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Exciting Word Family Flashcards Set includes 162 beautifully illustrated cards that make learning language fun and spark a lifelong curiosity for words in our little ones.
VTech Touch and Learn Activity Desk Deluxe
The VTech Touch and Learn Activity Desk Deluxe 4-in-1 Pre-Kindergarten Expansion Pack Bundle is the ultimate addition to your little one's learning journey! Designed for ages 2-4, this interactive and engaging bundle includes four themed expansion packs that introduce foundational concepts like numbers, nursery rhymes, and animal facts. Each vibrant, double-sided activity page is durable and easy to clean, allowing children to practice essential skills such as critical thinking, language development, and early literacy. 2-4 years
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VTech Touch and Learn Activity Desk Deluxe comes with four themed expansion packs that turn educational concepts into playful adventures, making learning feel like fun instead of homework.
Engaging Learning Adventures Await
Melissa & Doug Smarty Pants - Preschool Card Set is the perfect companion for early learners. With 120 colorful cards packed with questions and activities, children build essential skills in critical thinking, language, and social interaction while having fun! This entire set not only enriches their minds but also strengthens their confidence in learning, making it an excellent choice for parents and educators alike. 3-5 years
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Engaging Learning Adventures Await includes 120 colorful cards that turn learning into a fun game, making those ‘light bulb’ moments happen while they giggle and think!
Magical Learning Fishbowl Adventure
The Fisher-Price Baby & Toddler Toy Laugh & Learn Magical Lights Fishbowl is an enchanting way for infants aged 6 months and older to explore early learning concepts. This interactive toy engages little ones with vibrant lights, joyful tunes, and charming educational phrases that teach the alphabet, shapes, and numbers, all while nurturing essential fine motor skills through easy put-and-take play. With its adorable aquatic friends and wobbly base, this fishbowl is not just fun; it beautifully introduces young minds to the wonders of cause and effect. 6 months to 3 years
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Magical Learning Fishbowl Adventure features vibrant lights and cheerful tunes, making early learning feel like a delightful underwater party that sparks curiosity and joy in little explorers.
Exciting Alphabet Puzzle Cards for Toddlers
The Learning Resources Alphabet Puzzle Cards make mastering the ABCs an adventure for our little ones! With 26 self-correcting puzzles featuring vibrant images and engaging themes, children will delight in connecting letters to their sounds through delightful visuals like a unicycle and a playful robot. This tactile experience encourages not only letter recognition but also fine motor skills as kids manipulate the big, bold pieces. 3+ years
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Exciting Alphabet Puzzle Cards for Toddlers feature 26 self-correcting puzzles that make learning the ABCs a vibrant and engaging adventure for little hands and curious minds.
Colorful Alphabet Learning Blocks
The Learning Resources Letter Blocks are a delightful way for children aged 2 and up to explore the world of letters and words! These vibrant blocks are not just toys—they are learning tools that foster letter recognition and support early literacy skills. Designed for little hands, each durable block enables children to mold and stamp their own letters, enhancing fine motor skills while they play. 2+ years
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Colorful Alphabet Learning Blocks, with a complete set of 36 pieces, turn the journey of learning letters into a dazzling adventure that sparks creativity and builds a strong reading foundation.
Musical Learning Adventure with Lilly
The Hape Lilly Musical Push Along is a delightful companion that transforms each step into a joyful melody. As your little one pushes along Lilly, they not only enjoy the enchanting tune of 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star' but also enhance their coordination, balance, and motor skills. This educational toy is perfect for encouraging those exciting first steps while fostering an early love for music and movement—making it a beloved choice for parents and educators alike. 1-3 years
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Musical Learning Adventure with Lilly features the enchanting tune of 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star', turning each step into a delightful melody that sparks joy in every new wobbly step.
Engaging Alphabet Learning Fun
The LeapFrog Spin and Sing Alphabet Zoo is a delightful way to introduce children to the wonderful world of letters and animals! With three interactive learning modes, kids can explore letters A-Z, discover animal names and sounds, and enjoy catchy tunes—all while spinning, pushing, and sliding! This playful toy not only makes learning fun but also helps develop critical motor skills as their little fingers engage with every colorful component. 2-5 years
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Engaging Alphabet Learning Fun features three interactive learning modes, making letter exploration and animal sounds a delightful hands-on experience that sparks curiosity and joy in learning.
LeapFrog's Interactive 2-in-1 LeapTop Touch
The LeapFrog 2-in-1 LeapTop Touch is an incredible learning tool that keeps curious preschoolers engaged! This versatile laptop transforms from a keyboard to a touch tablet, mimicking the technology we use daily. It's packed with five educational modes covering ABCs, numbers, fun games, and music, fostering crucial early literacy and numeracy skills. 2-5 years
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LeapFrog's Interactive 2-in-1 LeapTop Touch transforms from a keyboard to a touch tablet, making learning feel like a tech-savvy adventure while your little one practices spelling their own name!
LeapFrog Tad's School Adventure Book
LeapFrog Tad's Get Ready for School Book is a delightful portal into the world of learning for our little ones. By engaging with vibrant illustrations, children discover essential topics like ABCs, numbers, colors, and shapes while sparking their curiosity about emotions and music. We cherish how the interactive elements bring the content to life, enhancing early literacy and comprehension skills, all while making learning fun! Preschool
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LeapFrog Tad's School Adventure Book engages kids with vibrant illustrations and interactive elements that spark curiosity while prepping them for their exciting school journey ahead.
Versatile Learn and Discover Table
The VTech Sit-to-Stand Learn and Discover Table, Pink, is a delightful companion for your baby's early exploration and growth. This innovative toy transforms from a playful floor activity to an interactive learning table, creating endless opportunities for discovery. Packed with six engaging learning stations, it introduces essential concepts like letters, numbers, and colors, all while helping to develop fine motor skills. 6+ months
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Versatile Learn and Discover Table transforms from a floor activity to an interactive table, making learning fun as little ones delve into letters and numbers with catchy tunes.
Double-Sided Sight Word Flash Cards
The Double-Sided Sight Word Flash Cards are an engaging way to boost early literacy skills in children. Designed with both teachers and parents in mind, these laminated cards are built for durability and practicality, allowing kids to recognize and practice sight words effortlessly. The easy-to-read format and customizability with O-rings make them perfect for tailored learning experiences, fostering confidence and excitement about reading. Preschool
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Double-Sided Sight Word Flash Cards are laminated for durability, making learning sight words feel like a fun game without the tears—or the paper cuts!
My Little Pony Adventure Board Book
The Bendon Shaped Board Book (My Little Pony) captivates young readers with its charming story presented across five vibrant spreads. This engaging book not only fosters a love for reading but also enhances early literacy skills by encouraging language development and storytelling. Ideal for imaginative minds, the sturdy pages make it a perfect companion for bedtime routines or on-the-go adventures, ensuring countless hours of delightful learning. 3+ years
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My Little Pony Adventure Board Book features vibrant spreads that spark imagination and encourage language development, turning reading time into a magical journey for little ones.
Colorful Wooden Magnetic Letters Adventure
Small Foot Wooden Toys Colorful Wooden Magnetic Letters in A Travel Box is the perfect educational companion for our little learners! With 37 beautifully painted letters, our children will dive into the exciting world of spelling and phonetics, discovering words like 'Apple' and 'Cat' in a fun, hands-on way. These magnetic letters easily stick to any metal surface, sparking creativity and endless exploration during playtime. 3+ years
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Colorful Wooden Magnetic Letters Adventure includes 37 beautifully painted letters, transforming playtime into a delightful spelling journey where creativity and learning stick together like glue.
LeapFrog Tad's Magnetic Letter Adventure
LeapFrog Tad's Fridge Phonics Magnetic Letter Set is an engaging way to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of letters! Perfect for ages 2 to 4, this set encourages early literacy skills by helping kids recognize letter names, sounds, and shapes through hands-on play. We love how the magnetic tiles can stick to the fridge, transforming everyday kitchen moments into exciting learning adventures. 2-4 years
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LeapFrog Tad's Magnetic Letter Adventure transforms fridge time into a playful literacy lesson, making letters leap off the door and into our little ones' hearts.