Toys That Develop Empathy
Peruvian Paso Stallion Playtime
The Schleich Horse Club Paso Peruano Stallion is a beautifully crafted toy that captures the charm of this unique breed, suitable for kids ages 5 and up. As children engage in imaginative play with this realistic figurine, they develop storytelling skills, enhance their creativity, and foster a deeper understanding of horse care and camaraderie. This captivating toy is not just a plaything; it inspires a lifelong appreciation for horses and the skills necessary for responsible animal ownership. 5+ years
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Peruvian Paso Stallion Playtime is a beautifully crafted toy that inspires storytelling and nurtures a child’s understanding of responsible horse ownership while galloping into endless adventures.
Mood-Expressing Reversible Plushies
The TeeTurtle - The Original Reversible Deer Plushie is not just an adorable toy, but also a valuable tool for emotional learning. This soft and cuddly plushie encourages children to express their feelings in a fun way, fostering emotional intelligence, communication skills, and creative expression. It’s a delightful addition to any learning environment, helping kids understand their emotions and how to communicate them to others effectively. 3+ years
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Mood-Expressing Reversible Plushies feature a soft, cuddly design that encourages kids to express their emotions while developing crucial communication skills in a fun and engaging way.
Butterfly Garden Adventure Awaits!
Insect Lore Butterfly Garden brings the magical world of metamorphosis right into your home! As fellow educators and parents, we know the value of witnessing the wonder of life cycles firsthand. This engaging kit invites kids to care for live caterpillars while learning about growth and change in a fun, interactive way. 4-8 years
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Butterfly Garden Adventure Awaits! includes live caterpillars, making it a magical way for kids to learn about metamorphosis while cultivating a sense of responsibility and wonder for nature.
La Baby Doll for Imaginative Play
La Baby Hispanic 16-inch Small Soft Body Baby Doll is the perfect companion for nurturing play and early childhood development. With its gentle design and realistic details, La Baby encourages imaginative scenarios, strengthens fine motor skills through dressing and feeding, and fosters emotional intelligence as children learn to care for their doll. This engaging toy isn't just about fun—it's about laying a foundation for empathy and creativity! 12 months +
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La Baby Doll features a soft body and realistic details that invite kids to dive into nurturing scenarios, planting the seeds of empathy and creativity all in one cuddle.
Cuddle and Care with La Baby Doll
La Baby is more than just a doll; it's a nurturing companion for little ones aged 12 months and up. This charming 20-inch soft body doll encourages imaginative play, helping children develop empathy and fine motor skills as they dress her up, feed her with the adorable magic bottle, and care for her with the included pacifier. Parents and educators appreciate La Baby’s washable materials and exquisite detailing, making her a perfect addition to any child's learning journey. 12 months+
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Cuddle and Care with La Baby Doll features a soft body design and includes a magic bottle, turning every little one's day into a delightful nurturing adventure.
Realistic Maine Coon Cat Toy Figurine
The Schleich Maine Coon Cat Toy Figurine brings the charm of this beloved breed right into your child's playroom! Crafted with exceptional detail, it serves as a fantastic introduction to the world of animals, fostering curiosity and empathy in little ones. This delightful toy not only encourages imaginative play but also enhances fine motor skills and storytelling abilities as children create their own adventures. 3+ years
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Realistic Maine Coon Cat Toy Figurine features exceptional detail, making it a perfect companion for sparking storytelling adventures and nurturing a child's empathy towards animals.
Expressive Big Frog Plushie Fun
TeeTurtle | The Original Reversible Big Frog Plushie is an engaging way for our little ones to communicate their feelings without using words! With its cheerful light blue side and the contrasting dark blue for those moody moments, this plushie serves as a perfect emotional learning tool. It encourages kids to express their emotions in a safe and fun manner, promoting emotional literacy while developing their empathy skills. 3+ years
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Expressive Big Frog Plushie Fun features a cheerful reversible design that helps little ones voice their feelings, turning emotional awareness into a delightful playtime experience.
Mood Expressing Reversible Plushie
The TeeTurtle The Original Reversible Mushroom Plushie is a delightful way for kids and adults to express their emotions non-verbally. By flipping between happy and worried faces, it encourages emotional awareness and communication, helping youngsters navigate their own feelings while promoting social skills through shared experiences. This sensory fidget toy also aids in stress relief, making it a wonderful tool for mindfulness practices at home or school. 3+ years
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Mood Expressing Reversible Plushie flips between happy and worried faces, making it a fun and colorful way for kids to express their feelings and understand others.
Snuggly Soft Bunny Plush Toy
The Snuggie Buggies Bunny Stuffed Animal is the perfect cuddly companion for little farmers and bunny enthusiasts alike! Designed to spark imagination and creativity, this ultra-soft plushie provides a comforting presence during playtime and bedtime alike. Beyond just being cute, this bunny encourages nurturing behavior in children, fostering empathy and social skills as they engage in role-playing with their new furry friend. 0-5 years
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Snuggly Soft Bunny Plush Toy is ultra-soft and provides a comforting presence during playtime, encouraging nurturing behaviors and sparking creativity in kids' hearts.
Mickey Mouse & Pluto Plush Adventure
The Disney Classics Lil Friends Mickey Mouse and Pluto Plushie brings the magic of Disney right into your child's arms! At 11. 5 inches tall, this cuddly companion not only sparks imaginative play but also encourages social skills as children engage in storytelling with their favorite characters. 2+ years
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Mickey Mouse & Pluto Plush Adventure is a cuddly 11.5-inch companion that sparks imaginative play while nurturing emotional growth through storytelling and caring for beloved characters.
Mood-Expressing Penguin Plushie
The TeeTurtle Reversible Penguin Plushmates is a delightful way for children to express their emotions while developing emotional intelligence and social skills. With its unique design that allows little ones to flip between happy and angry expressions, this plush toy encourages discussions about feelings and empathy. Perfect for cuddles or as a calming sensory fidget, parents can feel good knowing their child is engaging in meaningful, open-ended play. 3+ years
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Mood-Expressing Penguin Plushie features reversible designs, allowing kids to explore their feelings while snuggling up with a plush buddy that also sparks important conversations about emotions.
Express Yourself with Reversible Bee Plushie
The TeeTurtle - The Original Reversible Bee Plushie is not just a cute companion; it's an interactive tool for emotional expression that encourages kids to identify and communicate their feelings. Perfect for teaching empathy and emotional intelligence, this sensory fidget stuffed animal allows children to showcase their moods in a playful way—ideal for developing social skills and understanding emotional cues. Plus, it’s a delightful way to celebrate inclusivity and diversity, making it a thoughtful choice for parents and educators alike. 3+ years
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Express Yourself with Reversible Bee Plushie is perfect for helping children showcase their moods playfully, making emotional conversations as sweet as honey.
LEGO Adorable Dogs Building Set
The LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Adorable Dogs Building Toy Set is the ultimate delight for dog lovers and budding builders alike. Perfect for kids aged 7 and up, this set fosters creativity and engineering skills as children assemble various playful pups, including a beagle, poodle, and labrador. By combining imaginative play with valuable lessons in empathy and responsibility, our young builders can also engage in fun role-play scenarios while caring for their furry friends. 7+ years
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LEGO Adorable Dogs Building Set includes opportunities to build a beagle, poodle, and labrador, making learning about empathy and responsibility feel like a playful adventure!
Ahsoka Tano Electronic Mask Adventure
The STAR WARS Ahsoka Tano Electronic Mask opens up a universe of imaginative play for our young Jedi. Designed for kids aged 5 and up, this mask encourages role play, creativity, and confidence as they channel the fearless spirit of Ahsoka, navigating through themes of justice and bravery. With exciting sound effects and iconic phrases, children not only relive thrilling moments from their favorite series but also develop their storytelling skills as they craft their own galactic adventures. 5+ years
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Ahsoka Tano Electronic Mask Adventure features exciting sound effects and iconic phrases, sparking children’s creativity while encouraging them to become the heroes of their own galaxy.
Educational Fun with Jans Fruit Punch!
The Squishmallows Original 14-Inch Jans Fruit Punch Juice Pouch brings learning to life through imaginative play! Jans, as a marine biologist, encourages children to explore the wonders of the ocean while promoting social-emotional skills like empathy and comfort through cuddly companionship. With a variety of personalities and collectability, this plush not only sparks creativity but also invites discussions about marine life and science. 3+ years
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Educational Fun with Jans Fruit Punch! features a cuddly companion that inspires ocean exploration while nurturing empathy, making learning feel like a warm, friendly hug.
Hug Your Learning with Pyle!
The Squishmallows Original 20-Inch Pyle Purple Mushroom is not only a cozy companion but also a delightful tool for social-emotional learning. Its ultrasoft texture and friendly face invite children to explore feelings, enhance empathy, and foster creative storytelling as they engage in imaginative play. Perfect for nurturing those key developmental skills in a snuggly, approachable way, Pyle is a memorable addition to any child's toy collection. 3+ years
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Hug Your Learning with Pyle features an ultrasoft texture that invites delightful exploration of feelings, making emotional learning as cozy as a big mushroom hug.
Snuggle Up with Learning Fun
The Squishmallows Original FlipAMallows 12in Dragonfruit and Dragon Flippable Plush is the perfect cuddle companion for kids while encouraging social-emotional learning. With each plush offering unique personalities, children can explore concepts like empathy and friendship, fostering rich conversations during snack time or play. Additionally, these delightful toys promote imaginative play and creative storytelling, supporting language development in a cozy, engaging way. 3+ years
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Snuggle Up with Learning Fun features flipping plush that sparks rich conversations, charmingly combining cuddles with lessons in empathy and creativity during your child's playtime.
Dear Teal Frog: Your Child's New Best Friend
Squishmallows Original 20-Inch Dear Teal Poison Dart Frog is more than just a plush toy—it's a nurturing companion that supports your child's emotional and interpersonal skills. The ultrasoft materials provide a comforting embrace, perfect for imaginative play and storytelling, which can boost creativity. Let's face it, the more we cuddle with these cuties, the more we foster empathy and emotional intelligence in our little ones. 3+ years
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Dear Teal Frog's ultrasoft materials make it the ultimate cuddle buddy, nurturing emotional skills while sparking wild adventures in your child's imagination.
SpongeBob's Cuddly Adventure Buddy
The Simba Toys SpongeBob Squarepants Plush is the ultimate snuggle companion for kids ages 3 and up. This delightful plush not only offers warmth and comfort with its ultra-soft texture but also encourages imaginative play and social interaction as children recreate their favorite Bikini Bottom adventures. Parents will appreciate the eco-friendly design filled with 100% recycled material, making it a safe and responsible choice for their little ones. 3+ years
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SpongeBob's Cuddly Adventure Buddy features an ultra-soft texture that makes snuggling irresistible, turning playtime into heartwarming adventures in Bikini Bottom while being eco-friendly too.
Emotion-Exploring Big Feelings Pineapple
The Learning Resources Big Feelings Pineapple Deluxe Set is a must-have for any child learning to navigate their emotions! With over 40 facial expression pieces, this interactive toy helps kids recognize and articulate their feelings while developing essential social emotional skills. Its double-sided design offers a unique way to compare and contrast emotions, making discussions about feelings engaging and fun. 3+ years
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Emotion-Exploring Big Feelings Pineapple features over 40 facial expression pieces, making it a fun and interactive way for kids to articulate their feelings and understand emotions.
Stylish Pram Cosy for Imaginative Play
Bayer: Pram Cosy - Blue, Pink, Hearts is the perfect addition to your child’s imaginative playtime! This charming doll pram encourages role-playing, helping little ones develop nurturing skills and empathy as they care for their dolls. With its easy maneuverability thanks to big wheels and a soft handle, children can confidently navigate their mini-worlds while also improving their coordination. 3+ years
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Stylish Pram Cosy for Imaginative Play comes with a blanket and shoulder bag, turning every doll adventure into a nurturing experience that develops empathy while they joyfully pretend.
Mama Surprise Mouse Playset Adventure
Little Live Pets Lil Mouse Toy Playset Pack is a delightful way to spark creativity and imagination in our kids! With engaging interactive features, children can explore the joy of nurturing and caring for their very own mouse family. As they reveal adorable baby mice through a magical blush transformation, kids develop fine motor skills and an understanding of empathy, all while enjoying the excitement of surprise accessories and family themes. 5+ years
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Mama Surprise Mouse Playset Adventure includes adorable baby mice that magically transform, inspiring kids to nurture and emotionally connect while diving into a world of creativity.
Discover Fun with Barksters Dog Family!
Honey Bee Acres The Barksters Dog Family is an adorable set that includes four miniature dog characters—two loving parents and their playful kids! This delightful toy fosters imaginative play, allowing children to create their own stories and scenarios. As they engage with the Barksters, kids develop essential social skills, empathy, and creativity while exploring family dynamics and relationships. 3+ years
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Discover Fun with Barksters Dog Family! features four adorable miniature dog characters that spark conversations about caring for pets and exploring family relationships in a playful way.
Magical Unicorn Family Adventure Set
The Breyer Horses Stablemates Sparkling Splendor Deluxe Unicorn Set is a captivating introduction to imaginative play for children aged 4 and up. As kids explore the enchanting world of these beautifully crafted unicorn figurines, they enhance their storytelling, social, and creative skills while diving into a fantasy realm that inspires kindness and collaboration. Not only do they enjoy hours of fun, but they also build a foundation of empathy and problem-solving as they create their own magical adventures. 4+ years
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Magical Unicorn Family Adventure Set includes beautifully crafted unicorn figurines that inspire kids to dive into their own enchanting stories and build valuable social skills along the way.