Toys That Develop Empathy
Diverse Community Helpers Figurine Set
Constructive Playthings Wooden Community Helpers 25-Piece Wood Block Play Figurine Set is a fantastic way to immerse our little ones in imaginative play while building their understanding of the community around them. With diverse characters representing different professions, this set sparks open-minded play, allowing children to explore various roles and cultivate empathy. Not only do these adorable wooden figures encourage creativity, but they also promote essential social skills like sharing, cooperation, and friendship. 3+ years
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Diverse Community Helpers Figurine Set includes 25 adorable wooden figures that inspire our little ones to explore different professions while nurturing empathy and important social interactions.
Explore with the Arabian Mare in Foal
The Mojo Fun 387194 Arabian Mare in Foal is more than just a beautiful model; it’s an extraordinary tool for sparking imagination and encouraging learning. Designed for interactive storytelling, this hand-painted, highly detailed figurine helps children develop important skills such as empathy and communication through pretend play. Perfect for parents and educators looking to enrich playtime with creative exploration and discussion about animals and their habitats! 3+ years
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Explore with the Arabian Mare in Foal is a hand-painted figurine that fuels creativity and conversation, helping kids dive into the captivating world of animals and their habitats.
Cuddle & Care Soft Body Baby Doll
The JC Toys 15" Realistic Soft Body Baby Doll is a wonderful companion for children aged 2 and up. Designed to encourage nurturing skills, this darling doll features open and close eyes and a cuddly body, promoting empathy and responsibility through imaginative play. As children engage in caring for their new friend with included accessories like a baby bottle, pacifier, and rattle, they develop social skills and learn the joys of caregiving in a safe, playful environment. 2+ years
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Cuddle & Care Soft Body Baby Doll features open and close eyes, making imaginative caregiving adventures come to life while nurturing empathy and responsibility in your little ones.
Creative Doctor Role Play Set
The Hape Wooden Doctor on Call Role Play Set encourages children to step into the shoes of a caring physician, fostering imaginative play and storytelling skills. This engaging kit not only introduces basic medical vocabulary and concepts but also helps develop empathy and problem-solving skills as little ones learn to diagnose and ‘treat’ their stuffed animals or friends. With its durable, child-safe materials, parents can feel confident that their toddlers are safe while they explore the world of healthcare. 3+ years
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Creative Doctor Role Play Set encourages little ones to role-play as caring physicians, transforming playtime into an empathy-building, imaginative journey through the world of healthcare.
Nurturing Play with Gabrielle Doll
Melissa & Doug Mine to Love Gabrielle 12 Poseable Baby Doll with Romper and Hat is a fantastic way to spark empathy and nurturing skills in children aged 2 and up. With her delightful features—like eyes that open and close, and the ability to suck her thumb or use the included pacifier—Gabrielle encourages imaginative role-playing. This adorable doll also comes with beautifully crafted removable clothing, making it a perfect tool for developing fine motor skills while engaging in meaningful and expressive play. 2-5 years
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Nurturing Play with Gabrielle Doll features eyes that open and close, promoting empathetic storytelling while helping little ones develop those all-important nurturing instincts.
Delightful Baby Doll Walker Set
The JC Toys Baby Doll Walker Gift Set is a charming addition to your child’s playtime, designed for dolls up to 17 inches. This engaging toy encourages imaginative play, helping little ones develop nurturing skills and empathy as they care for their doll companions. With durable, washable play accessories, this set makes clean-up a breeze, while the thoughtfully crafted design ensures safety and longevity, perfect for little hands. 2+ years
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Delightful Baby Doll Walker Set includes durable, washable play accessories, making it the perfect way for little caregivers to practice empathy while keeping their playroom tidy.
Peek-A-Boo Adventures with Foxy Friend
The Aurora® Fashionable Fancy Pals™ Peek-A-Boo Fox Stuffed Animal offers a delightful combination of playful imagination and soft, comforting companionship. Designed to encourage storytelling and social skills, this multi-colored plush fox is perfect for on-the-go adventures, helping children express themselves while developing empathy and creativity. With its charming peek-a-boo carrier, kids can engage in role-play, sparking their curiosity and love for imaginative exploration. 2-5 years
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Peek-A-Boo Adventures with Foxy Friend includes a charming peek-a-boo carrier that turns any outing into a storytelling adventure, nurturing creativity and connection for little ones.
Huggable Manatee for Learning Fun
The Wild Republic Manatee Plush is the perfect companion for little explorers aged 3 and up. This soft 7-inch stuffed animal not only ignites a love for maritime life but also enhances storytelling and imaginative play skills, making every reading adventure a splash of fun! With its realistic design, kids can learn about ocean ecosystems and conservation, all while snuggling up to their new aquatic friend. 3+ years
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Huggable Manatee for Learning Fun is a soft 7-inch plush that sparks a love for the ocean while encouraging storytelling adventures, making learning feel like a cozy cuddle.
Octopus Adventures Await!
The Wild Republic Octopus Plush is not just a cuddly companion, but a gateway to imaginative adventures for children of all ages! Designed to spark creativity and storytelling skills, this plush toy encourages kids to explore marine life, develop empathy through pretend play, and strengthen fine motor skills as they carry their new friend on exciting journeys. With soft, high-quality materials and a surface washable feature, parents can feel confident in choosing this cuddly friend for endless learning and fun. 3+ years
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Octopus Adventures Await! is crafted from soft, high-quality materials that make it the perfect snuggly companion for our little ocean explorers. It’s not just a plush toy; it opens the door to imaginative storytelling and endless adventures under the sea. Plus, with its surface washable feature, we can confidently embrace all those little messy escapades, knowing that octopus will be ready to head out on the next adventure—sparkling clean and full of stories.
Giraffe Plush: A Hug of Learning
Wild Republic Giraffe Plush is an adorable companion that not only sparks joy but also enhances your child's learning journey. With its lifelike design and soft, huggable form, this plush toy invites imaginative play, helping kids develop their creativity and storytelling skills. Measuring 7 inches, it's the perfect size for little hands to carry to the library or cuddle during reading time, fostering a love for books and nature. 3+ years
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Giraffe Plush: A Hug of Learning is a huggable 7-inch companion that turns every reading session into a cozy adventure, inspiring creativity and a love for nature.
Cuddle Up with the Clever Red Fox
The Wild Republic Red Fox Plush is an enchanting way to spark curiosity about wildlife in children of all ages. Beyond being an irresistibly soft companion, this adorable plush toy encourages imaginative play, nurtures empathy, and cultivates a love for nature and its creatures. Its realistic features prompt discussions about animal habitats and behavior, making it a delightful addition to any educational setting or home. 3+ years
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Cuddle Up with the Clever Red Fox is an irresistibly soft companion that inspires imaginative play and meaningful conversations about wildlife and nature, making learning feel like a cozy adventure.
Snuggly Penguin for Learning Fun
The Wild Republic Penguin Plush is an adorable companion that sparks curiosity and creativity in children of all ages. This charming 7-inch buddy not only provides comfort and warmth but also introduces young ones to the wonders of wildlife, fostering empathy and nurturing skills. As kids engage in imaginative play with their penguin friend, they develop social skills and emotional awareness, making it an invaluable addition to any educational setting or home. 3+ years
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Snuggly Penguin for Learning Fun is a charming 7-inch plush that brings comfort while igniting curiosity about wildlife, making it a perfect companion for nurturing emotional growth.
Pet Carrier Adventure for Little Animal Lovers
Battat – Play Circle – Pet Carrier is a delightful way to spark your child's imagination and love for animals! This adorable set not only features a plush kitten and its charming carrier but also introduces kids to the responsibilities of pet care through fun pretend play. As they groom their furry friend with the included comb and brush, they're developing fine motor skills and creativity in the process. 3+ years
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Pet Carrier Adventure for Little Animal Lovers includes a charming plush kitten and grooming tools, making it a delightful way for kids to explore nurturing play while developing essential skills.
Wooden Animal Hospital Playset Fun
The Terra by Battat 15 Pieces Animal Hospital Playset is a charming wooden vet clinic designed to spark your child’s imagination! With its openable rooftop and cozy exam area, little ones can foster empathy and nurturing skills as they care for their farm and safari animal friends. This engaging playset not only ignites creative storytelling but also promotes fine motor skills through interactive pretend play—perfect for developing problem-solving and social skills as kids role-play different veterinary scenarios. 3+ years
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Wooden Animal Hospital Playset Fun invites kids to care for their animal friends in a cozy exam area, making veterinary adventures a delightful way to nurture both compassion and creativity.
Mini Ocean Animals Adventure Set
Terra by Battat’s 60 Pieces Ocean Animal Figurines will transport your little ones straight to the sea! These miniature sea creatures—including sharks, dolphins, and starfish—are not only vibrant and realistic but also fantastic tools for sparking imagination and curiosity about marine wildlife. As fellow parents and educators, we cherish how these figurines encourage kids to learn about ocean life while developing essential skills in storytelling, empathy, and play. 3+ years
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Mini Ocean Animals Adventure Set includes 60 vibrant figurines that transform playtime into an ocean exploration, making learning about marine life as fun as a beach day!
Explore the Wild with Miniature Animal Figures
The Terra by Battat – 60 Pcs Wild Creatures Tube is an exciting collection designed to spark curiosity in children ages 3 and up. With 12 different realistic miniature wild animals, kids will not only engage in imaginative play, but also learn about diverse wildlife, developing empathy and understanding for our planet's creatures. It's more than just fun; it's a fantastic opportunity for parents and educators to foster a love for animals and environmental awareness in young minds. 3+ years
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Explore the Wild with Miniature Animal Figures features 60 pieces of realistic wild creatures that ignite imaginations and nurture a love for nature in our little ones.
Hay and Imagination: Horse Playset
The Schleich Horse Club 14pc. Toy Feed and Accessory Set for Horses and Animals sparks a child's imagination while introducing them to the vital world of animal care. This detailed set not only fosters creativity but also enhances fine motor skills and promotes empathy as children learn about feeding and caring for their favorite animals. 5+ years
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Hay and Imagination: Horse Playset includes 14 vibrant pieces that cultivate nurturing skills while sparking creativity, transforming playtime into a wonderful world of horse care adventures.
Pretend and Play Doctor Kit for Kids
The Learning Resources Pretend and Play Doctor Kit is a fantastic way to bring creativity and learning to life for children ages 3 and up. This 19-piece doctor set encourages role play and social emotional learning, helping children gain confidence and ease their anxieties about medical visits. With tools like a stethoscope and thermometer, kids can engage their imagination while developing essential skills such as empathy, communication, and problem-solving. 3+ years
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Pretend and Play Doctor Kit for Kids includes 19 pieces that invite children to explore the world of medicine while building confidence and easing anxieties about doctor visits.
Wild Wolfie Costume for Adventurous Play
The Fun World Wild Wolfie Child Costume sparks imagination and encourages creative play for children! This colorful outfit, complete with a furry hood, mitts, and boot covers, invites kids to explore the wild side of their creativity. Dressed as a fierce yet fun wolf, children can engage in storytelling, role-playing activities, and social interactions that bolster their communication skills and confidence. Medium Dress: 5-7 years
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Wild Wolfie Costume features a furry hood and mitts that whisk kids into a world of storytelling, building confidence and creativity with every fierce prance.
Hopscotch Rabbit Grandparents Fun
Calico Critters Hopscotch Rabbit Grandparents bring imaginative play to life while encouraging storytelling and social-emotional skills. With removable clothing and poseable features, George and Patricia are not just adorable figurines; they inspire children to engage in role play that enhances communication, empathy, and creative thinking. Perfect for introducing thematic narratives, these charming grandparents are a wonderful addition to any Calico Critters collection. 3+ years
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Hopscotch Rabbit Grandparents come with removable clothing and poseable features, making them the perfect catalyst for kids to delve into heartwarming narratives and build essential social skills.
Engaging Puppet Play: Racoon Adventure
The Puppet Company Long-Sleeves Racoon Hand Puppet is your child’s ticket to a world of imaginative play! This adorable glove puppet not only brings stories to life but also helps develop crucial skills like communication, creativity, and empathy. As little ones move the puppet's mouth and feet, they engage in storytelling that sharpens their verbal skills and boosts confidence. 3+ years
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Engaging Puppet Play: Racoon Adventure is a delightful glove puppet that transforms storytelling into an interactive experience, encouraging kids to express themselves and connect with others.
Realistic Pinto Foal Farm Toy
The Schleich Pinto Foal Toy is an enchanting way to introduce your children to the fascinating world of farm animals! Crafted with meticulous detail, this foal isn't just a toy—it's a tool for learning that ignites imagination and builds a love for nature. As kids engage in imaginative play, they enhance their storytelling skills, develop empathy, and foster a deeper understanding of animal life cycles. 3+ years
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Realistic Pinto Foal Farm Toy is crafted with meticulous detail, turning playtime into a lesson in compassion and nature that kids will cherish for years.
Valentine's Rubber Bracelets for Learning Fun
The Rhode Island Novelty 8" Valentine's Rubber Bracelets are not just festive accessories; they create opportunities for social emotional learning and friendship building! As kids exchange these vibrant bracelets, they're fostering important skills like empathy, kindness, and communication, making them perfect for classrooms or playdates. With a mix of cheerful colors and loving salutations, these bracelets encourage conversations about relationships and feelings among friends, enhancing their social skills in a fun and engaging way. 6+ years
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Valentine's Rubber Bracelets for Learning Fun offer cheerful colors and loving salutations that spark conversations, helping kids practice kindness and deepen their friendships while they play.
Cuddle Up with Llama Llama Red Pajama
The KIDS PREFERRED Llama Llama Red Pajama Large Stuffed Animal brings the beloved character from classic children's books right into your child's arms. This soft, cuddly companion not only comforts kids during naptime and bedtime but also encourages social-emotional development as they engage in imaginative play and navigate their feelings about the dark or new experiences. Parents will appreciate this charming plush as a delightful gift for birthdays, get well wishes, or as a cherished keepsake that grows with their child. 2-5 years
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Cuddle Up with Llama Llama Red Pajama is a delightful stuffed companion that helps kids navigate bedtime fears and feelings, making nighttime a cozier, more comforting experience.