Toys That Develop Imaginative Play

Engaging Storytelling Puzzle Adventure

Carson Dellosa Learning to Sequence Pre-Reading Puzzle Game Set for Kids is a fantastic way for our little ones to enhance their communication and critical thinking skills through imaginative play. With 48 vibrant photo-based puzzle pieces that create 12 different real-life sequential scenes, children are invited to think strategically as they figure out what comes next. This hands-on activity not only fosters storytelling abilities but also encourages teamwork, whether at home or in the classroom. Plus, the bilingual resource guide makes it accessible for diverse learners, ensuring that every child gets to experience the joys of storytelling! PreK - 1st grade
Why we love it:
Engaging Storytelling Puzzle Adventure includes 48 vibrant photo-based pieces that transform storytelling into a collaborative puzzle-solving quest for kids, making learning fun and interactive!

Candy Land: Sweet Adventures Await!

Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom of Sweet Adventures Board Game for Kids is a delightful way to introduce your little ones to the world of board games! It's not just about racing to the castle; it helps children develop essential skills like color recognition, turn-taking, and following simple rules—all while they embark on a whimsical journey through a land of candy and fun. With no reading required, even the youngest players can join in the excitement and build confidence as they navigate their cute gingerbread man pawn along the colorful path. Join us and create sweet memories as we watch our kids spark their imagination and enjoy friendly competition in this classic game! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Candy Land: Sweet Adventures Await! features no reading required, allowing even the youngest players to confidently race their gingerbread man pawns through a land of colorful fun.

Curved Wooden Tracks for Creative Journeys

BRIO World 33342 - Large Curved Wooden Tracks is the perfect way to expand your child's railway adventures! As parents and educators, we know that imaginative play is key to development, and this 4-piece set truly inspires creativity. Not only do these tracks enhance existing BRIO collections, but they also help little ones understand spatial relationships and problem-solving as they build and navigate their own train worlds. Plus, with rigorous safety testing, we can feel confident in watching our children explore while they learn through play! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Curved Wooden Tracks for Creative Journeys includes four pieces that help little engineers explore spatial relationships while crafting their own unique railway worlds.

Expand Your Imagination with BRIO Tracks

BRIO World 33341-4 Piece Long Straight Wooden Train Tracks are the perfect addition to your child’s railway adventure! As parents and educators, we understand how crucial it is to nurture creativity and problem-solving skills in young learners. These beautifully crafted tracks not only enhance any BRIO railway set, extending playtime possibilities, but also provide a hands-on way for kids to explore their environments. Watching children construct their own expansive train routes sparks joy and innovation, making learning an exciting journey! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Expand Your Imagination with BRIO Tracks includes beautifully crafted wooden tracks that inspire kids to build creative train routes, turning playtime into a hands-on engineering adventure.

BRIO Two-Way Interactive Train Engine

The BRIO 33594 World Two-Way Battery-Operated Engine sparks joy and learning in young minds! Ideal for children ages 3 and up, this enchanting train not only lights up but also moves forward and backward with a simple push. As our little ones engage with this toy, they're developing critical thinking and spatial awareness while nurturing their imagination through play. With compatibility across the extensive BRIO railway collection, kids can expand their interactive train adventures, making it a gift that grows with them! 3+ years
Why we love it:
BRIO Two-Way Interactive Train Engine lights up and moves forward and backward, turning every playtime into a journey of discovery and learning.

Pacific Play Tents Kids Dome Tent Fun

The Pacific Play Tents Kids 'Me Too' Dome Tent Playhouse is a vibrant and engaging space for your little ones to explore and create their own adventures. Designed for children and their friends, this roomy playhouse encourages imaginative play and social interaction, promoting essential developmental skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. With its breathable mesh panels and sturdy construction, parents can feel confident while supervising their kids as they crawl, climb, and pretend. This tent inspires creativity and active play, making it a delightful addition to any playtime routine. 2-8 years
Why we love it:
Pacific Play Tents Kids Dome Tent Fun features breathable mesh panels and sturdy construction, providing a safe, colorful haven for adventure and creativity to flourish.

Lil Nursery Tent: Safe Playtime Anywhere!

Pacific Play Tents Lil Nursery is the perfect portable play tent and sun shelter for your little ones. Designed with infants and toddlers in mind, this charming tent creates an inviting space that encourages imaginative play and sensory exploration. With two mesh side-walls and a roll-up door, kids can stay cool while parents can keep an eye on them, fostering a sense of security and independence. Its UV-treated fabric ensures protection from the sun while the durable waterproof floor makes it ideal for outdoor adventures or cozy indoor hideouts. This tent nurtures creativity and develops social skills as siblings and friends gather inside to share stories and games together! 0-3 years
Why we love it:
Lil Nursery Tent's UV-treated fabric and roll-up door create the perfect inviting space for little ones to share stories and foster creativity while keeping cool in the sun.

Adventure Awaits with the Red Stable Set

The Stablemates Red Stable Set with Two Horses opens a world of imaginative play for children. This engaging set not only nurtures creativity but also builds essential skills such as problem-solving and fine motor development as kids arrange their barn, fences, and accessories. With its award-winning design, this set encourages storytelling and social interaction, making it a smart choice for parents and educators aiming to enhance playtime with meaningful learning experiences. 4-10 years
Why we love it:
Adventure Awaits with the Red Stable Set includes two horses, fostering storytelling and teamwork while turning playtime into a thrilling journey of imagination.

Cooking Fun with Pretend & Play Set

Learning Resources Pretend & Play Cooking Set is the perfect way to spark your child's imagination in the kitchen! With 10 colorful pieces, including a cheerful tea kettle and fun frying pan, children will develop essential imaginative play skills as they whip up delightful storylines and scenarios. This vibrant cookware set fosters creativity and encourages expressive play, making it a fantastic choice for toddlers and preschoolers. As fellow parents, we know that toys like this not only entertain but also build important skills like problem-solving and social interaction—perfect for learning through play! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Cooking Fun with Pretend & Play Set includes 10 colorful pieces that unleash creativity while fostering essential skills, all from the comfort of your very own play kitchen!

Calico Critters Sleepover Fun Set

The Calico Critters Stack N Play Beds Furniture Set brings sleepover fun to life! This engaging set, complete with rustic bunk beds and cozy accessories, encourages imaginative role play, fostering social skills and storytelling abilities in children. By integrating this interactive furniture into their Calico Critters environments, kids can explore real-life scenarios and enhance their problem-solving skills as they create delightful adventures with friends. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Calico Critters Sleepover Fun Set features rustic bunk beds and cozy accessories that spark endless adventures, helping kids weave stories while building friendships and lots of laughter.

Whirling Gear Fun for Little Minds

TOMY Gearation Refrigerator Magnets are a delightful way to spark creativity in children aged 3 and up. These vibrant, interlocking gear magnets not only engage little hands but also promote essential skills like fine motor development, problem-solving, and imaginative play. The dynamic spinning and turning motion captivates kids, making learning a joyful experience that kids and parents can enjoy together! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Whirling Gear Fun for Little Minds features vibrant, interlocking gear magnets that turn playtime into an engaging learning experience, making creativity and problem-solving spin into action.

Crayola Washable Kids Paint Fun

Crayola Washable Kids Paint invites creative exploration for our young artists! This vibrant set, featuring six classic colors, not only sparks imagination but also supports essential fine motor skills as children learn to hold brushes and mix colors. With its worry-free, washable formula, parents can relax as their kids unleash their creativity, making cleanup a breeze. An ideal addition to at-home activities or classroom projects, this non-toxic paint is perfect for nurturing creative expression in a safe environment. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Crayola Washable Kids Paint features a worry-free, washable formula, allowing our little Picassos to explore their imagination without the stress of cleanup chaos around the house.

Big Dig Outdoor Excavator Toy

The Big Dig Outdoor Toy Excavator Digger Playset is perfect for our little builders aged 3 and up. With its user-friendly controls and 360-degree rotation, children can truly immerse themselves in imaginative play as they shift sand, dirt, and even snow! Not only does this sturdy excavator encourage outdoor fun, but it also helps kids develop essential life skills like manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. As parents and educators, we can appreciate how this engaging toy inspires creativity and active play, making it a favorite for any backyard, beach, or playground adventure! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Big Dig Outdoor Excavator Toy features user-friendly controls that let little builders shift sand and dirt, turning outdoor spaces into construction zones full of creativity and active fun.

Explore Medicine with a Real Stethoscope!

Learning Resources Stethoscope lets little ones dive into the exciting world of medicine! This engaging pretend play toy not only fuels imagination but also provides a hands-on introduction to how our hearts work by allowing kids to listen to their own heartbeat. As parents and educators, we know how important it is to make doctor visits less intimidating; this fun role-playing experience helps ease anxieties while building empathy and curiosity. At 29 inches long, it’s perfectly sized for aspiring young doctors who are eager to explore their future careers! 5+ years
Why we love it:
Explore Medicine with a Real Stethoscope! lets little ones listen to their own heartbeat, turning everyday moments into a fun introduction to empathy and the wonders of medicine.

Intex Whale Inflatable Pool Float

The Intex Whale Inflatable Pool Float brings the joy of imaginative play right into your backyard pool! Designed for kids aged 3 and up, this playful float encourages outdoor activity while helping develop balance and coordination as they ride the waves of their imagination. With heavy-duty handles providing security and stability, kids can confidently explore the water—perfect for enhancing their swimming skills. Plus, the two air chambers ensure extra safety, making this float an excellent choice for parents eager to provide fun, engaging, and developmentally beneficial experiences for their little ones. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Intex Whale Inflatable Pool Float features heavy-duty handles for security, making it a splash-tastic way for kids to develop essential swimming skills while unleashing their imaginations.

Magnetic Action Crossing: Fun & Learning!

BRIO World 33750 - Magnetic Action Crossing is an exciting addition to any wooden train set! We find that this interactive toy enhances kids' hand-eye coordination while they engage in creative play. As trains approach, the magical barriers lower automatically, keeping our little ones on their toes and fueling their imagination! Perfect for ages 3 and up, this sustainable accessory is not just a gift—it's a stepping stone in developing essential skills during playtime. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Magnetic Action Crossing features automatic barriers that engage kids' imaginations while they enhance hand-eye coordination—it's like a mini traffic control tower for their train adventures!

Colorful Counting Stacking Cups

The First Years Stack & Count Stacking Cups is an engaging set designed to elevate bath time into a fun learning experience for babies and toddlers. With bright colors and easy-to-stack cups, children aged 9 months and up can develop crucial skills like counting, hand-eye coordination, and sensory exploration while enjoying imaginative water play. Each cup encourages creativity, making it a favorite for parents seeking educational toys that double as bath time excitement. 9 months and up
Why we love it:
Colorful Counting Stacking Cups feature bright colors and easy-to-stack designs, transforming bath time into a learning splash zone that makes counting a whole lot wetter and wilder!

Hunt Seat Saddle Adventure Set

The Breyer Traditional Devon Hunt Seat Saddle Horse Toy Accessory is a wonderful way to encourage imaginative play and storytelling in children. Ideal for those with a passion for horses, this saddle promotes understanding of equestrian skills including riding techniques and safety, while enhancing fine motor skills as they fit it onto their Breyer horses. Parents and educators will appreciate how this accessory inspires creativity and teaches responsibility, making it more than just a toy—it's a gateway to adventures in learning. 5+ years
Why we love it:
Hunt Seat Saddle Adventure Set includes a detailed saddle that sparks creativity and helps kids learn about equestrian techniques while igniting adventurous narratives with their Breyer horses.

Galt Toys Soft Blocks: Fun Learning Adventure

Galt Toys Soft Blocks (Set of 6) are the perfect play companions for your little ones! Designed not just for fun, these soft and lightweight blocks introduce children to a world of matching, stacking, and imaginative play with 12 adorable animal pairs. As they squeeze, throw, and build, your child will develop essential hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills while also learning numbers 1 through 6. Plus, with the included PVC carrying bag, cleanup is a breeze! Let the learning through play begin! 6 months and up
Why we love it:
Galt Toys Soft Blocks feature 12 adorable animal pairs that make learning numbers 1 through 6 a playful and cuddly experience, transforming every building session into an adventure!

Creative Play with Tool Kit Set

The Melissa & Doug Take-Along Tool Kit Wooden Construction Toy is a fantastic way for young builders to unleash their creativity! With 24 sturdy wooden pieces including nails, screws, and play tools, this set is perfect for fostering hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills in preschoolers aged 3 to 6. As parents and educators, we love that it encourages screen-free play while helping little ones explore counting, sorting, and color recognition. This tool kit isn’t just a toy; it’s a gateway to imaginative construction and hands-on learning! 3-6 years
Why we love it:
Creative Play with Tool Kit Set includes 24 sturdy wooden pieces that turn crafting into a delightful learning adventure, making screen-free play both educational and fun.

Breyer Vet Playtime Adventures

The Breyer Traditional Veterinarian with Vet Kit is an engaging way for children to explore the world of veterinary care and animal welfare. With fully articulated figure Laura and her array of accessories, kids will develop empathy, fine motor skills, and problem-solving abilities as they care for their Breyer herd. This educational toy nurtures imaginative play while introducing children to the important role of veterinarians in animal health. 5+ years
Why we love it:
Breyer Vet Playtime Adventures includes a fully articulated figure and vet kit, immersing kids in the world of animal care while fostering compassion and creativity.

Melissa & Doug Pizza Party Play Set

The Melissa & Doug Pizza Party Wooden Play Food Set is every little chef's dream! With six sliceable wooden pizza slices and over 54 colorful toppings, children can dive into imaginative pretend play while honing essential skills like creativity and sharing. This set effortlessly combines fun with learning, as kids practice their cutting skills and explore concepts like fractions and counting during meal prep. Plus, the play set comes complete with a convenient storage box, making cleanup a breeze for busy parents like us! 3-5 years
Why we love it:
Melissa & Doug Pizza Party Play Set features six sliceable pizza pieces, offering kids a delicious way to explore fractions while flexing their creative culinary skills.

Colorful Stacking Train Fun!

The Melissa & Doug Stacking Train is a delightful wooden toy designed for toddlers aged 2 to 4 years. This charming train set not only captivates little ones with its vibrant, colorful blocks but also encourages essential skills like color and shape recognition. As children stack the blocks onto the engine and train cars, they're developing their hand-eye coordination and engaging in imaginative play, all while enjoying valuable screen-free time. We love how this classic toy blends education with fun, making it a fantastic gift choice for young learners! 2-4 years
Why we love it:
Colorful Stacking Train Fun! features vibrant, colorful blocks that make learning shapes and colors a delightful experience, ensuring kids stay engaged while building essential skills.

Engaging Wooden ABC/123 Blocks for Kids

The Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden ABC/123 1-Inch Blocks Set with Storage Pouch is a delightful addition to any child's toy collection. With 50 beautifully crafted wooden blocks featuring vibrant letters, numbers, and charming pictures, this set encourages hands-on learning through stacking, sorting, and matching. We love how it promotes essential early literacy and numeracy skills in our little ones while providing hours of screen-free, imaginative play. As parents and educators, we know this exceptional quality set makes a fantastic gift for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2 to 5, laying the groundwork for a love of learning! 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Engaging Wooden ABC/123 Blocks for Kids includes 50 beautifully crafted blocks that transform learning letters and numbers into a fun stacking and sorting adventure for early learners.