Toys That Develop Literacy Skills

Jumbo Magnetic Lowercase Letters Set

The Learning Resources Jumbo Magnetic Lowercase Letters set is a fantastic way to introduce young learners to the world of literacy! Perfectly sized for little hands, these bright, chunky letters make recognizing letters, colors, and even spelling simple words a breeze for kids aged 3 and up. With extra vowels and consonants included, this engaging educational toy is designed to boost foundational language skills while sparking curiosity and creativity. Whether it’s for home fun, classroom activities, or as a thoughtful gift to inspire learning, this colorful letter set stands out in any educational journey! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Jumbo Magnetic Lowercase Letters Set features bright, chunky letters perfectly sized for little hands, making literacy fun while sneaking in valuable learning during playtime.

Magnetic AlphaBoard for Fun Learning

The Educational Insights Magnetic AlphaBoard Kit is the perfect companion for sparking creativity in children aged 4 and up. This dual-purpose, coated metal board invites little ones to explore letters and numbers while enhancing their literacy and math skills. With 72 magnetic letters and 27 math symbols, your child can engage in playful learning, building words and mastering equations. Plus, its portable design makes it easy to carry or hang, ensuring educational adventures can happen anywhere! 4+ years
Why we love it:
Magnetic AlphaBoard for Fun Learning features 72 magnetic letters and 27 math symbols, turning any flat surface into a mini classroom for fun and engaging learning anywhere.

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.

Engaging Flash Cards for Young Readers

The Trend Enterprises Picture Words Skill Drill Flash Cards are an exciting way to ignite a passion for reading in children aged 4 to 7. These vibrant, self-checking cards are crafted to make learning fun while effectively building essential vocabulary skills. With 96 colorful cards designed for quick sorting, they promote independent learning and confidence as kids master new words. As parents and educators, we know how important it is to create a positive learning environment, and these durable cards make reading a delightful adventure! 4-7 years
Why we love it:
Engaging Flash Cards for Young Readers are vibrant self-checking cards that transform learning vocabulary into a colorful and delightful adventure that kids can explore independently.

Jumbo Color-Coded Lowercase AlphaMagnets!

Educational Insights Color-Coded Jumbo Lowercase AlphaMagnets are the perfect addition to any home or classroom! Designed for little hands, these vibrant 2.5" magnetic letters help our tiny learners explore the world of language in a fun and interactive way. With more vowels and popular consonants, they can create words while developing essential literacy skills. The color-coding system makes it easy to identify vowels and consonants, fostering understanding and retention. Plus, the super-stick magnets ensure that learning is as effortless as pie, keeping our little ones engaged and focused during playtime! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Jumbo Color-Coded Lowercase AlphaMagnets! feature vibrant, oversized letters that make exploring language as fun as a word-building dance party on your fridge.

Engaging Color-Coded AlphaMagnets

The Educational Insights Color-Coded Lowercase AlphaMagnets set is an essential tool for little learners aged 3 and up. With 42 magnetic lowercase letters, this set makes learning to read and write fun and interactive, leveraging effective color-coding to help children distinguish between vowels and consonants effortlessly. Parents and educators will appreciate the correctly formed letters that mirror what kids learn in school, supporting early literacy skills while fostering creativity and exploration. The durable, super-stick magnets stay put during play, making cleanup a breeze and ensuring that the learning experience is as enjoyable as it is educational. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Engaging Color-Coded AlphaMagnets come with 42 magnetic lowercase letters that make learning to read and write a colorful adventure, turning education into a hands-on, delightful experience.

Engaging Learning Pocket Chart

The Learning Resources Standard Pocket Chart is a fantastic tool for kids aged 3 and up, designed to spark curiosity and interactive learning! With 10 giant see-through pockets, this chart allows children to visualize their ideas, enhance their storytelling abilities, and develop critical literacy skills. It's a staple for classroom and homeschool settings alike, offering structured ways to make learning fun and engaging, all backed by nearly 40 years of trusted educator support. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Engaging Learning Pocket Chart features 10 giant see-through pockets, turning learning into a colorful visual experience that brings storytelling and creativity to life.

Engaging Magnetic Chalkboard & Dry-Erase Board

The Melissa & Doug Magnetic Chalkboard and Dry-Erase Board is a fantastic tool for young learners aged 3 and up. With its double-sided design, children can practice their ABCs and 123s with the 36 magnetic letters and numbers while developing essential literacy and math skills. This versatile board encourages creativity and hands-on play, making it a wonderful alternative to screen time. Thoughtfully designed with a sturdy wooden frame and a convenient carry handle, it’s perfect for playdates, travel, or classroom activities, nurturing a love for learning in a fun, interactive way! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Engaging Magnetic Chalkboard & Dry-Erase Board features a double-sided design that transforms learning letters and numbers into an exciting adventure, perfect for igniting creativity without a screen.

Interactive Reading Revolution

The Humble Crew 4-Tier Kids Bookshelf is a delightful addition to your child's reading nook, perfect for fostering a love of books from a young age. With its front-facing design, this bookshelf encourages independent reading and helps children easily identify their favorite stories, nurturing literacy skills and a sense of ownership over their learning process. Made of durable materials, this charming bookshelf not only organizes books beautifully but also supports early reading habits and imaginative play—a must-have for any child’s room! 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Interactive Reading Revolution features a front-facing design that invites kids to explore their favorite tales, making reading feel like an exciting treasure hunt right in their own room.

Master Sight Words with Fun Flash Cards

Edupress Sight Words in a Flash Card Set Grades 2-3 is a fantastic tool for our little learners! With its color-coded system, this set makes mastering sight words an engaging and enjoyable experience, allowing our kids to progress at their own pace. Packed with 162 high-frequency sight words and CVC words, these cards are designed to bolster recognition and retention, ensuring our children build a strong foundation in reading. Perfect for both classroom and homeschool settings, this set helps forge essential literacy skills while keeping learning fun and interactive! 5-8 years
Why we love it:
Master Sight Words with Fun Flash Cards includes 162 high-frequency sight words that turn reading practice into a lively game, making literacy a fun and engaging adventure!

Magnetic Hangman for Fun Learning

PlayMonster Take N Play Anywhere — Hangman is the ultimate travel game that makes learning as fun as it is educational! This interactive twist on the classic hangman game helps kids aged 5 and up strengthen their spelling and vocabulary skills while fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. With its easy-to-use magnetic components, it’s perfect for car rides, waiting rooms, or family game nights. We love that the big pieces are hard for little hands to lose, making it a convenient choice for parents looking to blend education and entertainment on the go! 5+ years
Why we love it:
Magnetic Hangman for Fun Learning features easy-to-use magnetic components that make spelling practice feel like a game, turning car rides into a vocabulary adventure.

Natural Reading Adventure Awaits

The ECR4Kids Single-Sided Book Display transforms any room into a mini-library, inviting children to dive into the wonderful world of stories! With its forward-facing design, kids can easily see and select their favorite books, nurturing a love for reading while enhancing their vocabulary and comprehension skills. This sturdy, beautifully crafted bookshelf not only adds charm to any space but also plays a crucial role in developing early literacy and independence in our little ones. 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Natural Reading Adventure Awaits features a forward-facing design that turns any room into a captivating mini-library, making reading an exciting daily adventure for our little ones.

All-in-One Toddler Learning Kit

Teach My -Toys Toddler Learning Kit is the ultimate educational companion for curious little minds, designed for hands-on engagement. With 68 vibrant pieces including flashcards, puzzles, and board books, this kit fosters essential skills in literacy, numeracy, and fine motor development—all while ensuring fun bonding time through daily play. Parents can trust this resource to create a rich learning environment that encourages exploration and discovery. 2-5 years
Why we love it:
All-in-One Toddler Learning Kit, featuring 68 vibrant pieces, transforms playtime into a rich learning experience that's perfect for fostering curiosity and bonding with little ones.

Motivate Young Readers with Stickers

Eureka Classroom Decorations Cat in The Hat Reading Stickers for Kids and Educational Fun are the perfect way to celebrate and encourage reading achievements! These vibrant, colorful stickers bring a sense of fun and engagement to reading, inspiring our little ones to do their best. Each sticker features delightful encouragement that not only recognizes effort but also helps reinforce important literacy skills. Whether in the classroom or at home, these stickers serve as a delightful reward, making reading a fun and celebrated activity for our kids! 3-8 years
Why we love it:
Motivate Young Readers with Stickers includes vibrant, colorful designs that turn reading achievements into a fun celebration, inspiring our little ones to dive into books with excitement.

Create Your Own Adventure Book

The ASHLEY PRODUCTIONS Blank Chunky Thick Pages Book inspires children to unleash their creativity by writing and illustrating their own stories or games. Ideal for fostering literacy skills and self-expression, this charming book encourages young authors to develop their unique voice while enhancing fine motor skills with various writing tools. Perfect as a gift or classroom keepsake, this book celebrates every child's creativity and achievements in a fun, tactile way. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Create Your Own Adventure Book features thick, blank pages that invite kids to write and illustrate their stories, turning their imagination into a tangible treasure.

Magnetic Alphabet Adventure for Kids

The READY 2 LEARN Magnetic Alphabet is the perfect tool to ignite your child's love for letters and words! Featuring vibrant foam uppercase letters A-Z, this set makes phonics and spelling engaging and accessible for little learners. The color-coded vowels in bright yellow help children easily identify and differentiate, fostering essential literacy skills. With thick, easy-to-handle magnets, kids can enjoy countless hours of fun learning—whether they're practicing on a whiteboard at school or leaving cheerful messages on the fridge at home. Preschool
Why we love it:
Magnetic Alphabet Adventure for Kids features vibrant foam uppercase letters, turning learning into a colorful magnet playdate that makes practicing letters a cheerful family affair.

Magnetic Foam Alphabet Adventure

The Teacher Created Resources® Magnetic Foam Uppercase Letters are a fantastic tool for cultivating alphabet skills in young learners. With 40 brightly colored letters, including 27 blue consonants and 12 red vowels, these lightweight and washable foam pieces invite kids to engage in interactive play while developing literacy skills, phonemic awareness, and spelling fundamentals. Perfect for home or classroom use, they provide a hands-on, visual approach to language learning that fosters both creativity and confidence. Preschool
Why we love it:
Magnetic Foam Alphabet Adventure includes 40 brightly colored letters, making it a fun, hands-on way for kids to explore the alphabet while strengthening their literacy skills.

Ground-Level Reading Adventure

The ECR4Kids Toddler Book Display is designed to inspire a love for reading in little ones. With its accessible forward-facing slots, this bookshelf empowers children to choose their favorite stories independently, fostering organizational skills that boost confidence and self-esteem from an early age. Its unique, durable finish and child-safe features make it a wonderful addition to any playroom, inviting imagination and exploration with every book selection. 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Ground-Level Reading Adventure features accessible forward-facing slots that allow little readers to confidently choose their own books, igniting a lifelong love for storytelling and adventure.

LeapFrog Fridge Phonics Magnetic Letters

The LeapFrog Fridge Phonics Magnetic Letter Set is an exciting learning tool that makes the alphabet come alive! With 26 vibrant interactive tiles, children can sing, play, and explore the world of letters while building crucial literacy skills. Not only do kids learn letter names and sounds, but they also develop vocabulary and fine motor skills as they engage with Tad, the friendly guide who brings phonics to life. This innovative toy transforms everyday fridge time into a fun educational experience, making it a must-have for parents wanting to spark a love for reading. 2-5 years
Why we love it:
LeapFrog Fridge Phonics Magnetic Letters includes 26 vibrant interactive tiles that turn fridge time into a lively alphabet adventure, making literacy skills stick like a good fridge magnet.

Magnetic Manuscript Alphabet Lines for Learning

The Ashley Productions Magnetic Manuscript Alphabet Lines are a fantastic resource for making learning visually engaging and interactive! Perfect for young learners, these vibrant strips help children recognize letters and numbers while enhancing their literacy skills in a playful environment. Measuring 3" x 24" each, with a total of 10 feet of magnetic creativity, they stick seamlessly to metal surfaces, letting you customize your learning spaces at home or in the classroom. As parents and educators, we love how they provide a fun, hands-on approach to learning the alphabet and counting, fostering essential skills right before their eyes. Preschool
Why we love it:
Magnetic Manuscript Alphabet Lines for Learning feature 10 feet of vibrant, interactive strips that transform any space into a playful literacy playground, making learning letters and numbers a blast!

Inspire Reading with KidKraft Bookcase Nook

KidKraft Wooden Bookcase with Reading Nook is the perfect blend of functionality and fun for your little ones! Designed to create a magical reading space, this charming nook not only encourages a love for books but also fosters independence and creativity as kids organize their favorite stories. With safe seating and cozy cushions, children can dive into their imaginations while building essential literacy skills. Plus, its multifunctional design means it grows with your child, serving as a stylish storage solution and cozy bench for years to come! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Inspire Reading with KidKraft Bookcase Nook features safe seating and cozy cushions, transforming reading into a magical adventure while teaching kids how to organize their favorite stories.

Scrabble To Go: Engage Young Minds

Scrabble To Go USA is the ultimate travel companion for word lovers of all ages! Designed with travelers in mind, this compact version of the classic game supports literacy skills and vocabulary building while bringing fun to every road trip or vacation. With its secure tiles and folding gameboard, we can play without worrying about losing our place—even on bumpy rides. So whether we're lounging in a hotel or on a long journey, this game fosters friendly competition and cognitive development, making learning feel like a delight! 8+ years
Why we love it:
Scrabble To Go features secure tiles and a folding gameboard, making it the perfect way to sneak in learning and fun during our travels without losing our place (or minds).

Mickey Mouse Pillow Pet for Cozy Learning

Pillow Pets Disney Mickey Mouse is the ideal blend of comfort and companionship for kids of all ages! This enchanting plush unfolds into a cozy pillow, perfect for nap time or bedtime reading, making it a wonderful tool for fostering a love of literature. By snuggling up with Mickey during story time, children enhance their literacy skills and imagination while developing essential emotional connections. As a delightful travel buddy, this charming pet also supports relaxation and comfort during long journeys, making learning and playtime a magical experience! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Mickey Mouse Pillow Pet for Cozy Learning transforms into a plush pillow, making story time snuggly and magical while sparking a love for reading.

Boggle: The Ultimate Word Challenge

Boggle Classic Game is a fantastic way to ignite passion for language learning in kids aged 8 and up. This exciting word search game encourages quick thinking, vocabulary expansion, and cognitive flexibility as players race against the clock to find words in every direction. Perfect for family game nights, Boggle not only fosters friendly competition but also cultivates essential literacy skills that support ongoing education. 8+ years
Why we love it:
Boggle: The Ultimate Word Challenge invites players to race against the clock while diving into a fun-filled world of words—a fantastic way to make literacy exciting!