Toys That Develop Problem Solving
Our Top 5 Picks
Cat Mario Plush: Learning Through Play!
The Little Buddy Toys Cat Mario 10" Plush is the perfect companion for children aged 7 and up, merging playtime with creativity and learning. This charming plush not only sparks imaginative adventures but also encourages problem-solving skills as kids recreate their favorite gaming moments. With a tactile design that invites hugs and interactive storytelling, this plush is an excellent addition to any educational play environment, helping foster social skills and emotional intelligence. 7+ years
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Cat Mario Plush features a tactile design that invites hugs and inspires kids to recreate their favorite gaming adventures, making learning feel like a cozy cuddle fest.
Magnetic Learning Letters & Numbers Set
The Learning Resources Magnetic Letter and Number Construction Set is a treasure trove of educational fun for kiddos aged 4 and up! With 262 soft foam magnetic pieces, this set sparks a love for literacy and numeracy as children explore uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers while engaged in hands-on activities. Imagine small group learning sessions where your child sharpens their fine motor skills and boosts cognitive development through interactive play, making learning an exciting adventure. 4+ years
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Magnetic Learning Letters & Numbers Set includes 262 soft foam pieces, turning learning into a tactile adventure that makes language and math feel like child's play!
Build & Discover with Lamborghini Aventador
Maisto Assembly Line Lamborghini Aventador Roadster Die Cast Model Kit is an exciting hands-on experience for children who love cars and construction. This model kit not only ignites creativity but also enhances fine motor skills as kids manipulate the die-cast metal and plastic parts. The unique design features working steering and opening doors, which sparks imaginative play while teaching basic engineering concepts. 8+ years
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Build & Discover with Lamborghini Aventador features working steering and opening doors, turning car assembly into a thrilling lesson in engineering and creativity that kids can drive into adventure.
Oversized Module Blocks for Creative Play
The Children's Factory 12" Module Blocks, Set A is an incredible tool for fostering creativity and teamwork among children. Designed for little architects, these oversized foam blocks encourage collaborative play, helping kids learn to share ideas and solve problems together while constructing magnificent structures. Made from durable vegan leather, these colorful blocks endure endless imaginative adventures, making them a favorite in playrooms and daycares alike. 2-5 years
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Oversized Module Blocks for Creative Play, designed for little architects, transform every play session into a vibrant opportunity for teamwork and innovative construction.
Build & Paint Your Own Wooden Birdhouse
The Made By Me Build & Paint Your Own Wooden Bird House kit is a delightful way for kids to explore their creativity while connecting with nature. This engaging DIY project not only fosters artistic expression as little ones paint vibrant colors to attract various birds, but it also enhances fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through the enjoyable assembly process. We, as parents and educators, understand the importance of screen-free activities, and this kit offers a perfect blend of art, science, and outdoor exploration—transforming any garden or yard into a lively birdwatching haven! 5+ years
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Build & Paint Your Own Wooden Birdhouse kit offers a hands-on project where kids can unleash their creativity while inviting feathered friends to their backyard art installation.
Ultralight Airplanes STEM Adventure
Thames & Kosmos Ultralight Airplanes STEM Experiment Kit invites kids aged 8 and up to dive into the incredible world of flight! With this versatile kit, they will construct five unique gliders, using ultralight plastic and bamboo to explore various wing designs and configurations. We know how vital hands-on learning is, and this kit brilliantly combines creativity and science to teach children about aerodynamics and the principles of lift. 8+ years
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Ultralight Airplanes STEM Adventure invites kids to construct five unique gliders, transforming learning about flight into an exciting hands-on experience that sends their imaginations soaring.
Exciting Indoor/Outdoor Play Slide
The Step2 Play & Fold Junior Slide brings the exhilarating fun of the playground right to your backyard or playroom! Designed for toddlers aged 1. 5 to 4 years, this slide encourages active play, helping little ones build muscle strength and improve their fine motor skills as they climb and slide. 1.5-4 years
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Exciting Indoor/Outdoor Play Slide features an easy-grip ladder that makes active play accessible, providing endless opportunities for little ones to explore their adventurous spirit safely.
Engaging Interchangeable Spinning Gears Set
Constructive Playthings Interchangeable Spinning Gears brings a whirlwind of fun and learning to little hands! This vibrant 12-piece set invites our toddlers to explore basic mechanics while enhancing fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities. As they match the gears to the fixed axes on the sturdy wooden base, they engage in critical thinking and creativity, paving the way for STEM learning as they create unique combinations. 18 months and up
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Engaging Interchangeable Spinning Gears Set includes 12 vibrant pieces that turn playtime into a hands-on lesson in mechanics, ensuring hours of inventive fun and learning.
Unlock Creativity with Quadrilla Marble Catchers!
Hape Quadrilla Marble Catchers Trays (Set of 2) ignite a world of wonder and creativity! As we dive into 3-dimensional thinking, these trays empower our children to build captivating structures that are not only fun but also educational. They're fantastic for developing critical skills like problem-solving and spatial awareness, all while our little ones happily watch marbles race through their creations. 4+ years
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Unlock Creativity with Quadrilla Marble Catchers! includes two trays that let kids build vibrant structures, turning playtime into a thrilling race of marbles and imagination.
Base Ten Blocks for Math Mastery
The Learning Resources Base Ten Blocks Smart Pack is a fantastic tool for kids aged 5 and up to dive into the world of early math skills! These colorful, hands-on blocks make understanding base ten concepts a fun adventure, whether in small groups or individual study. As parents and educators, we know how crucial a solid foundation in math is for future success in STEM fields. 5+ years
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Base Ten Blocks for Math Mastery includes colorful, hands-on blocks that transform abstract math concepts into tangible fun, making learning math feel like a joyful adventure.
Eco-Friendly Fun with Green Toys Helicopter
Green Toys Helicopter is an exceptional choice for encouraging imaginative play while developing fine motor skills. Made from 100% recycled plastic, this helicopter not only sparks creativity but also teaches our little ones about being eco-conscious. Parents and educators can feel good knowing there are no harmful chemicals like BPA or phthalates involved. 2-5 years
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Eco-Friendly Fun with Green Toys Helicopter is made from 100% recycled plastic, making playtime a green adventure while helping our little ones develop essential motor skills.
Green Toys Helicopter: Eco-Friendly Fun
Green Toys Helicopter is the perfect blend of eco-consciousness and imaginative play! Made from 100% recycled plastic, this vibrant blue and green toy allows our little ones to take to the skies while nurturing an understanding of sustainability. As they pilot their helicopter through imaginary adventures, children develop essential skills like problem-solving and creativity. 2-5 years
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Green Toys Helicopter, made from 100% recycled plastic, lets kids soar through playful adventures while instilling a love for sustainability and safe play.
Bristle Blocks for Creative Builders
Bristle Blocks are the ultimate building adventure for toddlers aged 2 and up! With 36 soft, interlocking pieces that can connect at any angle, your little architect can explore their creativity while honing important skills like hand-eye coordination and fine motor development. The included wheels add an extra layer of fun, transforming their creations into rolling vehicles that zoom around the room. 2+ years
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Bristle Blocks for Creative Builders includes 36 soft, interlocking pieces that let toddlers explore creativity and build skills while their imaginations zoom into action.
Fun Learning with Donuts Jigsaw Puzzle
EuroGraphics Donuts Jigsaw Puzzle is a delightful way to spark creativity and learning! As we put together this 1000-piece puzzle featuring scrumptious donuts, we’re not just engaging in a fun activity—we're also enhancing our fine motor skills and boosting our picture recognition abilities. The unique part shapes and strong, durable pieces ensure a smooth and enjoyable assembling experience for kids and adults alike. 8+ years
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Fun Learning with Donuts Jigsaw Puzzle includes 1000 vibrant pieces, making it a tasty way to sharpen critical thinking and enjoy family bonding over a shared challenge.
Unlock Critical Thinking with V-CUBE 6b
V-CUBE 6b is the ultimate tactile challenge designed to pique curiosity and stimulate developing minds! With its intriguing cube design, children can explore spatial awareness, enhance problem-solving skills, and embrace patience through engaging play. As parents or educators, we appreciate how this classic toy encourages critical thinking and dexterity, turning playtime into a valuable learning experience. 8+ years
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V-CUBE 6b's intriguing cube design transforms problem-solving into an engaging tactile experience, making critical thinking feel like an exciting adventure in every twist and turn.
Build and Learn with Gengar!
The Nanoblock - Pokémon - Gengar Building Kit invites kids aged 8 and up to dive into a world of creativity and concentration. As they assemble this micro-sized Pokémon, children enhance their fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem-solving abilities while experiencing the satisfaction of constructing an intricate model. This not only fuels their imagination but also cultivates patience and a sense of accomplishment—a perfect educational choice for spirited builders and Pokémon fans alike! 8+ years
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Build and Learn with Gengar! features a micro-sized Pokémon building kit that inspires creativity and delivers the sweet satisfaction of creating something unique and intricate.
Creative Charizard Building Challenge
Nanoblock - Pokémon - Charizard is not just a building kit; it's a creative adventure for aspiring builders aged 15 and up! This 200-piece set hones critical thinking, patience, and fine motor skills as your young builder constructs this detailed, 3D representation of one of the most iconic Pokémon. With its thoughtful design and intricate details, this engaging experience fosters creativity while doubling as a stunning display piece at the end. 15+ years
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Creative Charizard Building Challenge includes 200 pieces that transform building into a fun test of creativity and skill, perfect for proudly displaying a Pokémon masterpiece!
Challenging 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Fun
The Buffalo Games - Peter Stewart - Cinque Terre - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle is a fantastic way for adults to engage in some quality time together. Puzzle-solving fosters critical thinking and patience, making it an excellent activity for family game nights or quiet weekends at home. Working on this beautifully illustrated puzzle not only enhances visual-spatial skills but also strengthens problem-solving abilities through strategy and collaboration. Adult
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Challenging 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Fun features a beautifully illustrated scene that turns family time into a delightful team effort, enhancing strategic thinking and bonding in the process.
Exciting Crystal Growing Science Kit
The 4M 7 Crystal Growing Science Experimental Kit with Display Cases is an incredible hands-on experience for kids aged 10 and up. This kit not only sparks a love for science and geology but also enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills as children perform engaging experiments to grow spectacular crystals. With easy-to-follow instructions and the thrill of watching their creations bloom, this kit is a perfect educational gift that encourages curiosity and exploration. 10+ years
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Exciting Crystal Growing Science Kit includes easy-to-follow instructions for growing spectacular crystals, making science feel less like homework and more like magic right at home.
Gravity Maze Logic Adventure
ThinkFun Gravity Maze is an exhilarating journey for young minds aged 8-12 that combines the thrill of marble mazes with critical STEM learning. This engaging game challenges kids to engineer their pathways and solve puzzles while boosting their problem-solving and strategic thinking skills. As parents and educators, we love how it fosters a sense of creativity and collaboration, turning learning into an exciting adventure at home or in the classroom. 8-12 years
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Gravity Maze Logic Adventure introduces thrilling marble mazes that transform critical STEM learning into a captivating puzzle journey, encouraging kids to dream big and strategize boldly.
Empower Imagination with Police Officer Costume
California Costumes Girls Police Officer Costume is a fantastic way to spark imagination and role-play among our children! This dress not only looks adorable with its classic design but also encourages kids to explore their creative side and understand community roles. As they don the badge and pretend to keep the peace, they develop essential skills in problem-solving, empathy, and teamwork. 8-10 years
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Empower Imagination with Police Officer Costume features an adorable classic design that encourages creative exploration and helps kids understand important community roles while having a blast.
Ravensburger Eiffel Tower 3D Puzzle
The Ravensburger Eiffel Tower - Night Edition is a delightful blend of fun and education for both kids and adults. This 216-piece 3D jigsaw puzzle not only sparks creativity and enhances spatial awareness, but it also encourages critical thinking as builders discover how each piece fits together with a satisfying 'click. ' Once completed, it transforms into a stunning display model that brings a piece of Paris into your home—perfect for sparking conversations about geography, architecture, and culture. 8+ years
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Ravensburger Eiffel Tower 3D Puzzle features 216 pieces that click together, creating a stunning model that turns puzzle-solving into a captivating lesson about culture and architecture.
Hot Wheels Track Set: Custom Fun for Kids
Hot Wheels Toy Car Straight Track Set with 37 Component Building Parts & 1:64 Scale Vehicle is every child's dream toy! This fantastic set inspires creativity as kids design their own race tracks, learning about spatial awareness and engineering principles in the process. With 18 track connectors and a variety of track lengths, your little ones can explore concepts like gravity, momentum, and force while having endless fun. 5-10 years
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Hot Wheels Track Set: Custom Fun for Kids includes 37 component building parts, allowing kids to design unique race tracks while sneaking in valuable lessons about gravity and momentum.
Very Hungry Caterpillar Gel Soother
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Gel Soother is the perfect companion for your little one during their teething journey! This delightful toy not only soothes baby’s gums but also introduces them to a beloved storybook character that has spurred imaginations for generations. As parents, we appreciate how it fosters sensory exploration and provides comfort in a variety of settings—whether in the car, stroller, or during naptime. 0-12 months
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Very Hungry Caterpillar Gel Soother not only soothes baby’s gums but also introduces a beloved storybook character, making teething a tad more delightful and imaginative.