Toys That Develop Problem Solving
Our Top 5 Picks
Crack Open Crystal Geodes Adventure
The National Geographic Break Open 10 Premium Geodes kit is a thrilling journey into the world of geology for kids aged 8 and up. With protective goggles and display stands included, our kids can safely unleash their inner geologist and discover stunning crystal treasures hidden within each geode. This hands-on STEM science kit not only ignites curiosity but also fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills as our little explorers carefully break open their natural rock specimens. 8+ years
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Crack Open Crystal Geodes Adventure includes protective goggles for safe exploration, turning rock breaking into an exciting and educational science experience that sparks wonder about the Earth's treasures.
Crack Open Nature’s Treasures
The NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Break Open 15 Premium Geodes Science Kit invites children to embark on an exciting journey of discovery by cracking open real geodes to reveal stunning crystals inside. This hands-on STEM activity not only fosters a love for nature and geology but also enhances critical thinking skills, as kids learn about the science behind these natural wonders through the detailed learning guide. Ideal for curious minds, this kit promotes exploration, creativity, and a sense of wonder about the world around us. 8+ years
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Crack Open Nature’s Treasures includes real geodes for kids to crack open, turning geology into a thrilling treasure hunt that sparks their curiosity and wonder for the natural world.
National Geographic Mega Gemstone Dig Adventure
The National Geographic Mega Gemstone Dig Kit offers an exciting journey into the world of geology as kids excavate 15 real gemstones and crystals. This hands-on activity not only sparks curiosity and wonder but also develops fine motor skills, patience, and observational abilities through the thrill of discovery. Ideal for parents and educators seeking to blend fun with education, this kit makes learning about Earth sciences an engaging treasure hunt! 6+ years
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National Geographic Mega Gemstone Dig Adventure includes 15 real gemstones, making geology feel like an exhilarating treasure hunt that encourages patience and a love for discovery.
Excavate History with Fossil Fun!
The National Geographic Mega Fossil Dig Kit invites kids to dig up 15 genuine prehistoric fossils, sparking a fascination with paleontology. This engaging activity not only hours of hands-on exploration but also develops critical thinking, fine motor skills, and a love for science in young learners. Ideal for curious minds, this kit reinforces STEM education while making learning an exciting adventure. 6+ years
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Excavate History with Fossil Fun! includes 15 genuine prehistoric fossils that let kids dig into a hands-on adventure while fueling their curiosity about the past. It transforms the backyard—or living room—into a paleontological dig site, combining excitement with education. Plus, who wouldn’t want to watch their little ones sparkle with glee as they unearth treasures from ages ago, instead of just digging in the garden for rocks?
Ladybug Glitter Poppers: Fun & Interactive Play
Fun Express Ladybug Glitter Popper Toy Set brings excitement and joy to any celebration! These delightful poppers are perfect for encouraging curious minds and developing fine motor skills as children learn to turn them inside out and watch them spring up. Ideal for birthday parties, classrooms, or family gatherings, this colorful set not only provides active, engaging play but also sparks laughter and social interaction among kids. 3+ years
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Ladybug Glitter Poppers encourage kids to turn them inside out and spring them up, making celebrations a riot of laughter and engagement that brightens every gathering.
Unleash Creativity with Cape Cod House Kit
Walthers, Inc. Cape Cod House Kit is the perfect blend of creativity and learning for young builders. This charming model not only engages kids in hands-on construction but also hones their fine motor skills and spatial awareness as they piece together its intricate structure. 8+ years
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Unleash Creativity with Cape Cod House Kit includes customizable roof styles and wall options, turning each project into a unique masterpiece while inspiring creativity and architectural thought.
Montana Rail Link HO Scale Tank Car
Walthers Trainline HO Scale Model Tank Car Montana Rail Link #100016 is an exciting addition to any young builder's collection! This beautifully crafted tank car, with its realistic paint scheme and sturdy metal wheels, encourages imaginative play while teaching kids about railways and engineering concepts. As they engage in hands-on creativity, children enhance their fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem-solving abilities. 8+ years
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Montana Rail Link HO Scale Tank Car features realistic paint and sturdy metal wheels, making it a fantastic tool for sparking curiosity about trains while enhancing creative play.
Classic Car Play for Creative Minds
The 1949 Mercury Eight Coupe, Black, is not just a stunning diecast model; it's a gateway to learning about automotive history and engineering principles for children aged 8 and up. With features like openable doors, hood, and trunk, this model fosters fine motor skills and encourages imaginative play. As kids explore the details of this classic vehicle, they gain insights into design and function, making it an engaging addition to any educational toy collection. 8+ years
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Classic Car Play for Creative Minds features openable doors and hood, enabling kids to engage in hands-on exploration of automotive history while flexing their creativity.
Unlock Creativity with Pet Shop Stickers!
Melissa & Doug Pet Shop Puffy Sticker Set is an exciting way for kids to embark on a pet-themed adventure! With 115 reusable stickers and 10 colorful scenes, children can mix and match their favorite pets and accessories while enhancing their fine motor skills and communication. As we help our little ones create delightful worlds, we also teach them about imaginative play and storytelling. 3+ years
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Unlock Creativity with Pet Shop Stickers! features 115 reusable stickers that let kids design their own pet scenarios, making storytelling as fun as a day at the pet park.
Explore with Birdhouse Village Puzzle Fun
White Mountain Puzzles Birdhouse Village is the perfect way to bring your family together for quality screen-free time! As we piece together this vibrant scene featuring an assortment of delightful birds scouting their new homes, we’re not just having fun; we're also enhancing our fine motor skills, boosting hand-eye coordination, and sharpening our problem-solving abilities. Artist Lois B. 7+ years
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Explore with Birdhouse Village Puzzle Fun features 500 colorful pieces that turn family time into a delightful blend of art and learning about nature in every twist and turn.
WIKKI STIX Animal Adventure Awaits
WIKKI STIX Animal Activity Pak is the perfect blend of fun and education for our little ones! Featuring 12 engaging zoo animals, each activity pak allows kids to create their own animal masterpiece while learning fascinating facts. Who knew a giraffe’s tongue could be almost 2 feet long? 3+ years
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WIKKI STIX Animal Adventure Awaits includes 12 engaging zoo animals that allow kids to create while learning quirky facts, transforming downtime into a mini safari of discovery.
Engaging Learning with Bucket Balance
hand2mind Plastic Bucket Balance for Kids Ages 5-8 is a delightful hands-on tool that transforms the way our little ones learn about weight and measurement! Designed with two clear ½ liter buckets featuring easy-pour spouts, our kids can experiment and discover the world of mass right before their eyes. This practical balance not only makes math and science come alive but also promotes active engagement, ensuring that 75% of the content sticks in their minds. 5-8 years
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Engaging Learning with Bucket Balance transforms math and science into hands-on fun with two clear buckets featuring easy-pour spouts, making learning an exciting pourfect experiment!
Hand2Mind Fake Money Coin Kit Fun
Hand2Mind Fake Money Coin Kit is an exciting opportunity for kids to dive into the world of money management and financial literacy! With 500 detailed and realistic plastic coins, this set not only brings pretend play to life but also supports vital learning experiences. As we engage our children in counting, sorting, and making changes, we’re helping them develop essential math skills while they play! 3+ years
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Hand2Mind Fake Money Coin Kit includes 500 realistic plastic coins that make mastering financial literacy feel like a game, blending fun with essential life skills.
Realistic Learning with Play Money Coins
The hand2mind Fake Money Coin Assorted Set is an engaging way for kids to dive into the world of money management and math. This realistic set of 96 colorful plastic coins not only introduces financial literacy but also hones counting skills, problem-solving, and social play during imaginative scenarios. Parents and educators love how this durable, toy money enhances hands-on learning in classrooms and homes alike, making money concepts tangible and fun! 5-10 years
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Realistic Learning with Play Money Coins includes 96 colorful plastic coins that turn money concepts into a fun, hands-on adventure, making math feel like real-life play.
Explore Shapes with GeoSolids Learning Set
Mini Plastic GeoSolids Relational Shapes are an exciting way for kids to dive into the world of geometry! This set of 32 durable blocks encourages hands-on exploration of surface area, volume, and geometric relationships, making it perfect for small groups or individual learning. Parents and educators will appreciate how these engaging shapes not only develop spatial awareness and critical thinking but also foster collaborative play as children work together to understand their surroundings. 5-12 years
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Explore Shapes with GeoSolids Learning Set includes 32 durable blocks that make understanding geometry feel like a collaborative adventure, sparking curiosity and teamwork among little learners.
Learn Time with the Mini Geared Clock!
hand2mind Plastic Mini Geared Clock is a fantastic tool for introducing children to the world of telling time. Designed with colorful, large numbers and movable hands, this easy-to-read clock helps kids grasp the essential concepts of time with fun and engagement. With color-coded hands – red for hours and blue for minutes – it fosters intuitive understanding and strengthens math skills. 5-8 years
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Learn Time with the Mini Geared Clock features colorful, large numbers and movable hands, making mastering time telling both engaging and visually fun for kids.
Engaging Time-Telling Learning Clocks
Hand2mind Mini Geared Clock for Teaching and Learning to Tell Time makes mastering the art of telling time both fun and interactive! With its vibrant colors and easy-to-read design, kids will engage with the analog clock's large hour numbers and moveable color-coded hands. This hands-on approach allows little learners to grasp the important relationship between hours and minutes in a tangible way. 5-8 years
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Engaging Time-Telling Learning Clocks feature moveable color-coded hands that make learning to tell time a colorful adventure, turning math skills into a playful journey for little learners.
Ballet Coloring Adventure Kit
Tiger Tribe Schylling Ballet Coloring Set is the ultimate creative companion for our little artists on the go! With 36 beautifully illustrated pages, this kit not only sparks imagination but also enhances fine motor skills as kids color and create. The thoughtful design, featuring easy storage and no-mess play, means less hassle for us parents while keeping our children engaged and cheerful. 3+ years
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Ballet Coloring Adventure Kit comes with 36 beautifully illustrated pages, transforming travel or quiet time into a canvas for our little Picassos to express themselves without the mess.
Engaging Fraction Fun with Rainbow Tiles
hand2mind Plastic Rainbow Fraction Tiles are a fantastic tool for bringing the world of fractions to life! Designed with vibrant colors, these durable tiles make learning fractions and decimals a hands-on experience, perfect for visual learners. As educators and parents, we know how vital it is for students to grasp these concepts clearly, and these tiles simplify everything from comparing and ordering fractions to understanding mixed numbers. 4-10 years
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Engaging Fraction Fun with Rainbow Tiles features vibrant, durable tiles that turn tricky fraction concepts into a hands-on experience—perfect for making math as colorful and fun as a rainbow!
Master Math with the Rekenrek!
hand2mind 100-Bead Wood Teacher Demonstration Rekenrek is an engaging way for our kids to dive into the world of numbers! With its vibrant two-color bead design, this abacus not only makes counting visual and fun, but it also deepens their understanding of addition and subtraction. As parents and educators, we know how enriching hands-on learning can be, and this rekenrek is a must-have for boosting our children's math skills—whether at home or in a classroom setting. 4+ years
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Master Math with the Rekenrek's vibrant two-color bead design makes numbers exciting and transforms math practice into a colorful game that kids genuinely enjoy.
Engaging Rekenrek for Young Mathematicians
The hand2mind 20-Bead Wooden Rekenrek Abacus is a fantastic tool for fostering early math skills in young learners. This colorful abacus not only makes counting a breeze but also builds a solid foundation in concepts like addition, subtraction, and even subitizing, all through fun and hands-on activities. Ideal for enhancing kindergarten curriculums, this engaging manipulative allows kids to explore math at their own pace, igniting curiosity and confidence in their numerical abilities. Preschool
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Engaging Rekenrek for Young Mathematicians is a colorful, hands-on abacus that turns math practice into a fun adventure, helping kids build confidence in their numerical skills.
Engaging Rekenrek for Math Mastery
The hand2mind 100 Bead Wooden Rekenrek is a fantastic educational tool designed to enrich young learners' understanding of numbers and basic math operations. Perfect for fostering skills like counting, addition, and even subitizing, this abacus allows kids to explore math concepts at their own pace, making learning both fun and engaging. Parents and educators will appreciate how this classic manipulative not only supports kindergarten curriculums but also lays a strong foundation for future math success. Preschool
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Engaging Rekenrek for Math Mastery features 100 colorful beads, making early math exploration feel like a vibrant game, perfect for fostering a lifelong love of numbers.
Rainbow Fraction Circles for Fun Learning
hand2mind Plastic Rainbow Fraction Circles are a fantastic tool for teaching our kids the essentials of fractions and decimals in an engaging way! These colorful manipulatives not only make learning fun but also help students visualize and understand the relationships between different fractional components of a whole. With 51 vibrant pieces representing everything from halves to twelfths, we can easily organize fraction games, ordering exercises, and even explore mixed numbers together. 4th Grade and up
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Rainbow Fraction Circles for Fun Learning includes 51 vibrant pieces that transform tricky fractions into colorful fun, making math exploration feel like a lively game of color matching.
Engaging Rainbow Fraction Tower Cubes
The hand2mind Rainbow Fraction Tower Cubes are an exciting way to explore the world of fractions! Designed for young learners, these colorful cubes make abstract math concepts tangible and fun. As parents and educators, we appreciate how these cubes help children visualize and understand fractions, decimals, and their relationships, transforming math anxiety into confidence. 4th Grade
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Engaging Rainbow Fraction Tower Cubes turn abstract math concepts into colorful, hands-on learning tools that help kids conquer fractions without fear—what a colorful way to build confidence!