Toys That Develop Social Skills
Our Top 5 Picks
Retro Fun with My Arcade Mini Machine
My Arcade All Star Stadium Nano Player is the perfect blend of nostalgia and learning! With 207 retro games, including officially licensed Jaleco titles like BASES LOADED and GOAL! , this portable arcade machine not only guarantees hours of fun but also promotes critical thinking and hand-eye coordination. 6+ years
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Retro Fun with My Arcade Mini Machine offers 207 retro games that spark both friendly competition and a love for gaming history, making learning seamlessly entertaining.
Create Adventures with LEGO Friends Paisley’s House
LEGO Friends Paisley’s House 41724 invites children to explore their imaginations while developing crucial life skills. This charming two-story dollhouse is not just a playset; it’s a canvas for storytelling and creativity where kids can engage in role-playing, enhance their social skills, and practice fine motor skills with its removable accessories. By interacting with Paisley, Ella, and Jonathan, children can cultivate empathy and learn about friendship as they navigate fun scenarios in the living room, kitchen, and garden. 4+ years
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Create Adventures with LEGO Friends Paisley’s House features removable accessories that inspire storytelling and cultivate friendship, turning playtime into a delightful learning experience.
UNO TMNT: Fun Family Card Game!
UNO Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem Card Game is the perfect blend of fun and learning for family nights and parties! With engaging graphics featuring our favorite turtles, this game encourages critical thinking and improves color and number recognition as players strategize to get rid of their cards. Plus, the special 'From the Sewers' rule adds an exciting twist that emphasizes resourcefulness and adaptability in gameplay. 7+ years
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UNO TMNT: Fun Family Card Game! features exciting graphics and special rules that make family game nights a fun way to boost strategic thinking and create unforgettable memories.
Pixar Pals for Imaginative Learning
The Mattel Disney100 Pixar Pals Cuutopia Plush Toys 4-Pack is a delightful way to inspire creativity and emotional learning in children aged 3 years and up. With beloved characters from iconic films like Monsters, Inc. and Inside Out, these cuddly dolls encourage imaginative play, storytelling, and emotional connection, making them a fantastic addition to any child's toy collection. 3+ years
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Pixar Pals for Imaginative Learning includes beloved characters from iconic films, sparking creative play and deep emotional connections that enrich storytelling adventures.
UNO NFL Fun for Everyone
The Mattel Games UNO NFL Card Game in Storage & Travel Tin brings family fun to game night while celebrating the excitement of football! This engaging card game not only sharpens strategic thinking and color recognition but also introduces valuable social skills as players interact with each other through friendly competition. Perfect for NFL fans, it encourages collaboration and friendly rivalry, making it a fantastic choice for family bonding. 7+ years
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UNO NFL Fun for Everyone includes a travel tin, making family game night portable and the perfect way to mix football fun with strategy and social interaction.
UNO Barbie Movie Card Game Fun
UNO Barbie The Movie Card Game is not just a colorful card game; it’s a delightful way for kids and adults to engage in friendly competition while honing their strategic thinking and social skills. With vibrant graphics from Barbie's world, players will not only have a blast matching colors and numbers but will also learn to plan their moves and think ahead, all while having fun yelling 'UNO! ' when they’re down to their last card. 7+ years
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UNO Barbie Movie Card Game features vibrant graphics from Barbie's world, making strategy feel like an adventure while strengthening teamwork and problem-solving skills during family game nights.
Musical Farm Band Building Blocks Fun
MEGA BLOKS Fisher-Price Toddler Building Blocks Toy Set is a delightful way for our little ones to explore creativity while developing essential skills! With 40 colorful blocks and engaging sensory features, this set encourages tactile, visual, and auditory development through music and play. Imagine watching our toddlers build their very own farm band with a xylophone horse, a drum-playing cow, and a cymbal-clanging pig! 1+ years
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Musical Farm Band Building Blocks Fun includes 40 colorful blocks and engaging sensory features, making music and building a farm band an exciting way to develop essential skills while playing.
UNO Junior: Paw Patrol Fun!
The Mattel Games UNO Junior Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie Kids Card Game is perfect for little fans aged 3 and up. This engaging card game not only fosters color and number recognition but also enhances strategic thinking and social skills as kids interact with family and friends. With three levels of play, it evolves alongside your child's growing abilities, making it an ideal educational tool for family game nights. 3+ years
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UNO Junior: Paw Patrol Fun! features three levels of play, evolving alongside your child's growth while turning family game nights into laughter-filled learning experiences.
Build and Play: Mega Barbie DreamHouse Fun
MEGA Barbie The Movie Building Toys Set invites creativity and imaginative play right into your home! This enchanting DreamHouse replica allows our kids to engage in hands-on building, enhancing their fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities as they assemble 1795 pieces, including rooms like the bedroom and kitchen. Plus, with four buildable micro-dolls—Barbie, Ken, and two stylish mannequins—children can explore storytelling and social skills in a fun, interactive way. 10+ years
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Build and Play: Mega Barbie DreamHouse Fun includes 1795 pieces that turn construction into collaborative storytelling, making family time as imaginative as it is engaging.
Enchanting Learning with Ariel Doll
Disney The Little Mermaid Ariel 6" Petite Doll with Hair Comb is a delightful introduction to imaginative play that helps spark creativity in little ones. As children engage with Ariel, they're not just having fun; they’re also developing fine motor skills while combing her beautiful hair and dressing her up for underwater adventures. This lovely doll encourages storytelling skills and emotional development as kids invent their own tales of friendship and adventure in the ocean. 3+ years
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Enchanting Learning with Ariel Doll features a beautiful hair comb for combing and dressing, turning imaginative play into a whimsical adventure that sparks creativity and storytelling.
Nova: The Mood-Changing Chameleon
Little Live Pets - Nova The Bright Light Chameleon is an engaging interactive toy that brings excitement and learning to playtime for kids aged 5 and up. With over 30 sounds and emotions, Nova helps children explore social skills, emotional awareness, and even basic music concepts, as they learn to nurture and communicate with their vibrant chameleon friend. Whether it's petting, feeding, or sharing a tune, Nova encourages creativity and connection through interactive play. 5+ years
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Nova: The Mood-Changing Chameleon features over 30 sounds and emotions, making it a delightful way for kids to explore feelings and nurture their imaginative play.
Enchanting Belle Bubble Wand Adventure
Little Kids Disney Princess Beauty and The Beast Belle Light and Sound Musical Bubble Wand transforms playtime into a magical adventure! As our children engage with Belle, they not only delight in the captivating lights and playful tunes but also enhance their motor skills by easily operating the wand themselves. The joy of creating bubbles encourages imaginative play and helps develop social skills when they share this enchanting experience with friends and family. 3+ years
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Enchanting Belle Bubble Wand Adventure features captivating lights and playful tunes, turning every bubble-blowing session into a magical moment for kids and their friends!
My Little Pony Hair Styling Adventure
My Little Pony Toys Misty Brightdawn Style of The Day is more than just a fun doll—it's an imaginative journey for kids ages 5 and up! This vibrant set encourages creativity and self-expression as children style Misty’s colorful look with clip-on hair extensions, accessories, and even water-reveal face paint. Engaging in fashion play not only hones fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, but it also fosters storytelling and social skills as kids create their own magical music festival scenarios inspired by the beloved Bridlewoodstock special. 5+ years
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My Little Pony Hair Styling Adventure includes colorful clip-on hair extensions that spark creativity while kids style Misty and dream up enchanting festival tales.
Life Goals: Fun Family Card Game
Hasbro Gaming The Game of Life Goals is the perfect addition to our family game nights, blending excitement with valuable life lessons! This engaging card game encourages kids aged 8 and up to develop critical thinking skills as they strategize to build their Life Story. By playing Choice cards and pursuing Life Goals, our kids also enhance their creativity and storytelling skills, sparking lively discussions around the table. 8+ years
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Life Goals: Fun Family Card Game encourages lively discussions around the table, turning typical game nights into opportunities for learning how to navigate life's exciting twists and turns together.
My Little Pony Zipp Storm Hair Styling Fun
My Little Pony Toys Zipp Storm Style of The Day is an exciting way to ignite your child's creativity! This delightful hair styling doll set encourages imaginative play as children explore fashion, color, and design. With 16 fun accessories, including a clip-on mane extension and festival-inspired outfits, kids will enhance their fine motor skills and artistic expression through customizable styles. 5+ years
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My Little Pony Zipp Storm Hair Styling Fun comes with 16 fun accessories that spark creativity while enhancing fine motor skills—perfect for budding hair stylists and friendship builders!
Celebrate Family Fun with 12 Dice of Christmas
Steve Jackson Games The 12 Dice of Christmas is the perfect way to bring laughter and learning to our holiday gatherings. Not only does this fast-paced game spark joy and festive spirit, but it also enhances critical thinking and quick decision-making skills as players strategize their moves. With its easy-to-learn rules and quick playtime, we can effortlessly fit this delightful game into our busy holiday schedule, making it an ideal choice for family bonding and educational fun. 10+ years
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Celebrate Family Fun with 12 Dice of Christmas includes colorful dice that transform family gatherings into spirited competitions, enhancing problem-solving while spreading holiday cheer.
Trucks Matching Game: Fun Learning Ahead
Hasbro Gaming Trucks Matching Game is the perfect way to turn playtime into a learning adventure! As parents and educators, we know that engaging preschoolers in fun, interactive games fosters memory skills and enhances cognitive development. This delightful matching game not only captivates children with colorful truck designs but also encourages concentration and recognition skills that are essential in early childhood development. 3+ years
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Trucks Matching Game engages kids with colorful truck designs while promoting memory and concentration skills, making learning feel like a playful adventure.
Marvelous Learning with Cuutopia Plush
The Mattel Marvel Cuutopia Set of 4 Plush Figures pairs childhood favorite characters with delightful educational play. As children engage with Rocket, Spider-Ham, Venom, and M. O. 3+ years
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Marvelous Learning with Cuutopia Plush features four beloved characters, encouraging kids to express their feelings and creativity while snuggling up for adventures or quiet moments.
Yahtzee Jr. Star Wars Adventure Awaits!
Hasbro Gaming Yahtzee Jr. Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Edition is the perfect way to introduce our little ones to the world of classic board games! This engaging game encourages preschoolers to develop their counting and matching skills while having an absolute blast with beloved Star Wars characters like Yoda and Kai. 4+ years
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Yahtzee Jr. Star Wars Adventure Awaits! features beloved Star Wars characters, making counting and matching feel like epic galactic quests that keep kids engaged and learning together.
Spider-Man Arachno Blaster Adventure
Marvel Mech Strike Mechasaurs Spider-Man Arachno Blaster is the perfect educational toy that combines imaginative play with physical activity! Kids will love stepping into the shoes of their favorite superhero as they engage in role-playing, which can boost creativity and social skills through collaborative games. As they load the NERF darts and master the blaster's mechanics, children develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, all while having an absolute blast. 5+ years
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Spider-Man Arachno Blaster Adventure features NERF darts that transform playtime into an engaging superhero mission, effectively boosting creativity and coordination while keeping kids active.
Adventurous Learning with Enderman Plush
The Mattel Minecraft Basic 8-inch Plush Enderman Figure is a delightful addition to any Minecraft fan's collection, encouraging imaginative play while nurturing creativity and storytelling skills. As children interact with this cuddly plush, they can explore themes of adventure, cooperation, and problem-solving inspired by their favorite video game. Perfect for fostering social skills during playtime or bedtime, this collectible toy serves as both a comforting companion and a catalyst for engaging narratives. 3+ years
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Adventurous Learning with Enderman Plush is an 8-inch cuddly companion that sparks creativity and encourages kids to weave epic tales, blending comfort with imaginative exploration.
Miles Morales Adventure Set
The Spidey and His Amazing Friends Miles Morales Action Figure with Toy Motorcycle is a fantastic way to spark creativity and imaginative play in children aged 3 and up. This engaging set not only allows kids to act out their favorite scenes from the show but also promotes storytelling, social skills, and fine motor development as they manipulate the figure and motorcycle. Perfect for little superhero fans, this combo encourages problem-solving and teamwork in a fun, interactive environment. 3+ years
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Miles Morales Adventure Set includes a dynamic action figure and motorcycle, making storytelling a thrill while promoting creativity and teamwork in every epic play scenario.
Indiana Jones Sands of Adventure Game
Funko Indiana Jones Sands of Adventure Cooperative Game offers adrenaline-pumping, suspenseful gameplay that brings families together for an unforgettable adventure! Not only does this game encourage cooperation and teamwork among players, but it also develops critical thinking and strategy skills as we race against the clock to collect treasures. With variable setups and unique character powers, each playthrough is a new challenge that engages creativity and problem-solving—all while delighting in the thrilling world of Indiana Jones. 8+ years
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Indiana Jones Sands of Adventure Game encourages teamwork through its variable setups and unique character powers, making every playthrough a fresh experience that sparks excitement and learning.
Imaginative Play with ECR4Kids Wooden Refrigerator
ECR4Kids Play Kitchen Refrigerator is the perfect centerpiece for nurturing creativity and imaginative play in any classroom or playroom. This beautifully crafted wooden playset invites children to engage in role-playing scenarios, enhancing their social skills and fostering teamwork as they pretend to organize food and snacks. With its durable finish and unique natural wood features, we love how it stands up to hours of playful exploration while adding a charming touch to your space. 3-7 years
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ECR4Kids Wooden Refrigerator features a beautifully crafted design that encourages creative role-playing while seamlessly fitting into any classroom or playroom environment.