Toys That Develop Social Skills
Bashful Bunny: A Cuddly Companion
The Jellycat Bashful Beige Bunny Stuffed Animal is perfect for nurturing emotional growth in children of all ages. With its soft, huggable design, this bunny encourages sensory exploration and promotes comfort during playtime and at bedtime, supporting social skills and emotional well-being. Parents will appreciate how this adorable plush can help children develop empathy and imaginative play, making it not just a toy, but a cherished friend. All ages
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Bashful Bunny, with its soft, huggable design, becomes not just a cuddly companion but also a supportive friend that's perfect for nurturing emotional connections and imaginative adventures.
Unforgettable Birthday Girl Award Badge
Birthday Girl Red Fabric Award Badge is the perfect celebration accessory that transforms any birthday party into a memorable experience! As fellow parents, we understand how important it is for our children to feel special on their big day, and this badge does just that. Not only does it spark joy and self-esteem, but it also encourages role-playing as they celebrate with friends, promoting social skills and teamwork. All Ages
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Unforgettable Birthday Girl Award Badge features a vibrant color that instantly makes any birthday celebration feel extra special, boosting confidence and encouraging joyous role-play with friends.
Adventure Awaits with a Train Set
The KidKraft Ride Around Town Wooden Train Set and Table offers an engaging way for children to explore and learn about the world around them! With 100 pieces including vehicles, people, and colorful illustrations, this set promotes imaginative play, problem-solving skills, and spatial awareness. Perfect for fostering teamwork and social skills, this beautifully crafted train set is a durable and eco-friendly choice for any playroom. 3+ years
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Adventure Awaits with a Train Set features 100 colorful pieces that transform playtime into a bustling world of creativity and collaboration for little engineers.
Karaoke Fun with Singing Machine System
The Singing Machine SML385BTBK Karaoke System is the ultimate way to spark creativity and confidence in kids ages 6 and up! With its vibrant LED disco lights and powerful built-in speaker, this karaoke system transforms any room into a lively stage for aspiring singers. Not only does it encourage musical expression, but it also integrates learning through rhythm and sound, as children develop their listening skills and vocal abilities. 6+ years
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Karaoke Fun with Singing Machine System features vibrant LED disco lights that turn any room into a stage, igniting creativity and confidence while kids learn to harmonize and collaborate.
Wholesome Pretend Play Food Set
The Cp Toys 16 Pc. Pretend Play Healthy Dinner Plastic Food Set is an engaging way to teach kids about healthy eating and nutrition. This delightful set encourages imaginative play while developing social skills, as children role-play cooking and sharing meals together. 2+ years
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Wholesome Pretend Play Food Set includes 16 pieces of delightful plastic food that makes healthy eating fun, sparking conversations about nutrition while kids whip up imaginary feasts together.
Magnetic Checkers for On-the-Go Fun
PlayMonster Take 'N Play Anywhere — Checkers is the perfect portable solution for those moments when boredom strikes! We love how this travel-friendly game encourages strategic thinking and problem-solving skills while keeping kids engaged. With oversized magnetic pieces and a neat tin game board, it’s an excellent way to promote fine motor skills and enhance focus—perfect for journeys or waiting rooms. 4+ years
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Magnetic Checkers for On-the-Go Fun features oversized magnetic pieces, making it a brilliant solution for keeping kids engaged and sharpening their thinking skills while traveling.
Enchanting Butterfly Costume for Kids
Rubie's Child's Butterfly Costume, Orange, Small is perfect for sparking imaginative play and creativity in young children. This delightful costume encourages role-playing and storytelling, helping kids develop social skills and emotional understanding as they transform into beautiful butterflies. It's a fun addition to themed parties and Halloween, fostering a love for the arts and encouraging self-expression through vibrant dress-up! 3-7 years
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Enchanting Butterfly Costume for Kids is perfect for fostering creative storytelling as little ones flutter into new worlds, making every day feel like a whimsical adventure.
Classic Farkel: Fun Math Dice Game
Classic Farkel is a joy-filled dice game that brings families together while sneaking in some math practice! Perfect for young learners, it encourages important skills such as addition, strategic thinking, and visual memory—all in a fast-paced and entertaining format. With simple rules, players aged 8 and up can easily dive into the fun, making it an ideal addition to any game night or road trip. 8+ years
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Classic Farkel is a joy-filled dice game that brings families together for some math practice while having fun, turning family game night into an educational adventure!
24-Inch Inflatable Rock Guitars
The Rhode Island Novelty 24 Inch Rock Guitar Inflatables are the ultimate party accessory for music lovers and budding rock stars! Perfect for ages 3 and up, these inflatable guitars promote creativity and imaginative play, encouraging kids to express themselves through music and performance. Whether it’s a birthday party, school event, or just a fun day at home, these playful props not only inspire moments of joy and laughter but also foster social skills as kids engage in air-guitar battles and pose for fun photos. 3+ years
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24-Inch Inflatable Rock Guitars are perfect for air-guitar battles and playful performances, turning any moment into a mini rock concert filled with laughter and creativity.
KidKraft Wooden Poseable Doll Family
The KidKraft 5" Wooden Poseable Doll Family of 7 sparks imaginative adventures for children aged 3 and up! Each doll is crafted from durable wood and features bendable arms and legs, allowing kids to create dynamic scenarios that enhance storytelling and social play. These delightful dolls not only complement any dollhouse but also encourage role-playing and fine motor skills as children dress and arrange their families. 3+ years
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KidKraft Wooden Poseable Doll Family includes seven charming dolls with bendable arms and legs, turning every play session into a delightful storytelling adventure that nurtures creativity.
Lovable Llama Learning Companion
The Aurora® Adorable Flopsie™ Llama Stuffed Animal is a snuggly friend designed to inspire imaginative play for children of all ages. Its soft, cuddly exterior encourages emotional development and social skills, as kids engage in nurturing play scenarios or storytelling. Plus, the weighted bean pellets lend stability, making it an easy-to-handle companion that fosters both creativity and connection. All ages
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Lovable Llama Learning Companion features a soft, cuddly exterior that inspires imaginative play and helps kids develop important nurturing skills while snuggling up to their new best friend.
Cuddle Up with the Snuggly Lion
The Aurora® Snuggly Tubbie Wubbies™ Lion Stuffed Animal is a delightful companion for imaginative play and emotional development. With its plush, cloud-like softness and adorable round tummy, this lion encourages comfort and security, helping little ones express their feelings and develop empathy. Perfect for storytime or role-playing adventures, this lovable lion inspires creativity while supporting social skills as children engage in pretend play with friends or family. All ages
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Cuddle Up with the Snuggly Lion features cloud-like softness that wraps little ones in comfort, fostering emotional connections and imaginative adventures during storytime or playdates.
Pteranodon Puppet for Storytelling Fun
Aurora® Interactive Hand Puppet Pteranodon Stuffed Animal is the perfect companion for storytelling adventures! This cuddly, 10-inch puppet sparks imaginations while promoting language development and communication skills in children. We love how its soft and furry design makes it so comforting to use, turning every story session into a cozy, engaging experience. All ages
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Pteranodon Puppet for Storytelling Fun is a cuddly 10-inch companion that turns every story into a cozy adventure, enhancing creativity and communication with every interactive play session.
Zoo Animal Paratrooper Adventure
The Zoo Animal Paratrooper Vinyl Value Pack brings a exciting twist to playtime that kids will adore! These vibrant, adorable paratroopers not only ignite imaginations but also encourage fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as little ones launch their colorful animal friends into the air. Perfect for enhancing group play, these unique toys foster social skills and teamwork during parties, games, or simply everyday fun. 3+ years
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Zoo Animal Paratrooper Adventure features vibrant, colorful paratrooper animals that launch into the air, making playtime an engaging way to develop coordination and collaboration with friends.
Snuggly Learning with Snuggle Pods
The Manhattan Toy Snuggle Pod Snuggle Bug is the perfect first baby doll for little ones aged 6 months and up. This incredibly soft and cuddly toy not only provides comfort and companionship but also encourages nurturing play, helping kids develop empathy and social skills as they tuck in their new friend. With its huggable design and adorable features, this baby doll is an ideal choice for fostering imaginative play and emotional growth in young children. 6 months and up
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Snuggly Learning with Snuggle Pods is incredibly soft and cuddly, making it the ideal first baby doll to spark nurturing instincts and imaginative adventures in little ones.
Little Tikes Super Chef Kitchen Fun
Little Tikes Super Chef Kitchen is a delightful addition to your child's play area that encourages imaginative play and social skills development. As they whip up pretend meals, they learn important concepts like cooperation, sharing, and communication while role-playing as little chefs. This stylish kitchen features realistic sounds and storage options that spark creativity, making it an ideal way to promote fine motor skills as they navigate cooking utensils and learn about kitchen organization. 2-6 years
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Little Tikes Super Chef Kitchen features realistic sounds that bring pretend meals to life, turning cooking into a fun lesson in sharing and teamwork for little chefs.
Convertible Doll Pram for Imaginative Play
The Badger Basket 3-in-1 Convertible Doll Pram Stroller Carrier is the ultimate toy for imaginative young caregivers! Perfectly designed for dolls ranging from 18 to 22 inches, this versatile pram encourages role-playing and storytelling, helping kids develop empathy, social skills, and fine motor abilities. With its charming pink polka dot design and easy-to-use features, children can effortlessly transition between pram, carrier, and stroller, all while enhancing their creativity and nurturing instincts. 3+ years
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Convertible Doll Pram for Imaginative Play features a charming pink polka dot design that inspires little caregivers to nurture and create stories, turning playtime into a heartfelt learning experience.
Catch Fun with Pretend & Play Fishing!
Learning Resources Pretend & Play Fishing Set invites little anglers to reel in their imagination! This delightful 11-piece set not only fosters imaginative play but is also fantastic for developing fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and social skills through collaborative fishing adventures. With an embedded magnet, toddlers can hook their catch of the day again and again, perfecting their technique while having tons of fun. 3+ years
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Catch Fun with Pretend & Play Fishing! includes 11 engaging pieces that not only spark imagination but also help little hands master the art of coordination while having a whale of a time.
Rummikub Large Numbers Edition Fun
The Pressman Rummikub Large Numbers Edition is an engaging twist on the classic rummy tile game, perfect for kids and adults to enjoy together. This fun-filled game encourages critical STEM and STEAM skills like sequencing, pattern recognition, and strategic planning while families bond over exciting gameplay. With bright, oversized tiles that are easy to view and handle, it makes learning playful and visually accessible for everyone. 8+ years
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Rummikub Large Numbers Edition features oversized tiles that make learning fun and accessible, turning family game night into an entertaining brain workout everyone can enjoy together.
Culinary Creativity with Play Food Set
The Step2 101-Piece Play Food Assortment is the ultimate pretend kitchen playset that inspires creativity and imaginative play for toddlers ages 2-6. This vibrant collection of fruits, vegetables, and desserts supports fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities, ensuring fun-filled hours of learning through play. It's a perfect way for little chefs to explore their culinary ideas while strengthening their muscles and enhancing their social skills in a playful environment. 2-6 years
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Culinary Creativity with Play Food Set includes 101 pieces of vibrant fruits and desserts that spark imaginative cooking adventures while enhancing little chefs' fine motor skills in the process.
Batman Costume for Imaginative Play
The DC Comics Superheroes: Batman Costume for Kids by Rubies is the perfect way to inspire your little one’s imagination! Designed for kids who crave adventure, this vibrant jumpsuit featuring Batman from 'The Brave and The Bold' not only sparks fun but also encourages role-playing, creativity, and social skills. With its accompanying PVC mask and flowing cape, children can confidently step into the shoes of their favorite superhero, honing their storytelling abilities and strengthening their confidence as they enact heroic deeds. 3-6 years
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Batman Costume for Imaginative Play comes with a flowing cape and PVC mask, inspiring children to embrace their creativity and become the heroic stars of their own adventures.
Engaging Five Finger Animal Puppets Set
Five Finger Animal Hand Puppets with Arms and Legs is a delightful invitation for your children to unleash their creativity! These charming plush puppets transform dramatic play into an engaging learning experience, helping kids develop essential social skills, storytelling abilities, and emotional intelligence. Imagine your little ones putting on a zoo-inspired show, where they can mimic animal sounds and movements while building teamwork and communication skills with friends! 3+ years
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Engaging Five Finger Animal Puppets Set brings vibrant plush creatures to life, turning playtime into a whimsical stage for creative storytelling while building important social skills.
Cuddly Learning Adventures Await!
The JC Toys La Baby Caucasian Baby Doll Set is a delightful companion for toddlers aged 12 months and up. This charming 11-inch soft baby doll encourages nurturing play, which fosters empathy and social skills as your little ones engage in imaginative role-playing adventures. With its washable materials and thoughtfully designed features, parents can feel confident in providing a safe and stimulating environment for their child's creative growth. 12 months +
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Cuddly Learning Adventures Await! is an 11-inch soft baby doll that promotes nurturing play, allowing toddlers to explore empathy and creativity while snuggling their new friend.
Plush Treehouse Adventure Set
The Plush Treehouse with Animals invites our little explorers to embark on imaginative journeys right from their living rooms. This delightful set not only sparks creativity through pretend play but also encourages language development as they create stories with their five cuddly forest friends. Crafted from sturdy, soft fabric and fully washable, it's a perfect blend of comfort and durability that busy parents appreciate. 2-5 years
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Plush Treehouse Adventure Set includes five cuddly forest friends, making storytelling fun for our little adventurers while keeping playtime cozy and washable for parents' peace of mind.