Toys That Develop Social Skills
Our Top 5 Picks
Explore with City Babe: Travel Adventures
The L. O. L. 4+ years
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Explore with City Babe: Travel Adventures includes 15 surprises that empower kids to role-play and engage with different cultures, making learning about the world a fun journey.
LOL Surprise Winter Chill Fun
The LOL Surprise Winter Chill Furniture Playset brings a world of imagination to life for children aged 4 and up. With over 10 surprises, including a fan-favorite doll, the playset encourages creative storytelling, social skills, and fine motor development as kids arrange furniture and accessories to create their own hangout scenes. This wonderfully interactive toy not only sparks joy but also fosters a love for imaginative play, making it a top pick for parents looking to engage their little ones in fun and educational ways. 4-7 years
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LOL Surprise Winter Chill Fun includes over 10 surprises that let kids arrange furniture and accessories, transforming playtime into an imaginative adventure that builds storytelling skills.
Care Bears Togetherness Bear Plush Cuddles
Care Bears 9" Fun Size Plush - Togetherness Bear is more than just a cuddly companion; she's a wonderful way for kids to learn about sharing, empathy, and the power of love. With her motto "Love All", Togetherness Bear inspires our little ones to express their feelings and connect with their friends and family. This delightful plush encourages imaginative play and emotional development, making her an ideal addition to any child’s toy collection. 4+ years
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Care Bears Togetherness Bear Plush Cuddles is a super soft and huggable companion that teaches kids about love and connection in the coziest way possible.
Dragon Ball Z Dining Fun!
Tamashii Nations - Dragon Ball Z - Son Goku's Harahachibunme Set brings the joy of imaginative play right to your tabletop! This engaging dining set encourages creativity while allowing children to act out dynamic restaurant scenes, fostering social skills and narrative development. With its detailed features, including food dishes and tableware, kids can explore concepts like sharing and serving, making it a perfect tool for role-playing and interactive learning. 6+ years
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Dragon Ball Z Dining Fun! includes detailed food dishes and tableware, making mealtime a creative adventure that sparks storytelling and teaches valuable sharing skills.
Barbie Dreamhouse Tent: Imagination Unleashed!
Barbie Dreamhouse™ Extra Large Pop Up Play Tent with Crawl Tunnel and Ball Pit is a magical gateway for our little ones to dive into their wildest imaginations! Measuring over 7 feet long, this vibrant playhouse encourages teamwork as multiple children can explore, create, and role-play together. With features like a crawl-through opening and a colorful ball pit, children can enhance their social skills, creativity, and fine motor abilities all while having a blast! 3+ years
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Barbie Dreamhouse Tent: Imagination Unleashed! features a vibrant playhouse with a crawl tunnel, making it perfect for kids to team up and unleash their creativity without limits.
Engaging BRIO Central Station Train Set
BRIO Central Station Set is an interactive wooden train track that captivates young imaginations while fostering critical skills. As fellow parents, we know how important it is for our little ones to develop cognitively and hone their fine motor skills through play. This beautifully crafted set not only encourages creativity and imaginative scenarios but also comes from sustainably sourced FSC-certified wood, making it a choice we feel great about. 3+ years
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Engaging BRIO Central Station Train Set features sustainably sourced FSC-certified wood, making it a joyful way for kids to explore creativity while developing essential skills through interactive play.
Cuddle Up with Peter Rabbit Plush
Peter Rabbit Stuffed Animal Plush Bunny is the perfect companion for our little ones! This adorable 9. 5-inch plush encourages not only imaginative play but also emotional development as kids form bonds with their soft, huggable friends. 0-5 years
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Cuddle Up with Peter Rabbit Plush is a soft, huggable companion that helps soothe anxieties and spark storytelling, turning every moment into an adventure of imagination.
Rudolph's First Christmas Doll
The KIDS PREFERRED Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer Baby’s First Christmas Doll is the perfect companion to celebrate your baby's very first holiday season! Crafted for children ages 0 and up, this plush doll encourages imaginative play, enhancing social and emotional skills as little ones snuggle up to their festive friend. With its cheerful design and soft materials, it's not just a toy—it's a tool for comfort and connection during this magical time of year. 0 and up
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Rudolph's First Christmas Doll features soft materials that invite snuggles, creating a cozy companion for holiday festivities and nurturing emotional connections during baby’s first Christmas.
Cuddle Up with Learning: Mossy Frog
The Mary Meyer Marshmallow Zoo Stuffed Animal Mossy Frog is more than just a plush friend; it serves as a delightful tool for nurturing emotional intelligence and social skills in children. Its super soft texture and charming design invite kids to engage in imaginative play, promoting storytelling and creativity while offering comfort and security. As children explore nurturing behaviors through cuddle time, they also develop fine motor skills by manipulating this adorable, huggable companion. 2-5 years
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Cuddle Up with Learning: Mossy Frog features an ultra-soft texture that invites kids to nurture their playful storytelling while developing essential social skills through huggable companionship.
Parker Puppy: Your Child's Softest Friend
The Mary Meyer Marshmallow Zoo Parker Puppy is a delightful companion that's perfect for children who crave comfort and cuddles. With its plush textures and charming features, this soft toy not only provides a sense of security but also enhances emotional development through imaginative play. As kids snuggle with Parker, they're encouraged to express their feelings and engage in storytelling, helping to foster creativity and social skills. 0-5 years
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Parker Puppy is a plush companion that encourages expressive storytelling, making every cuddle a chance for creativity and emotional growth.
PAW Patrol Adventure Hand Puppets
The Melissa & Doug PAW Patrol Hand Puppets bring the magic of storytelling to life with delightful characters like Rubble, Skye, Chase, and Marshall! Perfect for preschoolers aged 3 to 5, these puppets not only spark imaginative play but also help kids enhance their vocabulary and social skills through interactive storytelling. With washable fabric and a convenient Pup Pack pocket for mission cards, children engage in hands-on, screen-free fun that encourages teamwork, adventure, and emotional development. 3-5 years
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PAW Patrol Adventure Hand Puppets include delightful characters that not only inspire storytelling but also boost communication skills while kids solve pretend missions together.
Engaging Learning with Blue's Clues Puppets
Melissa & Doug Blue's Clues & You! Hand & Finger Puppets (5 Pieces) opens up a world of imaginative storytelling right at your fingertips! With playful characters like Josh, Blue, and Magenta, this set encourages our little ones to express themselves, enhancing their communication and social skills. 3-5 years
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Engaging Learning with Blue's Clues Puppets includes five playful characters that spark creativity and enhance storytelling, making learning an absolute hoot for our little ones.
PAW Patrol Adventure Role Play Set
The Melissa & Doug PAW Patrol Pup Pack Backpack Role Play Set equips young explorers for imaginative missions as they dive into the exciting world of teamwork and adventure. With tools like adjustable binoculars and a working whistle, this set fosters essential social and emotional skills while encouraging creativity through role-play. It's a hands-on, screen-free way for preschoolers aged 3 to 5 to enhance their problem-solving abilities and engage in storytelling. 3-5 years
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PAW Patrol Adventure Role Play Set includes adjustable binoculars, turning playtime into collaborative missions that nurture problem-solving skills and creativity in young explorers.
Blue's Clues Wooden Mailbox Magic
Melissa & Doug Blue's Clues & You! Wooden Mailbox Play Set is a delightful way to spark creativity and social skills in our preschoolers. This 27-piece set transforms playtime into an engaging experience where children can explore concepts like mailing letters and sharing invitations. 4-6 years
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Blue's Clues Wooden Mailbox Magic, with its 27-piece set, transforms ordinary play into a vibrant exploration of sharing and problem-solving, making learning feel like a delightful adventure.
Explore Imagination with Simba Clutch Toy
Disney Wooden Toys 6. 5-inch Simba Clutch Toy invites our little ones to embark on imaginative adventures in the pride lands! This charming toy not only captures the beloved lion's classic look but also enhances fine motor skills as tiny hands grasp and play with him. 18+ months
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Explore Imagination with Simba Clutch Toy features a charming lion design that sparks creative adventures, making playtime a fun way to develop storytelling and fine motor skills.
Blue's Clues Shape-Sorting Adventure
The Melissa & Doug Blue's Clues & You! Wooden Take-Along House Shape Sorter Activity Play Set invites preschoolers into a world of creative learning and fun. This engaging play set not only helps develop fine motor skills and color and shape recognition but also encourages problem-solving and social skills through interactive play. 18 months to 4 years
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Blue's Clues Shape-Sorting Adventure features a dual-purpose design that combines a puzzle and shape sorter, making learning playful and interactive for curious little minds.
Musical Farm Puzzle for Fun Learning
Melissa & Doug Blue's Clues & You! Wooden Sound Puzzle - Musical Farm combines delightful sounds with engaging play to spark joy and creativity in our little ones. As they lift each vibrant piece, they’ll hear charming sections of 'Old MacDonald Had a Farm', promoting auditory recognition and encouraging a love for music. 3-5 years
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Musical Farm Puzzle for Fun Learning includes charming sounds from 'Old MacDonald Had a Farm,' turning puzzle time into a delightful sing-along that fosters creativity and interaction.
Learn and Play with PAW Patrol Blocks
Melissa & Doug PAW Patrol Wooden ABC Block Truck is the perfect blend of fun and learning for our little ones! This interactive toy not only captivates preschoolers with their favorite PAW Patrol characters but also encourages early literacy and numeracy skills through colorful, themed blocks. As kids engage in imaginative play and teamwork scenarios with the three wooden figures, they develop essential social and emotional skills, all while having a blast! 3-5 years
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Learn and Play with PAW Patrol Blocks includes colorful, themed blocks that transform playtime into an engaging learning experience, helping kids build essential skills while having fun with their favorite characters.
Build Adventures with PAW Patrol Blocks!
Melissa & Doug PAW Patrol Jumbo Cardboard Blocks offer a delightful way for our little ones to explore creativity and teamwork. These sturdy, stackable blocks are perfect for imaginative play, allowing preschoolers to create Adventure Bay's iconic spots, from the Lookout Tower to Mr. Porter's Café! 2-5 years
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Build Adventures with PAW Patrol Blocks! features sturdy, stackable blocks that spark imagination while helping preschoolers develop teamwork and social skills—all while enjoying messy, screen-free fun.
PAW Patrol Magnetic Dress-Up Fun
The Melissa & Doug PAW Patrol Wooden Magnetic Pretend Play set invites children to embark on exciting adventures with their favorite PAW Patrol characters! With 64 magnetic pieces including four beloved figures—Chase, Marshall, Skye, and Rubble—this set sparks imaginative play while helping preschoolers develop fine motor skills and creativity. The mix-and-match outfits and double-sided mission cards encourage storytelling and collaboration, fostering social and emotional growth as kids work together on their daring missions. 3-5 years
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PAW Patrol Magnetic Dress-Up Fun includes 64 magnetic pieces that inspire teamwork and unleash creativity, turning playtime into a thrilling adventure with friends and favorite characters.
Explore Creativity with Blue's Clues Stamps!
Melissa & Doug Blue's Clues & You! Wooden Handle Stamps and Activity Pad is a delightful way for our little ones to embark on imaginative adventures! This 15-piece set not only sparks creativity through fun stamp art but also enhances essential motor skills with its easy-to-hold wooden handles. 3-5 years
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Explore Creativity with Blue's Clues Stamps! features easy-to-hold wooden handles that make art accessible, turning creative expression into a delightful learning adventure for little ones.
Delightful Cooking Adventures Await!
Teamson Kids - Little Chef Frankfurt Wooden Cookware Play Kitchen Accessories is the perfect addition to our little ones' imaginative play! This enchanting 14-piece set not only sparks creativity and role-playing but also introduces essential skills like counting, coordinated movement, and even patience as they 'prepare' their culinary masterpieces. With kid-friendly sizes and sturdy, easy-to-clean wood, it’s a joy for both children and parents, helping to foster a lifelong love for cooking and learning together. 3+ years
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Delightful Cooking Adventures Await! features a sturdy 14-piece set that transforms our little ones into culinary masterminds, building confidence and fostering creativity in every ‘pretend’ meal they whip up.
Imaginative Play with Fabric Masks for Dolls
Manhattan Toy Pretend Play Fabric Play Masks for Stuffed Animals and Dolls with Adjustable Strap is an incredible tool for imaginative play! These colorful masks allow children to engage in nurturing scenarios as they dress up their Baby Stella, Wee Baby Stella, and other plush companions. By using these accessories, kids not only explore their creativity but also develop empathy and social skills, learning to understand and care for others. 3+ years
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Imaginative Play with Fabric Masks for Dolls includes adjustable straps for a snug fit, making it easy for kids to transform their plush buddies into whoever they want and cultivate nurturing skills.
Master Chief Deluxe Helmet Adventure
The Master Chief Deluxe Helmet with Stand promises an exhilarating experience for young gamers and aspiring heroes alike. Designed with LED lights on each side to spark imagination and engagement during play, this helmet not only fuels creative storytelling but also enhances problem-solving skills as kids strategize their own battles against the Covenant. With its striking battle-damaged paint and a deluxe stand for display, it encourages role-playing that can boost confidence and social skills. 8+ years
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Master Chief Deluxe Helmet Adventure features LED lights that ignite creativity, allowing kids to strategize epic battles while building confidence and teamwork skills during imaginative play.