Toys That Develop Spatial Awareness
Build and Fly with Aeronca Champion
Guillow's Aeronca Champion Balsa Model Airplane Model Kit is a delightful way to inspire creativity and critical thinking in our young builders! With its precision laser-cut balsa parts and a generous wingspan of 24 inches, children can learn valuable skills like spatial awareness and problem-solving as they construct their very own airplane. Not only can they enjoy the rewarding experience of flying it with the included rubber power motor, but they also have the option to convert it for electric or gas engines, offering open-ended exploration in engineering principles. 8+ years
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Build and Fly with Aeronca Champion comes with precision laser-cut balsa parts, allowing kids to experience the joy of aviation while developing essential engineering skills.
Build & Explore with E-Z Track Pier Set
Bachmann Trains 14 PC. E-Z TRACK GRADUATED PIER SET will ignite your child’s imagination while learning about engineering and design! This engaging set allows little builders to create their own dynamic HO Scale train layouts, fostering spatial awareness and critical thinking. 8+ years
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Build & Explore with E-Z Track Pier Set includes 14 pieces for creating dynamic train layouts that transform engineering concepts into exciting hands-on playtime.
Snap-Fit E-Z Track Fun for Kids
Bachmann Trains - Snap-Fit E-Z TRACK 9” STRAIGHT TRACK is the perfect gateway to a world of imaginative play and engineering for our little ones! This track system not only makes set-up a breeze—snapping together effortlessly without the need for nails or tools—but it also encourages spatial awareness and problem-solving skills as they design their own layouts. With durable steel alloy rails and a realistic black roadbed, children aged 8 and up can dive into the fascinating world of model trains, developing critical thinking and fine motor skills along the way. 8+ years
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Snap-Fit E-Z Track Fun for Kids allows for effortless assembly without tools, igniting our children's imagination and engineering skills as they build their own train layouts.
Build Imagination with Plasticville Bridge
Bachmann Trains - Plasticville U. S. A. 8+ years
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Build Imagination with Plasticville Bridge is an un-assembled kit that transforms train journeys into opportunities for hands-on learning and builds patience while connecting with friends and family.
Windmill Building Kit for Creative Play
Bachmann Trains - Plasticville U. S. A. 8+ years
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Windmill Building Kit for Creative Play includes detailed farm machinery, inviting kids to engineer vibrant scenes that spark their imaginations and build essential skills without a screen in sight.
Dynamic DIY Metal Mitre Box
The Excel Blades Metal Mitre Box is an essential tool for young creators and budding craftsmen alike. Designed with educational purposes in mind, this 6-inch aluminum and steel tool empowers kids to master the art of precision cutting, helping them develop fine motor skills and spatial awareness while engaging in hands-on projects. Perfect for miniature woodworking, crafts, and even dollhouse construction, this mitre box invites exploration and creativity, making learning both fun and functional. 8+ years
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Dynamic DIY Metal Mitre Box is a sturdy 6-inch aluminum tool that turns crafting into a precision adventure, helping children develop essential skills while ensuring their projects are a 'cut' above the rest!
Engaging Learning with Lauri Number Puzzles
Lauri Number Puzzle Boards & Pegs transforms playtime into a dynamic learning experience. We love how each puzzle piece connects exclusively to its matching board, making it a fun and interactive way for our little ones to grasp counting and number recognition. Not only do they enjoy stacking those colorful Tall-Stackers Pegs, but they also develop vital skills in basic addition and subtraction through hands-on play. 3+ years
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Engaging Learning with Lauri Number Puzzles features exclusive connections between puzzle pieces and boards, making math feel like a colorful adventure that enhances learning through play.
Explore Nature with Woodland Friends Puzzle
Ravensburger - Woodland Friends - 200 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle invites children aged 8 and up into a delightful forest adventure! As kids piece together cheerful deer, sly foxes, and lively squirrels, they not only enjoy the vibrant imagery but also enhance key skills like memory, spatial awareness, and problem-solving. This engaging activity fosters concentration and resilience, making it a perfect screen-free pastime. 8+ years
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Explore Nature with Woodland Friends Puzzle features 200 vibrant pieces that transform puzzle-solving into a fun adventure, nurturing both cognitive skills and a love for the great outdoors.
Explore and Discover with Peek-A-Boo Tunnel
Pacific Play Tents 20407 Kids Peek-A-Boo I See You 6' Crawl Tunnel is a fantastic tool for sparking curiosity and encouraging active play! As parents, we know how important it is for our little ones to develop strong muscle and motor skills, and this colorful tunnel does just that, making physical activity fun and exciting. With its safe, padded interior and sturdy construction, our kids can crawl, explore, and even peek through the No-See-Um mesh while staying comfortable and secure. 2-5 years
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Explore and Discover with Peek-A-Boo Tunnel features a safe, padded interior that invites adventurous crawlers to uncover new spaces while boosting their muscle development through active play.
Build Your Own 1929 Ford Model A!
Maisto 1:24 Scale All Star Assembly Line 1929 Ford Model A Diecast Model Kit is the perfect blend of fun and learning for our young builders! As we gather around the table, kids can practice critical thinking and fine motor skills while assembling this highly detailed replica. With its opening parts and rolling wheels, this model isn't just a project—it's a fully functional piece to showcase! 8+ years
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Build Your Own 1929 Ford Model A! features a detailed diecast model kit that transforms assembling into a fun family project while igniting interest in automotive history.
Engaging Stacking Shapes Pegboard Set
The Learning Resources Stacking Shapes Pegboard is a fantastic tool for fostering early learning in toddlers aged 2 and up. This 27-piece set encourages children to explore colors, shapes, and basic counting through interactive play, developing fine motor skills as they grasp, pull, and twist the pegs. Parents and educators will appreciate how this toy lays the groundwork for future math concepts like patterns and predictions, all while making learning fun and engaging. 2+ years
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Engaging Stacking Shapes Pegboard Set includes 27 colorful pieces that transform learning colors and shapes into a hands-on adventure, setting the stage for future math fun.
Jungle Engineering Adventure Set
The Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! 3+ years
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Jungle Engineering Adventure Set features colorful gears and playful monkeys that turn learning about physics into a thrilling game, sparking curiosity and creativity in little builders.
Fun with Learning: Tape Measuring Adventure
Learning Resources Pretend Play 3" Long Tape Measure is the perfect tool to inspire creativity and imagination in our little ones. As our kids engage in pretend play, they’re not just having fun; they’re developing critical measuring skills, enhancing their understanding of size, and getting to know space in a delightful way. Extending up to an impressive 36 inches, this durable, child-sized tape measure makes measuring everything from favorite stuffed animals to each other's height an exciting activity. 3+ years
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Fun with Learning: Tape Measuring Adventure features a 36-inch tape measure that makes measuring everything from stuffed animals to heights a thrilling way to learn about size and space.
GONGE River Stones: Fun Balance Builders
GONGE River Stones are not just stepping stones; they're a gateway to developing vital balance and coordination skills! As parents and educators, we know that every hop and jump encourages our little ones to engage in dynamic play, boosting their confidence and motor skills. Whether they’re indoors creating a vibrant obstacle course or jumping through streams of imaginative outdoor adventures, these sturdy, non-slip stones are designed to keep our kids safe while they explore their movement abilities. 2-6 years
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GONGE River Stones are sturdy, non-slip stones that transform any space into a vibrant obstacle course while building confidence and coordination for our little adventurers.
Hot Wheels 10-Car Collection Fun
The Hot Wheels Toy Cars & Trucks 10-Pack is an exciting way to ignite your child's imagination and spark a passion for play! Each vehicle is designed in a 1:64 scale, showcasing authentic details that inspire storytelling and role-playing. As they push around race cars, fire trucks, and construction vehicles, kids boost their fine motor skills while developing spatial awareness and coordination. 3+ years
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Hot Wheels 10-Car Collection Fun includes ten vibrant vehicles that fuel kids' imaginations while they push, race, and create their own adventurous stories together.
My First Railway Adventure
BRIO World 33710 - My First Railway Battery Operated Train Set sparks creativity and imagination in toddlers aged 18 months and up. This delightful 25-piece set not only brings hours of fun but also enhances spatial awareness and fine motor skills, laying the groundwork for early problem-solving. As little engineers build their world, they embark on a journey of exploration, fitting perfectly into our desire for educational play that grows with them. 18 months and up
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My First Railway Adventure includes 25 pieces that invite little engineers to build and explore, making learning feel like a fun train ride through creativity.
Elevate Learning with Bachmann E-Z Track Set
Bachmann Trains 8 PC. E-Z TRACK TALL PIER SET is a fantastic addition to any HO scale train layout! As parents and educators, we know how engaging train sets can ignite a love for engineering and problem-solving in children. 8+ years
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Elevate Learning with Bachmann E-Z Track Set includes 8 pieces that inspire kids to create customizable layouts, blending engineering skills with imaginative play for hours of fun.
Original Colorforms Creative Design Set
The Original Classic Colorforms is a timeless toy that has sparked creativity in kids for over 60 years! This amazing set encourages imaginative play and artistic expression as children design geometric pictures, scenes, and unique creations using vibrant re-stickable vinyl pieces. Without the mess of glue or scissors, kids can develop fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem-solving abilities while exploring their creativity. 5+ years
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Original Colorforms Creative Design Set includes vibrant re-stickable vinyl pieces, allowing kids to explore their creativity without any messy aftermath. Perfect for sparking imaginations during solo play or playdates!
MAGNA-TILES Classic 100-Piece Set
MAGNA-TILES Classic 100-Piece Magnetic Construction Set is a wonderful way to ignite creativity in young minds! With 100 translucent geometric shapes in vibrant colors, this set promotes essential skills such as fine motor development, cognitive thinking, and spatial awareness—all while children engage in hours of imaginative play. As parents and educators, we appreciate the STEAM certification and the versatility of these magnetic tiles, which seamlessly connect with all other MAGNA-TILES sets, making them perfect for expanding our little ones’ creative horizons. 3+ years
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MAGNA-TILES Classic 100-Piece Set includes 100 translucent geometric shapes that inspire endless creativity, making every play session a vibrant lesson in design and structure.
John Deere Farm Adventure Set
The TOMY John Deere Toy Truck & Toy Tractor With Trailers 26-Piece Farm Toy Value Set sparks creativity and imagination in little ones aged 3 and up. With a delightful mix of durable die-cast and plastic pieces, your child can build their own farm layout, fostering spatial awareness and problem-solving skills. Not only do they engage in active, hands-on play, but they also learn about farm life and teamwork as they create stories and scenarios around their farming adventures. 3+ years
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John Deere Farm Adventure Set includes 26 pieces that let kids create their own farm layouts, sparking creativity and early learning about teamwork and agricultural processes.
Elevate Creativity with E-Z Track Pier Set
Bachmann Trains 18 PC. E-Z TRACK GRADUATED PIER SET opens up a world of imaginative play for budding engineers and train enthusiasts! This fantastic set encourages critical thinking and problem-solving as children learn to build and customize their own layouts. 8+ years
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E-Z Track Pier Set includes 18 pieces that inspire kids to build imaginative landscapes while mastering concepts of engineering and physics. It’s a playtime goldmine for creativity and teamwork!
Chunky Puzzle Fun with Pets!
The Melissa & Doug Pets Wooden Chunky Puzzle is an adorable way to engage your child’s mind while they play! With eight chunky, colorful pieces featuring delightful pets, this puzzle not only promotes fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination but also inspires imaginative play. Each piece stands up for interactive playtime, and the vibrant images underneath offer visual clues to help your little one solve the puzzle. 2-4 years
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Chunky Puzzle Fun with Pets! features eight colorful, chunky pieces that not only spark imaginative play but also encourage problem-solving in an engaging way.
Creative Learning with Centimeter Cubes
Learning Resources Centimeter Cubes, Set of 1000, opens a world of exploration for children ages 6 and up. These vibrant cubes, available in 10 different colors, aren’t just fun—they provide a hands-on approach to mastering measurement, counting, and patterning. With an included activity guide, our kids can dive into engaging activities that help them understand area and volume in a practical and enjoyable way. 6+ years
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Creative Learning with Centimeter Cubes includes an activity guide that turns math into a colorful adventure, making learning about area and volume as fun as building with blocks.
Under Construction Wall Decals for Kids
RoomMates RMK1007SCS Under Construction Peel and Stick Wall Decals transform any space into a bustling construction zone! As both educators and parents, we know the importance of creating stimulating environments for our children. These vibrant decals not only enhance a child’s imagination but also encourage exploration and storytelling. 3+ years
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Under Construction Wall Decals for Kids transform any space into a construction zone, inviting creativity and hands-on involvement in decorating while boosting little ones' fine motor skills.