A fun and educational toy to help preschoolers develop fine motor skills.
Melissa & Doug Lacing Beads for Learning
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The Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Lacing Beads are a delightful way to engage young minds and little fingers! Perfect for preschoolers aged 3 to 6, this set includes 27 vibrantly designed beads in fun shapes, along with 2 sturdy laces, all stored neatly in a divided wooden tray. As our kids lace the beads together, they develop essential skills like hand-eye coordination, counting, and shape recognition—while also fostering their creativity. This educational activity promises hands-on, screen-free fun that we, as parents and educators, truly value! 3-6 years
Develops skills:
hand-eye coordination, counting, shape recognition, fine motor skills, creativity
Why we love it:
Melissa & Doug Lacing Beads for Learning includes 27 vibrantly designed beads that turn skill-building into colorful fun, giving kids a chance to explore their creativity while they play.
Engaging Learning with Blue's Clues Beads
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Melissa & Doug Blue’s Clues & You! Wooden Lacing Beads is a delightful way to spark creativity in your preschooler! This set isn't just about threading beads; it’s packed with educational benefits like learning shapes, colors, and counting. As our kids lace colorful beads and match patterns from activity cards, they develop fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities that lay the groundwork for kindergarten readiness. Not to mention, it’s screen-free play that promotes kindness and confidence through imaginative storytelling and fun! 4-7 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, shape recognition, color identification, counting
Why we love it:
Engaging Learning with Blue's Clues Beads features colorful wooden lacing beads, turning creativity into a delightful way for kids to build essential skills while having fun!
Sweet Learning with ABC Lacing Sweets
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Learning Resources Smart Snacks ABC Lacing Sweets is the perfect way to make the alphabet not just educational, but also deliciously fun! As we help our little ones string together colorful beads showcasing uppercase and lowercase letters, we’re not just playing—we’re developing essential fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. These adorable lacing sweets come with a scoop and a storage candy jar, turning learning into an interactive activity that encourages creativity and engagement. Plus, with multiple awards under its belt, this toy truly stands out as a go-to resource for parents and educators alike! 2+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, letter recognition, creativity, problem solving
Why we love it:
Sweet Learning with ABC Lacing Sweets includes colorful beads showcasing uppercase and lowercase letters that make mastering the alphabet a fun, interactive treat!
Engaging 60 Bead Cubes for Learning
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The Junior Learning 60 Bead Cubes & Laces set is a delightful educational tool designed for kids aged 4 and up. With 30 vibrant red and white beads paired with a sturdy black lace string, this hands-on learning experience is perfect for fostering essential math skills. As parents and educators, we appreciate its ability to promote counting, sorting, and pattern recognition in a fun, interactive way. Plus, its compatibility with the Mathcubes range allows us to expand our little ones' learning adventures effortlessly! 4+ years
Develops skills:
counting, sorting, pattern recognition, fine motor skills, early math skills, creativity
Why we love it:
Engaging 60 Bead Cubes for Learning comes with 30 vibrant beads that make math feel like a colorful adventure, turning counting and sorting into a fun game for curious minds.
Lowercase Lacing Letters Fun!
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The Learning Resources Lowercase Lacing Letters set is an engaging way for kids aged 3 and up to explore the world of letters! With 275 vibrant alphabet beads and colorful laces, children can practice letter recognition, develop fine motor skills, and even string together simple words. As parents and educators, we love how this set fosters creativity and learning through hands-on play, making it a fantastic addition to any homeschooling toolkit or classroom. Whether it's for back-to-school or just because, this toy turns learning into a unique adventure! 3+ years
Develops skills:
letter recognition, fine motor skills, creativity, spelling, problem solving
Why we love it:
Lowercase Lacing Letters Fun! includes 275 vibrant alphabet beads that turn learning into a colorful adventure, all while developing essential skills through hands-on play.
Explore with the 7-in-1 Activity Cube
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The Teamson Kids Preschool Play Lab 7-in-1 Large Wooden Activity Cube Station Center is a delightful educational tool for toddlers aged 2 and up. This multifunctional toy nurtures essential skills like counting, shape recognition, and fine motor abilities as little ones engage with colorful beads, spinning gears, and musical elements. With its natural materials and no distracting electronic noises, it's an enchanting and safe way to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds. 2-5 years
Develops skills:
counting, shape recognition, fine motor skills, problem solving, spatial reasoning
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Explore with the 7-in-1 Activity Cube features colorful beads and spinning gears, making learning a vibrant adventure that keeps little hands busy and minds curious.
Lacing Fun with Pets Activity Set
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Melissa & Doug Lace and Trace Activity Set: Pets is a delightful way for our little ones to build essential fine motor skills while having a blast! These charming wooden animal panels capture children's imaginations as they practice lacing colorful cords through each critter. It’s not just a toy; it’s a hands-on opportunity for preschoolers to enhance their coordination, focus, and creativity. Perfect for kids aged 3 to 6, this set offers hours of screen-free play that we love just as much as they do! 3-6 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, focus, creativity, spatial reasoning
Why we love it:
Lacing Fun with Pets Activity Set includes charming wooden animal panels that turn lacing into a delightful adventure, helping preschoolers develop coordination while letting their imaginations run wild.
Uppercase Lacing Alphabet Fun
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The Learning Resources Uppercase Lacing Alphabet is a delightful educational tool for our little learners ages 3 and up! With 275 colorful pieces, including 260 uppercase letters and 15 durable laces, this engaging set offers a hands-on way to enhance fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. As we guide our children in lacing together letters, we're not only fostering their early literacy skills, but also igniting a love for learning through play. It's the perfect addition to preschool learning, small-group activities, and homeschooling adventures, making every moment an opportunity for growth! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, early literacy, problem solving, creativity
Why we love it:
Uppercase Lacing Alphabet Fun includes 275 colorful pieces that make learning letters an interactive experience, turning every lacing session into a playful adventure in literacy.
Geo Pegs: Shape and Color Fun!
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edxeducation Geo Pegs and Peg Board Set is an exciting way for toddlers and preschoolers to explore shapes and colors while playing! With 36 vibrant pegs in appealing shapes like squares, circles, and triangles, our little ones will develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as they stack and lace. This fantastic educational toy not only makes learning fun but also encourages problem-solving and creativity. Perfect for homeschool activities or playdates, it's a delightful tool to inspire your child's early learning journey. 18 months+
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, shape recognition, color identification, problem solving
Why we love it:
Geo Pegs: Shape and Color Fun! includes 36 vibrant pegs that transform playtime into a colorful learning adventure, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills in tiny hands.
Engaging Alphabet Learning Kit
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The Learning Resources Skill Builders Letter Learning Kit is a fantastic way to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of letters and sounds! With 72 colorful lacing letters and workbook-style activities, kids will build their phonics, sight words, and spelling skills while also developing fine motor coordination and pincer grasp. As parents and educators, we know how important it is to make learning fun, and this kit provides hands-on engagement that's perfect for both homeschooling and preschool classrooms. Plus, with built-in storage for easy cleanup and portability, it's truly a win-win for on-the-go learning! 3-6 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, phonics, sight words, spelling, coordination
Why we love it:
Engaging Alphabet Learning Kit includes 72 colorful lacing letters that turn letter learning into a fun, hands-on adventure for young minds eager to explore sounds and words.
Kids First Math: Lacing Beads Kit
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The Kids First Math: Lacing Beads Math Kit is a delightful way for children aged 3 and up to dive into the world of numbers and patterns! With 300 vibrant beads and engaging activity cards, this kit nurtures essential skills like counting, sorting, sequencing, and pattern recognition—all while having fun. As parents and educators, we know the importance of hands-on learning, and this kit promotes fine motor skills and spatial intelligence, making math an exciting adventure. Perfect for both at-home and classroom use, it supports open-ended creative play that keeps kids engaged and motivated! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, counting, sorting, sequencing, pattern recognition, spatial intelligence
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Kids First Math: Lacing Beads Kit comes with 300 vibrant beads and activity cards, making math feel like a colorful adventure rather than a chore.
Boost Fine Motor Skills with Garden Lacing Set
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Excellerations 17 Jumbo Pieces Garden Lacing Set is a delightful way for our little ones to explore the wonders of nature while developing crucial fine motor skills! Kids will love stringing together vibrant, chunky wooden pieces like a cheerful bumble bee and an adorable frog, enhancing their hand-eye coordination and concentration in a playful and engaging manner. With a specially designed flat-head needle, even the tiniest fingers can successfully tackle lacing activities, making this toy perfect for endless fun and learning. As parents and educators, we know how important these early skills are, and this garden-themed set offers both educational benefits and imaginative play all in one! 2 years and up
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, concentration, imaginative play, problem solving
Why we love it:
Boost Fine Motor Skills with Garden Lacing Set features 17 chunky wooden pieces that turn lacing into a garden adventure, making skill-building both fun and imaginative.
Engaging Wooden Lacing Beads for Growth
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Extasticks Wooden Lacing Beads Toy is the perfect companion for playful learning! As fellow parents and educators, we cherish how this Montessori-inspired toy encourages our little ones to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination while immersed in joyful play. The vibrant colors and diverse shapes not only captivate young minds but also spark creativity and enhance cognitive abilities through fun sorting and counting activities. With adjustable difficulty levels, parents can tailor the challenges to match their child's evolving skills, ensuring endless opportunities for exploration and learning! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creativity, cognitive development, sorting, counting
Why we love it:
Engaging Wooden Lacing Beads for Growth features vibrant colors and various shapes that captivate little minds while turning learning into a colorful adventure of creativity and skill-building.
Creative Fun with Junior String Art
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edxeducation Junior String Art is an exciting way for our little ones to unleash their creativity while learning valuable skills! This engaging lacing toy offers two baseboards and eight colorful laces, perfect for crafting imaginative designs. As parents and educators, we’ll love how it encourages shape recognition, patterning, and fine motor skills through the simple, satisfying act of poking and threading. Plus, the ability to link the baseboards allows for endless creative exploration and keeps our kids engaged for hours! 3-6 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, shape recognition, patterning, creative expression, spatial awareness
Why we love it:
Creative Fun with Junior String Art comes with two baseboards and eight colorful laces, transforming simple threading into an adventure of imagination and skill-building!
String Shapes: Colorful Learning Fun!
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Hape String Shapes Wooden Toy Blocks is not just a toy; it's a gateway to creativity and learning! With 32 vibrant wooden blocks and 2 colorful laces, little hands can create everything from towering structures to delightful trains. This engaging set promotes fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as children lace and stack their designs. Plus, sorting the blocks by colour, shape, or pattern offers a wonderful opportunity for developing early math skills and color recognition—all while having a blast! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, sorting, color recognition, shape recognition, early math skills, creativity
Why we love it:
String Shapes: Colorful Learning Fun! includes 32 vibrant wooden blocks that encourage little ones to build, creating a joyful blend of play and learning right at their fingertips.
Engaging Wooden Lacing Beads for Learning Fun
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The Original Toy Company Wooden Lacing Beads in Storage Bucket is a delightful way for our little ones to develop essential skills while having a blast! These vibrant, chunky beads not only captivate children’s attention but also help cultivate hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. As they lace together colorful patterns, they enhance their fine motor skills and engage in creative play. With 90 durable wooden beads and a handy storage bucket for travel, this set makes learning fun and easy—perfect for on-the-go families and budding artists alike! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creative play, color recognition, patterning
Why we love it:
Engaging Wooden Lacing Beads for Learning Fun includes 90 colorful beads that transform skill building into a creative adventure, making each lacing session an exciting masterpiece in the making.
Learn to Dress Doll: Fun Skills Practice!
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Children's Factory Learn to Dress Doll is a fantastic tool for nurturing practical dressing skills in toddlers! This delightful doll encourages children to zip, snap, button, lace, and buckle, all while having fun. It’s perfect for building independence and confidence in young learners aged 3-5, helping them master essential tasks just like on a busy board. What’s more, its soft, durable design makes it a washable companion that’s great for both home and classroom settings—an absolute must-have for any preschool or daycare environment! 3-5 years
Develops skills:
practical dressing skills, fine motor skills, independence, confidence, problem solving
Why we love it:
Learn to Dress Doll features soft, durable materials that invite little hands to practice zipping, snapping, and buttoning, making learning essential dressing skills feel like a fun adventure.
Colorful Counting Adventure
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The Wooden Abacus by Small Foot is a timeless educational tool, providing a playful introduction to arithmetic for children aged 4 and up. This engaging bead counter not only aids in understanding numbers through addition and subtraction but also develops essential motor skills and logical thinking. With its vivid colors and hands-on approach, it’s an ideal way to spark a love for math while ensuring safety and durability for active preschoolers. 4+ years
Develops skills:
numeracy, fine motor skills, logical thinking, color recognition, problem solving
Why we love it:
Colorful Counting Adventure features vivid colors and engaging beads that turn math into a fun game, making it easier to spark a lifelong love for numbers.
Enhance Learning with FunPlay Attribute Beads!
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edxeducation FunPlay Attribute Beads is a fantastic homeschool kit that transforms playtime into a rich educational experience. With 72 colorful wooden lacing beads in various shapes and sizes, kids can explore counting, sorting, and sequencing while having a blast! As fellow parents and educators, we appreciate how this kit fosters problem-solving skills and logical thinking through engaging activities. Plus, it encourages focused attention by allowing little ones to dive into 10-minute stations throughout the home, making learning both fun and effective! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, counting, sorting, sequencing, problem solving, logical thinking
Why we love it:
Enhance Learning with FunPlay Attribute Beads features 72 colorful wooden lacing beads that turn counting and sorting into an engaging adventure, making learning feel like playtime!
Lacing Letters for Alphabet Fun!
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Center Enterprise Inc. Ready2Learn Lacing Letters is an engaging way for our little learners to explore the alphabet while developing essential fine motor skills. With 68 colorful pieces featuring both uppercase and lowercase letters, children will effortlessly design words while threading with vibrant laces. The color-coded vowels simplify early spelling and phonics activities, making it easy for us as parents and educators to support their learning journey. Plus, these large letters double as stencils for arts and crafts, allowing creativity to flow alongside literacy development! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, letter recognition, spelling, creativity, phonics
Why we love it:
Lacing Letters for Alphabet Fun! features 68 colorful pieces that turn spelling into a vibrant threading adventure, making literacy development as engaging as it is educational.
Engaging Baby Walker Activity Station
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Teamson Kids Preschool Play Lab Wooden Baby Walker and Activity Station is a delightful way to encourage your little one’s first steps while stimulating their mind! Packed with vibrant activities like a bead maze, xylophone, spinning gears, and shape sorter, this walker helps develop fine motor skills and cognitive abilities in a fun, interactive manner. The sturdy hardwood design ensures safety as your baby explores, and the compact storage space allows for easy cleanup. As parents, we appreciate how effortlessly it goes together, making it an ideal addition to our baby's playtime adventures! 6-18 months
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, cognitive development, spatial awareness, problem solving, imaginative play, hand-eye coordination
Why we love it:
Engaging Baby Walker Activity Station features vibrant activities like a bead maze and xylophone, turning your child's first steps into a symphony of fun and learning.
Chuckle & Roar Magnetic Dot Art Fun
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The Chuckle & Roar Magnetic Dot Art Designer is a delightful tool for preschoolers, merging creativity with learning in the most engaging way! With 50 fun activities on double-sided cards, children will develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and number recognition while crafting beautiful artworks. The mess-free design makes this toy perfect for travel and eases parents' worries about cleanup. Plus, the magnetic pen and vibrant beads invite endless imagination, encouraging kids to switch from guided designs to free play, fostering creativity at every turn. Preschool
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, number recognition, creativity, problem solving
Why we love it:
Chuckle & Roar Magnetic Dot Art Fun includes 50 engaging double-sided activity cards, turning every car ride into a creative adventure while keeping cleanup worry-free!
Hape String-Along Shapes: Colorful Learning Fun
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Hape String-Along Shapes is more than just a toy; it's a delightful journey into the world of color, pattern, and shape exploration! As parents and educators, we know how crucial it is for our little ones to develop their motor skills and stimulate their imagination during these early years. This classic lacing toy not only provides endless fun but also encourages sorting and problem-solving as children engage with its vibrant, high-quality wooden pieces. Plus, with Hape's commitment to non-toxic finishes, we can feel good about letting our kids play, learn, and grow safely! 3-5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, color recognition, shape sorting, imaginative play
Why we love it:
Hape String-Along Shapes features vibrant wooden pieces that spark creativity while helping little ones develop vital motor skills, making playtime both fun and educational!
Creative Butterfly Beads Jewelry Set
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The Melissa & Doug Created by Me! Butterfly Beads Wooden Bead Kit invites creativity and joy into hands-on playtime. With over 150 vibrant beads and colorful cords, kids aged 4 to 7 can explore their artistic side while improving fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. As they string together unique necklaces and other jewelry, they'll also enhance their cognitive skills and visual perception—making this delightful kit a fantastic choice for parents looking to foster creativity and learning through screen-free activities. 4-7 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creativity, cognitive skills, visual perception, problem solving
Why we love it:
Creative Butterfly Beads Jewelry Set includes over 150 vibrant beads, offering kids a colorful way to unleash their creativity while practicing vital fine motor skills and coordination.
Crayola Jumbo Crayons Classpack Fun!
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Crayola Jumbo Crayons Classpack (200ct) is the perfect addition to your preschool learning experience! These extra-large crayons fit comfortably in tiny hands, making them a fantastic tool for encouraging creativity and fine motor skills in early learners. With eight vibrant colors, children can explore their imaginations while practicing color recognition and blending. Not only are these crayons non-toxic and safe for ages three and up, but they also come neatly organized in a storage box—ideal for classrooms, playdates, and art activities at home! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, creative expression, coordination, early learning
Why we love it:
Crayola Jumbo Crayons Classpack includes 200 extra-large crayons perfect for tiny hands, making it a colorful companion for unleashing imagination while enhancing essential motor skills.
Spark Joy with Metallic Green Beads
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33 inch 07mm Round Metallic Green Mardi Gras Beads bring color and creativity to playtime! Perfect for bustling classrooms, these vibrant necklaces can spark a wide range of imaginative activities, from dramatic play to art projects. As kids string them together or dress up with these beads, they're not just having fun; they’re also honing fine motor skills, enhancing their creativity, and exploring colors. It's a delightful way for parents and educators to cultivate a love for creative expression while celebrating every occasion! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, color recognition, imaginative play, problem solving
Why we love it:
Spark Joy with Metallic Green Beads are 33 inches of vibrant color, turning any activity into a creative adventure while sneakily developing essential skills. Who knew necklace-making could be so educational?
Create with Sparkle: Bead Joy Awaits!
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Melissa & Doug Created by Me! Sparkle & Shimmer Beads Wooden Bead Kit is the perfect canvas for your child's creativity! With over 340 vibrant wooden beads in various colors, shapes, and designs, your little one can dive into the world of jewelry-making and unleash their imagination. This kit not only promotes fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through stringing and patterning but also allows for personalized projects with 100 alphabet beads—ideal for creating name necklaces or special gifts. Packaged in a sturdy wooden tray, this delightful activity is an enriching, screen-free way for ages 4 to 12 to engage in meaningful and fun playtime adventures together. 4-12 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creativity, pattern recognition, spatial reasoning
Why we love it:
Create with Sparkle: Bead Joy Awaits! includes over 340 vibrant wooden beads, making it a colorful adventure in creativity that results in personalized treasures your child will cherish.
Dive into Fun with Largemouth Bass Puppet!
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Folkmanis Mini Largemouth Bass Finger Puppet is a delightful way to spark a child’s imagination and enhance storytelling skills. This interactive fish puppet allows little ones to express themselves through play, fostering creativity and role-playing skills. Perfect for preschool settings and at-home storytelling sessions, it encourages language development as kids narrate their own fishy tales. Made from high-quality materials with lifelike details, it promises not just fun but also years of educational enjoyment. 3+ years
Develops skills:
imagination, storytelling, language development, role-playing, fine motor skills
Why we love it:
Dive into Fun with Largemouth Bass Puppet is crafted from high-quality materials with lifelike details, making storytelling a splashy, interactive adventure that fuels creativity and language skills.
Excellerations Wooden Abacus Adventure
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The Excellerations Wooden Abacus is a delightful tool that invites children to embark on their mathematical journey. With 100 beautifully colored beads, kids can explore counting, addition, and place value in a hands-on way that fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Perfect for use at home or in preschool settings, this abacus transforms early math learning into an engaging, visual experience that cultivates a love for numbers. 3+ years
Develops skills:
counting, addition, place value, critical thinking, problem solving, fine motor skills
Why we love it:
Excellerations Wooden Abacus Adventure features 100 beautifully colored beads that turn early math learning into a hands-on exploration, making numbers as fun as they are educational.
Beads in a Bucket for Creative Play
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Learning Resources Beads in a Bucket is an exciting set of 110 colorful lacing beads great for kids aged 3 and up. This engaging toy not only provides endless fun but also enhances fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creativity in little ones. Perfect for classrooms and home use, these beads encourage kids to explore their artistic sides while developing focus and patience. Whether threading necklaces or creating unique patterns, these beads transform playtime into a valuable learning experience that we can all appreciate! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creativity, focus, patience
Why we love it:
Beads in a Bucket includes 110 colorful lacing beads that turn crafting into a delightful exercise in patience and artistic expression, making every creation a proud masterpiece.