Play-Based Learning Toys

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Learning Resources Slam Ships! Sight Words Game, 5.8" x 10" x 1.25", Assorted Colors (LER8596) image 1
30% off  of Learning Resources Slam Ships! Sight Words Game, 5.8" x 10" x 1.25", Assorted Colors (LER8596)
Item: 24477566
Model: LER8596

It's the hear-it, see-it, slam-it sight word game of cosmic proportions. Kids build new vocabulary and word recognition skills during every out-of-this-world playtime with the Learning Resources Slam Ships! Sight Words Game. Start by grabbing one of four colorful UFO slammers, each of which comes with a suction cup base, and spreading out some of the set's sight word cards across the table. After one of the sight words is called out, spot the card with the word on it, then slam down your UFO to capture and collect it. Like other swat games, the player with the most sight word cards at the end of the round wins. Every time they slam, kids build the vocabulary and word recognition skills they need to succeed at reading, spelling, and all sorts of language arts. The Learning Resources Slam Ships! Sight Words Game also grows with them: the set's 110 double-sided sight word cards come in five different vocabulary levels that help you increase difficulty and introduce new concepts for a fun twist on kindergarten games..Hear-it, see-it, slam-it sight word game of cosmic proportions, for children aged five-eight years.Comes in assorted colors.Dimensions: 5.8"H x 10"W x 1.25"D.Set includes 110 double-sided sight word cards that come in five different vocabulary levels.Every time they slam, kids build the vocabulary and word recognition skills they need to succeed at reading, spelling, and all sorts of language arts

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Learning Resources 1-10 Counting Owls Classroom Set, Assorted Colors (LER7752) image 1
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Item: 24477571
Model: LER7752

Whoooooo's ready to learn new skills? Students get a wise introduction to number recognition, counting, and other early math skills every time they play with the Learning Resources 1-10 Counting Owls classroom activity set. This classroom set of math manipulatives has enough owls (and enough learning) for all of your small-group math activity needs. Using the set's four branches and 220 owl counters, you can introduce everything from colors and counting to addition and subtraction to patterning and sorting skills and more. Arrange the owls from one to 10 on their branches, sort them by color, or count them all up: the Learning Resources 1-10 Counting Owls classroom activity set is versatile enough to support these activities and more. The Learning Resources 1-10 Counting Owls classroom activity set also comes with an expanded classroom guide filled with additional activities and suggestions that turn each math lesson into the opportunity for wise owl fun..Students get a wise introduction to number recognition, counting, and other early math skills every time they play with this classroom activity set.Comes in assorted colors.Using the set's four branches and 220 owl counters, you can introduce everything from colors and counting to addition and subtraction to patterning and sorting skills and more.Arrange the owls from one to 10 on their branches, sort them by color, or count them all up.Comes with an expanded classroom guide filled with additional activities and suggestions that turn each math lesson into the opportunity for wise owl fun

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Learning Resources Discovery Acorns, Assorted Colors, 10/Pack (LER3073) image 1
Item: 24477617
Model: LER3073

Set of 10 toy acorns with tactile green and orange lids add nature fun to memory and sorting games. Animal silhouettes printed on each base promote sorting and matching: find the fox, hare, owl, and more. Learning Resources Discovery Acorns develop exploration, discovery, and imaginative play skills..Set of 10 toy acorns with tactile green and orange lids add nature fun to memory and sorting games, for children from three to seven.Comes in assorted colors.Animal silhouettes printed on each base promote sorting and matching: find the fox, hare, owl, and more.Develops exploration, discovery, and imaginative play skills

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Learning Resources Snap-n-Learn Letter Llamas, Assorted Colors (LER6713) image 1
Item: 24485018
Model: LER6713

These adorable llamas are ready for alphabet learning adventures. Kids learn letter and early color matching every time they mix and match Snap-n-Learn Letter Llamas. Each of this set's 13 two-piece llamas comes with uppercase and lowercase letters on each side of their saddles, which gives toddlers a fun, hands-on way to learn their letter matching skills. Sized for little hands, these Snap-n-Learn Letter Llamas pop apart and push back together with ease, helping little ones build hand strength, coordination, and other essential fine motor skills every time they play. These cute llamas also come in five vibrant colors ready to help toddlers work on early color matching skills. After alphabet adventures end for the day, Snap-n-Learn Letter Llamas can take a well-earned rest in their included reusable plastic storage tub, which makes cleanup and storage a snap..13 two-piece llamas come with uppercase and lowercase letters on each side of their saddles, which gives toddlers a fun letter matching skill learning experience; for ages 2 and up.Made of plastic and comes in five vibrant colors ready to help toddlers work on early color matching skills.Dimensions: 5.5"H x 5.4"W x 1.15"D.Helps little ones build hand strength, coordination, and other essential fine motor skills every time they play.Included reusable plastic storage tub makes cleanup and storage a snap

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Learning Resources New Sprouts Pasta Time, Multicolor (LER9746) image 1
Item: 24485021
Model: LER9746

It's a pastariffic way to pretend. Serve up imaginative Italian feasts with the realistic play food found within the New Sprouts Pasta Time set. This 20-piece play food set features everything kids need for their next imaginary meals, including meatballs, ravioli, noodles, bread, and even a cheese shaker. In addition to scrumptious-looking food, New Sprouts Pasta Time also includes all of the kitchen-inspired tools needed to serve a meal, from plates and forks to tongs and a pasta strainer. Dream up imaginative dinners, introduce table etiquette, learn kitchen vocabulary, and more: this play food is ready for learning fun. When playtime is finished, each piece of durable plastic play food wipes clean for easy storage..Realistic play food set features everything kids need for their next imaginary Italian meals; for kids from 2 to 6 years old.Made of durable plastic and comes multicolored.Contains 20 pieces, including meatballs, ravioli, noodles, bread, and even a cheese shaker.Also, includes all of the kitchen-inspired tools needed to serve a meal, from plates and forks to tongs and a pasta strainer.Works with all of New Sprouts line of products, as well as existing play kitchens and food sets.Wipes clean for easy storage

Price is  $25.99
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Learning Resources Pattern Block Activity Set, Assorted Colors (LER 6134) image 1
Item: 24485035
Model: LER6134

Turn colorful pattern blocks into works of art with this 144-piece Learning Resources Pattern Block Activity Set. Follow along with 20 double-sided picture cards to shape blocks into a flower, a train, a boat, and more. The set includes 124 colorful pattern blocks and 40 progressive challenges that build shape and color identification along with critical thinking skills. Cards measure 8.5" x 11"..This pattern set helps kids build shape and color identification along with critical thinking skills; for kids from 4 to 8 years old.Comes in assorted colors.Dimensions: 8.8"H x 11.25"W x 1.75"D.Cards size: 8.5" x 11".Set contains 124 colorful pattern blocks and 20 double-sided picture cards.Features 40 progressive challenges.Warning: choking hazard due to small parts; not for children under three years

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Learning Resources Sorting Surprise Pirate Treasure Chest Toy Set, Assorted Colors (LER 6808) image 1
Item: 24485039
Model: LER6808

There's pirate treasure afoot, and it's packed with learning fun. Unlock fine motor fun and new sorting and matching skills with the Learning Resources Sorting Surprise Pirate Treasure set. Within each of this set's five numbered plastic pirate chests hides a colorful toy surprise; kids can discover a purple parrot, a green octopus, a red spyglass, and more. Sized for little hands, the keys help kids build coordination and other fine motor skills with every pop of their pirate chests. As they count up their new treasures, kids will also build color and shape identification skills, but that's not all: the Sorting Surprise Pirate Treasure set also includes 15 colored treasure coins that add to the sorting and matching fun. Sort pirate treasures by color, match the coins to their toy surprises, or just drop them through the slots in the tops of the chests. With the Sorting Surprise Pirate Treasure, imaginative adventures never end..Set of five numbered pirate chests with toy surprises helps develop fine motor, sorting, and matching skills.Made of plastic in assorted colors.To capture their pirate treasure, kids must unlock each chest using the correct key.Each lock features a different shape.Treasure coins add fun to the sorting and matching.Package contents: five numbered treasure chests, five shaped keys, five surprise treasures in five colors (octopus, parrot, hat, diamond, telescope), and 15 coins in five colors.For children ages three to seven

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Learning Resources Alphabet Self Correcting Puzzle Cards, 26/Set (LER6089) image 1
Item: 24485044
Model: LER6089

Build new kindergarten readiness skills, one piece at a time! Get your little ones learning and playing at the same time with the Alphabet Puzzle Cards from Learning Resources. This set of 26 colorful three-piece puzzles helps kids master early alphabet and language skills through brain-teasing puzzle play. Each puzzle features one letter of the alphabet in uppercase and lowercase form, as well as a full-color image of a vocabulary word that begins with that letter; from alligator to zebra, your kids will pick up new language skills as they play. Designed with little ones in mind, each puzzle is self-correcting, which makes it easier for kids to puzzle out the one right answer. Each set of Alphabet Puzzle Cards comes in a sturdy reusable box that doubles as a storage container when playtime is done..PUZZLES GET KIDS READY FOR KINDERGARTEN: Build kindergarten readiness skills with these fun puzzles!.PUZZLES HELP KIDS VISUALIZE: SET of 26 three-piece puzzles with every letter of the alphabet!.SELF-CORRECTING: Puzzles ensure there's only one right answer!.EASY CLEAN-UP: Storage box makes cleanup easy when playtime is done!.This puzzle cards set helps kids ages four to eight master early spelling and language skills through brain-teasing puzzle play.PUZZLES FOR KIDS: AGE 4+.Dimensions: 5.25"H x 7.2"W x 1.05"D.GIVE THE GIFT OF LEARNING: Whether you’re shopping for holidays, birthdays, or just because, toys from Learning Resources help you discover new learning fun every time you give a gift! Ideal gift for Halloween, Christmas, Stocking Stuffers or even for Homeschool..WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD-SMALL PARTS (1). Not for < 3 yrs..Learning Resources Alphabet Puzzle Cards, Kindergarten Readniness, Self Correcting Puzzles, Ages 4+

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About Play-Based Learning Toys

Play-based learning toys are designed to engage children in interactive and imaginative play while promoting essential developmental skills. These toys encourage creativity, problem-solving, and social interaction, making learning enjoyable and effective for young minds.

By incorporating elements of pretend play, sensory exploration, and hands-on activities, play-based learning toys help children develop cognitive, emotional, and physical skills. They provide a fun way for kids to explore their interests and learn about the world around them.

When selecting play-based learning toys, consider features such as age appropriateness, safety materials, and the type of skills they promote. Look for toys that encourage role-playing, such as kitchen sets or doctor kits, as they foster social skills and empathy through imaginative scenarios.

Additionally, sensory toys and puzzles can enhance fine motor skills and cognitive development. Toys that incorporate colors, shapes, and numbers can also provide foundational learning in a playful context, making them ideal for early childhood education and development.

What are play-based learning toys?

  • Play-based learning toys are educational toys designed to facilitate learning through play. They help children develop various skills, including social, emotional, cognitive, and physical abilities while engaging in fun activities.

Why are play-based learning toys important?

  • These toys are crucial for child development as they promote creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. They also encourage social interaction and emotional growth, helping children learn how to express themselves and interact with others.

What types of skills do play-based learning toys develop?

  • Play-based learning toys can develop a wide range of skills, including fine motor skills, language development, social skills, and cognitive abilities. They often encourage imaginative play, which is essential for emotional and social growth.

How do I choose the right play-based learning toys for my child?

  • When choosing play-based learning toys, consider your child's age, interests, and developmental stage. Look for toys that are safe, durable, and promote skills relevant to their growth, such as problem-solving or social interaction.

Can play-based learning toys be used in educational settings?

  • Yes, play-based learning toys are widely used in educational settings, such as preschools and kindergartens. They provide a hands-on approach to learning that can enhance engagement and retention of information among young learners.

Are play-based learning toys suitable for all ages?

  • While play-based learning toys are primarily designed for young children, many can be adapted for older kids as well. It's important to select toys that match the developmental stage and interests of the child to maximize their learning potential.