Problem-Solving Toys

Barker Creek’s Kidshapes™ Pattern Blocks includes 108 magnetic manipulatives. Spatial relationships, simple geometry, problem solving — these are just a few of the skills children learn when working with pattern blocks. Additional magnetic sets that will further strengthen your students’ mathematic skills and top-selling magnetic-receptive Kidboards™ are available from Barker Creek: Search Barker Creek Learning Magnets..Set includes 108 magnetic pieces.Spatial relationships, simple geometry, problem solving, these are just a few of the skills children learn when working with pattern blocks.Ideal for matching skill practice and fitting shapes together to construct designs .Pre K+ grade.4+ age.Coordinating products available: Search Barker Creek Learning Magnets..Barker Creek's Pattern blocks have 108 magnetic pieces.

STEM activity sets help students experience STEM through hands-on activities and experiments while challenging them to think critically, solve problems effectively, and acquire the skills needed to enter STEM-related fields of science, technology, engineering and math..Classroom Bundle- Force & Motion Activity, Simple Machines, Magnets! And Sink or Float.Ages 5 +, Grades K+.15.0" X 12.7".The perfect introduction to building key Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math skills..Hands on and colorful magnets, machines, and floating toys.The perfect introduction to building key Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math skills.Comprehensive activity guide with reproducible materials.Skill: critical thinking, cause and effect, problem solving.A great resources for integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) into your classroom

Learn early physics with this two-piece submarine and floating raft along with colorful weights, rings, balls and stars to bring investigations to life. Ten detailed Activity Cards with engaging, high-impact activities cover all aspects of STEM, plus key science concepts of buoyancy, density, and more! Includes comprehensive Activity Guide..Sink or Float Activity Set.Assorted, mixed materials.Ages 5+, Grades K+.Includes: two-piece submarine and floating raft along with colorful weights, rings, balls and stars.Skill: Critical thinking, cause and effect, problem solving.Key concepts: buoyancy, density.Submarine measures 6"L x 3-1/2"H.A great resources for integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) into your classroom.Supports Sensory Motor Skills

Introduce coding and puzzle solving with this colorful, programmable mouse with maze. A great way to introduce young children to science, technology, engineering, and math. Mouse lights up and sounds and also features two speeds are perfect for tabletop or floor play..Robot Mouse Coding Activity Set.Assorted, Plastic.Mouse measures 4”(L).Ages 5+, Grades K+.Includes: mouse, 16 maze grids, 22 maze walls, and 3 tunnels.3 AAA batteries (not included).Skills: critical thinking, coding, problem solving.A great resources for integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) into your classroom.Perfect Gift Idea

Magnets Activity Set provides hands-on experience with magnets and introduces content vocabulary such as attract, repel, and polarity. A great way to introduce young children to science, technology, engineering, and math..Magnets Activity Set.Assorted, Magnets.Maze tray measures 11”L x 1/2”W x 81/2”H.Ages 5+, Grades K+.Includes: 2 bar magnets, 2 magnetic bugs, 4 ring magnets, horseshoe magnet, magnetic post, 2 snap-on cars, maze tray, string, 10 double-sided Activity Cards, and a comprehensive Activity Guide.Skills: Critical thinking, coding, problem solving.Maze tray measures 11"L x 1/2"W x 8-1/2"H.A great resources for integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) into your classroom.Supports Sensory Motor Skills

Explore how things go by conducting investigations, solving problems, and practicing early engineering. Ten double-sided Activity Cards cover all aspects of STEM, plus key concepts of gravity, inertia, friction, push/pull, and more..Force & Motion Activity Set.Assorted, mixed materials.Ages 5+, Grades K+.Includes: 2 cars, 2 double-sided tracks, 4 weighted blocks, pendulum ball, ladder with 2 removable bars, and a comprehensive Activity Guide.Skills: Critical thinking, coding, problem solving.Key concepts: gravity, inertia, friction, push/pull.Ladder measures 9.25"H; tracks measure 12"L.A great resources for integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) into your classroom

This starter set featuring fun, bright colors and interchangeable gears let you design and combine to make your creation. Gears connect on bases and pillars easily, enhancing eye-hand coordination, fine motor skills, and precision kids get hands-on cause and effect learning when they turn the handle and watch their design..Starter Building Set for Gears! Gears! Gears!®.Ages 3+, Grades PreK+.Assorted, Plastic.10.25" X 10.25".Introduce young builders to the world of gears with this starter set featuring fun, bright new colors.Compatible with all Gears! Gears! Gears!® sets for even more fun!.Includes: 28 colorful gears, 14 square pillars, 13 six-way axles, 4 interlocking bases, handle, and Activity Guide.Skill: Critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, cause and effect.A great resources for integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) into your classroom

This game challenges players to build 3-D puzzles from different visual perspectives. Forty double-sided cards feature the puzzle on the front and the solution on the back. Three levels of play sharpen spatial visualization, critical thinking, and problem solving skills..360 Degree 3D Building Game.Ages 5+, Grades K+.Includes: 15 colorful blocks and Activity Guide.Skill: Spatial visualization, critical thinking, problem solving.Largest piece measures 4.5"L x 3"H.A great resources for integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) into your classroom.For 1 or more players