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The Unplugged Edit: Brain-Boosting Toys That Replace the Tablet

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We’ve all done the "easy" screen distraction, but on the long run it makes things harder . This is what I’ve found for my kid, screen-free toys that actually hold attention and teach. From babies to 6 / 7-year-olds, these are the help with independe...
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Babies - 3 years old

These toys are great starters, get good habits, teach, keep them busy and give you some rest time without the guilt of giving them an electronic.
 
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I got this as a gift and we are so happy my kid wanted to be there ALL the time! The colors, different options and quality are unmatched 😃
The Looker Play Kit
 
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This keeps them so busy feel like a cheat code.
Glow and Grow Kick & Play Piano Gym Playmat with Music
 
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My kid would take this guy everywhere! Always kept him happy and busy. Full recommended!
Freddie The Firefly - Baby Plush Teether Toy with Teething Clip
 
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I thought they were kinda weird but the way my kid loves them is wild…
Skip Hop Bandana Buddies
 
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The variety and quality is so good as a Montessori teacher, this is amazing! 🤩
The Babbler Play Kit | Toys for 1-Year Olds
 
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This is so fun for them. Easy to build and they love it!
Tiny Land® Pikler Triangle 7-in-1 Montessori Climbing Set
 
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Doesn’t look like it but it’s fun and stimulates their senses.
PLAYTAB SENSORY SET 1
 
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This is so practical and fun!! Def recommended!
K's Kids 2-in-1 Talking Ball
 
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Magnetiles are one thing but race car is another level!
Magnetic Race Car Track Sets & Expansion Pieces
 
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Classic but always fun and sensory stimulant
VTech Write & Learn Creative Center
 
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STEM in a super fun way!
Fat Brain Toys
 
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This is a fun way to learn the Montessori way. Kids love it!
See & Spell Learning Toy
 
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I mean… I play with this, lol!
Sort, Stock, Select Wooden Vending Machine Play Set

Sensory / STEM toys 3-6 y/o

We’ve all seen the "zombie stare" that comes with too much tablet time. This is my curated shortlist of screen-free toys that actually compete with an iPad for a child's attention. Focused on STEM and sensory engagement, these promote independent pla...
 
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Easy and fun toys. We can spend hours playing with these.
Squigz Starter Set
 
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Marble run is a top toy ALWAYS!
Marble Run
 
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My kid loves to play with this. It’s so fun and easy to use!
Design And Drill
 
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Perfect for them to stay busy and get tired 😉 the quality is spot on and the colors so satisfying!
Stapelstein® Rainbow Set
 
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This so cool because you always get new things, fun, STEM based. Amazing!
Koala Crate: Monthly Activity Box
 
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I love these blocks because it is so fun, teaches kids so many different things and they love it!
Grimms Block Set