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Hands On Activities & Learning for Preschoolers Ages 3 to 5
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items These are our favorite hands-on activities and learning tools for preschoolers ages 3 to 5 that make playtime fun and educational. From creative arts and crafts to early literacy games, counting and number activities, and motor skill builders, each a...
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Alphabet Activities
Counting & Number Games
Color Recognition Play
Fine Motor & Sensory Play
Alphabet Activities
Hands-on alphabet and letter learning activities that help toddlers and preschoolers recognize letters, build early phonics skills, and develop pre-reading confidence through play-based learning.
I love this one for Hands-on learning that helps toddlers and preschoolers practice Alphabet , numbers, colors, and early concepts through play. A great educational activity for floor learning, circle time, and everyday play.
Baby Play Mat Alphabet Rug Non Slip Washable
Fun hands-on alphabet learning activity that helps toddlers and preschoolers practice letter recognition through matching and fine motor play. Combines ABC learning with engaging dinosaur figures to keep kids interested.
52 Pieces Dinosaur Alphabet Learning Toys for Kids
I recommend this alphabet and sight word learning activity for toddlers and preschoolers. Encourages letter recognition and early literacy using interactive matching games.
Wooden Vehicle Alphabet Puzzle 52 Blocks
Hands-on alphabet learning activity that helps toddlers and preschoolers practice letter recognition, letter sounds, and matching skills through interactive fine motor play.
JoyCat Mystery Alphabet Box 26 Pieces Letters
Fun alphabet matching game that helps toddlers and preschoolers practice letter recognition and memory skills through hands-on, play based learning.
Chuckle & Roar Alphabet Matching Game
Vibrant, kid-friendly visuals that make letters and colors stick. I highly recommend these for walls or play areas learning becomes part of the room decor!
Hadley Designs 16 Laminated Toddler Posters
Perfect for introducing letters in two languages while keeping it fun. I suggest this one for kids curious about words in more than one language!
Bilingual Alphabet Flash Cards A to Z
Hands-on building meets learning letters and numbers! I love this for combining creativity with early literacy and math in a playful way.
Wooden Letter & Number Construction Set
Alphabet hopscotch is such a fun way to learn the alphabet while active my toddlers love playing this game
Hopscotch Fun Giant Alphabet Hopscotch
Counting & Number Games
Fun and educational number activities designed to introduce counting, number recognition, and early math concepts for toddlers and preschoolers using hands-on, interactive play.
Counting ice cream scoops has never been so much fun! My preschoolers love sorting by color and practicing their numbers during snack breaks.
JoyCat Ice Cream Counting & Sorting Toy 65 Pieces
One of my favorites this dinosaur balance toy that helps toddlers and preschoolers explore counting, addition, and early math concepts while developing coordination and problem-solving skills.
Dinosaur Math Balance Montessori Toys for Kids
The surprise pieces make learning numbers exciting! My kids enjoy opening each one and counting together it turns math into a little adventure.
Learning Resources Counting Surprise Party Toy
Educational math activity for preschoolers to explore numbers, sorting, and basic addition through interactive block play.
Preschool Math Counting Blocks Montessori Toy
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A playful way to introduce numbers and counting! This train set with math link cubes helps preschoolers practice early math skills, hand-eye coordination, and creative problem-solving through interactive play.
Number Blocks Express Train Math Link Cubes
Color Recognition Play
Color and shape learning activities that support visual development and problem-solving skills. These hands-on activities help toddlers and preschoolers identify colors, shapes, and patterns through playful exploration.
We pull this out whenever we need a calm, focused activity. My preschoolers love matching shapes and colors, and it’s quietly educational too.
Toddler Montessori Wooden Shape Sorting Puzzle
Sorting pretend fruits and vegetables has become a favorite market game at home. It teaches colors and organization while they play shopping!
Learning Resources Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set
These rainbow sorting crayons are such a fun way to work on fine motor skills without it feeling like learning. The chunky, stackable pieces are easy for toddlers to handle and great for color recognition, coordination, and early preschool activities...
Learning Resources Rainbow Sorting Crayons
This matching puzzle is a great first learning toy for toddlers. The self-correcting pieces help kids learn colors and shapes while building confidence and problem-solving skills through independent play.
My First Match It - Colors & Shapes Puzzle
These bears are perfect for counting and color sorting. I love sitting with my preschoolers while they create patterns and practice numbers it keeps them engaged for ages!
Colorful Counting Bears with 100 Cups
Color sorting games are always so much fun for preschoolers we love coming up with games for color sorting with supplies we already have at home.
10 Easy and Fun Color Sorting Activities
Fine Motor & Sensory Play
Educational activities that strengthen fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and finger control. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers practicing grasping, sorting, and pre-writing skills.
A perfect STEM-inspired toy for toddlers! This wooden beads set encourages creativity, concentration, and dexterity while supporting early learning and playful exploration great for travel or at-home activities.
Wooden Beads Mastery Kit
I love these stepping stones for helping little ones build balance and coordination. They’re perfect for indoor or outdoor obstacle courses, letting toddlers stay active while having fun and developing motor skills.
Crab Non-Slip Stepping Stones for Kids
A fun and practical activity book for little learners! With 15 Montessori-inspired activities, it helps preschoolers develop focus, creativity, and early learning skills, making it a great gift for boys and girls.
Preschool Activity Book for 3 to 5 Year Old Kids
A hands-on way to teach little ones about dental hygiene! This 25-piece kit encourages pretend play, fine motor development, and curiosity, making it a perfect gift for toddlers who love to explore and play doctor.
Melissa & Doug Super Smile Dentist Play Set
I love this wooden burger stacking toy because it turns playtime into a learning experience! Toddlers can stack, sort, and pretend to “build” their burgers while practicing fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and imaginative play
Montessori Wooden Burger Stacking Toys for Toddlers
A great way to make learning fun for preschoolers! This activity binder offers a variety of tasks that encourage focus, creativity, and skill-building perfect for home, travel, or as a thoughtful gift.
Huijing Montessori Busy Book - Toddler Toys & Autism Learning