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Teacher-Approved Educational Toys for TK & Preschool Kids

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Teacher-approved educational toys that help TK and preschool kids learn through play. Fun, hands-on, and realistic for real homes and classrooms.
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Fine Motor & Hands-On Learning

 
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These are a great fine motor toy that keeps my kids entertained!
Melissa & Doug Primary Lacing Beads - Educational Toy With 30 Wooden Beads and 2 Laces: Baby Learning Toys
 
Kristina Gray profile picture
A great tool for fine motor! These ones are slightly transparent so you can put a light board under it!
Lakeshore Light Table Pegs & Pegboard Set
 
Kristina Gray profile picture
The absolute classic of building fine motor! So many tools to go with it too to keep your kids entertained!
Play-Doh Case of Imagination Multipack - 30pk
 
Kristina Gray profile picture
Mangatiles are a great fine motor toy that builds problem solving skills. My kids will play with these for hours!
PicassoTiles 100pcs Clear Magnetic 3D Blocks

Early Literacy Toys

 
Kristina Gray profile picture
This toy is amazing! I didnt get all the hype until I tried it!
Chuckle and Roar ABC & Spelling Pop Keyboard
 
Kristina Gray profile picture
I love letting my son use these on the fridge to spell words!
Joyfy Magnetic Letters, 26 Alphabet Fridge Magnets for Toddlers & Kids, Animal Educational Toys, Preschool ABC Spelling Learning Toys for Kids Infant
 
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This is my favorite puzzle for early literacy because when they put the piece in the right spot.. it makes the letter sound!
Melissa & Doug® Ms. Rachel Wooden Phonics Alphabet Sound Puzzle with Light-Activated Sound Effects, 26-Piece: Educational Aid
 
Kristina Gray profile picture
This toy helps so much with not only writing the letter but pencil grip too!
LeapFrog Mr. Pencil's Scribble & Write Sound It Out

Early Math & Problem Solving

 
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These counting bears are not only good for counting but making patterns and sorting as well.
Learning Resources Baby Bear Counters Toddler Toys Montessori, Ages 3+
 
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These pattern blocks are so fun! I have them in my classroom and at home.
Plastic Pattern Blocks
 
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These counting hands are great for a kindergarten age child. We love this for beginning addition and subtracting!
UUGEE Montessori Learning Math Toys for 2 3 4 Years Old Boys, Preschool Educational Manipulatives Number Counting Blocks for Kids, Christmas Birthday Gifts Toys for Toddlers 18 Months Girls
 
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Another item i have at home and in my classroom! This one not only has them sorting shapes but also thinking about shapes orientation.
Etokfoks Montessori Wooden Shape Sorter Puzzle 20 Piece Set for Toddlers 1 2 3 Year Old Color Stacking Learning Toy Ages 2-4 Kids