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Educational Games, Tools and Kits for Children
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items Great for use in a classroom setting homeschool use or even just for fun hidden learning!
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Brain Games And Learning
Outdoor Learning & Play
Art Supplies & Craft Kits
Brain Games And Learning
Making learning enjoyable!
I got these when my kiddo was struggling to grasp sight words. I realized the items with pictures were causing a crutch in the learning process. Much easier when the main focus was the word alone.
Flash Cards: Sight Words
If you're trying to find a way to balance learning and tablet use, Osmo may be the way to go. You can choose to use an Ipad or a Fire Tablet, then download apps that go along with what your kiddo enjoys or needs a bit of help with.
Osmo - Little Genius Starter Kit for iPad & iPhone
Such a fun game for 18m+ especially in an early education class setting! The cards are much bigger than I expected. I ended up laminating them so they would last a long time!
Mindware Seek-a-Boo Game
I purchased the first two sets when my kiddo was having a ton of trouble beginning to read and was getting behind due to having an analytical brain, going from the letter sounds to letter sounds in words was quite tricky. This makes it fun to get the...
POP for Sight Words™ Game
Zingo is a fun rapid pace bingo game, great for learning! Kids can play on their own for memory practice. They have a few different versions, we had the sight words and I am familiar with the word builder option also! They start as young as age 4!
ThinkFun Zingo Bingo Preschool Game, Age 4+
Great wipe clean option for learning. These are easy to travel with or use at home! The age range is versatile for a multiple child house holds or to have around during family or friend get togethers.
Skillmatics Educational Toy - I Can Write
So many great options for learning with Banana Panda. They have items that start from birth to around age 10, depending on where your kiddo is at educational wise. Flash cards , puzzles and memory games that are full of colorful content.
Banana Panda
I love the multiple learning aspects of this item! Not only is it fun to set up the dominoes, but the cause and effect part is great. You could even use it for counting and building.
Dynamo Wooden Domino Set by Hape, 107 Pieces
This amazing STEM game is like a hands on Tetris game for little kids. I love the problem solving aspect of it. Great for homeschooling!
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Brainometry
I purchased the basic set for my kiddo, and it has not only been great for counting, but has become a favorite building toy as well. I do wish I had seen the set that comes with the cards too.
Learning Resources MathLink Cubes - 115 Pieces
If you are looking for a way to help your kids be more independent with daily tasks or just want to give them some helpful reminders. This is a great resource. There are options for a homeschool structure as well.
SchKIDules Visual Schedule for Kids Home Bundle
This is a perfect tool for homeschool! Learning the States, Capitals and locations on a huge colorful map! So much better than a paper. My kiddo was so excited for this activity! Ages 7+
Janod Magnetic USA Map - J05487, 19.7x13.4
Magna Tabs are like a magnetic version of an etch-a-sketch. Great for home, travel and just overall fun. There are very compact and easy to take anywhere.
Magnatab
Outdoor Learning & Play
Get those wiggles out!!!
Most kids love to play in the dirt and mud! Why not give them an educational element that will be a lifelong skill as well.
Root Viewer Kit for Kids - Grow Your Own Garden
One of my kiddos birthday themes was campout and i found this tent for the trampoline. I was blown away (no pun intended) by the size of it! It was a big hit. I thing it's great for doing backyard family campouts also!
Trampoline Tent (Multiple sizes)
We started out with a cheaper version that was still fun but I wanted to be able to allow my kiddo to use bigger rocks. We were able to gather much bigger rocks. This is a great item for geo and gem learning.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Rock Tumbler Kit – Hobby Edition
Making this was such an exciting process for my kiddo. The instructions are easy to follow. The volcano is still intact after a year! I would definitely recommend this!
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Ultimate Volcano Kit
I am adding this to the list of items to buy! How fun does this look. A great twist to a classic product.
Lewabov 2 Pcs Children's Thumb Ejection Kite
Great valued price for this scooter! And it's awesome quality. Love that it folds for transport. You'll probably pay a ton more for other brands that light up!
Jetson Jupiter Kick Scooter - Light Up LEDs
Sturdy kids wheelbarrow! Gifted in the place of an easter basket! My kiddo loved it for a couple of years and then we passed it down to a friend.
John Deere Kids Wheelbarrow - 34 Inch
These are so fun and inexpensive! You can get a bulk amount and they will last for many uses! amzn.to/3PDIf9y
Build a film canister rocket
I have sold many of these over the years. They are great starter bow sets. They are much stronger than most you'll find in stores. Ages 6+
Two Bros Bows™: Bow And Arrow For Kids | Made In USA
I was really impressed at the quality of this toy rifle. It was the first one we purchased, to help explain gun safety and the concepts of hunting, the cap shots are an adding fun bonus!
Parris Toys Li'l Ranger Rifle Toy Gun for Kids | Bass Pro Shops
Art Supplies & Craft Kits
Don't diminish creativity!
The table top art easel from melissa and doug is such a great option for limited space indoors, but I also like that it can be used outdoors!
Melissa & Doug Deluxe Double-Sided Tabletop Easel
Perfect for early learners! Great for learning hand eye coordination, fine motor skills and dexterity! Fast drying stamp markers that are washable. The activity books are also great to use with crayons and watercolor paint! Tracing is an option also!
Do-A-Dot Art | Children's Markers and Activity Books
Mad Mattr is a great option if your kiddos like kinetic sand and you'd like to toss it out! 😄 It is easier to mold and doesn't dry out! I've seen it set out for months and still works great!
Mad Mattr
Brick and shape makers for mad mattr. These are the perfect addition to your sets. It's fun to see what can be built with their imaginations.
Mad Mattr Ultimate Brick Maker, Pink 2oz
Klutz has so many amazing craft kits! Everything you need is included. Most have full color page manuals to guide your kiddo along! They start at age 4+
Klutz: Craft & Activity
Spirograph is a classic brand that has been around for many decades, allowing kids to create fun art and really express their creativity. Great cost for what you get as well!
Spirograph Deluxe Set – Arts & Crafts
Spirograph jr is great for kiddos 5 and under! The stencil sizes are bigger and thicker. Not as easy to lose and great for little hands to be able to grip!
Spirograph Jr. Jumbo Gears Retro Toy