One of the delights (during appropriate times 😅) of teaching grade one is that every year, you get to learn about the latest toys.
You also learn that the bigger the box doesn't mean the most engagement.
Children want space to be imaginative.
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Let Imagination Run Wild
Children need to learn to entertain themselves and to be bored. They go hand in hand. These toys will keep them occupied for discovery play.
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These are just too cute! The newest collectable!
Squishmallows Squish A Longs Pack, 25-pk
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Classic toys for everyone! Yes, grown-ups, too.
LEGO® Large Classic Creative Brick Box Building Toy Kit
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Bluey is a big hit! And pair that with Lego...this is a mega monster-sized delight! Let Santa build it first!
LEGO® Bluey's Family House - 11203, 382-pcs, Ages 4+
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Don't underestimate the simplicity of this toy. The more simplistic, the more they love it! This comes with over 20 years of observation.
Fisher-Price® Little People® Farm Barn
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This is such a deal! Pandas are trending.
LEGO® Friends Panda Sanctuary - 42648, 243-pcs, Ages 7+
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They always love a good plush. Angel is the cutest!
Lilo and Stitch Soft Plush, 13-in
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I am surprised that slime is still popular. Only give by the coolest gift givers. Wouldn't be me!!!! But I do hear it comes from the best aunt and uncles.
Squishmallows Original Ultimate Slime Mix'Ins, 10-pk
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All the Lego sets!!!
LEGO® Gabby's Dollhouse Mermaid ...
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This was the biggest surprise this year! They love Wicked!
LEGO® Wicked Emerald City & Kiamo Ko Castle
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All figurines are a hit. It's like having little best friends. While the sets of houses and so on are cool to look at...I'd pair them with a set of blocks. They love to build what is playing out in their imagination.
Hasbro Iron Man and His Amazing Friends Playset
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These should be on sale more often to get them into more young hands.
PlayDoh sets are cool, but the ones that have scissors... a big yes. This is so satisfying for a child and builds multiple skills.
Play-Doh Hair Stylin' Dual Colour Salon Playset, Ages 3+
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Another great set priced right.
LEGO Friends Unicorn and Flamingo Pool Party 42658 – 99 Pieces | Ages 5+ | Canadian Tire PDP
Play Together
Give guidance, patience and love.
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Ok. I love this.
Bluey Advent Calendar 2025 — Canadian Tire
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Love this! Couldn't love this more!
Hot Wheels 2025 24-Day Advent Calendar with Cars & ...
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How many pretend meals have I eaten over the years. Bring back the family connection with this one.
Melissa & Doug Slice N' Bake Playset
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Video games are instant. Playing this ge takes patience. If there has been anything the children have taught me...it's that they want (and need) human attention.
Hasbro Games Guess Who 2.0 2-Player Game, Ages 6+
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There are a lot of toys I could be commenting on, but I am seriously skipping over the ones they dont need... and picking the ones they need for imagination and human interaction. This is an expansion pack...buy it! And get an UNO. My students LOVE t...
Mattel UNO Special Cards Add-On Pack, Additionals ...
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Looks boring. It's amazing for the older child.
Variety of Vintage Classic Board Games, Brown/White ...
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Here it is! The ULTIMATE! I bought this and played it with some of my new grade ones and old grade twos (yes, we got together as grade levels), and they smashed it! They caught on so quick! So many skills for math, taking turns, social interactions, ...
Mattel UNO No Mercy Family Card Game For Kids & Adults ...
