Best tools for preschoolers (Under 5 Years Old)
You’ve decided to start teaching your preschooler at home? That’s great!
We've curated our favorite tools to make this journey enjoyable and effective. These educational tools and toys are designed to engage young learners and support their development in fun and meaningful ways.
Whether you're looking to spark curiosity, enhance motor skills, or encourage creativity, these carefully selected items will help prepare and create an enriching homeschool environment, fostering a love of learning for your preschooler.
1. Learning Resources, Primary Science Lab Set
Age: 3+
Price: US$33
Skills development: Scientific thinking, fine motor-skills, observation & curiosity
This science lab set is perfect for little scientists. It includes tools like test tubes, tweezers, and magnifying glasses, along with simple experiment cards to conduct real hands-on experiments. Beyond just playing with toys, children can learn the names of scientific tools and broaden their understanding of science terms in an interactive and exciting way. It's an excellent addition to any homeschool environment, sparking a lifelong interest in science and discovery!
2. Lovevery Play Kits
Age: 0-5 years (different kits for various age groups)
Price: US$ $80 per kit (subscription model available)
Skills development: Problem-solving, critical thinking, motor skills, social-emotional skills
Lovevery Kits offers educational toy sets designed for children from birth to five years old, offering activities tailored to each developmental stage. These kits help with thinking, motor skills, language, and social skills using high-quality, safe materials. Examples of activities include stacking cups for fine motor skills, shape sorters for problem-solving, puppet play for imagination and language, wooden blocks for creativity and spatial awareness, and interactive books to enhance vocabulary.
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3.Tokidos PlayCubes
Age: 3-8 years
Price: $119 $149USD (Secure your offer today and get 40% OFF!)
Skills development: Math, language, music, emotional intelligence, general knowledge, spatial awareness, logical reasoning.
Tokidos PlayCubes allows your kids to fall in love with math, science, music, and language and develop their skills in these fields. Alone or with the whole family, you can play a wide range of screen-free interactive games. Crafted with durability in mind, the PlayCubes are built to withstand rough play, ensuring longevity and portability. With the convenience of a rechargeable case, they're the perfect companion for on-the-go learning adventures.
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4. Osmo Little Genius Starter Kit *
*Requires an iPad or Fire Tablet
Age: 3-5
Price: From US$99
Skills development: Critical skills, early literacy, math concepts, language, social-emotional, fine motor skills.
The Osmo Little Genius Kit combines physical play with digital learning. It includes games that teach early reading, math, and fine motor skills using a tablet and physical pieces. Through a variety of engaging games, children can explore fundamental literacy, numeracy, and creative skills. Activities like ABCs and Counting Town reinforce letter and number recognition, while interactive storytelling and drawing games foster creativity and fine motor skills.
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Incorporating these educational tools and toys into your preschool homeschooling routine can make learning both enjoyable and effective.
Remember, the key to successful homeschooling at this age is to keep activities fun and engaging, fostering a love for learning that will last a lifetime!
At Tokidos, we're passionate about translating child development science into the most engaging games to ignite children's love for learning!