Discover this fun fidget friend’s two ways to play–explore Tracy’s pop-in, pop-out spikes, or toddlers can build hand strength and coordination, counting and color skills as they spin, twist, crank, and push Tracy’s unique, interactive fidget pieces. These fine motor movements are essential to children aged 18+ for school readiness. A toy sized just right for little hands, Tracy comes with soft horns for safe and fun play.

Available online at: Learning Resources

Ages: Toddlers
Price: $15.99

Designed for children as young as 4, National Geographic’s My First Safari Board Game encourages teamwork to successfully complete the safari before the sun sets. Players select one of three difficultly levels, then begin their journey to see all the animals before the sun goes down, using teamwork and critical-thinking skills along the way. It’s the perfect way for families and friend to spend quality time together away from screens! Kids will also love learning about all the animals they see along the way in the included Learning Guide!

Available online and at: Amazon

Ages: 4 – 18
Price: $19.99

Make 3 beautiful, decorative mosaics with the National Geographic Mosaic Craft Kit! These dazzling creations are so much fun to make and are great to display or give as gifts! This fun craft activity makes it easy for kids to learn the art of mosaic-making at home. They’ll start by creating a mosaic design with the assorted glass tiles in the kit. They can use one of the included templates or let their artistic side shine with their own unique design! Mix the slow-dry plaster, add it to the mold, and place the tiles. Once complete, kids can add a cord to make a wall hanging, or simply leave it to dry as a stunning display piece. This hands-on craft kit includes easy-to-follow instructions, along with a detailed Learning Guide full of fascinating facts about the history of mosaic making and examples of mosaics from around the world.

Available online and at: Amazon

Ages: 8 – 18
Price: $11.99

Take fort building to thrilling new levels of fun with the 70-piece Epic Fort Building Kit! Easily build indoor forts with endless configurations thanks to Flex-Tech hubs that hold the poles tight and flex. Kids can build tents, castles, and even dome-shaped forts!

This 70-piece set includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions that explain fort building basics, along with how to build a pyramid and an airplane. These primary, guided builds give kids the confidence and experience they need to invent their own fort designs. 4 clips are also included for household fort coverings like blankets or sheets (not included). The possibilities are truly endless once kids start to get creative, taking imaginative play to a new level of fun! The National Geographic Epic Forts Kit grows with your family too—it’s great for younger kids who love make-believe play, as well as older kids seeking endless engineering challenges and creative ways to explore their inventiveness.

Available online and at: Amazon

Ages: 4 – 18
Price: $49.99

Build the perfect butterfly habitat in the included mesh enclosure with see-through lid! Kids can decorate the feeder with the included stickers, and get ready to watch one of nature’s most exciting metamorphoses! You’ll receive a voucher for 5 baby caterpillars (plus shipping and handling).
With the National Geographic Butterfly Grow Kit, kids will watch on with wonder as their caterpillars grow, before beginning one of nature’s most incredible transformations. They’ll eventually form a chrysalis to protect themselves as they develop, and finally emerge as beautiful Painted Lady butterflies!
This kit includes kid-friendly instructions along with a full-color poster with lessons on the life cycle and anatomy of butterflies. As their caterpillars grow into butterflies, kids can also track each stage and learn about what to expect every step of the way!

Available online and at: Amazon

Ages: 4 – 18
Price: $19.99

National Geographic Air Rocket Racers bring a whole new level of fun and excitement to classic stomp-powered rockets. Thanks to the dual launch pad, two foot pumps, and patented air valve system, kids can either challenge each other to see who can launch their rocket higher, or work together to launch a single rocket to heights up to 100 feet!

And like all National Geographic science toys, education is part of the fun with the included, full-color Learning Guide. Kids will learn about aerodynamics, projectile physics, rocketry, and more!

Available online and at: Amazon

Ages: 6 – 18
Price: $29.99

The Funsicle Friendly Shark FunRing Pool is a “fin-tastic” inflatable pool for little ones who want to create their own underwater adventures. With its adorable shark design and bright shades of blue, children will love cooling down and exploring their playful side in this pool. Maximizing summer fun by planning activities can be a chore for both parents and children. This 2-ring pool provides a simple solution as a respite from the heat, soothing irritability and encouraging imaginative play. Water play is essential to early years development – making it the perfect sensory experience. Adding toys, buckets and sponges improve hand and eye coordination, while also making playtime even more exciting. Parents and children can spend one-on-one quality time together – playing games and making memories. The Funsicle Friendly Shark FunRing Pool is made from puncture-resistant and non-phthalates material, constructed with a strong DuraSeam double layer. A soft cushioned base keeps little ones comfortable and secure. It is quickly setup with an included AirFlate Tool for fast inflation and deflation, making assembly a breeze. This versatile kiddie pool can be used as a sand or ball pit – keeping the fun going even after summer has ended.

Available online at: Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Funsicle-FunRing-Shark-Inflatable-Swimming-Pool/dp/B09XSDN8WT?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1

Ages: 2 – 5
Price: $34.99