Pretend Play

What it is

Imaginative scenarios that help children explore roles, stories, and emotions through creative play.

Why it matters

Pretend play boosts language development, emotional understanding, and creativity. It helps children practice real-world situations in a safe, playful way.

Pretend Play includes

Language Development

Toys that build Pretend Play

All ages 0–12 months 1–2 years 2–4 years 4–6 years 6–8 years 8–10 years 10–12 years 12–14 years 14–16 years 16–18 years

6m–3yComing soon

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Ready to Go Gift Set

Music

12m–2y

Fisher-Price Learn & Serve Coffee Cafe

Pretend Play1 in library

12m–2y

LeapFrog Learning Friends 100 Words Book

STEM & Building1 in library

18m–6yComing soon

Little Tike Cozy Coupe

Vehicles

12m–2y

Wee Baby Stella Soft Doll

Dolls & Figures1 in library

12m–8yComing soon

Wooden Sensory Table for sand or water

Sensory