Problem Solving

What it is

Challenges that encourage kids to think critically, experiment, and find solutions through trial and error.

Why it matters

Problem solving builds resilience, flexible thinking, and confidence. It helps children learn how to approach challenges, test ideas, and persist when things get tricky.

Problem Solving includes

Planning & Strategy Memory Cause & Effect Matching Spatial Awareness

Toys that build Problem Solving

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

12m–3y

DJ Bouncin' Beats

Music1 in library

12m–2y

Fisher-Price Learn & Serve Coffee Cafe

Pretend Play1 in library

0m–3yComing soon

Kickin Tunes Music and Language Play Gym Tummy Time Activity Mat

Sensory

12m–2y

Kidific Magnetic Color and Number Maze, Montessori Toys

Montessori1 in library

6m–3yComing soon

Learn and Groove Musical Table

Sensory

12m–2y

Lovevery Wooden Montessori Stacking Rings

Montessori1 in library

12m–2y

Mega Bloks First Builders Big Building Bag

STEM & Building1 in library

12m–2y

Melissa & Doug Jumbo Knob Puzzle - Farm

Puzzles1 in library

12m–4yComing soon

Montessori Sensory Learning Set

Montessori

12m–4yComing soon

Montessori Wooden Block Puzzle Shape Sorter

Montessori

12m–6yComing soon

Playtab Essentials Modular Sensory Activity Board

Arts & Creativity

12m–2y

SEREED Baby Balance Bike

Montessori1 in library

12m–6yComing soon

Wooden Activity Cube, Educational Learning Toy

Sensory