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LEGO Friends Cotton Candy Stand and Scooter - Building Toy Pretend Play Set...LEGO Friends Cotton Candy Stand and Scooter - Building Toy Pretend Play Set... by: LEGO
MSRP: $7.49
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The LEGO Friends Cotton Candy Stand and Scooter set includes two minidolls, a food cart, and a scooter with a kickstand. Kids can follow the story of Liann and Jamila as they serve and enjoy cotton candy treats together. The set features a buildable cotton candy mascot figure, along with accessories like a cash register and toy money for role-playing. The cotton candy stand allows children to assemble and decorate the treats. Designed for ages 6 and up, the food stand model stands over 3.5 inches (8 cm) high. This set encourages imaginative play centered around a sweet-themed scenario.
LEGO Friends Heartlake City Candy Store Building Toy - Pretend Play Set for...LEGO Friends Heartlake City Candy Store Building Toy - Pretend Play Set for... by: LEGO
MSRP: $23.96
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The Heartlake City Candy Store playset is designed for children ages 6 and up, featuring two minidolls (Leo and Alba), a micro-doll, and a cat figure for imaginative role-play scenarios. The set encourages social skill development through pretend customer interactions and storytelling. It includes a variety of candy shop elements such as a pick 'n' mix station, a large lollipop, a gumball machine, and a candy-making area complete with ingredients, scissors, and a cooking pot. The assembled store measures over 6.5 inches (16 cm) in width. Suitable as a gift for birthdays or other occasions, this playset supports creative play for children who enjoy candy-themed adventures.
Learning Resources Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set - Play Food for Kids, ...Learning Resources Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set - Play Food for Kids, ... by: LEARNING RESOURCES INC.
MSRP: $24.84
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The Farmer’s Market Color Sorting Set helps toddlers develop color recognition and sorting skills through play. The set includes 25 realistic-looking play food items in five colors, along with five matching baskets for organized sorting. Children can expand their vocabulary by identifying familiar foods while engaging in pretend play. An activity guide and labeling stickers are included to support learning. The set is designed to build foundational preschool skills such as color matching and categorization. With 30 total pieces, it offers a variety of interactive play opportunities. Learning Resources toys provide educational value for birthdays, holidays, or everyday gifting.
Melissa & Doug Let's Play House! Grocery Cans Play Food Kitchen Accessory ,...Melissa & Doug Let's Play House! Grocery Cans Play Food Kitchen Accessory ,... by: MELISSA & DOUG
MSRP: $11.89
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This set includes 10 play food cans with realistic opening and closing mechanisms. The cans feature sturdy cardboard sides in assorted colors and designs, paired with plastic lids that securely snap on and off. Sized for small hands, the cans vary in dimensions to encourage sorting, grouping, and color recognition while introducing different food types. Designed for children ages 3 to 6, these interactive play cans support hands-on, imaginative play without screens. The gender-neutral design makes them suitable for both boys and girls.
Melissa & Doug Wooden Scoop and Serve Ice Cream Counter With Play Food and ...Melissa & Doug Wooden Scoop and Serve Ice Cream Counter With Play Food and ... by: MELISSA & DOUG
MSRP: $38.49
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This 28-piece wooden ice cream play set includes an ice cream counter, eight wooden ice cream scoops, six toppings, two ice cream cones, a plastic cup, a scooper, a wooden spoon, tongs, a reusable menu card, and six bills. The scoops stack securely on the cones or in the cup, while the toppings fit neatly over each scoop. The scooper allows for realistic lifting and releasing of the scoops. Designed for hands-on, screen-free play, this set is suitable for children ages 3 to 6.
Melissa & Doug Star Diner Restaurant Play Set (41 pcs) - Pretend Play Food,...Melissa & Doug Star Diner Restaurant Play Set (41 pcs) - Pretend Play Food,... by: MELISSA & DOUG
MSRP: $20.99
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This wooden play food set features 7 double-sided pieces with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert options, plus interchangeable coffee and milkshake inserts. The set comes with cooking and serving utensils including a frying pan, spatula, coffee pot, plate, fork, knife, spoon, milkshake cup with reusable straw, and mug. Additional accessories include a fabric napkin, apron with pockets, working bell, menu, guest check, dry-erase marker, and play money. Designed for children ages 3 to 6, this comprehensive diner set encourages imaginative, screen-free play with realistic food preparation and serving elements. The wooden construction ensures durability for repeated use.
Melissa & Doug Multi-Sensory Market Basket Fill & Spill Infant Toy - Play F...Melissa & Doug Multi-Sensory Market Basket Fill & Spill Infant Toy - Play F... by: MELISSA & DOUG
MSRP: $19.99
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This market basket play food set is designed for infants and toddlers to explore textures and sounds through interactive play. The five-piece set includes a mesh grocery tote with handles, a plush milk bottle containing a chime, a crinkling lettuce head with a silky texture, a soft tomato with a rattle inside, and a squeaking carrot. Children can practice sorting, squeezing, filling, and spilling to develop sensory awareness, fine motor skills, and problem-solving abilities. The Melissa & Doug toy line focuses on discovery-based play, featuring diverse characters and varied textures to support exploratory learning. Suitable for children aged 6 to 12 months, this set provides hands-on, screen-free play opportunities while supporting developmental growth.
Hape Little Chef Cooking & Steam Playset | Toy Kitchen with Play Food and A...Hape Little Chef Cooking & Steam Playset | Toy Kitchen with Play Food and A... by: HAPE
MSRP: $9.50
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This kitchen play set supports fine motor skill development by encouraging hand-eye coordination as children pretend to cut vegetables, place ingredients in the pot, and cook meals. It also promotes language and social skills through role-playing scenarios, helping kids practice interaction and communication. The set introduces basic cooking concepts in a hands-on way, allowing children to explore food preparation. Interactive features include realistic cooking sounds when pressing the button and a steam effect when adding water to the pot. Designed for children ages 3 and up, this toy is suitable for preschoolers.
Mini Brands Create MasterChef Series 1 Capsule by ZURU- Real Miniature Mast...Mini Brands Create MasterChef Series 1 Capsule by ZURU- Real Miniature Mast... by: ZURU
MSRP: $5.32
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This set includes 11 Mini MasterChef dishes for collectors to assemble. Each capsule contains ingredients and accessories needed to create miniature versions of MasterChef dishes. A UV LED toque is included with UV drying resin to accelerate the setting process. The experience mirrors the timed challenge format of the MasterChef competition. After completing the mini dishes, users can follow the included recipes to prepare full-sized versions of the same dishes.
Melissa & Doug Play to Go 2-Pack: Cake and Cookies and Ice Cream, Play Food...Melissa & Doug Play to Go 2-Pack: Cake and Cookies and Ice Cream, Play Food... by: MELISSA & DOUG
MSRP: $16.79
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This 11-piece Play to Go Ice Cream Set includes a portable cup with a fidget lid for taking pretend orders, complete with an attached cord handle. The set contains two plush ice cream scoops, chocolate sauce, a felt waffle cone, two wooden cookies, a double-sided wooden sprinkles jar, a wooden spoon, a straw, and an activity/instruction card. The 12-piece Play to Go Cake & Cookies Set features a similar travel-friendly cup with a fidget lid and cord handle. It includes three double-sided wooden cookies/cake layers with self-stick tabs, three felt icing layers, two wooden candy toppings, a cupcake sleeve, a wooden celebration candle, and an activity/instruction card. Both sets are designed for on-the-go play, with all pieces fitting neatly inside the cups, which are sized to fit standard car, car seat, and stroller cup holders. Suitable for children ages 3 to 6, these sets encourage hands-on, screen-free imaginative play.
Play-Doh Party Favor Pack, Bulk 24 Pack of Modeling Compound with Cutters, ...Play-Doh Party Favor Pack, Bulk 24 Pack of Modeling Compound with Cutters, ... by: HASBRO INC.
MSRP: $24.99
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This Play-Doh 24-pack set provides a practical option for party favors, classroom rewards, or small gifts. Each 2-ounce (56-gram) can includes a lid-attached cutter in one of three shapes: cat, unicorn, or dinosaur. The set contains four cans each of six colors: red, orange, blue, green, purple, and pink. Suitable for children ages 3 and up, the wheat-based modeling compound encourages creative play and sensory exploration. The product undergoes quality testing and consists primarily of flour, salt, and water. With 24 individual units, this pack offers convenient distribution for group events while supporting hands-on imaginative activities.
MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Cafe Series 4, Mini Collectibles - Blind Pack,...MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Cafe Series 4, Mini Collectibles - Blind Pack,... by: MGA ENTERTAINMENT
MSRP: $4.39
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MAKE IT MINI CAFE brings realistic miniature food creations to life in collectible form. This Miniverse set by MGA allows users to assemble and display tiny replicas of popular snacks and desserts. Each sealed ball contains undisclosed ingredients and accessories, revealing the specific mini project only upon unboxing. The package includes a collector's guide for identification and a recipe card with assembly instructions. The curing process requires either natural sunlight or a 365nm UV light to harden the resin components. Once completed, the collectible fits inside its original capsule, which converts into a display case. The surprise element means buyers won't know which food item they'll create until opening the package.
MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Make It Mini Spring (3 Pack) - Spring, Seasona...MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Make It Mini Spring (3 Pack) - Spring, Seasona... by: MGA ENTERTAINMENT
MSRP: $25.68
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The Make It Mini Spring Series introduces a seasonal collection of miniature spring-themed items to assemble and display. Each pack contains a surprise selection of components to create one of three possible miniatures: Deviled Eggs, Bunny Cake, or Milkshakes. The process involves matching the included materials with the collector's guide, then following the recipe card to assemble the miniature. A UV light (365nm) or sunlight cures the resin, hardening the finished piece for display. The set includes three distinct spring-themed display bases to showcase the creations. Note that packs may contain duplicates, and not all miniatures are guaranteed in a single purchase. The non-edible components involve resin crafting and are intended for ages 8 and up.
Fluffie Stuffiez Round Candy and Gummy Bear Minis Collectible Feature - Sur...Fluffie Stuffiez Round Candy and Gummy Bear Minis Collectible Feature - Sur... by: MGA ENTERTAINMENT
MSRP: $3.10
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The Fluffie Stuffiez Minis offer three play modes: pulling, revealing, and squishing. Each mini figure features a hidden character beneath its outer fluff layer, which is uncovered by pulling the soft material away. The interactive reveal process allows for creative customization as children remove the fluff in different ways. Once revealed, the squishable character provides tactile sensory play. This 3-in-1 collectible combines unboxing excitement, collectible appeal, and fidget-friendly play. The set includes two Fluffie Stuffiez squishables with removable clip-on attachments. Multiple characters are available to collect, including a rare fuzzy bear variant. Designed for children ages 4 and up, these mini figures encourage hands-on engagement through discovery and sensory play.
Original Squishmallows Lola The Unicorn Premium Scented Slime, Cotton Candy...Original Squishmallows Lola The Unicorn Premium Scented Slime, Cotton Candy... by: Horizon Group USA
MSRP: $6.99
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This ready-made scented slime features a fluffy pink cotton candy fragrance for immediate sensory play without the need for mixing ingredients or cleanup. The set includes an exclusive rubber charm of Lola the Unicorn, adding an extra element of fun for Squishmallows fans. Packaged in a reusable 8 oz. resealable container, the slime is designed for long-lasting play and easy storage. Users can enjoy the slime as-is or mix in the included holographic glitter and Lola charm for added texture and visual appeal. The set contains one jar of pink cotton candy-scented slime (8 oz.), one holographic glitter packet, and one rubber Lola charm.
Insect Lore Cup of Caterpillars Basic – 5 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars wi...Insect Lore Cup of Caterpillars Basic – 5 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars wi... by: INSECT LORE
MSRP: $14.99
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This refill cup contains 5 live Painted Lady caterpillars for use with the Insect Lore Butterfly Garden Habitat (sold separately). The caterpillars are raised on Insect Lore's California farm, where they've been cultivating butterflies since 1969. The kit provides all necessary caterpillar food and care instructions. Users can observe the complete metamorphosis process as the caterpillars develop into chrysalides and emerge as butterflies. For best results, order when local daytime temperatures remain between 50–90°F. Shipping is limited to the continental United States. The reusable habitat and Chrys-a-Lid Log must be purchased separately. This educational kit supports STEM learning for children, families, and classroom settings.
Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom of Sweet Adventures Board Game for Kids, A...Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom of Sweet Adventures Board Game for Kids, A... by: HASBRO INC.
MSRP: $12.99
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**Candy Land Classic Beginner Game** This timeless board game is designed for young players ages 3 and up, offering simple gameplay that requires no reading. Children move their gingerbread pawn along a colorful path, encountering various sweet-themed destinations while racing to reach the castle. The game includes illustrated cards and a vibrant board to guide play, making it an accessible and engaging choice for early learners. Its straightforward mechanics and cheerful design have made it a favorite for generations.
Mobi Lookee Sensory Bath Mirror - Shatterproof & Food Grade Silicone Baby M...Mobi Lookee Sensory Bath Mirror - Shatterproof & Food Grade Silicone Baby M... by: MOBI Technologies, Inc.
MSRP: $19.99
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The Lookee Bath Mirror enhances bath time with a bright, sensory experience designed for young children. It encourages interactive play and curiosity with its clear, shatter-resistant mirror surface. The mirror is made from BPA-free and phthalate-free food-grade silicone, ensuring safety for kids. Developed in collaboration with doctors, therapists, and parents, it supports learning and creative play during bath time.
Polly Pocket Doll & Toy Vehicle Playset, Flamingo Snack Cart Includes with ...Polly Pocket Doll & Toy Vehicle Playset, Flamingo Snack Cart Includes with ... by: MATTEL INC.
MSRP: $51.17
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The Polly Pocket Flamingo Snack Cart playset includes a 3-inch doll, a pet puppy, and 17 accessories such as clothing and food items. The tropical-themed scooter features a two-seater design shaped like a flamingo, complete with a removable umbrella. A functional cooler bin opens to reveal pineapple juice and other snack accessories. The set also includes mix-and-match fashion pieces like a ruffled dress and a pineapple-shaped purse. Designed for children ages 4 and up, this playset combines imaginative play with snack-sharing and scooter-themed activities.
Joyin Play Kitchen Toys, Pretend and Play Food Kitchen Accessories GirlsToy...Joyin Play Kitchen Toys, Pretend and Play Food Kitchen Accessories GirlsToy... by: Joyin US Corp
MSRP: $21.99
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The Ultimate Kitchen Toy Collection includes a coffee maker, toaster, and blender, along with 2 knives, 2 spoons, 2 forks, 4 food items, 2 cups, 2 teacups, 2 plates, 2 saucers, and 2 toast pieces. The coffee maker dispenses water, the toaster has a pop-up function, and the blender rotates for added realism. Made from durable, child-safe materials with smooth edges, the set is designed for easy handling by small hands. The included accessories allow for role-playing activities like making coffee, blending smoothies, and serving toast. This kitchen set supports imaginative play, social interaction, and basic motor skill development. The components are built to withstand regular use while meeting safety standards for children.

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