January 2026 Notable Toys — Fidget Blocks

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Board Games
Fidget Rings
Fidget Blocks

This time-telling game helps students build their skills through play, using three card decks that progress from telling time to the hour and half hour, up to 5-minute intervals and elapsed time. Kids practice with both analog and digital clocks using multisensory tools like squishy toys, a hands-on fidget clock, and colorful visual cards, which help reinforce concepts through movement and touch. Designed for grades 1 to 5, the game aligns with US and Canadian provincial standards and works well for review, enrichment, or introducing new skills at any point in the curriculum. It includes visual aids and manipulatives to support learners of all abilities, including those with autism, ADHD, or learning differences. Created by teachers, the game uses repetition, sensory engagement, and cooperative play—where players work together to rescue their Squishy Pals—to build confidence and support classroom, homeschool, small group, or family learning.

Melissa & Doug Blockables are solid wood building blocks that connect, stack, and invite open-ended play. Designed for children ages 2 and up, the smooth, colorful blocks feature special connectors that snap together easily, letting kids build the dinosaurs shown in the illustrated instructions or mix and match pieces to create their own unique characters and creations. This dinosaur play set comes with 33 blocks, 29 connectors, 5 felt pieces with built-in connectors, 2 arm connectors, and instructions to build a T-rex, apatosaurus, pterodactyl, plesiosaurus, triceratops, stegosaurus, a volcano, and more. The set is compatible with all other Blockables play sets, and the packaging folds out into a play space—the sturdy box with a handle makes cleanup and carrying easy. Blockables are designed to support fine motor skills, problem-solving, matching, and storytelling, helping kids build confidence as they create their own toys. This set makes a thoughtful gift for preschool and older children, ages 2 to 7, offering hands-on, screen-free play. The product is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC C156584), with certification applying to new inventory.

The LEGO Santa's Delivery Truck (40746) is a festive building set for kids ages 8 and up, letting them join Santa in bringing holiday magic to life. The truck opens up to reveal hidden Christmas presents inside, and it comes with a mini Christmas tree that fits neatly on the roof. For creative storytelling, the set includes a letter, Santa’s sack, a sticker sheet, and an elf minifigure to drive the truck on North Pole adventures. After play, it makes a charming holiday display piece for a shelf or mantel. With 224 pieces, it’s a thoughtful gift for kids and adults who enjoy building and imaginative play. When assembled with the tree on top, it stands over 5.5 inches high, 5 inches long, and 2.5 inches wide. For extra help during building, the LEGO Builder app offers digital instructions and 3D viewing tools.