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Sensory Play for 5-6 Year Olds

Sensory toys give 5 and 6 year olds hands-on calm and focus, with tactile, fidget and building play that supports regulation and concentration.

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  • QToys Montessori Egg, Ball and Cup set

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    Our Montessori Egg, Ball and Cup set stands as an exceptional introduction for inquisitive toddlers, fostering a myriad of developmental skills. Co...

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  • Guidecraft All-Weather Magnifying Glass - Set of 4

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    Encourage children to get a closer look at the world around them with an All-Weather Magnifying Glass. Molded from Guidecraft's new Poly+ material,...

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  • Guidecraft Peekaboo Lock Boxes

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    Unlock each box to explore what’s behind each door! This set of six wooden lock boxes is ideal for learning shape, color, and spatial relationships...

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  • Guidecraft Specimen Stones Tabletop Stand

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    Beautifully display the pieces from the Specimen Stones sets (sold separately) using the durable, beech wood Specimen Stone Tabletop Stand. Keep a ...

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  • QToys Aboriginal Symbol wooden stones

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    Discover the Aboriginal Symbol Wooden Stones Unlock a world of cultural exploration and learning with our Aboriginal Symbol Wooden Stones. This uni...

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    QToys Candy Rattle

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    The Candy Rattle from Qtoys’ Baby Deluxe range is a delightful addition to any baby’s playtime. Here’s why it stands out as a valuable resource for...

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    QToys Rainbow Marble Run

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    A Symphony of Color and Sound for Little Explorers. Bring the magic of music and motion into your playroom with the Qtoys Rainbow Marble Run. This...

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  • Guidecraft Snap and Stack Thistle Blocks Set - 220 pieces

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    Encourage creative play, tactile exploration, and open-ended building using the Snap and Stack Thistle Block set. Children 18 months and up can eas...

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    QToys Bamboo Hanging Xylophone

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    The Qtoys Hanging Bamboo Xylophone is a beautiful musical toy, decor piece and lovely addition to your home or play room.  Playing a Hanging Ba...

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  • Guidecraft Container Play: Toddler Loose Parts STEM Kit

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    The possibilities of discovery are multiplied when rich variables are at children's fingertips. The Container Play Toddler Loose Parts STEM Kit is ...

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  • QToys Wooden Sand Timers Set of 4

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    Introducing the Qtoys Wooden Sand Timers Set of 4, a beautifully crafted set designed to blend functionality with natural elegance. Each timer in t...

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  • QToys Ball Tray Insert

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    Introducing the innovative ‘Ball Tray Insert’, a fantastic new addition to our range of educational tools designed to promote fine motor skills and...

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  • QToys DIY Wooden Eggs (set of 12)

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    This DIY wooden eggs set is the perfect gift to keep those little hands busy and spark children’s creativity. The set includes 12 wooden eggs that ...

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  • Guidecraft Twisty Tools - Nuts and Bolts Set - 84 pieces

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    Children ages 18 months and up can match shapes and colors to create satisfying connections and clicks using the Twisty Tools - Nuts and Bolts Set....

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  • QToys Peg Tray Insert

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    Introducing the innovative ‘Peg Tray Insert’, a fantastic new addition to our range of educational tools designed to promote fine motor skills and ...

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  • QToys Wooden Peg Board

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    Introducing our timeless Wooden Peg Board Set – an educational gem that combines creativity with endless fun! This classic set features a sturdy wo...

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  • QToys Easter Egg Hunting Set

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    Dive into the world of imaginative play with our Easter Egg Hunting Set – a creative twist on traditional fun! Crafted from coconut shells, these e...

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    QToys Cube Rattle

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    The Cube Rattle from Qtoys’ Baby Deluxe range offers babies an engaging and stimulating play experience. Here’s why it’s a fantastic choice for you...

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    QToys Second Birthday Set

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    Celebrate a little one’s second birthday with our specially curated Montessori-inspired gift set, designed to encourage learning through play. We c...

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  • Guidecraft Big Branch Block Builders - 125 pc. set

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    Children ages 3 and up can experience a nature-inspired, tactile building experience indoors and outdoors with Big Branch Block Builders – 125 pc. ...

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  • Guidecraft Wood Stackers River Stones

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    Bring the instinctive wonder that children have for nature into the classroom with an organic, wooden building blocks set. The Wood Stackers River ...

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  • Guidecraft Wood Stackers Standing Stones

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    Invite children to build thoughtfully and organically with Wood Stackers Standing Stones. Inspired by prehistoric building blocks, these geometric,...

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  • Guidecraft Discovery Stackers - Rainbow Tall Arch

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    An upgrade from the classic nesting toy, the extremely resilient and durable pieces in the Discovery Stackers sets enhance open-ended play indoors ...

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  • QToys Wooden Playdough Kit

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    The perfect playdough set with multiple rollers and patterns. This set includes a playdough board, and 9 patterned rollers and tools.

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    • Frequently Asked Questions

    Do 5 and 6 year olds still benefit from sensory play?

    Yes — at school age, sensory play supports focus, calm and creativity rather than early exploration. Tactile, fidget and building activities help five and six year olds self-regulate and concentrate, and offer a soothing, hands-on outlet during busy or overwhelming days.

    Can sensory toys help a school-age child focus or calm down?

    Often, yes. Many five and six year olds concentrate and settle better with a tactile or fidget activity to hand, and sensory play can be a calming reset after a busy school day. It's especially helpful for children who need to move their hands while thinking.

    What sensory toys suit 5 and 6 year olds?

    At this age, look for fidget and tactile toys, kinetic and moulding materials, building and pouring sets, and calming sensory tools. School-age children enjoy sensory play that also lets them create or problem-solve, so open-ended, hands-on options hold their attention best.

    How does sensory play support self-regulation?

    Repetitive, tactile sensory play gives the brain a calming, predictable focus, helping five and six year olds manage big feelings and settle to tasks. Having a familiar sensory tool for stressful or waiting moments can prevent overwhelm and support emotional regulation at school age.

    How do you choose sensory toys for this age?

    Choose safe, durable toys with genuine sensory variety and open-ended play value, matched to what soothes or focuses your child — some prefer fidgets, others moulding or building. Avoid over-stimulating gadgets in favour of calming, hands-on pieces a five or six year old returns to.

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