CLAP stands for Connecting Libraries and Play. This collection is full of toys that focus on critical learning skills and creative learning experiences. The toys are geared toward ages 0-10 years with categories including baby and toddler, active play, learning skills, logic/spatial reasoning, literacy, and pretend play.
View these toys in Mobile Public Library's catalog.
| Squigs (24 pieces) Squigs are colorful, flexible building materials with suction cups to attach to walls, floors, or each other. Great for creative building! Ages 3 and up. Suited for Baby/Toddler, Pretend Play, and Special needs. |
Bilibo Tortoise shell and sand toy, swing and spinner, cradle for dolls and a shell to build with– Bilibo is all this and much more. So what exactly is a Bilibo? Well one clue is the fact that it does not come with an instruction manual. Kids can do what they like with it! Ages 2 and up. Suited for Active play, Logical/Spatial play, Pretend play, and Special Needs. | 
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| Spooner Board Wildly fun! Fast-paces action and easy to use balance board. Great for improving core strength, balance, and coordination. Ages 4 and up. Suited for Active Play, Pretend Play, and Special Needs. |
Teeter Popper “POP-POP-POP... POP-POP-POP!” Senses go for a ride every time they play. A cinch to maneuver - stand, sit, rock, tilt, wobble, wiggle, spin. How children play is however they choose. No special skills needed. Improves core strength, stability, leg strength, balance, coordination and gross-motor skills. Ages 3 and up. Suited for Active Play and Special Needs. | 
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| Kidoozi Hop & Squeak Pogo Jumper Hop! Hop! Hop! The bungee middle stretches so it's height is fully adjustable. No matter how small or tall, you can give this jumper a whirl. Ages 3 and up. Suited for Active Play and Special Needs. |
Latches Board Undo a lock or latch, swing open the numbered door and count on finding fun when the picture beneath is revealed on this wooden play board and educational toy! Build fine motor skills while learning colors, numbers, animals and more Ages 3 and up. Suited for Baby and Toddler, Logical/Spatial Reasoning, and Pretend Play. | 
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| Picasso Tiles Dream Big and Build Big! Creativity beyond Imagination! Colored geometrical magnetic shapes to enjoy and build alone or with others. Ages 3 and up. Suited for Baby and Toddler, Logical/Spatial Reasoning, and Pretend Play. |
Perplexus Rookie A flip, twist and turn puzzle. Easy to play, but challenging to complete. Ages 8 and up. Suited for developing motor and dexterity skills, eye-hand coordination, and spatial relations. | 
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| Shape-Sorting Dump Truck “Drive” home the building blocks of basic math skills! Teaches shape and color recognition, while encouraging imaginative play and creativity. Ages 2 and up. Suited for Baby and Toddler, logical and spatial reasoning, and pretend play. |
Toddler Music Band Five piece set includes Wave Drum, Xylophone, Shaker Maracas, Rattle Roller, and Hand Bells. Help your little one develop rhythm and an ear for music! Ages 1 and up. Suited for Baby and Toddler and Pretend Play. | 
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| Musical Owl One piece instrument contains xylophone, cymbal, drum pad, washboard, and two mallets Ages 1 and up. Suited for Baby and Toddler and Pretend Play. |
Coggy Folding, clicking puzzle of arranging gears to match challenge cards. Ages 6 and up. Suited for visual-spatial skills, critical thinking, and logic. | 
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