HELPS CHILDREN PRACTICE SCISSOR SKILLS: The Melissa & Doug Scissor Skills Activity Book is a paper-cutting project book with 20 pre-printed activity pages. This cutting book includes child safety scissors.
DURABLE CHILD SAFETY SCISSORS: To encourage children 4 to 7 years old to learn how to use scissors safely, we’ve included plastic safety scissors that naturally encourage proper form.
ENCOURAGES FINE MOTOR SKILLS: Our scissor-skills activity set for kids assists in the development of fine motor skills and cognitive skills. The inclusion of mazes, puzzles, animal art, sequencing activities, and much more stimulates creativity.
GREAT GIFT FOR AGES 4 TO 7: This scissor activity set is an ideal gift for kids ages 4 to 7. Add the Melissa & Doug Reusable Sticker Pad – Habitats Set to round out the hands-on play experience and give kids an engaging option for screen-free fun.
“THE GOLD STANDARD IN CHILDHOOD PLAY”: For more than 30 years, Melissa & Doug has created beautifully designed imagination- and creativity-sparking products that NBC News called “the gold standard in early childhood play.”.Perfect for a stocking stuffer
Countless Ways To Play
Tools for Learning
Experts say the best toys are those that encourage interaction. Our toys are designed to inspire engagement and connection with your child. Many even include enrichment ideas right on the packaging. Because kids who can imagine the possibilities become grown-ups who can make their dreams a reality!
Doctor's Orders
Choosing the Best Toys
The American Academy of Pediatrics is serious about play, even urging doctors to prescribe it! Their advice: Limit screen time, make time for unstructured play, and choose toys that inspire imagination.
Melissa & Doug is here to help you fill that prescription for healthy hands-on play!
'Part of Melissa & Doug’s appeal is as an antidote, if not a substitute, for all that screen time.'
The Gold Standard
'The couple's brand of low-tech, mostly wood toys has become the gold standard in early childhood play.'
Play With a Purpose
'Melissa & Doug toys flex every muscle of a child’s developing sense of identity – and the toys are often tested by their six children.'
Timeless Toys
'Melissa & Doug is set on making toys that are meant to be timeless, in an effort to preserve a cornerstone of childhood...open-ended play.'
What makes Melissa & Doug toys good for kids?
The American Academy of Pediatrics says toys that inspire hands-on engagement, imaginative play, and rich interaction are the best choice. Each of our toys is thoughtfully and meticulously designed to encourage this kind of learning and development.
What other toys and products do you make?
We make more than 1,000 toys and other products for babies, toddlers, and big kids. Categories include: Pretend Play, Arts & Crafts, Developmental Toys, Children’s Furniture, Games, Activity Pads, Puzzles, Plush, and more!
I’ve heard Melissa & Doug stands behind everything it makes. Is that true?
Yes! Your happiness is our goal. That's why we've put our name (and our phone number!) on every product. If your child is not inspired, give us a call and we'll make it right.
Can I reach someone at Melissa & Doug if I still have a question?
Call us at the number on the back of our packaging. You’ll speak to a real, live person in our Connecticut office during weekday business hours. Or email us, but we bet the human connection of a phone call will brighten your day!