Learning Resources Handy Scoopers - 4 Pieces, Ages 3+ Toddler Learning Toys, Fine Motor and Sensory Toys, Sand Box Toys for Toddlers, Kid Tweezers

These aren't just "kids toys". They are super useful in bug catching! Either bug catching for fun/education or for removing bugs from your house without harming them.

I first saw these scoopers when I took my 2 & 4 yr old girls to a program at our local library. These were set up in a sensory bin full of rice. All of the kids loved the activity, it was the most popular one in the room. Knowing that amazon carries just about everything, I searched for them and found them when we got home that day. For Easter, I made up a sensory bin full of those orbeez-like water balls for the toddlers who were present. The orbeez were a hit as well as the handy scoopers that the kids used to play in them.Pros:They come in bright vibrant colors that are stimulating to toddlersThe handles are the same as scissor handles so this will get your toddler use to holding a pair of scissors.They can be used for many types of activities. As I mentioned above, the library used them for a rice sensory bin, I used them for orbeez, another option for outdoor fun is to get a bin full of birdseed. You can also hide objects and toys within the sensory bin and the scoopers can be used to identify and scoop the different objects.Cons: nothing I can identify

I ordered these scoops to add to my sensory bin in my preschool class. I love them and so do the kids. However, when I received my package from Amazon, which was a padded envelope not a box , the container was completely smooshed and one of my scoops was already broken in the plastic container they came in. I was able to put it back together but it just doesn't hold well, so I guess I will have to glue it. The scoopers do occasionally come off but they pop right back on. They are pretty sturdy considering they are holding up to the 4 year olds in my classroom.

Fun and Durable Fine Motor Skill Builders – Some Handles a Bit TightI’ve used these Handy Scoopers in my daycare, and they’re fantastic for developing kids’ hand strength and coordination. The bright colors are very inviting, and the kids absolutely love using them with sensory bins, water beads, or even sand. The plastic is sturdy and easy to clean – I just wash them in warm, soapy water and let them air dry.The only slight drawback is that some of the handles are a little tight for younger or weaker hands, so not every child can squeeze them easily at first. They do loosen up a bit with use. Overall, though, they’re a great tool for playful learning and skill development!★★★★☆ (4/5)

Just a Mom here, no therapist or classroom professional. We got these to use with our Orbeez. I was surprised that there were much bigger then I thought. Happily surprised! (You can fit a golf ball inside with room to jiggle it.) There is rubber like lining inside the finger holes for comfort. Easy for my 2.5 year old and certainly my 5 yr old to use. Four was a great number because I put two away for the inevitable broken or lost ones that will occur.Now, the plastic is thin on the "ball" parts. So, I do anticipate them cracking and or shattering (if one were to be stepped on or thrown...toddlers!). But the price is decent and four come so I feel this was a good purchase and besides the Orbeez they will use them with their Kinetic Sand and probably the bathtub.

They broke. I had to glue them. Kids enjoyed them.

I’m a preschool teacher and bought this for my 2 year olds, so far it’s lasting with all the little fingers that have used it.

I bought these for my library a year ago. They are super popular with the kids with our sensory bins. Kids will actually run for these scoopers! I decided to gift them to my niece and nephew for their birthday. My SIL has reported that her kids LOVE their scoopers and will fight over them. If you are looking for an entertaining item for your kids, buy these scoopers and water beads. Your kids will be entertained for a good chunk of time!