STAR Toy Library

Special Kids Connect's STAR Toy Library offers free memberships to families. STAR Toy Library is located at 334 Main St., Salinas, CA 93901.  For questions, contact [email protected] or call (831) 372-2730. 

So that we can keep family memberships FREE of charge, please keep the following in mind:

  • Toys may be checked out for 2 calendar weeks.  Late toys are subject to a late fee of $0.50 (50 cents) per toy, per day. 
  • Renewal approvals are subject to a toy's status on our waiting list.  If a toy is not reserved for another family, it may be renewed ONE time, by phone, as long as the borrower calls on or before the return date. 
  • Please take care of the toys borrowed.  Toys that are returned damaged, noticeably scuffed, or are returned with pieces that are missing are subject to a fine that equals the full replacement cost of the entire toy.  

Vtech Fly and Learn Globe

Age Group: Late Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 179
Available: Yes

Junior geographers explore new sites and travel around the world with this toy. Five discovery modes allow your child to engage in endless travels of fun while learning. With all the opportunities to make exciting new discoveries, children will want to leave on this jet plane every chance they get! Learn More..


Hilltops

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 77
Available: Yes

Use to assist in developing balance and estimating distance. Concepts such as higher and lower and bigger and smaller are addressed as well. Learn More..


Scooter Board

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 92
Available: Yes

Using this scooter indoors helps with coordination and whole body strength. Your youngster can sit or lie on the scooter. Learn More..


Bathtub Dice

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 251
Available: Yes

Helps develop speech and language while addressing hygiene.2 Dice, 1 plastic zippered case Learn More..


Scooter Board

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 93
Available: Yes

This scooter helps in the child's development of coordination, whole body strength, and balance. Best used indoors in a safe environment. A child can sit on the scooter or navigate while lying on one's stomach. Learn More..


Wild Animal Knob Puzzle

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 116
Available: Yes

Assists with development of shape and animal recognition and supports development of speech and language. Learn More..


BodySox - Small

Age Group: Late Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 21
Available: Yes

The Bodysox pulls for tactile and spacial awareness while aiding in the development of positive body image formation.  Visual and motor coordination is also addressed when using the Bodysox. There is a DVD available with suggestions when using the Bodysox.1 bodysox, 1 set of instructions, 1 bag Learn More..


Bodysox - Large

Age Group: Middle School to Adult
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 23
Available: Yes

 Bodysox helps in developing and refining tactile and spatial awareness. Using Bodysox pulls for positive body image formation as well as visual and motor coordination.There is a DVD available when checking out the Bodysox with ideas when using it.1 bodysox, 1 set of instructions, 1 bag Learn More..


Time Lotto

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 194
Available: Yes

Teaches reading and interpreting time.Comes with 4 playing cards; instructions, 36 playing cards; 1 box Learn More..


Mountain

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 78
Available: Yes

Use this plastic "mountain" to assist with climbing and balance. Learn More..


BodySox Extra Small

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 20
Available: Yes

This sensory toy pull for tactile and spacial awareness, aiding in positive body image formation and visual-motor coordination. There is a DVD with activity suggestions when using the BodySox.1 body sox, 1 instruction sheet, 1 bag. Learn More..


Zoo Animal Knob Puzzle

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 117
Available: Yes

This knob puzzle helps with shape discrimination and animal recognition while encouraging speech and language development. Learn More..


Good Night Stoplight

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 247
Available: Yes

Aids in establishing a bedtime routine while modifying behavior in a positive, loving manner.1 stoplight; 3 colors; 1 case Learn More..


Toddler Music Band

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 288
Available: Yes

Aids in development of hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, social skills, and speech and language skills. Learn More..


Spider Man Sit 'n Spin

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 104
Available: Yes

Physical coordination and balance are addressed with this fun toy. Learn More..


Motor Letter Uppercase - Tag Toy

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 94
Available: Yes

This specialized toy helps with developing muscular movements associated with upper case letter formation (muscle memory). It also helps in developing the coordination involved when visually tracking patterns and letters while learning the upper case alphabet. Includes 26 letters and 1 base Learn More..


Bodysox - Mediium

Age Group: Middle School to Adult
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 22
Available: Yes

The Bodysox in designed to encourage tactile and spacial awareness and to aid in the development of a positive body image. Visual and motor coordination is addressed as well.There is a DVD available suggesting activities when using the Bodysox.1 bodysox, 1 bag, 1 set of instructions Learn More..


Supermarket Bingo

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 250
Available: Yes

Aids in development of cognitive and life skills. Learn More..


Bucket Stilts

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 265
Available: Yes

Use these fun stilts to aid in the development of balance and coordination for your child. Please use these indoors. Learn More..


Bucket Stilts

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 264
Available: Yes

Helps in development of balance and coordination. Learn More..


Classification Discovery - Tag Toy

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 84
Available: Yes

This specialized toy assists in development of concepts, class, and logical thinking - skills essential to all types of learning and higher order thinking.1 bag, 1 box, 110 pieces. Learn More..


Mr. Potato Head

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 186
Available: Yes

Aids in body part recognition and pretend play. Learn More..


Wooden Abacus

Age Group: Preschool
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 106
Available: Yes

Counting and color recognition are addressed with this classic toy that allows a child to physically manipulate the beads. Learn More..


Lock Up Van

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 88
Available: Yes

Use this sturdy wooden van in the development of imaginative play, hand control, muscle control, and finger dexterity. Your child learns to navigate different types of lock closures. Learn More..


Motor Letter Lowercase - Tag Toy

Age Group: Early Elementary
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 95
Available: Yes

This toy helps to develop muscular movements and the coordination of visual sequences while tracking the patterns of lower case alphabetical letters.1 base and 26 letters included Learn More..