831.372.2730
STAR Toy Library is 
MOVING!
Effective December, 2024, Special Kids Connect's administrative office and STAR Toy Library will be relocated to 334 Main Street in Downtown Salinas. (MAP) After the move, families will be able to check out toys in Monterey by appointment at our new office suite at 1900 Garden Road, Suite 250.
Until the move is complete the library is accepting returns only. Check-outs will resume in December 2024.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we make this move.
Special Kids Connect's STAR Toy Library offers free memberships to families. STAR Toy Library is located at 1900 Garden Road, Suite 230, Monterey, CA 93940. We are also able to arrange for toy pick-up at one of our satellite locations in Salinas and Greenfield. For questions regarding pick-up in Salinas or Greenfield, 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.
Place and Trace
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 126
Available: Yes
Promotes matching, shape recognition, creativity, and speech and language skills. 5 shapes missing. Learn More..
The Socially Speaking Game
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 384
Available: Yes
Aims to encourage and reinforce effective social interactions and to improve self-esteem, listening skills, receptive and expressive language, and problem solving. Learn More..
My Nuts and Bolts
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 125
Available: Yes
These colorful nuts and bolts help a child develop fine motor skills involved in screwing the nuts and bolts on wooden pegs. Learn More..
Golf Set
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 348
Available: Yes
Golf is fun with these foam balls and light weight clubs. When "golfing" your youngster's balance and coordination are addressed while s/he learns cause and effect. Social skills are pulled for with this activity as you or a friend play with your child. Learn More..
Flexi Toys - Transportation
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 127
Available: Yes
Aids in color recognition, matching skills, speech and language development, and creative play.This toy includes 9 truck and car pieces in a plastic container. Learn More..
Where the Wild Things Are - Book
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 177
Available: Yes
Words are Not for Hurting
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 30
Available: Yes
Aids in appropriate communication skills and managing feelings. Learn More..
Balancing Bars
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 295
Available: Yes
Bars can be straight or zig-zag shaped to aid in gross motor skills, balance, and coordination. Learn More..
Egg and Spoon Race
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 368
Available: Yes
Have fun "racing" with these colorful spoons and eggs as your child develops greater balance and coordination. Also, the game can enhance social skills when interacting with others. Learn More..
Teeth are Not for Biting - Book
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 27
Available: Yes
Aids in coping with frustration, mouth pain, and feelings. Learn More..
Five Minute Sand Timer
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 192
Available: Yes
Have your child experience time in a new way as he or she sees sand pass through a small opening. Use the timer to help a child who has difficulty in waiting. Learn More..
Baby Shake, Rattle, and Roll
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 300
Available: Yes
Aids in hand-eye coordination, auditory and rhythm movement skills. Encourages creativity and love for music. Learn More..
Velvasoft Weighted Vest - Small
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 514
Available: Yes
Weights can be added to the vest. Learn More..
My Peek-a-Boo Fun Learning to Count Book
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 152
Available: Yes
Barney Banjo
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 134
Available: Yes
Put your arm through this colorful banjo and hear music. In addition to music, your child begins to understand cause and effect in an entertaining way. Learn More..
Early Childhood Number Puzzles
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 694
Available: Yes
Big, colorful numbers and pictures are an engaging activity for the young preschooler when working with this wooden puzzle. Learn More..
See It Sign It
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 3
Available: Yes
Aids in language skills, matching skills, word recognition, hand-eye coordination, and fine motor skills. Learn More..
UNO Moo!
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 164
Available: Yes
This popular game helps your youngster with color recognition and naming. Learn More..
Feet are Not for Kicking - Book
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 31
Available: Yes
This book gently aids in coping with difficult emotions while developing appropriate communication skills and acceptable behaviors. Learn More..
Farm Cube Puzzle
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 307
Available: Yes
Aids in animal recognition and speech and language development. Learn More..
Hands are Not for Hitting - Book
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 28
Available: Yes
The title says it all. Reading this book with your child can aid in appropriate problem solving and the development of social skills. Learn More..
Pets Cube Puzzle
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 308
Available: Yes
Aids in animal recognition and in developing speech and language skills. Learn More..
Lace and Trace Pets
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 167
Available: Yes
These lacing cards help in the development of hand-eye coordination while gaining an appreciation for patterns. Your youngster's imagination is enhanced when lacing these fun animals as you talk with your child. Learn More..