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.
Dinosaurs Extra Large Floor Puzzle - 48 Pieces
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 424
Available: Yes
This colorful Melissa and Doug floor puzzle when completed is nearly 4 feet long. Learn More..
Match It! - Rhyme
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 761
Available: Yes
This activity includes 60 puzzle pieces in a box. The two-piece puzzle help to build vocabulary while teaching and reinforcing rhyming skills. Learn More..
Bead Maze
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 773
Available: Yes
This is a classic developmental toy for infants up to a year or more. Learn More..
FitBALL Spiky Ball - 6 cm, Light Blue
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 60
Available: Yes
Ideal for sensory therapy. Learn More..
It's Fun to Plant Puzzle - Wooden
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 597
Available: Yes
This Playskool wooden puzzle can encourage discussion, pulling for social interaction and speech/language skills. Learn More..
Duck Puzzle - Wooden
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 596
Available: Yes
This wooden puzzle has fairly large pieces for the preschool youngster. Learn More..
See and Spell
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 272
Available: Yes
This Melissa and Doug activity promotes fine motor skills and letter and word recognition. Learn More..
Weighted Blanket - 6 lbs.
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 515
Available: Yes
Used to calm, soothe, help with anxiety in children with ADHD, anxiety, autism, etc. Learn More..
Hopping Frogs!
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 483
Available: Yes
This speech articulation game works on the sounds of P, B, T, D. K. G, and F. Learn More..
First Words Puzzle Cards
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 649
Available: Yes
This activity includes 156 puzzle pieces (78 2-piece puzzle cards) and 1 box. Children learn three topics including my house, animals and simple words with brightly illustrated picture puzzles. As children match pictures, they develop language skills, hand-eye coordination, and memory. These puzzles help children associate concepts, words, and pictures… Learn More..
Lincoln Logs
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 724
Available: Yes
A child can build to his or her heart's content with this large plastic container of Lincoln logs with construction ideas. Learn More..
FitBALL Spiky Ball - 8cm, Red
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 61
Available: Yes
Ideal for sensory therapy. Learn More..
Housekeeping Set
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 577
Available: Yes
This set includes a hand-held vacuum, dust pan, and three pretend spray bottles for "cleaning and polishing." Learn More..
Fisher Price Stacking Bowls
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 591
Available: Yes
These rainbow colored stacking bowls are large manipulatives to aid in the development of fine motor skills. Naming and identifying numbers and colors as well can help with speech and language development. Learn More..
ABC Picture Blocks
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 484
Available: Yes
Promotes language and fine motor skills. These blocks have both an upper and lower case letters and pictures of words beginning with the letter on the each block. Learn More..
Wooden Dairy Puzzle
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 521
Available: Yes
This is a very simple puzzle for toddlers. The pieces are large and can be used to encourage speech and recognition of common items. Learn More..
Wedgits Starter Set
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 725
Available: Yes
This building toy aids in development of fine motor skills, pulls for color recognition, and appreciation of size while fostering creativity. Learn More..
Bear Dress-Up Puzzle - Wooden
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 647
Available: Yes
This dress-up puzzle included different bear faces showing a variety of emotions. A child can work on social awareness along with refining fine motor skills when working this puzzle. Learn More..
The Alphabet - Baby Einstein
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 184
Available: Yes
Letter recognition along with a colorful picture beginning with that letter. Learn More..
Twirly Whirly
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 697
Available: Yes
This cause and effect toy for infants provides instant entertainment. Learn More..
Classic Card Games and Card Holder
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 316
Available: Yes
These games encourage social interaction which includes speech and language skills. Included are 37 cards, instructions, 2 card holders, 3 boxes, and a clear container with lid. Learn More..
Infantino Bead Maze Ball
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 691
Available: Yes
A fun, colorful toy infants will enjoy. Learn More..
Traveling Discovery Cards - Baby Einstein
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 183
Available: Yes
Letters of the alphabet with corresponding picture for visual recognition. Learn More..
Giant Marble Race Labyrinth
Location: Monterey
Toy ID: 339
Available: Yes
Different types and colors of connectors and ramps makes this an engaging activity involving problem-solving skills. Learn More..