After School & Summer Learning

Grades K - 6. This inflatable classroom set helps children understand the size and distance relationships of the solar system, while learning about rotation, revolution and orbit through class activities or demonstrations. Includes 23" Sun and proportionate planets and moon with sizes ranging from 5" to 14". Also includes a foot pump, hooks for hanging, and teacher's activity guide. Deflates for easy storage.

7 years & up. The classic naval combat game -- call out suspected hiding areas and keep track of hits and misses in order to sink your enemy's ships. Helps improve memory skills. Includes 2 portable battle cases, 10 plastic ships, 84 red "hit" pegs, 168 white "miss" pegs, label sheet, instructions. For 2 players.

5 years & up. A great project for parents and kids to work on together, this DIY Wooden Birdhouse Kit includes all parts required to assemble your very own birdhouse! Kit includes pre-cut wood pieces, paint, birdhouse roof, and all screws & nails required to assemble project. With paint and paintbrush included, children are able to customize their very own birdhouse. Tools not included. Finished product measures 5" x 4.8" x 5.3".

3 years & up. This kit is full of fun and STEM learning! Build your own domino stack, chain reaction or run. The dominoes are built to pro-scale so they are balanced for perfect building and toppling. The rapid tracks, spinners and templates help you design anything you can imagine such as stunts, tricks or cool designs. The possibilities are endless! Kit includes 180 kinetic dominoes, 5 rapid tracks, 1 staircase bridge, 1 speed template, 2 straight tracks, 12 domino arcs and 3 spinners. Non-toxic materials.

4 years & up. 16 double-sided photo/x-ray cards engage students in science exploration from the inside out! Images are protected with a special scratch-resistant coating. Examine the photos and then place them on a light table or in a window to reveal the skeletal system of the animals! An excellent way to introduce children to animals and anatomy. Flip the cards over to get a better look at the skeleton. Teacher guide included. Cards are 8.5" x 11".

6 years & up. Julian isn't afraid of lions or tigers, but he is scared of . . . bicycles? Julian's friend Gloria has a brand-new bicycle. She makes riding it look easy, but Julian is scared. Bicycles are shiny, whizzing, wobbly things. And he's not ready to ride one. But he can't tell Gloria he's scared, so he tells a fib instead. He almost gets away with it . . . until the fib backfires and he's got an even bigger problem! Chapter paperback. 80 pages.

Every age and ability level can play Thumball™. First you toss it and then catch it. Now react to the stimuli under your right thumb. Each panel has words and graphics related to moving and exercise. The response is based on the type of Thumball™ and the player's skill level. If your thumb lands on the title space or Shnoogie space select any space to respond to, it's your choice. Thumball™ gets everybody talking and interacting with ease in a positive social way. Measures 4" in diameter.

3 years & up. MAGNA-TILES® Metropolis allows you to create spinning windmills, houses, cars, skyscrapers, and more with all new shapes and spinners. Tiles are designed with magnets on all sides that cause them to attract even when they are flipped. Ideal for teaching spatial relationships, math, logic, and problem-solving through creative building. Includes 110 Magnetic building tiles with 3 new shapes: A spinner, windows, and quarter circles.

3 years & up. Inspire creativity with every color! Children can practice writing, drawing, and creating on chalkboards, construction paper, cardboard, craft paper, and even brown paper bags with this vibrant chalk collection. Each smooth, durable stick glides easily without breaking, scratching, or skipping for frustration-free art time. Includes: 12 boxes with 12 assorted-color sticks each -144 chalk sticks total.

3 years & up. Inspire your little artists to create with these wonderful Round Tip Chubby Handle Brushes. This durable set of brushes is made of natural boar bristles. The brushes are complete with chubby wood handles and a nickel-plated band, sized with smaller hands in mind. Painting promotes creativity, imagination, dexterity, exploration, color recognition, and hand-eye coordination.

8 years & up. Balance is the key to solving this puzzle! This fun and exciting game includes 24 notched, rubber-tipped game rods to hang and balance from a tabletop stand. It may seem easy but as you add more rods, the balance shifts and the difficulty changes. Try to suspend each piece without knocking them down! Includes: 24 Game Rods, Wooden Base, 4 Frame Rods, Colored Die, and a Wooden Connector.

4 years & up. High-quality, right or left handed scissors have corrosion-resistant stainless steel blades. Assorted colors Set of 6. 5 inches long. Design on handle may vary.

Be a rabbit, frog, or cricket on these super-strong vinyl balls! Using the easy-grip handle as they bounce, children will love improving balance and coordination. When being used, it is recommended to use on a surface free of objects that could pop the ball. Comes in one color. Inflate with hand or foot pump.

Encourage fine motor skills, writing development, and creativity with these crayons. Crayons measure 3.625" x .313". There are 8 colors per box. Available in single boxes or sets of 12.

With this collection of chalk, children can practice writing and drawing on chalkboards, construction paper, cardboard, craft paper, and even brown paper bags. The smooth chalk sticks resist breaking and scratching or skipping on art surfaces. 12 sticks of assorted colors in each tuck box. Includes 12 boxes for a total of 144 sticks.

3 years & up. This twistable therapy device is an ergonomic approach to hand therapy, minor stress relief, building fine motor skills, and more. Soft, texturized rubber bumps on this Tangle® provide a one-of-a-kind sensory and tactile experience in your hands. The motion is calming and fun! Research has shown that fidgeting quietly during stressful times can lead soothed nerves and anxiety, more body control and focus. Tangle® helps keep restless minds and hands focused. Tangle®… More »

3 years & up. Geology gets exciting when you break open these geodes and find crystal treasures. These large size geodes break open easily. They will amaze and delight your little scientist. Hollow in the center due to crystal formations, each one contains clues about the mystery of the formation of our earth. This hands-on earth science experiment is sure to please. Each piece measures approximately 1 - 1.5" diameter. Includes 10 geodes.

8 years & up. Solid information, sound advice, fun illustrations, real-life topics, and practical tips -- no wonder these books are so popular with young readers. Together, they make a cool collection of self-help books that really help. This set of 4 books answers all the questions one has when growing up. Titles may vary.

Grades K & up. The lightweight Mini Dry Erase Answer Paddles feature a rounded shape, easy grip handle, and a chip-resistant hardboard backing. These dry erase paddles are easy to use and wipe clean to erase. Ideal for monitoring student understanding at a glance and promoting class engagement. Dry erase panel is on one side only. Each paddle measures 5" x 9". Included: 12 Mini Dry Erase Answer Paddles.

3 years & up. Exercise is important along with keeping ourselves clean from germs that make us sick. These books will explore the benefits of exercise, staying healthy, and feeling better as children learn about keeping themselves in good shape. Components may vary. Set of 6 books.