After School & Summer Learning

3 years & up. Introduce new materials to your science center with these Durable Eye Droppers. These small pipettes are great for transferring liquid materials in science experiments or for practicing fine motor skills. The plastic tubes and rubber tops provide a safe tool for class and small group investigations. Your children will love exploring and observing different reactions.

3 years & up. Bring mindfulness into your environment and enjoy the benefits the practice brings with the Mindfulness Mat and accompanying guide and activity card(s). Mindfulness helps increase our ability to regulate emotions, decrease stress, anxiety and depression and can help us focus our attention, as well as, help us center our thoughts and feelings in an intentional way. Measure 60"L x 60"W.

5 years & up. Take your children on a journey to the world around them with this set of National Geographic Nonfiction for Young Readers. This high-interest, educationally vetted series of beginners reads features the magnificent images of National Geographic. These images are accompanied by texts written by experienced, skilled children's book authors. Children will love reading abou subjects such as animals, plants, rocks, and mummies. Encourage your children to write about what they read… More »

4 years and up. This educational toy includes four different puzzles: T-Rex, Spinosaurus, Triceratops, and Stegosaurus. There is an added bonus! Turn off the lights to see their glow-in-the-dark skeletons. These puzzles foster collaborative educational play that teaches children about the dinosaurs' skeletal systems, develops memory skills and improves spatial reasoning. Each puzzle has different color backgrounds for easy sorting and Linda Bleck's artwork brings these ancient giants back to life.

An innovation in watercolors. Use directly from the bottle for intense color, or dilute for wash effect. This WaterColor Magic Assortment contains 6 eight oz. bottles (red, orange, yellow, blue, green, purple).

18 months & up. Parachute activities promote gross motor functions and imagination. The durable parachute is made of rip-stop nylon fabric, and sewn to last through the toughest play times. Each size includes storage bag. Available in 12' with 8 Handles, 20' with 16 Handles, 24' with 20 Handles, and 6' with 9 handles.

3 years & up. This Touchless operation encourages the right length of time is spent when washing hands in the classroom, learning center, or home. This touchless timer features a 30-second, 3-phase countdown. The first phase is 5-second wet/soap, the second is a 20-second wash/scrub, and the third is a 5-second rinse. Modern LED color display, timer is water resistant with mounting options. Requires 3 AA batteries, not included.

3 years & up. Thanks to the thoughtful integration of a multi-sensory approach, the Connections Pentagon Play System is an engaging toy that can be used and enjoyed by children with various strengths and diverse abilities. This open-ended and accessible toy system creates a personalized learning experience that adapts to each child's unique needs and emphasizes inclusivity. Set includes 18 small pentagon pieces, 18 large pentagon pieces, 55 various clips, 40 nut and bolt connector pieces, and… More »

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.

6 years & up. Your Mission: Get the laser beam to the rockets so they can safely return to earth! You'll need to use science and logic to reflect the laser beam to the rockets. Carefully place the satellite mirrors to guide your path, but watch out for space rocks that might get in your way. It's one tricky job for any scientist, but with a little brain power you'll be sure to ignite the rockets and your mind. One mission completed and 39 more to go! This single player game features a game grid… More »

3 years & up. Keep up with the time using this brightly colored Mega Sand Timer Set for Classroom Activities Indoors and Outdoors. This classic hourglass timer is the perfect tool to help children visualize time from seconds to 10 minutes! Use these exciting times for science experiments, time management, and other timed games. These sand timers are time-tested and made of durable plastic. Timers come with matching colored sand. Each timer measures 3.25"L x 6.375"W.

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. Make crafting and classroom projects a breeze with this Blue Washable Glue Stick Set of 12! Perfect for use on posters, paper, photos, fabrics, and more, these glue sticks go on blue so kids can see where they've applied, then dry clear for a clean, polished finish. The clump-free formula dries wrinkle-free, giving every project a smooth, professional look. Each stick features a convenient twist-up applicator for easy use, and the glue is washable, odorless, and AP certified non-toxic.… More »

3 years & up. Acrylics can be used for a variety of painting techniques. Opaque colors combined with a permanent coverage makes this paint perfect to use on many surfaces including canvas and other art projects. Set of 12 includes: Chrome Yellow, Chrome Orange, Brite Red, Magenta, Violet, Phthalo Blue, Cobalt Blue, Phthalo Green, Mars Black, Burnt Sienna, and 2 bottles of Titanium White. Non-toxic.

5 years & up. Give your children an exciting extreme weather lesson with this fun Create and Contain Realistic Tiny Tornado in a Can for Interactive Weather Learning. With a simple twist of the wrist, a realistic, tiny tornado is produced from the white foam clouds. Hold the can to the light and watch the iridescent currents swirl. This activity promotes STEM learning, discovery, and sensory learning. Tornado facts are printed on the back of the container. Use this activity over tornado safety… More »

6 years & up. This large wall-mount thermometer clearly gives temperature in both Celsius and Fahrenheit scales. Recessed tube prevents accidents. Temperature ranges: -40 to 50 degrees Celsius and -40 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Use indoors or out. Measures 15"H x 3"W.

5 years & up. Your little engineers will love designing and creating their own skyscrapers, cranes, bridges and more with this City Engineering® & Design Set by Learning Resources. Use the activity cards to complete design challenges or let your imagination run wild and create your own city. The perfect set to encourage early STEM learning. Platform measures 4.25" x 4.25". Included: 89 Easy-to-assemble pieces: Gears, building pieces, 2 figures, a truck, a construction cone and more, and Activity cards.

Grades 3 - 5. Cam Jansen books are perfect for young readers who are making the transition to chapter books. Each story has a foreshadow event with simple clues and all follow with a satisfying ending as told through the eyes of Cam the spunky young heroine who is able to solve them all. Readers have loved these stories for over two decades and old fans and new readers will love Cam's cool, new modern look. Set includes eight (8),64-page paperbacks.

4 years & up. Invite children to explore human anatomy with this 24-piece puzzle. The puzzle depicts both internal organs and bones so that children can investigate multiple dimensions of the human body. Human body puzzles provide a holistic learning experience that combines cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development in a fun and engaging way. It also helps children develop critical-thinking skills as they solve the puzzle and fine-motor skills as they put it together. Measures… More »

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.

Use this soft air-dry clay for making solid, durable projects without the need for baking in oven or firing in a kiln. Softens easily with water and quickly cleans from hands and surfaces. Stamp impressions, make beads or use with any traditional techniques such as pinch, coil, slab, or score-and-weld. When dry, the clay can be painted with tempera, acrylic or watercolors. Clay dries to the touch in 24 hours, and is completely dry in 72 hours. The 25 lb. value pack is economical and convenient for… More »

3 years & up. Colorful Duck Quill feathers range in length from 3" to 5", and come in an assortment of bright non-toxic colors.

3 years & up. Inspire your imagination with this assortment of sequins and spangles in various styles and colors. 4 ounce package.

4 years & up. Create snow anytime, in any climate with this Realistic Snow Creation Kit for Science Lessons in Any Season! The enchanting snow lasts for weeks, expands up to 100 times its size, is totally reusable, and looks like real snow! Playing with fake snow provides a tactile experience that enhances sensory exploration, helping children engage their sense of touch. Simply stir the powder into water and watch it turn into fluffy, sparkling, shiny snow! Children will learn about color mixing,… More »