After School & Summer Learning

3 years & up. The importance of having a balanced diet is discussed in this series on the different food groups. The use of simple text and large photographs to highlight the subjest matter in a way young children can understand. This book set is useful for discussions about healthy choices and reflects the new nutritional guidelines. At the end of each book, are small photos of foods and activities to choose for an ideal healthy day. Each book uses real-life photography and simple comparisons… More »

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 - 8 years. A beautiful picture book that will help children discover calm through the magic of mindful breathing. Perfect for quiet story time and naptime. With this interactive picture book, children breathe along as they learn how to make angry or sad thoughts disappear. In a world that is sometimes too busy, with too many things going on, this book will help steer children into a serene space of mindfulness, self-awareness, and balance. 32 pages.

Learning to read is one of the major milestones in a child's life, and it's one that parents worry about. This guide gives parents information on how to support their child on his or her reading journey. Now parents of children, aged three to five years old, have the power to ensure their child becomes a successful reader. Available in English and Spanish. Set of 20 guides.

Grades 4 & up. Build all 5 simple machines at once in science centers. Students can construct, examine and explain simple machines to develop a deeper understanding of how they make work easier. Contains enough pieces to build a lever, pulley, inclined plane, wheel and axle, and wedge all at the same time! Modify machines with 4 included weights (two 5g and two 10g), plus 8 included rubber bands to explore effort, force, load, motion and distance. Includes 63 pieces and activity guide.

Interest Level: K-3. Reading Levels: 0-Q. Brilliant color photos and simple text describe the fascinating lifecycles of 12 different animal and plant species. Illustrations bring essential science vocabulary to life. 12 paperback books, 16 pages each.

3 years & up. Reinforce basic concepts and make learning fun with bingo! Create healthy habits and make learning about foods fun with this bingo game using real images of healthy foods and nutrition. Includes images of fruits, vegetables, sweets, drinks, and carbs. Up to 20 players can play with 30 calling cards and tokens included. Ideal for use in both small and large group settings.

3 years & up. This unique building set adds a new dimension to tube construction -- wheels! Children can build endless tube designs and add wheels to make them move. Easy-fit construction, this set includes 26 straight tubes, 26 shaped tubes, 6 tubes, 6 cross tubes, 8 wheels in assorted vibrant colors for a total of 72 pieces. This set also comes in a durable stackable plastic container.

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 »

4 years & up. Learning doesn't stop at the classroom door! Expand curriculum into the outdoor environment with Out and About Music & Movement Kit. This kit provides a variety of learning experiences that enable teachers to reinforce curricular concepts in a fun, hands-on way. Exploring music and rhythm helps to develop balance, spatial awareness, and whole body/brain integration. In addition, exercising with cross laterals is powerfully connected to cognitive growth and reading readiness.… More »

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.

4 years & up. Inspire good habits with these easy to read introductions Good Health Habits and Your Body Nutritious Living Books. Whether learning about proper nutrition or understanding how our bodies work, kids will get the facts they need to help keep them in good health.This wonderful set of books promote healthy living, literacy, activity, and nutrition. Encourage children to ask questions about concepts or vocabulary they are unfamiliar with. Set of 4 paperback books.

Variety pack of stickers includes 3 sheets each of: fruits and vegetables, dinosaurs, seashells, fish, insects, sports, farm animals, and flowers--for a total of 24 sheets.

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.

3 years & up. Learn letters and vocabulary with acorns! Match uppercase and lowercase letters and match color-coded figures to their appropriate beginning letter. Includes 26 two-piece acorns and 26 color-coded figures, 1 for each letter! Acorns measure 2"L x 2.5"H.

3 years & up. This 70 piece set includes large easy to manipulate pieces made of smooth sanded hardwood. Full of multi-colored pieces including connector rods and circles. This engaging kit lets your little one be the inventor for hours of fun. Set comes in a sturdy, storage container. Longest rod is 4.5" long.

4 years & up. Take a mindfulness moment with these engaging Body Poetry: Yoga Poses with Three Levels of Difficulty Cards. Children will enjoy stretching, strutting, waddling, prancing and strolling around! Use this set of 16 cards to lead children in safe, fun, and healthy exercises. These activities promote gross motor skills, flexibility, and balance. Cards are divided into three categories, easy, intermediate, and challenging. Activity card(s) included.

Soothing circles captivate the eye with a palette of soft, natural colors. Lifetime pile wear warranty. Meets NFPA101, Class I Fire Code. Made in the USA.

This locking cabinet features multiple shelves and cubbies of varying sizes to store and organize any items you choose. The additional side-locking cabinet provides an ideal place to store medicines, personal belongings, and more! Fully assembled. Measures 36"W x 59"H x 20"D. Contents shown are not included. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

3 years & up. Light, soft and smooth and resembles snow allowing children to create different shapes with their own hands! Easy clean up with a damp cloth and can be used over and over again! Includes .5 lb. and reusable airtight bucket to ensure it stays soft.

4 years & up. A fun educational twist on the classic game of dominoes. Learn how to identify different feelings and emotions with this Emotions Dominoes Game by Junior Learning. Match each person's face to the emotion that fits. In order to win the game you must get rid of all of your dominoes by matching each of the ends correctly with other dominoes on the playing field. No part of the domino can touch a non-matching domino. Included: 28 Emotion Dominoes, Storage Tin, and Game Instructions.