After School & Summer Learning

"Lead the Way" provides short, self-guided overviews that both aspiring and practicing after school professionals need to thrive in their roles. The 24 fundamental insights and strategies can be used as professional development topics with after school program staff, laying the foundation for the program to recruit, retain, and grown effective leaders. Paperback. 120 pages.

3 years & up. Take care of all your classroom adhesive needs with these safe Medium Non Toxic Easy Apply Glue Sticks for Arts and Crafts. These non toxic, acid free white glue sticks come in a variety of sizes and styles. The glue sticks bond to many porous and semi-porous materials such as paper, cardboard & photos. Store in a cool, dry place to make the glue long lasting. Medium glue sticks are .28 oz. each, large glue sticks are .70 oz. each, & jumbo glue sticks are 1.41 oz each. Set of 30.

3 years & up. These versatile, easy-fit tubes are the perfect hands-on manipulative for endless creative exploration! Use them independently or elevate playtime by incorporating them into a light table, sand, or water play for a dynamic sensory experience. Simply add a child's imagination, and watch as curiosity leads to exciting discoveries! Designed for durability and easy organization, this 80-piece set comes neatly stored in a sturdy, stackable container measuring 12"L x 7"W x… More »

3 years & up. Stay prepared for all your paper crafts with this pack of Multicolor Assortment Construction Paper for Arts and Crafts.This heavyweight 100% vat-dyed sulphite with longer, stronger fibers is great for art projects such as drawing, origami, and some painting. This paper pack is tough enough to take scoring, folding and curling without cracking and tearing. Its superior fade-resistance keeps projects brighter and fresher longer. The paper is acid free for less fade and made from… More »

2 years and up. Make learning fun and interactive with these wooden peg puzzles. Covering numbers, letters, and shapes, these puzzles present open-ended, interactive opportunities for mathematical and literary development. Adults can use them as instructional tools, or children can play with them as a way to reinforce their learning. Either way, these puzzles will help lay critical foundations for children's cognitive development. Available individually or as a set.

5 years & up. Poseable action figure with fully articulating joints; suction cup feet to stick to almost any flat surface. Includes 3 Stikbot action figures (solid mixed color, the Botchelor, and horse), 1 Mobile Phone Tripod and 2-in-1 Green Screen Stage (opposite side is blue).

3 years & up. Emphasize the beauty found in cultural differences with these adorable, multi-ethnic dolls. Each doll features a warm smile, poseable head and limbs, and gorgeous, securely rooted hair. Outfits and shoes are culturally accurate and are easy to take on and off. Dolls are made of non-toxic vinyl that wipes clean with a damp cloth. Outfits and hair may vary in style. Available individually or in a set of 8. Eye color may vary.

Hard cover composition books. Measures 9.75" x 7.5". Set of 5. Choose 60 sheet or 100 sheet composition books.

3 years & up. Enjoy the beauty of nature with this artistic collage of real insects in their native habitats. Photographed insects include a Keeled Skimmer Dragonfly, Black Swallowtail Caterpillar, Leaf Beetle, Wasp, Nymph of Locust, and White Peacock Butterfly. Promote conversation about new and familiar people, places, and things while developing decision making and problem solving strategies. Large 24-piece floor puzzle is made of extra-thick durable cardboard with wipe-clean surfaces. Puzzle… More »

3 years & up. Bee-Bot® is an exciting new robot designed for use by young children. This colorful, easy-to-operate, and friendly little robot is a perfect tool to teach sequencing, estimation, problem solving and just having fun. Tell Bee-Bot® to move forward, back and turn left or right by pressing the arrow keys. Then press GO and send him on his way. Bee-Bot® stops, beeps and blinks after each step so you can follow along as Bee-Bot® executes your program. Bee-Bot® remembers… More »

4 years & up. These versatile, colorful sticks are great for a variety of creative projects. You can twist, bend, and shape them into different forms, and adding buttons and beads can enhance your designs. The 12-inch length and assorted colors make them perfect for crafting and decorating. 100 pieces.

4 years & up. Promote the development of your child's gross motor functions with this exciting Kaplan 14" Get Movin Trike for Fun Outdoor Activities. Kaplan trikes are made by Tilo, an award-winning line of trikes created for the preschool and consumer markets. These trikes are built to support and encourage adventure in children, giving them the confidence to test their limits. Loaded with safety features, these trikes are available in two colors, red/silver and yellow. A simple one-bolt… More »

Encourage children to explore the world around them with this Animals and Nature from Around the World Poster Set. Children will love viewing the high quality, beautiful scenes from natural settings across biomes. Encourage your children to write and describe what they see in their favorite poster. Set of 12 posters. Measures 11"L x 17"W.

3 years & up. Reinforce weather and the four seasons and make learning fun with this bingo game using real images. Playing bingo can enhance cognitive skills such as attention, concentration, and memory. Helps preschoolers develop their vocabulary as they listen to and learn the names of numbers, colors, shapes, or other themes featured on the bingo cards. Playing bingo in a group setting encourages social interaction and cooperation. Preschoolers learn to take turns, share materials,… More »

Movement-inspiring activities reinforce good nutrition, health and motor skills! Young children learn best when they connect physical activity with learning! Up, Down, Move Around is packed with fun, simple activities that will have your children jumping, shaking, rolling, dancing, and clapping as they learn! From the Healthy Food Obstacle Course to the Bendy Bodies Stretch, children ages 3 to 6 will get moving as they learn and support an awareness of nutrition and health concepts as well as fine… More »

3 years & up. Discover a fun-filled world of active play in this collage of up-close images of children engaged in a healthy lifestyle. Complete the puzzle to see children climbing, cooking, blowing bubbles and so much more! This large 24-piece real photo puzzle is made of extra-thick durable cardboard with a wipe-clean surface. Puzzle insert included. Measures 24" x 36".

3 years & up. Design all types of construction vehicles with our engineering set. Perfectly sized for small hands, children can connect the chunky bolts, wheels, and joints. As children build, they boost planning and motor skills. A total of 210 pieces in a stackable plastic container.

2 years & up. Kaplan economical, easy-glide crayons have bold, no smear colors. This large size set has 400 crayons, 50 of each color in a class share corrugated box. Box is re-usable and is perfect for class use or at home for all of your creative kiddos. These crayons produce vibrant colors on all paper types.

Keep your art area organized with this wooden Tabletop Paintbrush Stand. Designed with easy-to-clean plastic shelves and a sturdy frame, this stand holds up to 30 paintbrushes, perfect for art centers or classrooms. Each .75" hole helps brushes stand upright for easy access and drying, encouraging responsibility and independence during art time. Great for supporting fine motor development, creative expression, and organizational skills in young artists. Brushes not included. Measures 8"L x 6"W x 6"H.

4 years & up. Achieve school readiness skills with this backpack filled with activities and a book selected for family engagement and independent learning. Includes a bilingual family guide.

Flexible, weather-resistant clipboards with a handy paper storage pocket on the back -- perfect for outdoor journaling, map drawing, or creative expression. Set of 3.

3 years & up. Model and practice empathy with the Walk in My Shoes Mat with Printable Teacher Guide and Activity Card(s). Perfect to help children learn to be more empathetic and appreciate how different people express their feelings. Provide children the emotional tools they need as you demonstrate and practice appropriate responses about feelings and emotions. Walk in My Shoes Mat measures 40"L x 60"W and easily rolls for storage.

3 years & up. This inviting journal supports a variety of skills including fine motor, literacy, and memory. The 32 page journal offers several tips and ideas on journalism, explain how and why we journal, and how to extend the experience for children. Each page is blank to encourage drawing, writing, or a combination of both. Journal measures 11"L x 8.5W". Set of 10 journals.

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.