After School & Summer Learning

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.

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! Simply stir the powder into water and watch it turn into fluffy, sparkling, shiny snow! Children will learn about color mixing, mass, evaporation, and much more. The classroom kit contains enough materials for 12 children and the 1 lb bucket makes more than… More »

Grades PreK - 1. Through easy words and simple sentences, the youngest readers will discover the joy of reading a good story through this set of books. This set of books feature big type and easy words. Books feature rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues to help children decode the story. Set of 9 books.

3 years & up. Pony beads are a great option for use in making necklaces, bracelets, key chains and much more. All pony beads are 6 mm x 9mm, in assorted metallic colors. Includes 1,500 pony beads.

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. Set of 6 books.

3 years & up. Real images reinforce healthy eating habits and align with the USDA MyPlate model. This learning kit is great for at home learning or in school instruction. Being that the pieces are all made of felt, the kit also travels well. Includes 1 felt plate with placemat, 50 food pieces, 5 food group pieces, and a 16 page lesson guide. Precut.

3 years & up. This Time Timer® MOD helps children visualize and manage the passage of time, so they can be more productive and organized. Use this timer to increase productivity by breaking tasks into manageable parts, keeping meetings on schedule, and to reduce conflict with turn-taking between children. Timer is sleek, portable, and has a removable, silicone cover that offers an extra layer of protection. Features an intuitive set knob at the center of its face, a clear plastic lens to… More »

4 years & up. Learn basic counting skills and simple words with this Ten Frame & First Words Dominoes set by Junior Learning. Win each game by getting rid of all of your dominoes first. In Ten Frame match the visual interpretations to the correct written numbers on a ten frame. Build your literacy skills in the First Words Dominoes game by matching each basic word to a corresponding image. Promotes individual learning. Included: 2 Tins of Dominoes: 28 Dominoes in each tin.

2 years & up. Fossils inspire children's imagination and excite young learners. They will delight in discovering and examining this set of 8 realistic and tactile specimens. The set includes ammonite, clam shell, fern leaf, preserved leaves, sea urchin, shark's tooth, shrimp and trilobite. Made from a unique stone mix, they are durable enough to be used outdoors. Each fossil measures approximately 3.5". Magnifying glass and brushes are not included.

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. Help your children explore and discuss the basic emotions with this descriptive Know Your Emotions Book Set. This set of books talks about experiences with anger, fear, sadness, and happiness. Encourage your children to talk about a time they experienced these emotions. Give them helpful coping skills and activities to regulate these emotions. Each book is complete with big, crisp pictures and simple text. Paperback. Set of 4.

3 years & up. Introduce children to the exciting world of science with familiar topics. Each book uses simple text and includes beautiful photography and facts. Written by teachers, these stories encourage readers to explore the world around them. Explore with your child or class. Set of 5 science-themed books. Paperback. 24 pages in each book.

3 years & up. The books in this set gives children a realistic insight into the working day of adults. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of men and women from different cultures help children understand what's involved in each occupation. Children learn all about what it takes to do an interesting job well. Along the way, they appreciate the contributions these workers make to our lives and the world around us. Set of 8 books.

4 years & up. Children will actively engage in STEM learning with this focus-free GeoSafari® Jr. My First Telescope! This telescope helps children understand magnification by keeping the field of vision wide when looking through the 9x magnified lens. The telescope has a collapsible tripod and extra-large comfortable eye-pieces with nose cut out for the best eye placement. Children will love exploring, discovering and learning with this helpful tool.

What can you add to your early childhood classroom that will immerse children in rich learning, reduce challenging behaviors, and develop confidence as well as critical thinking and problem-solving skills? A makerspace! Filled with colorful photographs taken in real early childhood settings, this book will guide you step-by-step in making a makerspace that invites young children to boldly explore materials and create something only they can imagine. Discover how to: draft a plan and gather materials,… More »

3 years & up. Encourage young scientists to take their investigations further with these perfectly sized tools. Includes durable magnifiers with built-in stand for hands-free observation, 4.5x magnification, and 4.5" diameter viewing area. Exercises fine motor skills as children use the easy-grip tweezers. Includes 3 magnifiers and 3 tweezers. Colors may vary.

3 years & up. Features dry-erase storyboard on one side and blank on the other for added activity choices. Each measures 9" x 12".

3 years & up. Introduce your children to one of nature's many life cycles with this exciting Butterfly Life Cycle Specimen Set for Observation and Early STEM Concepts. Children will enjoy observing the butterfly life cycle up close with this durable set. Each stage is preserved and encased in clear resin material and can be observed from every side to see the details. Encourage children to write about their observation or describe what they see occurring. Includes four specimens.

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. Clothes may vary. Available individually or in a set of 8. Eye color may vary.

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.

Bold photographs and attractive color illustrations combine with easy-to-follow text to present factual information for students and their families on becoming environmentally conscious.