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Block Play

Support hands-on STEM learning with block play materials that help children build, stack, design, problem-solve, and collaborate. Kaplan’s selection includes wooden blocks, unit blocks, soft blocks, plastic blocks, oversized building sets, vehicles, people and animal figures, storage, and tables that encourage spatial reasoning, fine motor skills, creativity, storytelling, and meaningful construction play in early learning classrooms.

Four Seasons Double-Sided Wood Trees - 12 Pieces
Item: 37395
Status: In Stock
$74.95
18 months & up. Bring the block play area to life with this beautifully designed set of realistic tree pieces. This set of 12 wooden figures features double-sided illustrations of trees in different seasons and stages from a variety of climates. Encourage children to learn about the seasons, different climates, and environments, while visually becoming aware of how trees change based off geographical location. Tallest piece measures 5"H. 12 pieces.
Jumbo Sensory River Stones - 10 Pieces
Item: 37307
Status: In Stock
$76.95
2 years & up. Smooth-sanded, over-sized beechwood Jumbo Sensory River Stones feature inset, nature-inspired textures. Children can engage in sensory play while practicing stacking and balancing and strengthening their tactile differentiation. A beautiful, subdued color palette furthers the possibilities for organic connections during natural play. Smallest stone measures 5.125"W x 2.5"D x 1.125"H, largest stone measures 7.625"W x 3.75"D x 1.75"H.
Ramptastic STEM Ramp - Explore Speed, Textures, and Velocity
Item: 63780
Status: In Stock
$76.95
3 years & up. Turn curiosity into hands-on discovery with the Ramptastic STEM Ramp for Testing Velocity. This sturdy wooden incline ramp features six different surface textures, inviting children to predict, test, and compare how objects move across different surfaces. As children investigate the effects of texture and weight on speed, they explore early science concepts such as friction, motion, and inclined planes. Encourage children to ask questions, repeat experiments, and describe what they observe while developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific vocabulary. Shared investigations also offer opportunities to take turns, discuss predictions, and compare results with classmates. Included activity cards guide exploration, making this preschool STEM ramp a useful addition to your science centers and hands-on learning activities. Cars sold separately. Measures 12.5"L x 4.75"W x 4.25"H.
Big City Building Blocks - 36 Pieces
Item: 30758
Status: In Stock
$55.95
2 years & up. Turn big building ideas into a big city! These Big City Building Blocks feature an array of blocks to construct tall or short buildings along with trees, bushes, and people to bring the city to life. Each building project supports the development of creativity, gross motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. Blocks are made from natural finished hardwood. Includes: 24 building blocks, 6 people blocks, 2 shrub blocks, and 4 tree blocks.
Worldwide Animals - 21 Pieces
Item: 30905
Status: In Stock
$89.95
3 years & up. Introduce children to global wildlife while strengthening early learning and motor skills with the Worldwide Animals, 21 Piece animal set. This engaging resource of animal figures from around the world invite children to explore animal characteristics, and make meaningful connections through dramatic play. Perfect for classroom block centers, preschool activity areas, or dramatic play spaces, the set encourages collaborative play, imaginative storytelling, and early understanding of biodiversity and habitats. Designed to withstand daily use in early learning environments, these sturdy, lightweight pieces support joyful learning and discovery in every play session. Measure from 3.5" x 1.5" to 7.5" x 9.5".
Animals On the Farm Set - 12 Piece Set
Item: 32340
Status: In Stock
$71.95
3 years & up. A variety of vinyl farm animals found on the farm, great for pretend play! 12-piece set includes two hens, one rooster, two pigs, two cows, one donkey, one goat, one cat and two horses. The horse is the largest animal and measures 5.5"L x 4"H. Due to availability, animal styles may vary.
Wooden Community Buildings for Block Play
Item: 30627
Status: In Stock
$74.95
2 years & up. A perfect addition to block play, just add unit blocks, vehicles, and community people and you have an instant city or town. This set features six recognizable buildings: Grocery Store, School, Police Station, Service Station, Hospital, and Fire Station. The buildings have bilingual copy with English on one side and French on the reverse. Spanish labels are also included to replace copy if preferred. Each plywood building has a minimum 3.5" high entrance and exit and measure 6.5"W x 5.75"D x 6.5"H.
Jumbo Animals of the Sea - 11 Pieces
Item: 30327
Status: In Stock
$89.95
3 years & up. Dive into ocean discovery with the Animals of the Sea set. This collection of realistic ocean animal figures inspires imaginative play while introducing children to marine life, ocean habitats, and early science concepts. Children can create underwater adventures, build ocean environments with blocks, and engage in open-ended storytelling that encourages creativity and exploration. Featuring a variety of ocean animals, this set provides meaningful opportunites for children to learn about animal characteristics, habitats, and biodiversity through hands-on play. Perfect for preschool classrooms, science centers, or block play areas, these durable animal figures encourage language development, critical thinking, and cooperative play. They are also ideal for ocean-themed lessons, habitat projects, and sensory play experiences. Animals may vary based on availability.
Tabletop Notch Blocks - Eastern 87 Piece Set
Item: 37453
Status: Out of Stock
$64.95
3 years & up. Children can experience Eastern-inspired architecture, indoors and outdoors, building with the Notch Blocks Eastern set. Solid plastic, neutral-colored blocks feature notched parts that easily connect for strong, detailed builds. Using included ladders and bridge pieces, children can build different structures with varying elevated platforms and span natural elements. Set includes 87 pieces and 10 double-sided build cards.
Wildlife Animals Collection Block Play Animal Set  - 32-Piece
Item: 31528
Status: Out of Stock
$99.95
3 years & up. Introduce young children to animals from around the world and close to home with the Wildlife Animals Collection - Set of 32. This large assortment of realistic animals supports block play, habitat exploration, language development, and hands-on lessons about wildlife. Children can use the animals in sand and water tables, classroom block areas, or small-group discussions as they identify favorite animals, describe features, and explore land and sea habitats through meaningful play. The durable animal figures encourage curiosity, vocabulary building, imaginative storytelling, and collaborative learning in early childhood classrooms. Includes 32 animals. Animals range from 5" to 6.5".