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Build a love of reading with engaging children’s books for every stage. From board books to diverse stories and classroom favorites, Kaplan’s collection supports early literacy, language development, and social-emotional learning-helping children explore, connect, and grow through meaningful reading experiences.

First Feelings Bilingual Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 301804
Status: In Stock
$41.95
12 months and up. Facilitate introductory emotional exploration with the First Feelings Board Books set. Employing captivating artwork and simple yet engaging text, these books explore the 6 primary emotions that young children experience. The books explain how those emotions make people feel and what people can do to cope with them. Altogether, the books are a great way to build early social-emotional awareness. All the books are in both English and Spanish.
Look, Touch, Learn Textured Sensory Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 301803
Status: In Stock
$39.96
Birth & up. Make tummy time a captivating and enriching experience with the Look, Touch, Learn series. Featuring palettes, shapes, and patterns that were selected in collaboration with infant psychologists at the Sussex Baby Lab, this series will provide optimal visual stimulation for babies from 0-6 months. The books' images also have various surfaces and textures that will spark engaging tactile exploration.
Stories from Around the World Books - Set of 4 - Paperback
Item: 300948
Status: In Stock
$39.96
4 years & up. Open the door to global imagination with the Stories From Around the World Books - Set of 4. This engaging book collection invites young readers to explore diverse cultures and timeless tales through vibrant storytelling and rich illustrations. Each paperback book highlights unique traditions, characters, and lessons from communities around the world-fostering empathy, curiosity, and cultural awareness in early learners. Each story offers a unique perspective, allowing readers to explore vibrant settings, connect with relatable characters, and gain an appreciation for different ways of life. Set includes A Gift for Amma, To Carnival,  Hanas Hundreds of Hijabs, and My Cousin's Mermaid.
Culturally Diverse Foods Books - Set of 4 - Paperback
Item: 300947
Status: In Stock
$39.96
3 years & up. This engaging collection introduces young learners to the rich diversity of global cultures through the lens of food and family traditions. Children will explore how different communities celebrate and enjoy foods that are meaningful to their heritage and region, fostering an understanding of cultural appreciation and inclusion. Each story highlights unique culinary traditions and the ways food brings people together, encouraging curiosity about the world and its many customs.
Barefoot Bear Babyproof Books - Set of 4
Item: 301541
Status: In Stock
$31.95
Birth & up. Bear is having quite the adventure! These books are designed to be both durable and engaging for young readers. With their chew-proof, water-proof, and rip-proof features, they're built to withstand lots of love and use from little ones. And with 24 pages each, there's plenty of room for Bear's adventures, shapes, friends, and different weather elements to unfold in a fun and rhyming way!
Barefoot Babyproof Books - Set of 4
Item: 301542
Status: In Stock
$31.95
Birth & up. These Babyproof Books are ideal for introducing young children to the concept of comparison with their bright illustrations and durable features. The chew-proof, water-proof, and rip-proof capabilities ensure that these books can withstand the enthusiastic handling of infants and toddlers. With 16 pages each, they provide a manageable yet engaging experience, perfect for little hands to explore and enjoy.
Curious Cats Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 301802
Status: In Stock
$31.95
12 months & up. Deepen toddlers' understanding of the world around them with this set of Curious Cats Books. Using bold colors, curved lines, and simple yet engaging text, these board books walk toddlers through the fundamentals of colors, numbers, shapes, and weather. The books' sturdy construction also enables toddlers to hold the books in their hands and interact with them in other tactile ways.
Mindful Tots Board Books, Mindfulness for Little Ones - Set of 4
Item: 34870
Status: In Stock
$33.95
2 years & up. Help your children to take a restful pause in their day with this Mindful Tots Board Books set. This set of books is designed to help young children manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions by making the mindfulness techniques relatable. This sturdy yet stylish board book is designed to enable caregivers to practice an ancient mindfulness exercises, with children as young as 2 years old. Children will enjoy the unique illustrations and simple text as they explore the engaging activities. Board books contain thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn. Each book is 14 pages.
First Behaviors Bilingual Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 302826
Status: In Stock
$41.94
12 months & up. Introduce toddlers to essential social-emotional skills with this engaging bilingual book set designed just for little learners. Perfect for early childhood classrooms, these sturdy board books support language development while guiding children through their first behaviors in both English and Spanish. Each book offers simple, age-appropriate text alongside vibrant illustrations that spark conversation and connection. With consistent bilingual phrasing, teachers can easily weave in vocabulary-building moments while encouraging positive character building.
Sing-A-Song Bilingual Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 93097
Status: In Stock
$27.95
12 months & up. Sing and read along with this exciting Sing-A-Song Bilingual Board Books. This board book set contains four popular rhymes in English and Spanish for bilingual learning. Children will delight as they gain literacy and language skills. For an extra activity, include instruments to go along with each fun song. The board book contains thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn.
Baby Signing Board Books - Set of 5
Item: 39402
Status: In Stock
$41.95
8 months & up. Children are able to communicate by signing before they develop the skills necessary for speech. By teaching simple sign language to children from as young as eight months, we can help them to convey their emotions and their needs. When children begin to talk, having sign language to fall back on provides a comforting safety net. Add to the fun of signing by singing well-known nursery rhymes and songs. Even proficient speakers will long enjoy signing to a favorite song or rhyme. Simple and clear signing instructions allow anyone to join in.
What's the Weather Books - Set of 4
Item: 37139P
Status: In Stock
$39.96
3 years & up. Teach children about different types of weather with this fun illustrated series. Each book has questions at the end teachers can use to further the conversation about weather. Set of 4. Hardcover.
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My Five Senses Bilingual Board Books - Set of 5
Item: 71936
Status: In Stock
$34.95
12 months & up. Explore the five senses with this wonderful My Five Senses Bilingual Board Books for Young Readers. This bilingual board book set features easy to comprehend words with unique illustrations. This set of books promotes language development, literacy, and early vocabulary. Includes What Do I Hear, See, Feel, Taste, and Smell. Set of 5 board books. Encourage your children to answer the sensory questions as they read the books.
Yoga Tots Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 37832
Status: In Stock
$33.95
2 years & up. Help young children explore yoga poses with these two brightly illustrated books. Board books. Set of 4.
Rhyming Books - Set of 2
Item: 300949
Status: In Stock
$29.98
4 years & up. Enjoy rhyming in a new way as children explore these bright and beautiful titles. Set includes Copy the, Copy Cat! and Follow the Flyway.
Our World Board Books
Item: 300941P
Status: In Stock
$29.97
Birth and up. Take a trip around the globe and explore life in a different culture. Introduce young children to people, places, and cultures that make up our world with this engaging set of board books. Each book features vibrant images and simple text that helps children begin to understand diversity, community, and everyday life around the globe. Designed for little hands, the sturdy pages support independent exploration while building early literacy and vocabulary. Perfect for classrooms, reading corners, and social studies activities, this set encourages curiosity, empathy, and meaningful conversations about the world we share. Each set includes 3 books about different countries.
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Taking Care of the Earth Books - Set of 3
Item: 300950
Status: In Stock
$39.97
3 years & up. Learn about upcycling and taking care of the earth in this engaging book set. Set incudes Scrap Metal Swan, Planet Power, and Kid's Garden.
Me, Myself, and I Books Level B - Set of 6
Item: 52685
Status: In Stock
$44.94
Grades K - 1. Spark the interest of beginning readers with engaging fiction and authentic informational content! These high-quality books feature an appropriate reading level and familiar standards-based themes. Set of 6 books have 12 - 20 pages each.
Cleo's Board Books - Set 2
Item: 300940
Status: In Stock
$29.97
12 months & up. Jaunt through the various adventures with Cleo in these sweet board books for toddlers. Includes titles Cleo's Colors, Cleo's Numbers, and Cleo the Cat.
Singalong Books - Set of 4
Item: 300945
Status: In Stock
$39.96
3 years & up. Sing and follow along with these fun titles from Barefoot Books. Titles include Boogie in the Bronx, Head Shoulders Knees & Toes, Rooftop Garden, and Yoga Adventure. Includes an online access link to original audio and video animation.
Basic Concepts Books Level A - Set of 6
Item: 52684
Status: Only 3 left
$51.95
$39.95
Grades K - 1. Spark the interest of beginning readers with engaging fiction and authentic informational content! These high-quality books feature an appropriate reading level and familiar standards-based themes. Set of 6 paperback books have 12 - 20 pages each.
Crafts and Culture Books - Set of 6
Item: 52691
Status: Only 3 left
$71.95
$39.95
Grades K - 1. Spark the interest of beginning readers with engaging fiction and authentic informational content! These high-quality books feature an appropriate reading level and familiar standards-based themes. Set of 6 books have 12 - 20 pages each.
In the Community Books Level C - Set of 6
Item: 52686
Status: Only 2 left
$51.95
$39.95
Grades K - 1. Spark the interest of beginning readers with engaging fiction and authentic informational content! These high-quality books feature an appropriate reading level and familiar standards-based themes. Set of 6 books have 12 - 20 pages each.
Now You See It Board Books - Set of 3
Item: 302827
Status: Out of Stock
$29.97
12 months & up. Spark curiosity and observation skills in the classroom with this interactive book set. Designed with vibrant illustrations and sturdy pages, these books invite toddlers to explore and discover the wonders of nature through play.  With every page turn, children practice early vocabulary, attention to detail, and critical thinking as they uncover various animals, birds, and sealife in familiar and new environments.