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Children's Books

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.

Indestructibles® Seasons Around Me Books - Set of 4
Item: 302786
Status: In Stock
$23.95
Birth & up. Bring the beauty of the seasons into the classroom with this engaging set of cloth books. The titles introduct children to seasonal sights and experiences using simple, age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. Soft and durable, Indestructibles® are chew-proof, rip-proof, nontoxic and 100% washable.  They are also non-toxic, which means that infants have plenty of room to explore.
Indestructibles® Senses in Action Books - Set of 4
Item: 302785
Status: In Stock
$23.95
Birth & up. Specially designed for infants, these books use simple words, high-contrast images, and playful prompts to help infants explore how they experience the world. Each page encourages interaction, curiosity, and early language development while supporting sensory awareness. Soft and durable, Indestructibles are chew-proof, rip-proof, nontoxic and 100% washable.  They are also non-toxic, which means that infants have plenty of room to explore.
Indestructibles Nursery Rhyme Books - Set of 4
Item: 301066
Status: In Stock
$23.95
Birth & up. Have fun teaching and talking with your baby about the exciting world around them as you go through this vibrantly-illustrated Indestructibles Picture Book set together. Each book has a different theme and contains simple words and phrases to accompany the illustrations. Contents may vary.
Mini Mindful Moments Board Books - Set of 3
Item: 303252
Status: Only 11 left
$23.97
12 months & up. Support social-emotional growth with this Mini Mindful Moments book set, a gentle introduction to mindfulness for toddlers. This thoughtfully curated collection includes the titles Gratitude, Kindness, and Calm, each designed to help young children begin understanding their feelings while learning positive ways to interact with others. Through simple language and engaging illustrations, these books introduce toddlers to important early concepts such as appreciating the people and things around them, treating others with care, and finding moments of calm during busy days. The stories provide relatable examples that help children recognize emotions, practice empathy, and develop healthy habits for emotional well-being. By exploring gratitude, kindness, and calm, this collection helps young learners begin building the foundation for self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation. These skills support healthy development and positive relationships.
Warmies® Board Books
Item: 303125P
Status: In Stock
$12.95 - $50.95
Birth & up. Warmies® Board Books are the perfect way to introduce little ones to the joy of reading. Designed with soft, padded covers and rounded edges, these books are gentle, durable, and easy for tiny hands to hold. Each engaging story sparks imagination while supporting early reading experiences and encouraging meaningful bonding moments. The cozy board books include A Calico Cat Nap, The Greatest Goat of All Time, Who Am I?, and Golden Dog's Magical Adventure, making storytime feel just as warm and comforting as a cuddle.
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Indestructibles® Growing with Me Books - Set of 3
Item: 302825
Status: In Stock
$17.95
Birth & up. Help young children begin to recognize the special people in their lives with this heartwarming book set. Each title introduces children to the idea of family and self in simple, engaging ways. Perfect for building early connections and social-emotional awareness. Gentle text and warm illustrations reflect the loving bonds between children and their families. Rip-proof, chew-proof, and drool-proof, Indestructibles® can completely withstand any kind of interaction with a baby. This durability-combined with the books' non-toxic materials-frees children up to play with the books in any way they see fit.
The Pizza That We Made - Paperback
Item: 300229
Status: In Stock
$5.99
$4.00
6 years & up. Young ones will learn to make pizza from scratch in this colorful entry in this Easy-to-Read series. The rhyming text follows three friends as they collect ingredients, mix and knead the dough, add the toppings, bake, and then clean the kitchen. Although a few lines don't scan well, the rhyme and rhythm work overall and will help propel young readers through the pages, with vocabulary that's just right.  32 pages.
Mama and Baby Cloth Book
Item: 300738
Status: In Stock
$5.99
$4.00
Birth & up. Give babies books that they can handle-and that can handle them. Rip-proof, chew-proof, and drool-proof, Indestructibles® can completely withstand any kind of interaction with a baby. This durability-combined with the books' non-toxic materials-frees babies up to play with the books in any way they see fit. Such play will enhance babies' sensory perception. Chew proof, Rip proof, Non-toxic, and Dishwasher and Washing Machine washable!
Being With You This Way - Paperback
Item: 301183
Status: In Stock
$11.95
$9.00
4 years & up. On a bright, sunny day, a young black girl heads to the park and gathers a lively group of friends for an afternoon filled with fun and classic playground games. As they laugh and play, the kids come to realize that, despite their differences, whether it's curly or straight hair, light or dark skin, brown or blue eyes, they share so much in common. The vibrant illustrations bring to life a dynamic cast of characters who revel in the simple, shared delight of spending time together under the sun. 32 pages.
Elephant and Piggie Plushies & A Big Guy Took My Ball Book
Item: 145648P
Status: In Stock
$10.99 - $43.95
Snuggle up with Piggie and Elephant plushies while you read! Make Mo Willem's story A Big Guy Took My Ball come to life with adorable Elephant and Piggie plushies. Act out scenarios in the book or continue the story on your own. Book was written and illustrated by Mo Willems. Hardcover. 64 Pages. Dimensions: 9" x 7". Plushies are handmade from soft, quality polyester fibers and filled with PE plastic pellets. For birth & up. Surface wash and air dry only. Elephant is 7" and Piggie is 5". Get plushies and book together as a set or purchase individually.
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Corduroy - Paperback
Item: 50024
Status: In Stock
$7.99
$5.00
3 - 5 years. Don Freeman's classic character, Corduroy, is even more popular today then he was when he first came on the scene over thirty years ago. This favorite title is ready for another generation of children to love.
Look Out, Kindergarten, Here I Come! - Bilingual Hardcover
Item: 12813
Status: In Stock
$18.99
$13.00
3 - 5 years. Nancy Carlson's reassuring picture book about getting ready for kindergarten is now available in a Spanish-English edition-and to a whole new audience of young children. The simple, comforting text and big, bright illustrations will ease first-day-of-school jitters and help make the early days of kindergarten exciting and fun. Bilingual hardcover. 32 pages.
Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf - Hardback
Item: 18804
Status: In Stock
$19.99
Illustrated with watercolor collage and pieces of actual seeds, fabric, wire, and roots gives this innovative book a rich introduction to the life of a tree. A special glossary explains how roots absorb nutrients, what photosynthesis is, how sap circulates, and other facts about trees. Hardback. 40 pages.
Shark Lady: True Adventures of Eugenie Clark - Paperback
Item: 73665
Status: In Stock
$5.99
$4.00
7 - 10 years. An introduction to the life and career of the ichthyologist whose interest in fish began at the age of nine during weekly trips to the Aquarium in New York City. Paperback. 96 pages.
Indestructibles Wordless Picture Books - Set of 3
Item: 17390
Status: In Stock
$23.95
Our indestructible books are perfect for your infant classroom because they are soft and paper-like, yet waterproof, tear-resistant, and dishwasher and washing machine washable! . The vivid artwork doesn't need words to keep the child's interest. Each book is designed to encourage conversation about the pictures. These titles by Kaaren Pixton will delight children everywhere.
You and Me - Board Book
Item: 301189
Status: In Stock
$8.99
$7.00
2 years & up. This heartwarming celebration of love is designed especially for young children, featuring interactive flaps and sliders that bring every page to life. With a simple push or pull, children can move the bear back and forth, creating delightful motion that adds excitement to each scene. Perfect for parents, caregivers, and the young children they cherish, this engaging book combines playful interaction with a sweet message of affection, making it a joyful read for snuggly moments and everyday bonding. 12 pages.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Set
Item: 85262
Status: In Stock
$24.95
Toddlers and twos will enjoy the book about the Very Hungry Caterpillar and how he eats through all the different vegetables. Allow the children to hold the plush caterpillar as you read the book together.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Plush
Item: 85261
Status: In Stock
$15.95
Birth & up. The Very Hungry Caterpillar is soft and plush and machine washable. Meets all the regulations necessary for young children to enjoy as they are listening to one of their favorite stories being read. Engages in tactile play with the various textured components. Measures 10" long.
All About Animals Bilingual Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 73491
Status: In Stock
$24.95
Birth & up. Using beautiful real pictures and a question-answer format, this series introduces young children to animals, where they live and what they like to do. Simple sentences reinforce future language structure and reading skills. Bilingual board books. 14 pages each.
Animals to Count - Board Book
Item: 36745
Status: In Stock
$5.99
$4.00
Birth & up. Children will build number recognition and counting skills through lively illustrations of animals. From counting 1-10 to first words and more.
Henry and Mudge in Puddle Trouble - Paperback
Item: 36612
Status: In Stock
$4.99
$3.00
5 years & up.  Henry and his lovable 180-pound dog, Mudge, are the best of friends, and with the arrival of spring comes plenty of muddy adventures and puddle-filled fun. Together, the pair explores the sights and sounds of the changing season, turning rainy days into exciting opportunities for play, discovery, and friendship.
From Caterpillar to Butterfly - Paperback
Item: 36714
Status: In Stock
$8.99
$6.00
4 years & up. Children will be fascinated as they observe the lifecycle of a caterpillar firsthand in this engaging early learning story. From eating and growing to transforming into a beautiful Painted Lady butterfly, young learnings are introduced to important science concepts through observation, curiosity, and hands-on discovery.
Knots on a Counting Rope Paperback Book
Item: 81823
Status: In Stock
$9.99
$6.00
By the warmth of a campfire beneath a starry night sky, a Navajo youth named Boy-Strength-of-Blue-Horses listens to the tale of his birth from his grandfather. Although blind, the boy learns that he has the strength to cope with his condition and meet any challenge that comes his way.
Hand Puppet Books
Item: 87837P
Status: In Stock
$13.99 - $29.95
3 months & up. Soft and textured finger puppets and simple rhyming stories will bring giggles to babies and toddlers alike. Babies can focus on the bright colors, tactile exploration, and pointing out images. Toddlers will start looking at pictures and text and build listening and language skills.
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