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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.

Adventures with Dad Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 302784
Status: In Stock
$34.95
6 months & up. These dad books are filled with heartwarming tales that celebrate everything dads do - from big bear hugs that chase away fears to bedtime stories that spark imagination. Inside, you'll find stories of dads who fix broken toys with love, cook the best meals, cheer the loudest, and offer quiet comfort when it's needed most. Each story highlights the unique and irreplaceable role dads play in a child's life - whether they're being silly, strong, wise, or wonderfully supportive.
Pout-Pout Fish Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 302824
Status: In Stock
$36.95
36 months & up. Bring big smiles (and giggles!) into your classroom with this 4-book set of Pout-Pout Fish adventures. Perfect for group time or small group reading, these lively stories follow everyone's favorite fishy friend as he learns about friendship, problem-solving, and exploring the world with curiosity.  With rhythmic, read-aloud text and engaging illustrations, each book encourages language development, social-emotional learning, and a love of storytelling. Educators will love the opportunities for discussion, while children delight in Pout-Pout fish's silly antics and heartwarming lessons.
Eric Carle Books & CDs - Set of 5
Item: 303380
Status: In Stock
$56.95
3 years & up. Perfect for classroom read-alouds, listening centers, or independent exploration, the audio component reinforces fluency and pronunciation while allowing children to follow along with the story. Ideal for preschool and early elementary settings, this set encourages language development, creativity, and meaningful connections to storytelling. A versatile addition to any early childhood curriculum, it supports auditory and visual learners while fostering confidence and enthusiasm for reading.
I See You Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 303341
Status: In Stock
$59.94
12 months & up. Children thrive when they are seen and loved for who they are right now. This series of fun-to-read books offers a wonderful way for adults to recognize and affirm the growth of toddlers, both physically and emotionally. Each book focuses on a single toddler and explores their daily routine over a few hours, highlighting themes such as emotions, resilience, kindness, curiosity, physical development, and self-expression. Through engaging stories and relatable scenarios, these books provide a heartfelt look at the journey of growing up, helping both toddlers and adults appreciate and support each step of this exciting developmental stage.
Toddler Tools® Box Set Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 303342
Status: In Stock
$49.99
12 months & up. This six-book set from the Toddler Tools® series helps support early childhood development by guiding toddlers through everyday routines and transitions, including naptime, drop-off at child care, and managing big emotions after a tantrum. Featuring bright, full-color illustrations, gentle rhythmic text, and practical tips for parents and educators, each book encourages positive routines and social-emotional learning. Perfect for reading before or during challenging moments, these sturdy board books help young children build confidence, self-regulation, emotional awareness, and a strong sense of security and connection.
Best Behavior® Box Set Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 303343
Status: In Stock
$49.99
12 months & up. The toddler years are filled with exciting growth, joyful moments, and new discoveries, but they can also bring challenging behaviors such as hitting, kicking, tantrums, yelling, and other impulsive actions. Designed for children ages 1-4, this six-book board book set supports early childhood development by helping toddlers understand emotions, build self-awareness, and learn positive behavior skills. With simple, age-appropriate language, bright full-color illustrations, and encouraging messages, these books make social-emotional learning engaging and accessible for young children. Ideal for parents, grandparents, caregivers, and educators, each book also includes practical tips and activities to support positive guidance and early learning at home or in the classroom.
Happy Healthy Baby® Bilingual Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 303339
Status: In Stock
$47.94
Birth & up. With lively rhythms, colorful photos, and engaging illustrations, these books capture the everyday moments and emotions of a baby's day while keeping little ones interested and entertained. As babies share these stories with loved ones, they begin to develop feelings of love, security, and confidence.
Discover and Learn STEAM Books - Set of 4
Item: 303251
Status: In Stock
$66.95
3 years & up. Spark curiosity and early problem-solving skills with this book set, specially selected for preschool learners. Through playful stories and colorful illustrations, children are introduced to the foundational concepts of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math in ways that are easy to understand and fun to explore. Each book encourages young learners to ask questions, observe the world around them, and think creatively as they begin building the skills that support lifelong learning. These books connect everyday experiences to basic STEAM concepts. From exploring how things work to discovering patterns, shapes, and creative expression, the stories help children develop curiosity, critical thinking, and imagination. The approachable language and engaging visuals make complex ideas accessible while supporting vocabulary development and early literacy.
Mini Mindful Moments Board Books - Set of 3
Item: 303252
Status: Only 5 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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Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Calico Cat and Board Book
Item: 303146
Status: In Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Calico Cat and matching Warmies® Board Book, "A Calico Cat Nap". Simply warm the plush cat in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Cat measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
We Find Feelings Clues Paperback Books - Set of 6
Item: 303101
Status: In Stock
$83.94
3 years & up. Help children identify different feelings with this engaging We Find Feelings Clues Complete Series 6-Book Set. Through relatable stores and guided exploration, children learn how to identify, understand, and manage their emotions by noticing cludes from their bodies, facial expressions, and past experiences. Each book follows a child using observation and reflection to uncover emotional clues, empowering children to name their feelings and discover healthy ways to cope when emotions feel overwhelming. Perfect for classrooms, reading centers, or home libraries, this set supports meaningful conversations, builds vocabulary, and encourages self-regulation through engaging storytelling.
Comfort Care Books - Supporting Children Through Grief and Loss - Set of 5
Item: 302956
Status: In Stock
$65.95
3 years & up. This set of five thoughtfully selected children's books provides gentle, age-appropriate ways to talk about grief, loss, and big emotions in the classroom. Each story offers comforting language, relatable characters, and clear themes that help young children understand difficult experiences, from the loss of a family member or pet to changes in their lives. For early childhood educators, counselors, and classroom libraries, these books open the door to meaningful conversations, emotional expression, and healing. Use them during read-alouds, small-group time, or one-on-one support to help children feel seen, safe, and understood.
Dig, Dump, and Build Board Books - Set of 3
Item: 302951
Status: In Stock
$26.95
2 years & up. Books about demolition, roadwork, and vehicles offer valuable learning experiences that promote STEM education, vocabulary development, spatial awareness, problem-solving skills, safety awareness, imagination, and creativity. They engage young children in the exciting world of construction while fostering a love of learning and exploration.There is a lot of excitement watching a construction site, driving big rigs, tearing down buildings and building roads.
Little Wonders Board Books - Set of 5
Item: 303814
Status: Out of Stock
$49.95
12 months & up. Each book introduces young children to a different aspect of the world through simple facts, coloful illustrations, and age-appropriate language. Designed to build early vocabulary and background knowledge, these sturdy books encourage observation, conversation, and exploration while supporting language development and early literacy skills.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Capybara and Board Book
Item: 303149
Status: Out of Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Capybara and matching Warmies® Board Book, "Who Am I?" Simply warm the plush capybara in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Capybara measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Goat and Board Book
Item: 303148
Status: Out of Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Goat and matching Warmies® Board Book, "The Greatest Goat of All Time". Simply warm the plush goat in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Goat measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Golden Dog and Board Book
Item: 303147
Status: Out of Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Dog and matching Warmies® Board Book, "Golden Dog's Magical Adventure". Simply warm the plush dog in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Dog measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
Ditty Bird Black & White and Touch Colors Sound Books - Set of 2
Item: 302902
Status: Out of Stock
$39.95
12 months & up. Bundled exclusively by Ditty Bird for customers at Kaplan Early Learning, these musical books are sure to brighten any day! In the Black and White Animal Sounds book, follow Ditty Bird on musical adventures with 6 high-contrast images and 6 lovable animal sounds. In the Touch the Colors sound book, explore 5 colorful illustrations paired with real-life sounds and 5 sensory elements, like a shiny red firetruck, a fluffy yellow canary, or a rough green tractor. These touch-and-feel elements encourage sensory exploration, support fine motor development, and help children connect what they see, hear, and feel. Each book features a new volume control, improved speaker quality, and a fast, rechargeable USB-C battery providing up to 9 hours of playtime. Please note: USB-C cable not included.
Peas Series Paperback Books & CDs - Set of 4
Item: 302900
Status: Out of Stock
$39.96
4 years & up.  Bring joy and excitement to your classroom with this lively collection of books and read-along CDs. Featuring engaging stories, cheerful illustrations, and clear narration, this set introduces children to the alphabet, numbers, colors, and yearly celebrations in a fun, interactive way.  Each book is designed to support early literacy, listening skills, and vocabulary development, while the accompanying CDs encourage children to follow along, recognize words, and build reading confidence. The vibrant, colorful pages capture attention, making learning a delightful experience for young learners. Perfect for whole or small group time, literacy centers, or at-home family engagement, this set gives teachers and caregivers a versatile resource to reinforce foundational skills. All titles ready by Stanley Tucci.