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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.

My Best Friends Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 302252
Status: Out of Stock
$59.95
Birth & up. Delight young readers with this engaging set of touch-and-feel board books designed to support early literacy and sensory exploration. Each book features a padded, embrodered character on the cover and unique textured elements throughout, inviting babies to explore through touch while building early connections to books. With cheerfuly rhyming text and lively illustrations, these stories encourage language development, listening skills, and joyful interaction between children and caregivers. Perfectly sized for little hands, these durable books are made to withstand repeated use, making them ideal additions to infant classrooms, childcare centers, and home libraries. Each book includes 10 pages of engaging content. Set of 6 board books.
Big Bright Feelings Paperback Books - Set of 6
Item: 302255
Status: Out of Stock
$53.95
3 years & up. Help young children develop the confidence and resilience they need to thrive with these Big Bright books - a heartwarming collection of books designed to nurture emotional strength from the start. Each beautifully illustrated story follows relatable characters as they face everyday challenges - from making new friends and handling disappointment to trying again after failure. Through gentle storytelling, engaging visuals, and supportive language, young children learn essential skills like problem-solving, self-confidence, perseverance, and emotional regulation.
Understanding Differences Hardcover Books - Set of 3
Item: 301296
Status: In Stock
$59.95
5 years & up. Understanding Differences is the perfect set for neurodivergent children and their peers. This set will help little learners feel seen, understood, and accepted for who they are. Each book offers children a valuable lesson in self-expression, acceptance, and recognizing diverse talents. Children will see themselves reflected in the characters of these durable, hardback books encouraging their self-esteem and sense of belonging.
Eric Carle Paperback Books - Set of 8
Item: 84522
Status: In Stock
$75.95
2 years & up. Introduce more books to your class with this whimsical Eric Carle Paperback Books set. These wonderful stories by well-known author Eric Carle will delight children while encouraging them to explore new concepts. Each book is complete with friendly characters and bright-colored illustrations. Encourage your children to ask questions about vocabulary they're unfamiliar with. Set of 8. Paperback.
You Are Awesome Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 301833
Status: In Stock
$55.95
Birth and up. Teach young children basic character traits with the You Are Awesome book series. Using intriguing photographs and simple but engaging language, this series shows children simple ways to practice virtue in everyday life. The series also explains how treating others well will improve one's own physical and emotional well-being. Simply put, these books will empower children to become better classmates, better playmates, and better friends.
Show Me Bilingual Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 301920
Status: In Stock
$27.95
12 months & up. These bilingual English/ Spanish board books provide a vibrant and engaging look at a child's typical day, highlighting the rich variety of experiences that shape their world. The stories delve into the child's social and emotional journey, capturing interactions with family, friends, and caregivers that help build connections, empathy, and resilience. Every moment depicted in these books contributes to the child's overall growth and development, offering a relatable and heartwarming narrative that resonates with both children and their caregivers. Contents may vary.
Cloth Activity Books - Set of 3
Item: 301561
Status: Out of Stock
$63.95
6 months & up. Discover these engaging interactive books. With their simple text and colorful images these cloth books will bring joy to young infants.
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.
Ann Morris Paperback Books - Set of 4
Item: 302730
Status: In Stock
$37.95
3 years & up. This round-the-world photographic book set introduces young children to the concept of the world's people, the places they live, and how they work and play. Each book tours the globe to develop a strong interest in cultures and ethnic heritage while showing differences in young children.
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.
Best Behavior Paperback Books - Set of 4
Item: 301295
Status: In Stock
$48.95
4 years & up. Your little learner's Best Behavior Book Set will teach social skills foundation in an engaging and relatable format. Author Elizabeth Verdick offers a clear framework for appropriate behavior while building confidence. This paperback set encourages children to develop their social skills as they navigate the world around them. Each book includes end matter with tips and activities for caregivers and educators. Set of 4 paperback books.
After-School Chapter Books - Set of 5
Item: 301645
Status: Out of Stock
$38.95
7 years & up. A dream book set! These titles appeal to a wide range of interests and reading levels. These selections provide a good mix of excitement, intrigue, and heroic journeys, making them perfect for a classroom library to spark the imaginations of young readers. Set of 5
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.
Adventures with Dad Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 302784
Status: Out of 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.
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.
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.
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.
Little Laugh and Learn® Paperback Chapter Books - Set of 5
Item: 302859
Status: In Stock
$54.95
8 years & up. Clear information, helpful advice, playful illustrations, relatable topics, and practical tips, no wonder these books are a hit with young readers. Together, they create a standout collection of self-help titles that truly make a difference.
Tuffy Books - Set of 4
Item: 301014
Status: In Stock
$36.95
Birth & up. Introduce your infant or toddler to the farm, farm animals, colors and dinosaurs with this set of 4 Tuffy sweetly illustrated books that doubles as a soothing teether. Meet precious animals, farm life, colors and even dinosaurs! Playful illustrations and minimal text make this an ideal first "reading" experience for curious children that offers an array of sensory experiences that strengthen fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and soothes tender gums. BPA free, these books offer a punch out hole for a toy ring for easy transport and entertaining. This durable line of Tuffy books are uniquely made to withstand the traditional wear and tear from teething babies and toddlers, BPA-free, and washable.
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.
Curious Me!™ Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 301773
Status: In Stock
$59.95
Birth & up. The Curious Me!™ books is a captivating 6-book set designed to introduce young children to Letters, Numbers, Animals, Colors, Families, and Feelings. Each book in this engaging series is beautifully illustrated by a different artist, making it a unique and collectible addition to any child's library. These board books are crafted to support early literacy development through rich vocabulary, engaging text, and vibrant artistic visuals. Perfect for sparking curiosity and learning, the Curious Me! series provides a fun and educational experience for young readers.
Multicultural Book Set with CD or QR Code - Set of 3
Item: 301795
Status: In Stock
$41.95
3 years & up. Each book, paired with its CD or QR Code for listening, provides an immersive experience that combines storytelling with audio elements, helping children engage more deeply with the material. The set is designed not only to entertain but also to educate young readers about the rich diversity of cultures, fostering empathy and broader worldviews. Set of 3.
Rhythm and Rhyme Book & CDs - Set of 8
Item: 300902
Status: In Stock
$87.95
3 years & up. Take your little one back in time with the Rhythm and Rhyme Soft Cover Set! This set comes with eight classic nursery rhymes that are perfect for storytime with your little learner and may even bring back fond memories of your childhood. The rhymes will also foster important early language development skills such as vocabulary, rhythm, and pronunciation.