4 years & up. In a retelling of the classic French folktale especially suited to beginning readers, a clever vagabond tricks an old woman into believing he can make soup from a stone. Paperback. 32 pages.
4 - 7 years. Whether families live in modern cities or remote villages, they share many of the same joys and challenges. Vibrant photos and engaging text depict children in many countries as they live, eat, play, work, and learn with members of their families in this celebration of diversity and of the human family. Paperback.
7 years & up. One night, Rosalinda is awakened by a noise in the garden. When she and her pet hen, Blanca, investigate, they see a man leaving with a large sack-full of fruit from Rosalinda's beloved lemon tree. Set in the Mexican countryside, Under the Lemon Moon shines with the light of generosity and forgiveness. The gentle story and glowing illustrations make this tale perfect for sharing with young readers who are discovering how it feels to receive and give gifts. Paperback. 32 pages.
Tilo is designed to meet the demands of preschools and daycare centers. Low profile accommodates children of any skill level. Wrap around seat, made of weather-resistant polyethylene, gives riders added comfort and support. Tilo features thermo-plastic rubber handle grips, solid polyurethane tires, and steel ball bearings, allowing for a smooth and safe ride.
4 years & up. Star the starling wants to sing all by himself so that everyone will look at his beautiful feathers but when a hawk comes hunting, Star discovers that there's more strength and power in community than in being alone. This thrilling original fable about why starlings flock in murmurations and why their wings have speckles. 32 pages.
4 - 7 years. When Stick rescues Stone from a prickly situation with a Pinecone, a friendship is born. But when Stick gets stuck, can Stone return the favor? With simple rhyming text, subtle messages of kindness and compassion, this delightful story about making and helping friends will enchant readers young and old because it's never too early--or too late--to stick up for your friends. Hardcover. 48 pages.
Grades K - 5. Reinforcement at home is proven to speed up a child's learning. These home literacy cards are great to use during parent conferences and can be used with any children's book. Once parents understand the fluency strategies that will help their children read, learning can be extended beyond the classroom. Each card is 5.5" X 9.75." Pack of 10. English.
3 years & up. "I'm grim and grumpy," says Small to Large, "and I don't think you love me at all." But nothing could be further from the truth--and Large knows just how to reassure Small in this warm and tender story about a child's biggest worry and a parent's endless capacity for love. Board book. 24 pages.
PowerClix® Solids have colorful, solid translucent plastics and geometric shapes that allow for open-ended, creativity-inspiring constructions. In keeping with STEM toy attributes, PowerClix® magnetic building toys encourage children to think like engineers while having fun. Created for the younger boys and girls, both 2D and 3D forms may be built by distilling the structures down to simple solid geometric shapes, furthering their understanding of how mass and volume are used to model an… More »
5 years & up. Combine arts and reading with this descriptive To Be an Artist Creative Book for Arts Around the World. This wonderful book displays painting, music, dance, and other art forms from around the world. Children will enjoy learning about how others celebrate and engage in art. This book is complete with beautiful photographs and simple, inspiring texts. Encourage children to ask questions about vocabulary words they're unfamiliar with. Paperback.
3 years & up. One winter morning, Lina wakes up to silence. It's the sound of snow! The kind that looks soft and glows bright in the winter sun. But as she walks to her grandmother's house to help make the family recipe for warak enab, she continues to listen. As Lina walks past snowmen and across icy sidewalks, she discovers ten ways to pay attention to what might have otherwise gone unnoticed.
2 years & up. A belly-laugh picture book with a smidgeon of pigeon! When the bus driver goes away Pigeon comes to play. Children will love deciding the fate of this crazy little bird that thinks he can drive. Each hilarious scenario is full of the over-the-top pleads and wheedles of Pigeon as he throws toddler-sized tantrums. What a fun way to learn about human behavior and how to deal with not getting your way. Written and illustrated by the much-loved Mo Willems. Hardcover. 40 pages. Dimensions: 9" x 9"
Grades K - 3. Teach counting, sorting, place value, and grouping with this heavy-duty chart. Includes a set of 20 double-sided number cards, 3 double-sided title cards, 200 blue plastic counting straws, pockets to store everything, and an activity guide. Measures 13"W x 18"H.
3 years & up. Non-roll away weighted ball offers a flexible chair for increased focus and improved performance. Reduces fidgeting and increases concentration with an original weighting feature that prevents the ball from rolling, keeping it in place when not in use. Builds core strength and a healthy posture, and keeps the mind engaged as the constant ball movements increase blood flow to the brain. Anti-burst, slip-resistant high-quality material. Safety tested and latex free. Includes pump,… More »
3 years & up. Mama's Milk offers age-appropriate information to discuss the natural bond between mammal moms and their babies. Beautifully illustrated and tenderly written about humans and animals feeding their young. Also includes fascinating nursing facts about some animals. Hardcover. 32 pages.
3 years & up. Washable Liquid Watercolor in an 8 oz. bottle has a convenient flip-top cap for easy dispensing. Non-Toxic and AP certified. Made in the USA.
4 years & up. The hunt is on! Customize your maze, then program the mouse to find the cheese. The inventive possibilities are endless. It's the perfect introduction to the concepts of coding, early engineering, step programming, and critical thinking. This deluxe science set includes 16 pieces to create a 20" x 20" maze board, 25 wall tiles to create paths that are straightforward, winding, and everything between, and sequence cards to plot your way to the cheese while tracking every… More »
3 years & up. Through vivid illustrations and simple, inquiry-based text, children are introduced to a variety of animals such as hares, ducks, foxes, and deer. By examining the tracks they leave behind in the snow. Each page prompts observation, prediction, and critical thinking as readers guess which animal made each set of footprints before discovering the answer.
4 years & up. This brightly colored and easy to use 5-in-1 measuring tool will be your new classroom favorite. Children can work together or individually to learn basic math concepts such as measuring distance, depth, height and width. Children will have hours of fun as the use the tool to measure anything outdoors! The easy to take a part tool includes two caliper jaws, one trundle wheel with bird footprint tread, one handle/base, one measuring stick (centimeters and inches shown), one colorful… More »
3 years & up. Follow seven forest animals ranging from a small, resourceful mouse to a towering moose as they adapt to a powerful winter snowstorm. Over the course of a week, the snowfall steadily deepens, eventually rising higher and higher until even the moose's antlers are nearly buried. Each day builds upon the last, creating a clear, cumulative structure that helps young readers track changes over time while strengthening sequencing and counting skills. As the story transitions into… More »
Encourage creativity and early writing development with this thoughtfully designed indoor mark making station. Perfectly sized for young learners, its low height allows children to sit comfortably on the floor while still having access to a stable, hard surface -ideal for drawing, doodling, and developing early writing skills. Whether they're exploring patterns, shapes, or forming letters, this area supports the development of fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and self-expression through… More »
3 years & up. We see a city where people are bridges to each other and children sing poetry in two languages. A family frolic in the snow reminds the poet of the iguanas playing by his grandmother's house in Mexico. We are dazzled by the promise of seedling redwoods and all children growing to be the ancestors of tomorrow.
6 - 9 years. The Bicycle Man lends bikes to the neighborhood kids for free, and Lawrence and Brady ride them all summer long. But when a new kid takes advantage of the Bicycle Man, Lawrence and Brady discover that there's one thing that the Man likes more than bikes--kids. Paperback. 48 pages.
7 years & up. With gripping--and TRUE--stories of incredible adventures, Rock Stars! takes readers on three amazing journeys of ultimate survival. From New York's Central Park to the towering Himalaya, no peak is too high for these extreme rock climbers! Perfect for all readers who love exciting, real-life, adrenaline-fueled tales that will have you on the edge of your seat. Paperback. 112 pages.