Curriculum

This manual provides caregivers of infants and toddlers knowledge about the creating and implementation of loving, playful, developmentally appropriate experiences for infants and toddlers. ISBN 978-088076-794-1.

Grounded in solid research, that supports high ratings on quality environment rating tools. This comprehensive thematic curriculum from the developers of the ECERS-R™ is complete with a two volume teacher's guide, weekly posters and resource manipulative set. Teachers are given specific guidance on how to set up, manage and individualize their classroom environment within 18 thought provoking engaging thematic units. Used as a stand-alone or a supplemental curriculum for preschool age children.

This comprehensive two volume curriculum set, designed for all preschoolers was written by Debby Cryer, a leading expert in the field of early childhood and one of the authors of the Environment Rating Scales; and Cathy Riley, one of the authors of the All About ECERS-R™ and an expert team of five other authors in the early childhood field. Meets the standards of ECERS-R™ with more than 650 pages, with over 600 illustrative photographs and curriculum plans. Based on many years of developmental… More »

Let's get active! With this diverse set of activity equipment, the games and adventures are endless. The hand pump and needle set are perfect for insuring your multicolored and numbered playground balls never fall flat. The multicolored flying bean bags make even the simplest game of catch more exciting. Finishing out the set are the 9" multicolored sports circles. These are best to be used on non-skid surfaces and are ideal for bases in a game of T-ball or teaching "personal space".… More »

Me and My Baby Lesson Plan & DVD Set

Learning to read is one of the major milestones in a child's life, and it's one that parents worry about. This guide gives parents information on how to support their child on his or her reading journey. Now parents of children, aged three to five years old, have the power to ensure their child becomes a successful reader. Available in English and Spanish. Set of 20 guides.

Using a multisensory, strength based approach the Learn Every Day® and Nemours® Reading BrightStart! Super Set combines the effectiveness of two highly regarded early childhood programs into an economical must have resource! Covering all domains of learning, with an additional focus on emergent literacy skills the LED/NBS super set is appropriate for full day or half day programs. Super Set includes: Learn Every Day® The Preschool Curriculum, 2nd Edition (4-volume set), Nemours®… More »

3 years & up. Each book in the set represents a variety of formats from popular fictional stories to informative, content specific books that develop language, vocabulary and comprehension skills. Perfect for providing read aloud experiences to children whose native language is Spanish.Includes best practices guide for instructional support. Note: Each book in this set was selected to enhance the lessons provide in both Nemours® Reading BrightStart! programs. The set can also be used in any classroom.

3 years & up. As a supplement to the Language and Literacy Skills Resource Kit (item #63058), these Spanish materials will support inclusion of the Spanish speakers in the classroom. Includes: Magnetic Spanish Learning Letters and Spanish Alphabet and Picture Word Cards.

The Farm Lesson Plan & DVD Set

This comprehensive kit contains a variety of learning materials that will engage toddlers and offer growth and development in the areas of fine motor, blocks, gross motor, cognition, music, and dramatic play. Activity card(s) included. Contents may vary.

3 years & up. The hands-on exploratory nature of studies in the classroom taps into children's natural curiosity, resulting in a learning environment that is both fun and intentional. This Physical Development Kit offers a wide range of tools and materials to support and encourage children's gross motor skills and abilities. Kit includes: 6 Jump Ropes, 6 Cones, Basketball, Football, Soccer Ball, 7" Playground Ball, 10" Playground Ball, 13" Playground Ball, Sports Ball Bag, 2 Hand… More »

3 years & up. The hands-on exploratory nature of studies in the classroom taps into children's natural curiosity, resulting in a learning environment that is both fun and intentional. This Mathematics Skills Kit offers a wide range of tools and materials to support and encourage growth and exploration across math concepts. Kit includes: 200 Pieces Round Math Counters Tub, Balance Scale, Pattern Blocks & Boards, Measuring Cups, Measuring Spoons, Wooden Geometric Solids, 10 Measuring Tapes,… More »

This kit for toddlers and twos features a variety of materials for provoking open-ended art explorations. Open ended art experiences enrich creativity while developing fine motor strength. When art is presented as a child-guided activity, young learners will improve their decision making skills, build confidence, and lay the foundation for personal accountability. This kit provides multiple mediums, including crayons, paint, and markers, that encourage children to express themselves and explore… More »

3 years & up. The hands-on exploratory nature of studies in the classroom taps into children's natural curiosity, resulting in a learning environment that is both fun and intentional. This Social-Emotional Learning Kit offers a wide range of tools and materials to support and encourage rich dialogue about feelings and self. Kit includes: 12 Emotion Stones, Know Your Emotions Book Set (4 Books), Photo Display, and 2 Emotion Mirrors.

3 years & up. The hands-on exploratory nature of studies in the classroom taps into children's natural curiosity, resulting in a learning environment that is both fun and intentional. This Language and Literary Skills Kit offers a wide range of tools and materials to support and encourage children in meaningful interactions with print and language. Contents may vary.

3 years & up. The hands-on exploratory nature of studies in the classroom taps into children's natural curiosity, resulting in a learning environment that is both fun and intentional. This Investigations Kit offers a wide range of tools and materials to support and encourage these in-depth investigations. Kit includes: 20 Child-sized clipboards, Tripod Magnifier, 6 Magnifying Glasses, 6 Binoculars, 6 Magnetic Wands, 10 Measuring Tapes, 6 Sorting Hoops, "Comparing Materials" book set… More »

Children have the opportunity to engage in a variety of learning experiences while engaging with the materials offered in this comprehensive kit. This kit offers puzzles, balls, links, plush items, stackers, and sorting activities to inspire active learning in all areas of development. This kit will help strengthen: fine motor development, early math skills, gross motor development, eye-hand coordination, and cognitive skills.

The Nature Walk Lesson Plan & DVD Set

Birth - 3 years. These kits offer a rich combination of engaging stories and interactive puppets that involve children and early educators in meaningful literary experiences. The vivid, textured, and inviting books, along with plush and friendly puppets, support early literacy skills and facilitate bonding experiences. Three configurations available: Infants, Twos (Set 1), Twos (Set 2). Please note: components may change occasionally due to availability. We will only substitute developmentally appropriate… More »

This kit for toddlers and twos features a variety of materials for exploring music and encouraging movement. Music and movement activities provide a wonderful foundation for all early learning environments. Young learners respond to the rhythm and flow of music in both creative and cognitive ways. This kit incorporates a variety of instruments to provide a wide range of musical experiences. Please note: components may change occasionally due to availability. Music and movement activities can be… More »

Sand and Water play is a wonderful way to incorporate multiple concepts into hands-on learning. Open-ended, child-guided sand and water play engages children in a sensory, social, mathematical, scientific, and imaginative experience. This kit includes materials to measure, scoop®, sink, float, sift, pump, and spray for endless interaction and ideas.

Birth - 3 years. Each kit represents just a sample of what is developmentally appropriate in an infant or toddler classroom. For example, not all recommended categories of toys and materials are included, and there are no duplicates. There are also no "consumables." Children grow and change on a daily basis. They benefit from a broad range of toys, materials, and equipment that match their growing abilities and interests.

Birth - 3 years. These kits are filled with a variety of engaging materials specifically selected to meet the developmental needs of early learners while creating a literacy-rich environment. Three configurations available: Young Infants; Mobile Infants and Toddlers; Twos. Please note: components may change occasionally due to availability. We will only substitute developmentally appropriate items for the purpose for which they were intended.