Celebrate diversity in the classroom with this 12-piece poster set! The 11" x 17" posters represent people of all ages and cultures from around the world.
4 years & up. Explore tasty traditions from all around the world through this engaging and inclusive book set. From diverse breakfasts and teatime, to Chinese and Native American cooking traditions, children will love learning all about global food customs! You can even bring the multicultural lessons in these books to life in your home or classroom by encouraging children to create their own tasty treats using the recipes found in these books. Set of 4. Hardback.
12 months & up. Children will learn about the value of diversity as they see people who are the same and different than them. Unique illustrations and fun photographs reinforce learning.
Birth & up. A unique puppet set to help children understand differences in all of us! Features puppets with special needs: a boy with hearing impairment, a girl with a facial mark, a ballerina with a prosthetic foot, a boy with vision impairment, a girl in a wheelchair, a child in a hospital gown, and a boy with glasses. Lesson tips are included with the set. Machine washable. Measures 11.5"H x 7.5"W. Made in the USA.
12 months & up. A basket full of babies, these dolls are full of fun! This set of six multicultural babies features removable sack dresses, adorable faces and soft bodies for hugging. Comes in a plush basket for carrying around or as a fill and spill activity. Stimulate senses with plush fabrics and fine motor skills by dressing babies. Each doll is 10" tall. Machine Washable - put in pillow case or like product when washing.
This set features 12 posters showing children and their families. The 11" x 17" images are perfect for children to identify with families like their own and families of others.
This set features 12 posters showing children and their friends experiencing a variety of activites. The 11" x 17" images are perfect for children to identify moments they have spent with friends.
Birth & up. Encourage your children to expand their imagination with these diverse, friendly companions. The Cuddly Playdate Friends promote fine motor skills, social-emotional development, and dramatic play. These friends are a perfect addition to any interactive storytime. Each soft, huggable doll comes with their own little animal friend, a removable two-piece outfit, and shoes. The material is washable and dryable on low heat. For an extra activity have children point out the color of the… More »
Draw pictures of friends, relatives, and children from around the world with 8 colors: mahogany, apricot, peach, burnt sienna, sepia, tan, black, and white. Large crayons. 8 per box. 10 boxes.
Birth & up. Beautiful, touching images in books showing relationships between animals and people; how similarly we develop and how much we need each other.
This helpful teacher resource will guide you through creating an equitable environment for children ages 3 - 5. This book features a variety of topics that will help support conversations about identity, bias and preschool environment. Paperback. 160 pages.
In this resource book teachers will be able to evaluate bias within the classroom, learn how to have navigate different conversations with children and their families, and learn how to implement new policies to create a fair and equal environment. This book will help teachers, new and experienced, commit to making their classroom a more inclusive place for all children. Teachers will also be able to strengthen their teaching strategies, expand their curriculum and evaluate their classroom environment… More »
The Power of Presence: A Guide to Mindfulness Practices in Early Childhood offers insight and information to help you transform your teaching by learning how to pause, notice your surroundings, and simply be. Learn ways to spark joy, elevate well-being, and promote a deeper sense of inquiry, both personally and with others-young and old. Learn ways to consciously plant seeds of mindfulness at home, in the classroom, and around the world. Paperback. 112 pages.
This book tells the story of Katherine Johnson, an African-American woman who worked as a mathematician for NASA. During the space race Katherine helped Apollo 13 return home safely from space. Hardcover. 40 pages.
Birth & up. Cuddly and baby-safe, these 12"soft-body dolls help develop pretend play, motor skills, and hand-eye coordination while encouraging early explorations of sight, sound, and touch. Featuring a star-shaped rattle in one hand and engaging sensor-inspired materials in the other, these dolls bring diversity to dramatic play, creating rich and inclusive play experiences for all young children. Surface washable. Available individually or in a set of 4.
Shake to find your rhythm and express your musical talents! This pair of durable Maracas feature an authentic Latin-American sound and made from non-toxic plastic that is safe for children.
The purpose of this course is to prepare early childhood professionals to work effectively with a variety of families. Providing educators with the knowledge and skills needed to interact with culturally diverse families in a manner that is respectful and appropriate. Designed to build educators' cultural competency, including understanding how cultural perspectives influence interactions with families. Equip participants with an awareness and understanding of different cultural groups and provides… More »
Once considered a rare disorder, the most recent study on autism from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 1 in 59 children are living with it. Likely, most of us know someone-a family member, a friend's child, a neighbor, a student-who has been diagnosed. Autism seems to be everywhere, and most of us are left with lots of questions: What is this disorder? What causes it? Is there a cure? Is it becoming more common? What are some strategies for working with a child in… More »
To support language development in young children, teachers must understand the child as well as the developmental process. This knowledge helps teachers enhance children's language skills as well as identify when there is a delay with a child's language development. This course provides an overview of language development for infants, toddlers, and preschool age children. Teachers will learn about typical, delayed and disordered language development as well as what to do when concerns about a child's… More »
According to the Division of Exceptional Children (DEC), "Inclusion is children of all abilities learning, playing, and working together." While this sounds great, teachers and parents may wonder if inclusion is really the best choice for a child. Will the child with disabilities struggle and the child without disabilities fall behind? This course introduces learners to the value of inclusion, steps to creating an inclusive classroom, laws regarding inclusion of children with disabilities,… More »
Once considered a rare disorder, the most recent study on autism from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 1 in 59 children are living with it. Likely, most of us know someone-a family member, a friend's child, a neighbor, a student-who has been diagnosed. Autism seems to be everywhere, and most of us are left with lots of questions: What is this disorder? What causes it? Is there a cure? Is it becoming more common? What are some strategies for working with a child in… More »
12 months & up. Excellent for creative role-play, career, and cultural awareness activities. These 8 puppets have appropriate outfits which illustrate different occupations. Set includes: doctor, chef, fireman, postal worker, construction worker, farmer, veterinarian, and policeman.