Acceptance of diversity encourages children to appreciate and respect differences in others. Our multi-ethnic foods, cultural clothing, inclusion equipment, dolls and puppets represent many cultures and ethnicities.
18 months & up. This set of five multicultural vests offers a collection of patterns and materials from around the world. Around the age of two, children begin to notice differences such as gender and hair color. This is an opportune time to share examples of diversity in an effort to teach children to respect, accept, and celebrate diversity. Acceptance of these differences helps children realize we are all humans despite what we wear, how we talk, and our physical traits.
2 years & up. Puppets are a great way for children of all ages to learn about diversity through interaction and play. This set of eight puppets represents four ethnic groups of children with aspects of their culture represented in their clothing designs. Surface washable.
2 years & up. Pleasantly plump diapered baby dolls have moveable arms, legs, and a head that turns. Each chubby doll is dressed in a washable, pull-on diaper. Children can take these washable dolls to the pool or in the bath. Babies are 10" tall. Please note: dolls each have their own unique eye colors and facial expressions and doll received may differ from the doll shown.
18 months & up. Beautifully detailed dolls with lifelike features, soft bodies and easy-to-dress outfits make these dolls a child's favorite. With cute outfits and adorable expressions, these soft, cuddly baby dolls are perfect for little ones to love, feed and sing to sleep. Ethnic dolls include African American, Caucasian Asian, and Hispanic. Outfits may vary. Dolls are 16" long.
3 years & up. Food is a wonderful way to bring people together and introduce new cultures. Help bring diversity to the meal time discussion in your home and in the classroom with this realistic looking pretend play food set. These sets feature a variety of popular foods that are colorfully captivating and life-size for an extra real-life feel. Children will have fun pretending to prepare and serve the meals as they learn about and discuss the culture they came from. All pieces are made from… More »
2 years & up. Pleasantly plump diapered baby dolls have moveable arms, legs, and a head that turns. Each chubby doll is dressed in a washable and reusable diaper featuring Velcro® tabs. Children can take these washable dolls to the pool or in the bath. Babies are 14" tall. Please note: dolls each have their own unique eye colors and facial expressions and doll received may differ from the doll shown.
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: postman, policeman, doctor, vet, fireman, chef, farmer, and construction worker.
3 years & up. Introduce children to the different types of foods from around the world with our international foods. Kids build cultural pride and awareness as they serve up our multicultural play foods. We've included authentic-looking foods made of super-durable safe vinyl. Set includes: 1 serving of cashew chicken, 1 serving of beef and snow peas, 3 different sushi, 1 mound of white rice, and 2 egg rolls.
2 years & up. Come join the fun as you learn with the Kaplan Kids. Add excitement to circle time, storytelling, language lessons and more. Our adorable puppets have their own personalities plus they include diversity and inclusion. Each puppet is 14" long with a working mouth, and moveable arms and legs. They have permanently stitched features and are made of soft plush durable polyester that is easy to clean and maintain.
3 - 5 years. Fabric designs from Latin America, Asia, North America, and Africa enrich these comfortable easy-on, easy-off dressing vests. The set of 4 vests features buttons, zippers, snaps, and hook-and-loop closures to help children develop their fine motor and dressing skills. Machine washable.
18 months & up. The large plastic models can be used as a block play prop, a model for making replicas out of blocks or clay and exploring the global world around us. Set of eight famous landmarks from all around the world. Includes: Great Wall of China, Colosseum, Taj Mahal, Mount Rushmore, Sphinx, Moai on Easter Island, Arc de Triomphe in Paris and Temple of Inscriptions. Taj Mahal measures 3 3/4"W x 3 1/4"H.
3 years & up. Build self-esteem and an understanding of special needs in students of all abilities with this cane and seeing eye dog set. Equipment fits 16" Dolls. Doll not included.
3 years & up. Build self-esteem and an understanding of special needs in students of all abilities with this leg brace and crutches set. Equipment fits 16" Dolls. Doll not included.
3 years & up. Adorable, smiling dolls emphasize the beauty found in cultural differences. Vinyl dolls have realistic features and hair. All have moveable arms, legs and heads. Clothes may vary in style.
3 years & up. Add to the community theme in your dramatic play center with these dramatic play materials! Children will enjoy interacting with various community helpers and corresponding accessories in these 6 familiar community locations. The recognizable graphics invite children into the market, restaurant, airport, office, school, and hospital to role-play with the corresponding community helpers. People measure 2 1/4" - 3" high.
3 years & up. Attractive set of family puppets include Mother, Father, Sister and Brother. Features real working mouths to encourage self-expression and build language skills. They have permanently sewn on clothes, made of polyester and can be spot cleaned. Adult measures 10" high.
3 years & up. These wonderful puppets represent familiar community helpers and diversity. Set of six includes a doctor, business woman, teacher, gardener, firefighter, and boat captain. Encourages young children to use their imagination and practice storytelling skills.
3 years & up. Attractive set of family puppets include Mother, Father, Sister and Brother. Features real working mouths to encourage self-expression and build language skills. They have permanently sewn on clothes, made of polyester and can be spot cleaned. Adult measures 10" high.
3 years & up. Attractive set of family puppets include Mother, Father, Sister and Brother. Features real working mouths to encourage self-expression and build language skills. They have permanently sewn on clothes, made of polyester and can be spot cleaned. Adult measures 10" high.
3 - 5 years. Encourage independence by allowing children to practice dressing skills in the dramatic play center with these soft and authentic dress-up costumes that feature pullover tunics and hook-and-loop closures. You can enhance the dramatic play experience and celebrate diversity with students by adding books, food, music, and props that share the history of each culture. These machine-washable costumes are 100% polyester, with the exception of the Indian and Russian costumes, which are 10% cotton/90% polyester.
