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Early Literacy

Bring energy to literacy learning with early literacy materials that support phonics, reading, writing, word building, and sentence development. Kaplan’s elementary selection includes reading aids, literacy tools, family resources, and hands-on activities designed to help children build fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, confidence, and foundational skills at different reading and writing levels.

Mobile Flip Chart Writing Easel and Magnetic Dry-Erase Board
Item: 70219
Status: In Stock
$645.95
$399.95
This sturdy, metal framed easel features a magnetic dry-erase board, two big book and marker trays, three rings to hold pocket charts or flip charts, and a shelf to store extra supplies. Also features 2" locking casters. Measures Measures 30.1"W x 61.25"H x 30.1"D. Assembly required.
Alive Studios Back to School Readiness Zoo Crew Pack
Item: 34610
Status: In Stock
$64.95
4 years & up. Literacy and Math with Zoo Animals. This exciting set will provide your kindergartener with plenty of entertaining educational options when learning about the 26 letters of the alphabet and numbers 0 through 20. An 8-count pack of crayons and a finger fidget are also included to make learning more hands on. A safari animal puppet is also included. Activity card(s) included.
Mobile Teacher's Easel
Item: 301354
Status: In Stock
$479.95
Take learning anywhere with the Mobile Teachers Easel. This easel's locking casters make it possible for lessons and activities to happen anywhere teachers or children see fit. Magnetic write-on/wipe-off boards on both sides permit activities where more than one person can participate, and a storage tray enables teachers to easily transport needed materials and find a place for them when activities are done. Easel measures 30.78"W x 51.81"H x 26.04"D. 
Nemours® Reading BrightStart! The Complete Program for Early Literacy Success, Level 2
Item: 29962P
Status: In Stock
$324.95 - $1,759.95
The Nemours® Reading BrightStart! Complete Program for Early Literacy Success, Level 2 is an intensive and engaging supplemental curriculum specifically designed to teach foundational reading skills to beginning readers, especially those who are struggling with early literacy concepts. The Level 2 program guides beginning readers towards mastery of foundational reading skills without fear of failure. This exciting program implements Response to Intervention (RTI) in K-1 classrooms and is the perfect solution for Tier Two instruction. The 36-lesson Level Two program includes proven strategies for small-group instruction, to develop: Print Awareness; Letter Knowledge; Phonological Awareness; Phonemic Awareness; Phonics; Developmental Writing; Oral Language; Fluency. Copyright 2012.
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Nemours® Reading BrightStart! A Parent's Guide to Reading Readiness - Set of 20
Item: 29049P
Status: In Stock
$84.95
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.
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Nemours® Reading BrightStart! Milestone Map - Set of 20
Item: 26662P
Status: In Stock
$64.95
This full-color illustrated poster addresses parents' and teachers' concerns about children's reading readiness and progress. Includes milestones and warning signs indicating that children might be at risk for reading challenges from birth through age six. By tracking children with this simple map, parents can be sure their children are keeping up with their peers, and intercede if they begin to notice warning signs. Available in English and Spanish. Set of 20 maps.
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Nemours® Reading BrightStart! The Complete Program for Early Literacy Success, Level 1
Item: 19721P
Status: In Stock
$3.95 - $1,099.95
The Nemours® Reading BrightStart! Complete Program for Early Literacy Success puts teachers on the cutting edge of early literacy best practices with an exciting new approach to building reading readiness skills in struggling learners. This unique program is specifically designed for teaching early literacy skills to small groups of at-risk four- and five-year-old children, but is an effective teaching tool for all children in that age range. This exciting program implements Response to Intervention (RTI) in the classroom. The Nemours® Reading BrightStart! Complete Program for Early Literacy Success is the perfect solution for Tier Two instruction. Copyright 2010.
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Hot Dots® Pen
Item: 301161
Status: In Stock
$17.95
This is the latest version of our best-selling Hot Dots® Pen! This pen features a soft grip and slim design that is perfectly sized for little hands. There are two different colored lights for visual responses, even includes a volume button with mute feature. Enjoy fun sounds for immediate feedback and motivation.
Unifix® CVC Cubes
Item: 97772
Status: In Stock
$25.95
Grades K & up. This set of 90 single-letter cubes feature a lowercase letter on one side and uppercase on the other. Children can practice identifying letters and easily connect the blue consonant cubes and red vowel cubes to form words and phrases. Quantities are based on the frequency of use. Included: 90 Single-letter Cubes, Plastic Storage Container, and Guide.
Sentence Building
Item: 87288
Status: In Stock
$18.95
Grades K - 2. Enhance early grammar and reading skills with sturdy, interlocking cards that cover parts of speech, capital letters, punctuation, building sentences, and more. Tailor activities to different learning levels. Includes grammatically color-coded cards (55 word, 4 punctuation, and 27 photo cards), game ideas, sample sentences, and teaching suggestions. Supports NCTE and NAEYC standards.
Sight Word Toss Game
Item: 301670
Status: In Stock
$21.95
5 years and up. Cultivate key literacy development while having lots of fun with this Sight Word Toss game. In this game, each lily pad has a word on it. Players shout out a word from one of the lily pads and then throw their beanbag at that pad. If the bean bag lands on the pad, the player's team keeps the bean bag. Whoever has the most bean bags at the end wins!
CVC Word Building Cards
Item: 26800
Status: In Stock
$10.95
PreK & up. Set of 24 laminated cards with picture and color clues for children to build three-letter words with Unifix® Letter Cubes CVC Sets. Color illustrations of common objects and animals.
Sight Words String Ups
Item: 21497
Status: In Stock
$54.95
PreK & up. Make learning sight word fun with these brightly colored Sight Words String Ups. With this set of important early vocabulary words children will develop literacy, fine motor skills, dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and color recognition. Simply set a sight word on your child's tray and have them spell the word out using the provided letter beads. Encourage children to identify the colors they are working with. This set includes: 218 printed sight words, over 280 letter beads (.875"), four trays, 100 chenille stems, and a teacher resource guide.
Alphabet Sorting Box
Item: 302502
Status: In Stock
$23.95
3 years & up. A hands-on way to explore letters and sounds! Introduce early learners to the alphabet with this interactive sorting box designed to build letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and vocabulary. The Alphabet Box includes uppercase and lowercase letter cards, along with illustrated object cards for every letter of the alphabet. Children match letters with corresponding objects while strengthening fine motor skills, cognitive development, and early literacy. With a durable sorting box printed with letters A-Z, kids can independently check their work and build confidence through self-guided play. Whether at home or in the classroom, this engaging set offers a fun, tactile way to support foundational reading skills.
WhisperPhone® Element
Item: 25892P
Status: In Stock
$10.95 - $65.95
Grades K - 4. Help young children along the path to literacy with the WhisperPhone® Element. The WhisperPhone® uses an acoustic feedback tool that quickly transmits the sound of a child's voice to their ear. The WhisperPhone amplifies the child's voice directly to their ear, providing clear auditory feedback. The immediate auditory feedback encourages better enunciation and fluency, which are critical components of effective reading. This enables them to hear themselves reading and minimizes distracting noises so they can focus. This elevated focus will enable children to make significant strides toward literacy. The WhisperPhone provides a private and non-judgmental way for children to practice speaking and reading aloud, helping them become more comfortable with their voice and more willing to participate in classroom discussions and activities.
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Build-a-Story Cards
Item: 94243P
Status: In Stock
$13.99
3 years & up.. Kindle curiosity about STEM while creating stories. With each deck, children can play games, develop storytelling and writing skills, and build unique stories with color-coded character, setting, and object cards. Includes 36 wordless cards and a booklet.
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Hot Dots® Jr. Let's Master Kindergarten Reading
Item: 90128
Status: In Stock
$31.95
Grades K - 1. This set includes 85 kindergarten-level lessons in the areas of letter recognition, reading readiness, phonics, sight words, punctuation and grammar, PLUS 15 challenge reading lessons for advanced learners. Hot Dots® Jr. Pen is included.
Beginning To Read Puzzles
Item: 82211P
Status: In Stock
$16.99
Grade PreK - Grade 1. Teach basic concepts and promote early literacy with this hands-on approach to skill building. Encourage letter recognition by letter matching corresponding objects or words. Each set contains 10-five-piece, two-sided puzzles designed to meet key instructional goals. Utilize the included activity guide to lesson plan.
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Alphabet Acorns Activity Set
Item: 63754
Status: In Stock
$40.95
3 years & up. Learn letters and vocabulary with acorns! Match uppercase and lowercase letters and match color-coded figures to their appropriate beginning letter. Includes 26 two-piece acorns and 26 color-coded figures, 1 for each letter! Acorns measure 2"L x 2.5"H.
Magnetic Pocket Chart Squares
Item: 62157
Status: In Stock
$28.95
Practice vocabulary and other literacy concepts with your children using these colorful Magnetic Pocket Chart Squares for Displaying Vocabulary Words and More. These magnetic charts can be used individually or velcroed together. Use these pocket charts to practice current vocabulary words, introduce rhyming words, break down vowel sounds, or to go over syllables. The options are endless! Includes grommets and magnets as well as a storage pocket on the back of each square. Small charts measure 17"L x 14"W. Combined chart measures 34"L x 28"W.
Big Box of Easy to Read Words
Item: 51550
Status: In Stock
$27.95
Grades K & up. Increase sight word recognition, develop phonics skills, improve fluency, build vocabulary, motivate young readers, and provide hands-on reading experiences! It includes 250 self-checking puzzle pieces -- 125 word puzzle pieces (approx. 1.5 inches x 2 inches) and 125 photo puzzle pieces (approx. 2 inches x 2 inches) and a 4-page booklet with directions, teaching suggestions, and games.
Language Builder Photo Cards - Picture Nouns
Item: 47525
Status: In Stock
$199.95
The Language Builder Picture Noun Card set is a tremendous tool for teaching key language concepts to preschool age children; children and adults with autism, developmental delay, or speech/language delay; or to anyone first learning or re-learning basic language skills. This 350 full color noun card set includes stunning, child-pleasing, bright, photographic images from nine basic categories (animals, foods, vehicles, furniture, clothing, toys, everyday objects, shapes, and colors). This is the only flashcard set to offer Basic Stage Set of fifteen images (105 cards). In Stage One, two identical images are on white backgrounds. In Stage Two, five similar images are in their natural settings. The basic stage cards teach matching, labeling, and categorization skills. Also, the shape and color cards have exact duplicates so you can match them up. The back of each card is numbered and gives a label and category for the image, as well as suggested activities appropriate to the card.
3-Letter Word Puzzle Cards
Item: 37265
Status: In Stock
$13.95
3 years & up. The 3-letter word puzzle cards are brightly illustrated and self correcting to make learning how to spell fun! The set includes 20 puzzles and a reusable container.
Red: A Crayon's Story - Hardcover
Item: 35818
Status: Only 5 left
$19.99
$14.00
4 - 8 years. Red has a bright red label, but he is, in fact, blue. His teacher tries to help him be red (let's draw strawberries!), his mother tries to help him be red by sending him out on a playdate with a yellow classmate (go draw a nice orange!), and the scissors try to help him be red by snipping his label so that he has room to breathe. But Red is miserable. He just can't be red, no matter how hard he tries! Finally, a brand-new friend offers a brand-new perspective, and Red discovers what readers have known all along. He's blue! Funny, insightful, layered, and colorful, this picture book is about being true to your inner self and following your own path. Hardcover. 40 pages.