5 years & up. Give your children an exciting extreme weather lesson with this fun Create and Contain Realistic Tiny Tornado in a Can for Interactive Weather Learning. With a simple twist of the wrist, a realistic, tiny tornado is produced from the white foam clouds. Hold the can to the light and watch the iridescent currents swirl. This activity promotes STEM learning, discovery, and sensory learning. Tornado facts are printed on the back of the container. Use this activity over tornado safety… More »
This strategy guide for early childhood professionals includes hundreds of research-based strategies and tips to strengthen young children's initiative, self-regulation, and attachment/relationships. The strategies incorporate developmentally appropriate teaching practices in five areas related to social and emotional health: Daily Routines; Environment; Caring Connections; Activities and Experiences; Partnerships between Teachers and Families. It takes readers through a simple five-step approach… More »
3 years & up. Engage young minds and inspire literacy explorations with Alphabet Bingo! Combining learning with fun, this hands-on alphabet game reinforces early literacy concepts, like letter recognition and letter sounds, through play. Young learners will love playing this game with classmates while supporting their own reading and writing development. Up to 20 players with 26 calling cards and tokens included. Ideal for use in both small and large group settings.
Incorporate natural color schemes into the heart centered environments where children learn and play. Designed to reflect the beautiful blue hues of the Earth's waters, this rug's plush yarns create the perfect cozy area. Surge stitching provides tough, no-pull edges that stand up to the rigorous classroom environment. Treated to guard against odor, mildew, mold, stains and static shock, the Sense of Place Carpets can endure years of continued use. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.
3 years & up. Acrylics can be used for a variety of painting techniques. Opaque colors combined with a permanent coverage makes this paint perfect to use on many surfaces including canvas and other art projects. Set of 12 includes: Chrome Yellow, Chrome Orange, Brite Red, Magenta, Violet, Phthalo Blue, Cobalt Blue, Phthalo Green, Mars Black, Burnt Sienna, and 2 bottles of Titanium White. Non-toxic.
Color edge bands make this activity table bright and cheerful! Includes classic maple 1 1/4" thick top with easy-to-clean high pressure laminate, soft rounded edges for safety, and reinforced leg brackets for sturdy, long-lasting durability. Color-coordinated legs are made of powder coated tubing with glide tips, and they easily adjust in 1" increments from 15" - 24". Seats 4.
Color edge bands make this activity table bright and cheerful! Includes classic maple 1 1/4" thick top with easy-to-clean high pressure laminate, soft rounded edges for safety, and reinforced leg brackets for sturdy, long-lasting durability. Color-coordinated legs are made of powder coated tubing with glide tips, and they easily adjust in 1" increments from 21" - 30". Seats 4.
Use this soft air-dry clay for making solid, durable projects without the need for baking in oven or firing in a kiln. Softens easily with water and quickly cleans from hands and surfaces. Stamp impressions, make beads or use with any traditional techniques such as pinch, coil, slab, or score-and-weld. When dry, the clay can be painted with tempera, acrylic or watercolors. Clay dries to the touch in 24 hours, and is completely dry in 72 hours. The 25 lb. value pack is economical and convenient for… More »
This versatile pencil grip will stretch to fit over large pencils and paint brushes. Ergonomically correct for both left and right-handed users. Colors may vary.
Give children a space of their own to relax and reflect with My Mindful Mat! Easy to incorporate into classroom layouts, these mats help introduce and reinforce the idea of self-regulation, identifying feelings, and mindfulness. The calming mandala-inspired design of each circular mat helps create a safe space for each student. These mats are the perfect tools for promoting personal space and classroom wellness. Made with smooth polyester fabric. Easy cleaning by handwashing or just a simple wipe… More »
3 years & up. Help your children count and sort with this Primer Practice Balance With Clear Buckets for Developing Math Skills. Children will exercise their critical thinking skills as they count out pieces to achieve equilibrium. This activity promotes fine motor skills, color recognition, and discovery. Great for individual or small group play. Includes removable, transparent .5-liter buckets for comparing liquids or solids. One gram sensitivity.
6 years & up. This large wall-mount thermometer clearly gives temperature in both Celsius and Fahrenheit scales. Recessed tube prevents accidents. Temperature ranges: -40 to 50 degrees Celsius and -40 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Use indoors or out. Measures 15"H x 3"W.
3 years & up. This twistable therapy device is an ergonomic approach to hand therapy, minor stress relief, building fine motor skills, and more. Soft, texturized rubber bumps on this Tangle® provide a one-of-a-kind sensory and tactile experience in your hands. The motion is calming and fun! Research has shown that fidgeting quietly during stressful times can lead soothed nerves and anxiety, more body control and focus. Tangle® helps keep restless minds and hands focused. Tangle®… More »
3 years & up. Set of 8 bilingual emotion magnets with real images. Children will experience a range of emotions including proud, shy and surprised. Children can practice identifying emotions and talk about how to manage them. Set of 8. Each magnet measures 3.75"L x 5"W.
6 years & up. Create your own unique tie dye designs with this all inclusive kit! Dyes are permanent. Even after regular machine washes the colors will remain vibrant. Tie dyes are non-toxic and acid-free. Each box includes: four bright colors, pearl purple, bold orange, twisted teal, and precious pink with included bottles, soda ash for brighter colors and tie dye bag.
3 years & up. Help children build social and emotional intelligence with this wonderful set of I Have Feelings Books for Social Emotional Learning. These books are great for shared reading and the engaging texts prompt discussions about real-world experiences. Encourage your children to discuss the feelings they relate to. A full-color poster is included. Set of 6 paperback books.
A great way to keep supplies organized and within reach! Slips over the back of most preschool and early elementary chairs (up to 11/12") for extra storage and convenience. Heavy-duty, washable canvas has PVC coating for added durability. 15"W x 19"H x 2"D, fits seat back up to 30" around, measured 6" from the top. Bright blue with red pockets and clear pocket for name tag.
3 years & up. Take the mess out of painting! Simply uncap, twist, and paint! Kwik Stix uses a fast drying formula that allows them to dry in 90 seconds. No cups, smocks, water, or brushes required. Kwik Stix come in assorted vibrant colors with coverage that won't fade or crack. Works on paper, posters, cardboard, canvas, wood, and more! Kwik Stix must be capped when not in use. Non-toxic. Choose from 2 different packs. 24 Pack includes: 12 Classic colors, 6 Neon colors, and 6 Metallic colors.… More »
2 years & up. This beautifully crafted set of tactile stones is engraved with faces showing 12 common emotions. Children learn about feelings by watching others. Using these emotion stones give children an activity to promote emotional development. These stones include happiness, fear, sadness, surprise, anger, confused, shyness, and more. These stones are durable in sand and water, indoors and out, providing opportunities to explore emotions across different environments. Set of 12 stones measure… More »
3 years & up. Plush weighted Chloe is a comforting companion who helps with sensory processing, stress and anxiety. Her floppy body can lie across laps or shoulders to help sharpen focus. Fur, ears, eyes, nose and weighted paws all provide unique textures for tactile exploration. The hook and loop pocket in her tummy holds a pouch of ceramic beads that emits a gentle lavender aroma. Remove the pouch to heat in the microwave or chill in the refrigerator. Measures approximately 16" from head… More »