Language Skills

Birth & up. This vinyl bookshelf is ideal for getting young learners involved in books and reading. The cozy look and feel invites children into the reading area, and with soft edges, this bookshelf is safe for infants and toddlers. Measures 20"H x 30"W x 24"D.

12 months & up. Children can recognize, identify, and match familiar emotions with this set of 20 tiles that depict real images of a variety of feelings. Engaging with the Emotion Tiles will promote the development of: Confidence, Curiosity, Cooperation, Acceptance, Communication, and Self-regulation. Made with safe, durable material that can be wiped clean with a damp cloth.

2 years & up. This 10-piece set features impressed numbers, counting dots, and American Sign Language illustrations that help children learn numbers in various ways.

2 years & up. Crafted from long-lasting sustainably sourced rubber wood and non-toxic paints, these double-sided tiles make early language learning a fun, tactile experience. You will find uppercase letters on one side with an object on the other that begins with the corresponding letter. Encourage letter recognition and early phonics. Tiles measure 2"x2".

2 years & up. A complete assortment for toddlers to learn alphabet, shapes, colors, counting, and more. Children will develop skills with number, alphabet, and shape identification, 1 to 1 correspondence, vocabulary, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, matching, and sorting. Includes 59 items and a guide.

2 years & up. Tilt the board or use the magnetic wand to guide balls around friendly jungle animals and through the maze of pathways, corners and moving doors. Balls are launched with a spring, like pinballs. The design features many jungle animals to identify. Great for fine motor skills and problem-solving practice. 14.5"L x 9.5"W.

2 years & up. This set of stones will help children express their emotions when they cannot find the words to do so. Choosing an image that represents their emotion will enable them to explore how they are feeling, what triggered their response and how it can be managed constructively. Being able to do so will encourage healthy self-regulation, support children's development and their engagement with others.

6 months & up. Mirari® means wonder, and these special Mirari® toys are sure to encourage discovery and play! Each of these toys offers different, stimulating, learning activities. This unique set of keys offers stimulating textures, eye-catching light-up buttons, and animal sounds that match the keys. Learn 3 animal sounds. Included are 3 replaceable LR44 batteries that power the lights and sounds behind the buttons. Individual keys measure 3.6"L. This special phone works just… More »

18 months & up. Toddlers will enjoy this smartphone designed just for them. Features 16 icons (each with its own sound), on/off button, and low volume to protect hearing. Set of 2 phones. Requires 2 AAA batteries (included).

3 months & up. Soft and textured finger puppets and simple rhyming stories will bring giggles to babies and toddlers alike. Babies can focus on the bright colors, tactile exploration, and pointing out images. Toddlers will start looking at pictures and text and build listening and language skills. Set of 2.

Birth & up. Have fun learning and talking with your baby about all the fun animals you see in this vibrantly-illustrated Indestructibles® Animal Book set. Features: Soft and paper-like, Chew proof, Rip proof, Non-toxic, and Dishwasher and Washing Machine washable! Book Titles: Mama and Baby!, Jungle Rumble!, Plip-Plop Pond! These titles by Kaaren Pixton will delight children everywhere. Set of 3 books, 6 pages each.

No classroom can't be complete without having stories that are children's favorite tales. This board book set consists of 27 stories that will become a favorite and will be read over and over again.

18 months & up. With this colorful set of blocks, children will learn their letters and be able to make simple words, as well as building their fine motor skills. Blocks feature a flat front plus an open back that can be used as letter molds for stamping and creating. Includes 36 pieces (with 2 of each vowel) and a storage bag. Blocks measure 2"L x 2"H.

2 years & up. Introduce young children to their first matching puzzle. These simple 2-piece puzzles are easy to match and fun to play. Each puzzle is self-correcting as no two puzzle pieces are the same. The familiar themed puzzles help build language, cognitive, eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills. Each theme includes 15 puzzles to complete.

12 months & up. 12 months & up. Bring nursery rhymes to life with these fun character mitts. Designed to fit an adults' hand, these song mitts are perfect for using with young children. Provides hours of fun with songs that children enjoy singing. Comes with a card showing the rhyme. Includes: "Ten In a Bed" Song Mitt, "Ten In a Bed" Song Card, "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" Song Mitt and Finger Puppet, and "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" Song Card.

18 months & up. "Where's the duck?" "Can you find the apple?" This fun, active game helps young children learn the names of colors, shapes, animals, foods, and more while seeking and finding each match. They will build vocabulary, boost memory skills, and find family fun with this perfect first matching game! Includes: 36 large, round "Seek Me" photo cards to scatter face down around the room, and 36 matching "Find Me" cards for a parent or teacher to… More »

12 months & up. Designed to fit an adults' hand, song mitts are perfect for using with young children. Provides hours of fun with songs that children enjoy singing. Comes with a card showing the rhyme.

Toddlers and twos will enjoy the book about the Very Hungry Caterpillar and how he eats through all the different vegetables. Allow the children to hold the plush caterpillar as you read the book together.

2 years & up. Fun twin-pop shapes to pop together. Great for developing fine motor skills, and early letter recognition. Double-sided to include all 26 letters. Great for fine motor practice and imaginative play. Self-checking by color. Single pop measures 4"L x 1 1/4"W.

Birth & up. Adventure into the rainforest to find Silly Little Sloth and learn all about what brings Happy Little Panda joy. These adorable, cloth books contain charming illustrated images on fun crinkle cloth pages and interactive features like flaps, mirrors, and more. Baby will be captivated with each page turn as you introduce them to Silly Little Sloth and Happy Little Panda through simple, playful phrases. Each book includes an acrylic, unbreakable mirror. Books Velcros shut and hang by… More »

18 months & up. A game that is sure to stimulate all of the senses. Two players pull random wooden shapes from the fabric bag and try to determine on which template the matching shapes appear. Did the child pull the correct shape first? A decision has to be made on whether they will thread the string on now or wait. Four templates printed on sturdy cardboard allow children to follow the templates or they can free play and thread their own design. Includes a sturdy wooden threading needle to… More »

12 months & up. Designed to fit an adults' hand, song mitts are perfect for using with young children. Provides hours of fun with songs that children enjoy singing. Comes with a card showing the rhyme.

2 years & up. Get ready for bedtime with Llama Llama! The Llama Llama Large Plush makes a great companion for little ones and ideal for comforting hugs and snuggles. In the book, Llama Llama is ready for bedtime in his red pajamas and gets tucked in by his mama. She goes downstairs and she doesn't come back right away so Baby Llama begins to worry and fret until she returns. This story of Llama Llama relates to children and the need for their mother's comfort. Hardcover book includes 40 pages.… More »

Birth & up. The Very Hungry Caterpillar is soft and plush and machine washable. Meets all the regulations necessary for young children to enjoy as they are listening to one of their favorite stories being read. Engages in tactile play with the various textured components. Measures 10" long.