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Nurture infant-toddler social and emotional explorations with Kaplan’s range of inclusive social-emotional products designed to help young children understand social interactions, build meaningful connections, and express their emotions in a positive way. Create open and supportive spaces for little learners as they develop social-emotional skills with Kaplan’s selection of therapeutic toys, books, mindfulness materials, blocks, and other social-emotional tools.

SmartMax® My First Sounds & Senses Magnetic Discovery Building Set
Item: 300972
Status: In Stock
$28.95
12 months & up. Toddlers can safely discover the magic of magnetism with the SmartMax® My First Sounds & Senses Magnetic Discovery Building Set. Unique sounds and faces that portray various emotions bring each magnetic ball to life, enabling toddlers to learn about emotions while they create a wide assortment of different shapes and designs. The set will also help toddlers develop color and shape recognition and fine motor skills. Set includes four tactile bars and four balls with different color outlines and faces.
Infant Toddler Mirror Set
Item: 300868
Status: In Stock
$52.95
12 months & up. Mirrors are important tools that foster a young child's self-awareness, self-esteem, intellectual curiosity, and cognitive development. The Infant Toddler Mirror Set provides an interesting reflective experience in any infant environment. Shatter-resistant acrylic mirrors in a variety of easy-to-hold shapes, provide young learners with an exciting play experience. Children can easily see their whole face in the large, lightweight mirror and use these mirrors in emotion-expressing activities, improving motor skills, practicing pronunciation, science experiments, and more! Soft, foam construction makes this set safe enough for learning environments with babies and young children.
Friends with Special Needs - Set of 5
Item: 63572
Status: In Stock
$37.95
18 months & up. This set of five friends represents various abilities, ethnicities, and genders illustrating that everyone is unique and special in their own way. These friends make the perfect addition to any dollhouse and are able to teach so many about different types of people. Figures measure 5" tall. Blocks not included. BPA free.
We All Belong Puzzle - 24 Pieces
Item: 36661
Status: Out of Stock
$36.95
19 months & up. Wood puzzle celebrates diversity and encourages children to embrace their uniqueness in ethnicity, skin color and ability. Each interchangeable design includes three two-sided pieces for multiple combinations. The chunky pieces enable fine motor success and are designed to stand on a flat surface so they can be stacked as well as assembled in the wooden tray. Measures 1.25"H x 11.5"L x 11"W.
Photo Cubes - Set of 2
Item: 39354
Status: In Stock
$89.95
Birth & up. Roll or toss these colorful Photo Cubes to children and see if they can recognize their friends and family. These wonderful cubes promote gross motor functions and facial recognition. Simply slip photos of familiar faces into the clear sleeves, and have children identify the people in the photo. For an extra activity, put print outs of shapes, animals, or numbers in the sleeves and have children identify those objects. Each cube holds up to 6 photos that measure 3.5" x 5". The overall size is 6" square. Surface washable.
Toddler Yoga and Mindfulness Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 34855
Status: In Stock
$39.99
12 months & up. Take a mindfulness moment with these engaging Toddler Yoga Warm Up and Mindfulness Board Book Set for Young Readers. Children will enjoy stretching, warming up, or calming down. Use this set of books to lead children in safe, fun, and healthy exercises. These activities promote gross motor skills, flexibility, and balance. The books include Yoga Bear, Yoga Bug, Yoga Bunny, and Yoga Whale. Each book has 20-22 pages.
Diversity Puppets - Set of 8
Item: 32208
Status: Out of Stock
$134.95
2 years & up. These 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 multicultural groups of children with aspects of their culture represented in their clothing designs. For further learning, discuss the cultures these puppets represent and the history of their clothing. Puppets measure 12" long and are 10" wide with the arms spread open and embroidered eyes. Made from polyester fibers. Surface cleans easily.
Around the World Dolls - 8 Pieces
Item: 63440
Status: In Stock
$49.95
18 months & up. Children can engage in a historic cultural journey while playing with the eight Around the World Dolls. These 5" figures represent four males and four females dressed in traditional clothing from seven various cultures distinctly represented in this set of dolls. These dolls are great for storytelling and will help children introduce diversity to pretend play by exploring a different culture. 8 pieces.
Emotion Tiles - 20 Pieces
Item: 63685
Status: In Stock
$37.95
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.
Wooden American Sign Language Tiles with Alphabet A-Z
Item: 32536
Status: In Stock
$49.95
2 years & up. This 26-piece set features an impressed lower case letter and corresponding American Sign Language picture. Colorful and tactile way to add variety to your knowledge of alphabets. Learning the American Sign Language alphabet develops awareness and sensitivity to cultural and linguistic diversity.  Made from sustainable rubberwood. Colors are made from vegetable dye, and coated with a non-toxic finish.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Capybara and Board Book
Item: 303149
Status: In Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Capybara and matching Warmies® Board Book, "Who Am I?" Simply warm the plush capybara in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Capybara measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Goat and Board Book
Item: 303148
Status: In Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Goat and matching Warmies® Board Book, "The Greatest Goat of All Time". Simply warm the plush goat in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Goat measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Golden Dog and Board Book
Item: 303147
Status: In Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Dog and matching Warmies® Board Book, "Golden Dog's Magical Adventure". Simply warm the plush dog in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Dog measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
Baby Doll Bathtub Set - 8 Pieces
Item: 302339
Status: In Stock
$29.95
2 years & up. Kids can fill the tub with real water and gently bathe their baby doll, just like a grown-up! This set comes with all the essentials for a bubbly pretend bath: soap, shampoo, 2 tub toys, 2 bubbles, and a soft washcloth. It's perfect for nurturing play and encouraging kindness as little ones care for their dolls. Designed to fit most 14" baby dolls, this set is great for real water play and imaginative fun.
Mirror with Emotions – Social Emotional Learning Mirrors
Item: 302295
Status: In Stock
$69.95
12 months & up. Encourage children to recognize and understand facial expressions and emotions with a set of mirrors. Each one in this 8-piece set has a shatter-resistant mirrored side so children can see their own faces, and a real photo of a child on the other side. Children will be able to start to make connections between facial expressions and emotions, develop empathy and build social-emotional skills. Each mirror measures 6"L x 6"W.
Activity Mirror Display Center 2
Item: 301397
Status: In Stock
$249.95
Mirrors are important tools that foster a young child's self-awareness, self-esteem, intellectual curiosity, and cognitive development. The Activity Mirror Display Center offers a captivating experience for young children, inviting them to explore their reflections and engage with images on the surrounding panels. Each plexiglass panel can be used as a write-on/wipe-off board, or used to hold images of children, drawings, and more. The visual stimulation provided by images on the panels at the same time as their reflection in the mirror promotes development as children identify objects, colors, shapes, facial expressions, and more. Features a shatter-resistant acrylic mirror and a birch plywood frame. Entire unit measures 60"W x 27"H x 1.25"D
Sense of Place Hex Wall System - Frames and Mirrors
Item: 302180
Status: In Stock
$169.95
Reassure children that they are important, loved and part of their classroom community using this wall system of frames and mirrors. Hang photos or drawn self-portraits of students in the included frames. Included mirrors encourage observation and self-awareness. When used together, the photos and reflections inspire conversation, interaction and a sense of belonging. Set includes 6 frames and 4 mirrors that easily affix to the classroom wall or chalkboard. Each piece measures 10"L x 9"W x 1.2"H.<br />\n\n 
Animal Activity Phone
Item: 302493
Status: In Stock
$28.95
6 months & up. Dial up the fun with our Animal Activity Phone! Perfect for little hands and curious minds, this interactive toy lets toddlers pretend to make calls while exploring a world of silly animal sounds, cheerful melodies, and playful music. The large, friendly face buttons spin and click, helping to build fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination with every turn. It's a delightful way to spark imagination, encourage sensory exploration, and add a little "roar-some" excitement to playtime. Batteries included for instant fun-just press, play, and giggle away!
Sunny the Giant Sensory Sea Turtle Plush
Item: 302050
Status: In Stock
$415.95
2 years & up. Sunny the Giant Sensory Sea Turtle Plush is the ultimate companion for comfort and sensory support! Designed with soft, foldable arms for gentle hugs and a multi-textured shell for tactile exploration, Sunny offers deep-pressure stimulation to help children relax and self-regulate. Thoughtfully made for easy care, the entire turtle is machine washable. Unzip the covers, remove the single-piece stuffing pads, wash all components on a delicate cycle, air dry, and reassemble. Perfect for home, classroom, or therapy settings, Sunny provides soothing comfort, sensory play, and simple maintenance all in one cuddly friend. Measures 68.5"L x 38"W x 24"H x 38" Diameter.
Crying and Laughing: The Emotional Development of Infants and Toddlers - Paperback
Item: 34586
Status: In Stock
$29.95
Infants and toddlers need caring adults to help them learn emotional competence-how to understand, express, and manage emotions. By supporting their development in the early years, educators can create a strong foundation that will give young children important life skills and resilience. Paperback. 152 pages.
Activity Display Center - Single
Item: 91800
Status: In Stock
$138.95
Celebrate children's creativity and build meaningful connections with the Activity Display Center. Designed to showcase artwork, photos, and visual learning materials, this display transforms your walls into interactive learning spaces. The durable hardwood frame mounts securley to the wall, while a clear plexiglass panel protects displayed items from little hands. Children can engage with familiar images, artwork, or other materials, encouraging language development, storytelling, and memory recall. Placing meaningful visuals within reach can spark conversations, reinforce classroom themes, and support social-emotional connections. With its simple design and easy-access display panel, materials can be quickly updated to reflect current classroom activities. Ideal for infant, toddler, and preschool environments, this unit helps create an engaging atmosphere that supports early learning and development. Mounting hardware not included. Measures 48"W x 20"H.
Multicultural Soft Dolls - Set of 4
Item: 301547
Status: In Stock
$49.95
18 months & up. Enhance your dramatic play area with a set of soft, cuddly, culturally-diverse dolls. Details like yarn hair, happy expressions, and colorful clothes make this diverse collection the perfect addition to your classroom. Fabric dolls provide an opportunity for young children to engage in important social-emotional development, dramatic play activities, and multicultural awareness, all while improving their general well-being with a snuggly new friend. Set comes with 4 ethnically-diverse dolls including an African American boy, Hispanic girl, Asian boy, a Caucasian girl, and a convenient basket for them to sit together. Each doll measures approximately 8''.
Emotion Bears - Set of 4
Item: 63517
Status: In Stock
$38.95
Birth & up. Children will relate to this lovable set of bears and matching blanket that encourages social emotional development. The four soft and colorful bears will help children identify and label the common emotions of happy, sad, angry, and scared. Have children match the bear to the corresponding color on the blanket, and discuss each emotion. Each bear is 11" tall. Machine washable.
Plush Soft 10" Cuddle Dolls - Set of 4
Item: 301546
Status: In Stock
$59.95
Birth & up. Foster comfort, calm, and companionship with this set of Cuddle Dolls. These soft, lightweight dolls are the perfect size for little ones who need a snuggle buddy or a friend. In addition to improving their well-being, the dolls will introduce infants to early forms of companionship that can lay the groundwork for caring human relationships when they get older. Dolls measure 10"H.