Infant & Toddler

2 years & up. Can you match the sounds to the objects? The Rainbow Sound Blocks feature five blocks with colorful acrylic windows and inset objects for experiencing five unique sounds. The chunky design is ideal for little hands to grip for shaking, building or displaying in and out of the smoothly sanded wooden box. Put the blocks away in the handy wooden box. Encourage children to build their fine motor, sensory and identification skills. Measures 4.75"W x 2.75"D x 9"H.

2 years & up. Dramatic play feels even more realistic when kids use this colorful vacuum with real sounds. This exciting house cleaning tool encourages dramatic play, gross motor functions, and fine motor skills. Have children vacuum alongside you to learn how to vacuum. Encourage children to mimic the vacuum cleaner sounds. The 2-in-1 Vacuum Cleaner includes a removable hand vacuum that makes real sounds and has a removable dust catcher. Requires three AA batteries (included). Colors will vary.

12 months & up. Built in animals pop up and reward a little one's curiosity! They simply press the shaped button to see an animal pop up, encouraging fine motor skills and tactile exploration. Helps little ones learning about the concept of cause-and-effect and practicing their color recognition skills. Each button requires a different action - turn, press, flip, or slide them to see which animal pops out. A fun way to introduce them to first words, shapes, numbers, and colors. Colors may vary.

Add the convenience of washable paint to a rainbow of colors that won't streak, crack, or rub off with this bright-colored set of Kaplan Washable Non-Toxic Tempera Paint Gallon Assortment. These gallons are great for refilling bottles of paint or filling smaller containers. Painting is great for encouraging creativity, fine motor skills, arts and crafts, and imagination in the classroom. Spark creativity in young artists. Available individually, in a set of six, or a set of eight. Kaplan Tempera Paints are nontoxic (certified with AP Seal for safety & ASTM-D4236). Made in the USA.

2 years & up. Add a world of places to block play with this 15-piece wooden set of traditional family homes. Chunky pieces show detailed artwork on both sides, inviting children to build scenes and tell stories as they explore how people live in different regions. The depictions include homes from Africa, England, China, Mexico, and more. Educators can pair the blocks with conversations about communities and dwellings while leaving room for children to create their own narratives. The largest piece measures 6.72" x 1" x 3.5"; the smallest measures 4.12" x 1" x 3.5". Use them with other block-play materials to create neighborhoods or invite children to describe similarities and differences they notice among the depicted homes. The set offers a concrete prompt for dramatic play and educator-guided discussion about regions around the world.

Enhance your home and classroom with these comfortable pillows in soft, woodland colors. These pillows create the perfect comfortable seating arrangement for your little readers and learners. Both the removable cover and the polyester fiber filled inner bag are machine washable and dryer safe. Safe and durable for even the toughest of readers. One year warranty. Measures 12"L x 12"W x 3"H.

18 months & up. Bring the excitement of the grocery store to playtime with the Wooden Cash Register, an authentically inspired addition to dramatic play. Children can use their imaginations, strengthen communication skills, and engage in creative dramatic play while interacting with this realistic toy. Smooth edges, quality materials, and subtle details create an inviting pretend shopping experience for dramatic play setups. Made from solid wood and engineered wood, the register includes an attached scanner, credit card, and pretend play coins, giving children familiar components to incorporate into grocery store role-play. With no assembly or batteries required, the cash register is ready to become part of imaginative classroom play. The compact 9.6-inch-long design provides a realistic focal point for pretend checkout experiences while supporting communication and creative dramatic play. Measures 9.6"L x 8"W x 5"H

2 years & up. Make friends with children from around the world, mixing and matching the chunky puzzle pieces to make many different combinations. Each friend is dressed in clothing that recognizes a different culture -- China, India, Native American, Africa, Mexico, and the USA. Each 3-piece child measures 6"H x 3"W. Set of 6 puzzles.

18 months & up. This engaging set features jumbo-sized transparent buttons in an array of basic colors and eight different shapes. Use for shape recognition, counting, sorting and patterning activities. Great addition to the light table, too! Largest button measures 1.75" in diameter. Includes 90 assorted counters.

12 months & up. Provide infants and toddlers with a comfortable, cozy place for rest using the Streamline ITT Cot. This lightweight yet durable cot features an aluminum frame and easy-to-clean plastic details. Easily stack cots after nap time thanks to the unique leg design. Measures 42"W x 4.5"H x 22"D with a weight limit of 50 lbs. Available individually or in a set of 5.

2 years & up. Encourage dramatic play and introduce new foods with this Life-Size Pretend Play International Food Collection - Italy Inspired. 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 durable, non-toxic vinyl that is easy to clean. Includes foods such as okra, fish, plantains, sushi variety, tamales, chili peppers, salsa, flan, pizza, spaghetti, salad, egg rolls, dumplings, and more!. Available individually or purchase all 5 meal sets together.

2 years & up. Bring color and creativity to building activities with the Junior Rainbow Blocks - 40 Piece Set. Crafted from smooth hardwood with colorful, transparent acrylic windows, these wooden building blocks encourage fine motor coordination, shape recognition, spatial awareness, and imaginative play. Sized right for little handsFeaturing six different shapes and four vibrant colors, the blocks invite children to stack, sort, build, and explore light and color. Place blocks near a sunny window to discover colorful reflections and shadows while introducing early science concepts. Encourage children to come up with their own unique designs. Have children build a structure at the window and watch as the colors are cast on the walls. This set includes 40 assorted shapes.

12 months & up. Colorful, textured stacking cups help children develop hand/eye coordination. Includes 5 cups for stacking or nesting fun. Also great for sand and water play. Stacked cups measure 12.75" tall. Colors may vary.

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.

18 - 36 months. Invite toddlers to explore the world of work through imaginative classroom dramatic play with the When I Grow Up Career Toddler Shirts. This set of 6 detailed dress-up shirts lets children pretend to be a race car driver, construction worker, zookeeper, pilot, astronaut, or veterinarian. Printed designs represent each occupation, helping children become familiar with different careers as they take on new roles during pretend play. Hook-and-loop closures make dress-up accessible while giving children opportunities to practice dressing and undressing, encouraging independence. Designed for toddler dramatic play centers, these career costumes support engaging classroom experiences centered on occupations and imaginative role-play. Each shirt is made of 100% polyester with soft, machine-washable fabric for convenient classroom care. This exclusive set brings six career choices together for versatile dramatic play.

2 years & up. Invite children to build in more than one direction with PolyForm Star Connectors. The 35 vibrant pieces fit into one another so children can create horizontal or vertical constructions and discover new shapes as they work. Fitting and repositioning the uniquely shaped connectors encourages precise finger and hand movements, tactile exploration, and opportunities to adapt a grip. Children can compare colors and forms, experiment with spatial arrangements, and solve small building challenges through open-ended play. Activity cards are included to offer additional starting points. Educators might invite children to describe a design, turn it around, and try a different way to connect the pieces.

Easily store and organize classroom cots after nap time using the Streamline Cot Carrier. Made from durable powder coated steel, this stable carrier can hold up to 20 Streamline cots. Easily maneuver stacked cots in and around the classroom using sturdy locking casters.

Birth & up. Enhance any cozy area in the classroom with these colorful, extra-soft Farm Animal Pillows. Children will love to cuddle up with pillows featuring adorable images of favorite farm animals like a cow, chicken, duck, pig, and sheep. Each pillow is covered with durable, easy-to-clean polyester and features a different illustration and interesting texture. Individual pillow measures 10" x 10".

2 years & up. These Ultra-Clean Washable crayons are perfect for the beginning artist. The triangular shape is easy to grasp while guiding little fingers to a proper writing grip. Plus, the triangular shape prevents crayons from rolling away and getting lost. Includes eight different crayon colors that are formulated for easy clean up. The crayons wash easily from hands, clothing, and walls. Available in a single box and a set of 6 boxes.

2 years and up. Create beautiful, nature-inspired designs with this set of 6 Mushroom Organic Pattern Rollers. Each roller in this set has its own unique patterns that children can stamp or roll onto malleable substances like sand, clay, and play dough. These rollers will enable children to make their own unique imprint on their surroundings while also developing fine motor skills and creative thinking skills.

Chewy Tubes offer a safe, non-toxic surface for developing biting and chewing skills. They are latex-free and lead-free and do not contain PVC or phthalates. Therapists may select Chewy Tubes for use in treatment of individuals who are developing initial oral motor skills or rehabilitating the jaw after surgery. Youngsters seeking additional proprioceptive input into the jaw may also like biting on Chewy Tubes. Children with autism require professional supervision when using Chewy Tubes. They are not recommended for children under 7 months of age. Set of 2.

2 years & up. Explore butterfly metamorphosis one stage at a time with this hands-on specimen puzzle. Each chunky piece displays a real specimen from a butterfly life stage, and children connect the pieces in the correct sequence to see the life cycle unfold. The durable, graspable forms invite careful observation and early science conversation while their arrangement gives children a reason to think about order and change. The largest piece measures 2.1"W x 1"H x 2.4"D; the smallest measures 1.25"W x 0.6"H x 1.4"D. An educator can invite children to describe what they notice on each specimen before asking which stage should come next. Rebuilding the sequence creates another opportunity to talk about how a butterfly changes. The real specimens provide a close-up view of the stages within a tactile puzzle format.

Add the convenience of washability to Kaplan's high-quality paint. It won't streak, crack, or rub off and dry to a satin finish, and they're so thick you may even want to add water for additional mileage. Kaplan Tempera Paints are non-toxic (certified with AP Seal for safety & ASTM-D436). Made in the USA.

With the increase in both parents working outside the home during the last two decades, infants and toddlers are spending more time together in infant/toddler programs and family child-care homes. From Biting to Hugging will give you effective strategies to help you take advantage of this peer time. Enhance the quality of peer experiences in infant/toddler group settings. Create responsive adult-child relationships and environments. Encourage positive social emotional development and learning. Teach infants and toddlers how to be in healthy, enjoyable relationships. Learn strategies for gently handling challenging behaviors. 192 pages.