Infants & Toddler Care

This resource book offers you the benefits of the most current research on child development, featuring helpful tips and techniques to foster your child's growth.

Birth & up. These zoo animals are ready to give lots of soft, snuggly hugs. Just spread their arms open wide, give the chest a little squeeze, and watch the arms instantly snap around to give you a hug. Animals can hug around your wrist, backpack, and so much more. Surface washable. Size: 8". Animals may vary.

Birth & up. Terry Cloth pullover bibs will let your toddlers enjoy food and discover learning how to eat it without you worrying about the mess. Each bib has a jungle animal design on it to add some fun to cleanliness, and with the pullover style, they can't rip it off in the middle of meals. Durable terry cloth fabric absorbs spills and messes and is easy to clean. Pullover style provides a comfortable fit without snaps or ties. One size fits most - measures 10.75" W x 14.75" L… More »

12 months & up. Bundled exclusively by Ditty Bird for customers here at Kaplan Early Learning, these musical books will brighten any day! Follow Ditty Bird on many musical journeys with 6 of his favorite instrumental songs and 6 of his favorite classical songs. Through these two musical books, children will discover great composers and classic children's songs. Songs include 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star', 'Mary Had a Little Lamb', 'Fur Elise', 'Ode to Joy' and many more. Each book comes with… More »

2 years & up. Introduce young children to early math concepts such as basic sequencing, counting, shapes recognition, simple patterning and color recognition with the Felt Fun Shapes & Colors. This set includes 1 flannel board, 18 concept cards, 36 large shapes, 36 medium shapes and 36 small shapes. All shapes are in assorted colors. 127 pieces total.

Understanding infant and toddler behavior can be a challenge. But this Innovations book provides teacher with a more thorough understanding of the knowledge base that informs early childhood practice. Focusing on the development of children from birth to age three, Innovations gives you an in-depth guide to the early childhood field which begins to address these challenging behaviors in developmentally appropriate ways. Paperback. 372 pages.

18 months & up. Start the day with a healthy dose of learning! These freshly designed breakfast foods are easy to grip for curious little hands. Encourages imaginative play, healthy-eating choices, and basic vocabulary development. Basket measures approximately 8.5"L x 7"W x 4"H. 16 pieces. Includes: 1 egg, 1 glass of juice, 1 cinnamon roll, 1 banana, 2 strawberries, 1 purple berry cluster, 1 mini bagel, 2 pancakes, 1 cereal in a bowl, 1 yogurt, 1 cantaloupe slice, 2 slices of bread, and 1 basket.

This best selling book comes with 2 CD's featuring 50 songs. Children will build a strong foundation in skills such as listening, imagination, coordination, and spatial and body awareness. Accompanying songs are sure to get children up and moving! 500 pages.

2 years & up. Bilibo's unique conic shell shape and bright colors immediately appeal to children of all ages who will intuitively create games. Developed by Zurich University's children's hospital to engage imagination and stimulate the senses and encourage creativity. Use indoors and out, right side up and upside down. Color may vary. Bilibo measures 15.5"W x 15.5"L x 8.6"H.

18 months & up. This plastic egg carton features a dozen colorful eggs that pull apart to reveal brightly colored numbers to match with their corresponding pegs and holes These easy-to-grasp eggs are ideal for children to learn counting, sorting, number recognition, and color matching. This set promotes dexterity and fine motor skills all while children explore and play with the eggs. When children are finished playing, they can simply stack the eggs back into the durable carton for convenient… More »

Perfect for busy professionals on the go, this lightweight laminated guide to ASQ-3™ keeps administration and scoring basics close at hand. Sold in packages of 5 so everyone in your program can have a copy. English version.

2 years & up. These hand puppets make up a perfect play set to help children and caregivers role-play together! Four simple glove puppets in zoo animal, farm animal, and career themes make it easy and so much fun to act out scenes, practice new vocabulary, and spend quality time playing together. Great for motor skills and self-confidence too! Made with brightly patterned, washable fabrics and built to last, these soft and sweet hand puppets are sure to be go-to toys for years to come. Enriches… More »

6 months & up. Made from 100% recycled plastic, these brightly colored tug boats feature a drain hole on the deck for filling with water, an opening on the front to pour it out, and a sturdy handle for carrying. When not filled, the tug boats will float on top of the water too! Whether being used at home, in the bath or adventures at the pool, these tugs boats are sure to make water activities more exciting. Measure 9"L x 5.25"W x 4.25"H. Includes 2 tug boats. No BPA, phthalates,… More »

Child proof your home, classroom, or child care center with care using this helpful Safeguarding Kit Multi Surface Coverage for Home and Classroom. This kit includes all the necessary materials to keep your place safe for little ones. These items allow grown up access to cabinets, electrical outlets or doors, but keep children out. The kit includes a pack of 12 clear outlet plugs, 4 door knob covers and 2 cabinet flex locks.

12 months & up. A shape-fitting game and a wooden toy truck together as one, in this Wooden Safari Truck Sorter! Featuring a safari theme, the giraffe, hippo, lion, and their friends are taking a trip into the wilderness while the friendly zebra drives the wooden vehicle. The safari bus has five insert holes in animal shapes on all sides through which the matching figurines can be inserted. The wooden animal figurines can be easily removed through the large opening in the rear of the truck.… More »

12 months & up. Bundled exclusively by Ditty Bird for customers here at Kaplan Early Learning, these musical books will brighten any day! In the Farm Animal Sounds book, follow Ditty Bird on many musical journeys with 5 of his favorite farm animal sounds, along with his favorite animal sounds song. In the Cute Animals book, explore 5 of his favorite cute animal real-life sounds and 5 beautiful textures. Through these two musical books, children will discover textured illustrations and animal… More »

10 months & up. Introduce young children to early weather concepts with this fine motor Dimpl Billow & Bright set. Children can refine their fine motor skills by popping the large silicone bubbles on the cloud or explore cause and effect as they look at themselves in the double-sided mirror at the center of the sun. Cloud measures 4.6"L x 6"W and sun measures 6.25" in diameter. Made with 100% food-grade silicone and BPA free.

Through footage of ASQ-3™ tasks and close-ups of sample questions and scores, learn how to score the questionnaires accurately and decide if a referral for further assessment is needed.

10 pack of blank square paper pads.

18 months & up. This book set was specially designed to captivate toddlers and twos while laying a foundation for early learning skills. Each page has bright, colorful images with clear word labels. Set of 6 board books.

This complete, interactive curriculum for toddlers contains a wealth of activities and experiences. It includes these critical components: applying child development theory to everyday experiences; using assessment to meet individual developmental needs; using the physical environment as a learning tool; developing a partner relationship with parents; fostering an interactive climate in the classroom; and educating parents. Paperback. 416 pages.

The ASQ:SE-2™ Quick Start Guide is a convenient, at-a-glance guide that keeps ASQ:SE-2™ scoring and administration basics right at the fingertips. Perfect for busy professionals on the go, this Quick Start Guide is laminated, lightweight, and so cost-effective that every professional in a program can have one (it's sold in a package of 5). ASQ:SE-2™ users will turn to the Quick Start Guide for clear, simple directions on selecting the correct questionnaire, scoring ASQ:SE-2™,… More »

6 months & up. Children will learn the magic of nature with this unique plush toy that starts out as a caterpillar and opens to a beautiful butterfly. Machine washable.

18 months & up. Rise and shine--it's waffle time! Little ones can cook and serve homemade waffles with this gourmet breakfast set. Waffle iron lid moves up and down to give children the realistic experience of making their very own waffles. Butter, syrup, and strawberries top off this tasty breakfast treat. Made from durable plastic, and perfectly sized for little hands. Includes: waffle iron, 4-piece waffle, 1 syrup bottle, 2 strawberries, 2 pats of butter, 2 plates, and 2 forks. Waffle iron measures 6"D.