Language and Literacy Resources

Young children need developmentally appropriate experiences and teaching to support literacy learning. Kaplan offers materials that foster children's interest in and enjoyment of reading and writing. Find products to create print-rich environments and tools for children to see and use written language for a variety of purposes and expand their vocabulary. Our selection of songs, fingerplays, games, poems, and stories will develop phonemic awareness and help children focus on the sounds and parts of language as well as the meaning.

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Eco-Friendly Animal Hand Puppets - Set of 4
Eco-Friendly Animal Hand Puppets - Set of 4
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Item: 37768
Status: In Stock
$76.95
Birth & up. Enhance imaginative play with this set of 4 Eco-Friendly Animal Hand Puppets! Children will act out scenes by making these puppets walk, run, dance, and more. Puppets provide opportunities for children to build their language skills and hand-eye coordination through collaborative play. Each puppet is designed with a soft, comforting material made out of 100% recycled plastic bottles. Hand wash only with warm, soapy water and let air dry.
Kaplan Dough Literacy Mats - Set of 26
Kaplan Dough Literacy Mats - Set of 26
Item: 86301
Status: In Stock
$27.95
2 years & up. Children can create dough objects to put on the dough mats! Each mat has a letter and corresponding object for children to make and place on the mat. These mats are a wonderful and engaging way to incorporate literacy and fine motor skills. Activity card(s) included Gently wipe clean with a damp cloth, air dry. Measures 8.5" x 11". Set of 26.
Alphabet Floor Puzzle - 24 Pieces
Alphabet Floor Puzzle - 24 Pieces
Item: 63544
Status: In Stock
$34.95
3 years & up. Develop letter recognition and build fine-motor skills at the same time with this fun floor puzzle! Learning the ABC's will be F-U-N with these whimsical letters and colorful, real-life photos. Children will love the up-close, vivid images representing all the letters of the alphabet. This large 24-piece real photo puzzle is made of extra-thick durable cardboard with a wipe-clean surface. Puzzle insert included. Measures 24" x 36". Made in the USA.
Writing Readiness: Dry Erase Prewriting Skills Book
Writing Readiness: Dry Erase Prewriting Skills Book
Item: 63728
Status: In Stock
$39.95
3 years & up. Support fine motor skills as you introduce beginning writers to eight basic writing skills in a fun and engaging way. Real images encourage children to establish familiarity with the strokes necessary for early letter formation. The 16 double-sided thick and sturdy dry-erase pages are bound at the top to allow for easy flipping and accommodates both right- and left-handed writers. Eraser and dry-erase pen are sold separately.
Sequencing Stories
Sequencing Stories
Item: 63760
Status: In Stock
$31.95
3 years & up. Develop skills in sequencing, memory, observation, and logic with 12 sets of four-step sequence stories. Includes 48 thick and durable real-image picture cards, activity card, and storage box. Pocket chart sold separately.
Small Mirror Letters
Small Mirror Letters
Item: 63827
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. Set of 26 laser cut double-sided mirror lowercase letters, made from highly reflective acrylic. A sensory manipulative for children to experience as they feel, see, play with and trace around. Perfect for light play and sand and water experiences. All pieces come with a small hole at the top so they can be strung up to create mobile displays
STEM Journals - Set of 10
STEM Journals - Set of 10
Item: 86303
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. This 8 page STEM Journal outlines how to utilize the scientific process in an early childhood classroom. Each of the 8.5" x 11" pages provide a space for children to draw pictures along with developmentally appropriate lines to write text as they utilize the scientific method. Perfect addition to any science center! Set of 10 journals.
Preschool Journals - Set of 10
Preschool Journals - Set of 10
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Item: 63183
Status: In Stock
$36.95
3 years & up. This inviting journal supports a variety of skills including fine motor, literacy, and memory. The 32 page journal offers several tips and ideas on journalism, explain how and why we journal, and how to extend the experience for children. Each page is blank to encourage drawing, writing, or a combination of both. Journal measures 8.5" x 11". Set of 10 journals.
Snap Together Letter Llamas
Snap Together Letter Llamas
Item: 35055
Status: In Stock
$26.95
18 months & up. Smiling llamas help children learn to recognize and match letters and colors. Llamas pull apart and snap together with ease, helping kids build coordination, hand strength, and other fine motor skills. Uppercase and lowercase letters on the side of each llama match and snap together, and the whole set comes in a container for easy storage.
School Readiness Journals - Set of 10
School Readiness Journals - Set of 10
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Item: 63185
Status: In Stock
$39.95
4 years & up. This inviting journal supports a variety of skills including fine motor, literacy, and memory. The 32 page journal offers several tips and ideas on journaling, explain how and why we journal, and how to extend the experience for children. The pages have a blank area to encourage drawing and two developmentally appropriate line spaces for the emergent writer. Journals support D'Nealian™ and Zaner-Bloser™ writing styles. Measures 8.5" x 11". Set of 10 journals.
All About Me Journals - Set of 10
All About Me Journals - Set of 10
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Item: 89829
Status: In Stock
$21.95
3 years & up. Invite children to tell their story in their own individualized book with these journals for children. The 8.5" x 11" journals serve as wonderful self-discovery tools and provide a template for children to create their own self-portrait along with 8 writing prompts for kids to help them draw/write their own story. Set of 10. Great for back to school!
Writing Caddy
Writing Caddy
Item: 70140
Status: In Stock
$49.95
Keeping everything organized will help children find what they are looking for instantly. Can store many different essentials to make learning fun. Includes a handle so it can be moved from place to place easily on a moment's notice. 6"H x 9.75" W x 10"L.
Spanish & Bilingual 24-Piece Floor Puzzles
Spanish & Bilingual 24-Piece Floor Puzzles
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Item: 63175P
Status: In Stock
$34.95 - $139.95
3 years & up. Spanish number, letter, color, and shape words are beautifully represented in these vivid real-photo floor puzzles. These 24-piece puzzles are made of extra-thick, durable cardboard with a wipe-clean surface. The shapes puzzle shows eight shapes labeled in Spanish and represented by everyday items. The number puzzle shows the numeral along with the Spanish word represented with families of different sizes. The alphabet puzzle shows both upper and lower case letters with a picture… More »
Rhyme Time Early Literacy Magnets - Set of 30
Rhyme Time Early Literacy Magnets - Set of 30
Item: 63797
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. Enhance early language development with these Rhyme Time Practice Early Literacy Magnets with Pictures. Each magnet contains an early vocabulary word with a corresponding image. Children will enjoy matching rhyming words on any magnetic surface. The set includes 30 magnets and a storage bag. Easel sold separately. Measures 3"L x 3"W.
Reading Time Apron for Story Props
Reading Time Apron for Story Props
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Item: 86385
Status: In Stock
$28.95
Making story time engaging is easier with this comfortable Interactive Reading Time Apron for Felt Pieces and Other Story Props. This durable apron is made from loop fabric. Simply attach hook velcro to items to get them to stick to the apron. The three large, spacious pockets store characters and tape. One size fits most. The items shown on apron are not included.
Mobile Flip Chart Writing Easel and Magnetic Dry-Erase Board
Mobile Flip Chart Writing Easel and Magnetic Dry-Erase Board
Item: 70219
Status: In Stock
$519.95
This sturdy, metal framed easel features a magnetic dry-erase board, two big book and marker trays, three rings to hold pocket charts or flip charts, and a shelf to store extra supplies. Also features 2" locking casters. Measures 61.25"H x 30.125"W x 30.125"D. Assembly required.
Giant Lacing and Tracing Letters
Giant Lacing and Tracing Letters
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Item: 62167
Status: In Stock
$36.95
3 years & up. These sturdy, over-sized lacing and tracing letters support eye-hand coordination, visual discrimination, letter recognition, and fine motor skills! Color-coded vowels for easy identification. Each letter is 4.5"H x 3.75"W. Includes 26 uppercase and 26 lowercase letters with 16 laces.
Draw and Play Standing Magnetic Board
Draw and Play Standing Magnetic Board
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Item: 37997
Status: In Stock
$199.95
2 years & up. Inspire creativity and vertical building with this all-in-one Draw and Play Standing Magnetic Board. Children can stand to draw on the write-on/wipe-off board while simultaneously using magnetic play pieces, taking creations and basic STEM activities to a whole new level. Storage at floor level on either side of the board keeps magnetic toys, dry-erase markers and play essentials organized and accessible. A sturdy birch frame makes this unique play board durable enough for continued… More »
Beginning Word Builder
Beginning Word Builder
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Item: 37738
Status: In Stock
$24.95
Ages 3 & up. The Beginning Word Builder is a great group activity for practicing spelling, reading, and identifying words. The Beginning Word Builder is designed to grow with children as their literacy skills develop and encourages critical thinking skills to investigate vowel-consonant (VC), consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC), and consonant-vowel (CV) words. Word and picture cards attach to the top of the word builder for easy access to prompts. Includes 1 Word Builder, 8 Lowercase Letter Rings,… More »
Eco-Friendly Hand Puppet - Pig
Eco-Friendly Hand Puppet - Pig
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Item: 37742
Status: In Stock
$18.95
Birth & up. Enhance imaginative play with this Eco-Friendly Pig Hand Puppet! Children will act out scenes by making the puppet walk, run, dance and more. Puppets provide opportunities for children to build their language skills and hand-eye coordination through collaborative play. This puppet is designed with a soft, comforting material made out of 100% recycled plastic bottles. Hand wash only with warm, soapy water and let air dry.
Chalkboard-Based Alphabet & Number Puzzles
Chalkboard-Based Alphabet & Number Puzzles
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Item: 148360P
Status: In Stock
$27.95 - $54.95
3 years & up. Encourage children to practice early handwriting and number formation, while reinforcing letter and number recognition, with these Chalkboard-Based Alphabet & Number Puzzles! Each puzzle consists of a chalkboard base with tracers and indented spaces, allowing the child to practice printing letters or numbers without "going out of the lines." Use the indented spaces to trace the shapes of the letters or numbers with their fingers, or use a piece of chalk to print,… More »
Alphabet Affirmation Cards
Alphabet Affirmation Cards
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Item: 300194
Status: In Stock
$27.95
3 years & up. Encourage children to develop a positive sense of self and healthy social and emotional mindset with the Alphabet Affirmation Cards. Each card is made to mirror different skin tones, has a unique design with a positive affirmation and letter of the alphabet written boldly. The cards are have a matte finish and rounded corners. Each card measures 5"L x 4"W. Includes 26 alphabet cards and 1 instruction card.
Alphabet Flashcards Set - Uppercase & Lowercase
Alphabet Flashcards Set - Uppercase & Lowercase
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Item: 34857
Status: In Stock
$11.95
Early introduction to learning just got more fun with this flashcard deck that grows with the child! Beginning with letter recognition to color-coded vowels for more advanced learning, these flashcards follows children on their own spelling journey. Cards are made of durable material for long time use. Set includes uppercase and lowercase letters with 26 cards in each. Letters are of the English alphabet.
Crayola® Take Note!™ Chisel Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count
Crayola® Take Note!™ Chisel Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count
Item: 34225
Status: In Stock
$16.95
3 years & up. The Crayola® Take Note!™ Dry-Erase Marker set is perfect for classroom or home use with bold colors and smooth and crisp lines every time. Twelve broad line dry erase chisel tip markers in assorted colors feature an ink level indicator. Fun colors include: My Valentine (2 markers), Glow Party, Love You So Matcha (2 markers), Twilight Sky (2 markers), Back to the Fuchsia, Berry Pretty, Expresso Yourself, and Little Black Dress (2 markers). Vibrant colors at any angle!