Language and Literacy Resources

PreK & up. Play hands-on alphabet games, build words and learn letters with these washable, lightweight bean bags. The bean bags are make of soft, felt and embroidered with uppercase on one side and lowercase on the other. Letters are color-coated, consonants in blue and vowels in red.

3 years & up. Guide children to good writing with these Textured Touch and Trace Cards. These cards have directional arrows that provide step-by-step instructions for writing each letter. They also have green dots that tell children when to start tracing and red dots that tell them when to stop tracing. This highly interactive exercise will help lay a solid foundation for writing success.

PreK & up. Make learning sight word fun with these brightly colored Sight Words String Ups. With this set of important early vocabulary words children will develop literacy, fine motor skills, dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and color recognition. Simply set a sight word on your child's tray and have them spell the word out using the provided letter beads. Encourage children to identify the colors they are working with. This set includes: 218 printed sight words, over 280 letter beads (.875"),… More »

3 years & up. Hands-on learning that's easy, educational and fun! Colorful individual cards teach letter and number formation as children develop the fine motor skills necessary to learn to write letters and numbers. Also included in the Numbers & Counting set, are early educational activities such as counting, math concepts and simple shapes. Twist, bend, or simply press down -- no glue, no mess, and endlessly reusable! Buy the individual card sets, or buy both sets together, as a kit. Scent-Free. Made in the USA.

High quality, durable wall chart with 10 see-through plastic pockets displays entire word cards, pictures, or sentence strips, hiding nothing! 100% tough nylon fabric. Enliven lessons across the curriculum with this versatile pocket chart. Designed with grommets for easy mounting  Features a convenient reverse-side storage pocket, to help keep your classroom organized. Word and picture cards sold separately.

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 a carton to hold all the pieces. Pocket chart sold separately.

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 »

3 years & up. Support bilingual learners with this unique set of magnetic foam letters! Start basic word building, practice letter sounds, and increase vocabulary. Both sets include Spanish accent marks (tildes) to assist with correct pronunciation. Play and practice to build early literacy. Each set includes 54 letter tiles and each letter measures 1.75" high.Choose to buy both together as a set, or purchase individually.

3 years & up. This 8 page STEM Journal outlines how to utilize the scientific process in an early childhood classroom. Each of the 11"L x 8.5"W 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.

4 - 7 years. This matching game is an ideal outlet for children to use skills they've mastered! Cards and game boards are thick with rounded corners, washable surfaces, and real-life photos that delight little players. Players practice alphabet skills as they match uppercase and lowercase letters to photograph clues. Play six ways for hours of fun! Photos for real-life learning. Activities included. Sturdy storage box. 52 two-sided cards, 3" x 4". Instructions include multiple ways to… More »

3 years & up. Foster self-awareness and artistic expression with the Single Self-Portrait Mirror. Mirrors have lots of developmental potential for young children. Children can sharpen self-recognition skills by looking at themselves and describing what they see, or they can cultivate artistic skills by drawing themselves. These are just 2 of the many ways that this mirror can help children grow. Measures 8.5" x 11".

This set of 90 colorful cards feature an array of photos from all food groups and cultures. Foods are identified in both English and Spanish. Use these cards as a foundation to learn and discuss nutrition. Photo Cards measure 4.25" x 5".

18 months & up. Put llamas to work for literacy with the Snap Together Letter Llamas. Each llama has 2 parts - one with an uppercase letter and another with a lowercase letter. Children must connect the 2 parts together to make a full llama. This activity is a fun, engaging way to help children recognize the connections between uppercase and lowercase letters.

3 years & up. Provide a platform for learning and creativity with Write-On Wipe-Off Blocks. These cube-shaped blocks have a dry-erase board on each side (6 boards altogether) where children can write, draw, or do anything else they can imagine. Teachers can also use them for educational purposes such as letter and number practice. Every block has manifold possibilities! Each block measures 3" x 3" x 3".

Grades K - 5. Reinforcement at home is proven to speed up a child's learning. These home literacy cards are great to use during parent conferences and can be used with any children's book. Once parents understand the fluency strategies that will help their children read, learning can be extended beyond the classroom. Each card is 5.5" X 9.75." Pack of 10. English.

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.

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!

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. 10"L x 9.75"W x 6"H.

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 bag. Easel sold separately. Measures 3"L x 3"W.

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 Measures 30.1"W x 61.25"H x 30.1"D. Assembly required.

3 years & up. These sturdy, over-sized lacing and tracing letters support eye-hand coordination, visual discrimination, letter recognition, and fine motor skills! Vowels are yellow for easy identification during early spelling and phonics activities. The consonants are blue, red and green. These large letters feature raised edges, which makes them easy to hold and an ideal tracing resource for arts and crafts. The cord-like, shoestring laces are stretchy with plastic tips. The tips protect… More »

3 years & up. Turn early literacy into a sweet learning adventure with this playful ABC cookie game set. Children practice letter recognition, beginning sounds, CVC word building, and early vocabulary as they spin, match, and build simple words using the alphabet shaped "cookie" pieces. Picture cues, bright card borders, and color-coded red vowels guide emerging readers while keeping learning fun and engaging. Includes 45 double-sided cards, 2 spinners, and 42 lowercase alphabet cookies… More »

4 years & up. Unleash your imagination and dive into the world of storytelling. As you create and share your own stories, you'll build confidence in your speaking abilities, develop clear communication skills, and expand your vocabulary in fun and meaningful ways. Includes 12 soft-plastic Chatmallows with printed story icons (48 icons), 4 Chatmallow sticks, campfire with flickering LED, and activity guide. Perfect for 2 - 4 players. Requires 2 AAA batteries, not included.

2 years & up. Make early literacy hands-on and engaging with this set of uppercase alphabet stamping stones. Each durable stone features a clearly engraved uppercase letter, perfect for introducing children to the alphabet through play. Whether used in sand, dough, or paint, these versatile tools support letter recognition, phonics, and the foundations of word building. Designed to withstand outdoor and indoor learning, they encourage exploration and creativity across a variety of sensory-rich… More »