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As an early childhood educator, you want every child to thrive, regardless of their abilities or learning style. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) provides a framework for designing learning experiences that are inclusive and accessible to all children. In this guide, you�ll learn how to apply UDL principles to your early childhood environment to create a welcoming, engaging, and effective learning environment for every child. From designing flexible learning spaces to using technology to support… More »

In today�s world, it�s crucial that we equip children with the tools they need to stay safe. Yet, many adults don�t know where to begin. Written for educators and parents by a prevention education expert, Body Safety for Young Children is the comprehensive guide you need to navigate this complex and sensitive issue. Author Kimberly King takes the fear out of sexual-abuse prevention and makes it child-friendly and approachable, so you can confidently communicate with children and protect them from… More »

Calm and in Control provides strategies to help children in a preschool or kindergarten classroom learn to regulate their emotions and behaviors. Some children need help recognizing that something is upsetting or overly exciting. Others may have difficulty knowing how to calm down and take control of their emotions or behaviors on their own. Discover how to create a nurturing and consistent environment that supports children as they navigate learning, social interactions, and impulse control throughout… More »

Elevating Equity requires educators to be mindful of how to include children, families, and colleagues in all parts of early childhood programming. Elevating equity is all about creating systems that celebrate everyone! Sounds great-but how do you do it? Elevating Equity: Advice for Navigating Challenging Conversations in Early Childhood Programs takes a positive approach by embracing differences and meeting readers where they are. Get nonjudgmental, practical advice from an experienced trainer… More »

Equity means individuals get what they need to succeed. As early childhood classrooms and programs become increasingly more culturally and linguistically diverse, educators need ideas for connecting with families to learn what children need. The more families are engaged, the better the outcomes for children. Early childhood administrators and teachers collaborate to create equitable and inclusive learning environments where children and families feel welcome. Building Equitable Early Learning Programs:… More »

18 months & up. Take classic dot painting to the next level with this Small Dots Mess-Free Painting Set! Each kit comes with four dot markers in four different colors (blue, red, pink, and yellow) and four reusable picture cards. Give children one of the dot markers, and let them create their very own piece of art. The picture card's layout ensures that each child's unique design will still be in the shape of a cat, turtle, tree, or butterfly. Picture cards are reusable - flip open the picture… More »

18 months & up. All young budding artists will enjoy this My First Mess-Free Finger Painting Kit! Children flip open the plastic sleeve, pour in the paint, and flip the picture closed again. Then comes the fun part! They smear the paint around, without getting their hands or clothes dirty while coloring in a beautiful picture! With a little bit of soap and water, the paint rinses off the plastic sleeve and the fun starts all over again! The sturdy pages can withstand the energy and intensity… More »

Sofia and her siblings can barely wait for nightfall because they want to fill a jar with fireflies. Once Mars flickers and the owl begins to hoot, Sofia and her whole family venture out into the night to find and catch fireflies. All the while, the fireflies light up the sky like a glittering galaxy. Enjou this thoughtful story about engaging with nature in fun yet responsible ways. The book also includes informative end matter that tells readers how to find fireflies and protect their habitats. 32 pages.

4 years and up. A girl growing up in the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria takes a trip to spend a week with her Muslim extended family in the countryside town of Ijebu to celebrate Eid al-Adha. Her days in Ijebu are filled with celebrations, traditions, and special time connecting with family. Breathtaking illustration and poetic writing draws the reader into the sensory experience of celebrating Eid in Nigeria, includes information about Nigeria and Eid al-Adha, recipe for Nigerian Puff Puff and more. 32 pages.

The TinkerTar Tiger Guitar is the easiest way to introduce children to the enchanting world of music! The 1-string guitar is the ideal beginner instrument to ignite a passion for music and foster creativity. Children will build confidence and develop essential fine motor skills as they work from simple to more challenging songs. The Kaplan TinkerTar Tiger Guitar includes an exclusive easy-to-follow teacher guide written by music teachers to make playing the guitar and teaching children music simple… More »

3 years & up. Little ones will enjoy taking care of their baby just like a real parent, with the Baby Doll Bathtub with Shower & Rubberduck! The Bathtub and Shower is the essential bath time accessory for all dolls that can go in the water. When the tub is filled with water, push down on the button and use the shower attachment to bathe and rinse off a favorite doll. The bathtub and shower require no batteries and are part of the Mon Grand Poupon Corolle Collection of dolls, fashions, and… More »

8 years & up. Children will use their science inquiry and investigation skills as they explore this collection of 9 fossils. Fossils Kit comes with an identification chart, storage tray, adhesive labels, and information guide.

3 years & up. Foster experimentation, problem solving, and other STEM-related concepts through captivating play with the Air Toobz Classroom Set. Using a child-safe turbine, Air Toobz send foam balls flying through a network of modular tubes and up into the air. The set offers continual opportunities for customization with adjustable airflows that create different speeds and interchangeable parts that you can arrange in many different ways. Create loops and swirls, or weave them under tables… More »

Ages 2 years and up. This lovely set of 12 leaves in natural tones will encourage children's imagination and curiosity about the world around them. Created from a unique stone mix ideal for outdoor learning and explorative play, these durable leaves can be used in water, soil, mud, and clay. Perfect for sensory play, details can be felt and seen. Your little learner will explore further making rubbings using crayons. Set of 12 stones consisting of six pairs of leaves with seasonal tones. Set includes… More »

18 months & up. Enable children to discover beautiful, colorful designs all by themselves with the Forest Friends Coloring Kit. Simply give children the jumbo pencil and watch them reveal the patterns on the template. No matter what or where children try to color, the pencil will only color the predetermined areas that are part of the design. This means that children play a part in making the design come to life while still following the template. Set includes 24 animal-shaped cards and 2 jumbo colored pencils.

18 months & up. Introduce children to the joy of artistic discovery with the Magic Coloring Set. Just add water to the pen, and let the children use it to color in the animal. As they color, children will discover the beautiful design that is underneath the outline! Once the water dries, the color disappears and the coloring sheets can be used again and again. Set features 8 animal coloring sheets; 2 mice, 2 cats, 2 owls, 2 bears, and 2 water pens.

18 months & up. Children will appreciate endless creative possibilities with this kit of Animal Scratch Color Sheets! With the wooden stylus, children can scratch off as much or as little of the sheet as they want. They can stop after they scratch off a design that they like, or they can scratch until they uncover the entire design. Either way, children will get the satisfaction of knowing that they created a beautiful piece of art. Set includes 10 coloring sheets and 2 styluses.

12 months & up. Teach little learners the alphabet with this classic set of Wooden ABC Learning Blocks with Storage Tray! Made of FSC™ certified wood, each block is brightly colored and features smooth edges. Each face of the wooden block presents a unique opportunity for children to develop various skills; uppercase alphabet, numbers 0-9, shapes, lowercase alphabet, phonics, and colorful illustrations. This set of 30 ABC blocks is made to withstand many years of play and comes complete… More »

2 years & up. Which one are you? These charming, tactile Little People Like Me have been designed to represent different skin tones, helping children identify with the figures and see themselves in play. Their minimal features and neutral expressions allow children to attribute any emotion to them making imaginative play and storytelling completely open-ended. Made from a durable stone mix and easily washable, they are perfect companions for all sorts of adventures, both inside and outdoors.… More »

2 years & up. Fresh from the mud kitchen or outdoor area comes fruit salad, poached fruit, cobbler and pies! These durable Sensory Fruit Play Stones can withstand the toughest of treatments and are as good as new once cleaned up. Children will find all sorts of ways to prepare and serve these delightful tactile stones for all-year-round dining. Set includes eight colorful fruits: apple, pear, peach, strawberry, avocado, kiwi, orange and lemon. Each stone measures between 1.5" - 3".

2 years & up. Offer the perfect ingredients for creative cookery in the mud kitchen with the Sensory Vegetables Play Stones! Boiled, roasted, fried or steamed, the vegetables can be used to make all sorts of dishes: soups, stews, salads or stir fries. As sliced vegetables, children can see how the tactile stones compare to the real thing. Sensory Stones are able to withstand the toughest of treatment and are as good as new once cleaned up. Set includes eight vegetables: tomato, pak choi, onion,… More »

2 years & up. Measure, cut, stir, and whisk your way to sequencing success! Durable for use in all environments, these tactile stones show a simple image of a cooking process on one side and a related word on the reverse. Ideal for introducing key vocabulary the stones can easily be lined up to show the stages of a recipe, indicate an area for a specific task, or used as a way to allocate roles. Made from a unique stone mix, each set contains ten process stones: bake, cook, crush, cut, measure,… More »

2 years & up. Inspire children to get creative in the mud kitchen using the Mud Kitchen Activity Cards. With lots of muddy recipes to choose from, children will be eager to get mixing, blending, baking, and creating! Each card includes beautiful photographic images on one side with activity prompts, vocabulary, and extension ideas on the reverse. Made from durable plastic, any muddy splashes can be easily washed away. Each set includes 16 double-sided cards measuring 8" x 11".

2 years and up. This set of realistic flower heads will help grow children's curiosity about the natural world around them. Created from a unique stone mix, they are durable enough to be used outdoors and are perfect for mud kitchen play, sand tables, and nature walks. These tactile stones encourage open-ended play and imagination. Set contains eight garden flowers: carnation, daffodil, dahlia, gerbera daisy, pansy, rose, sunflower, and tulip. Each flower stone measures approximately 2".