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Outdoor Learning

Bring learning outdoors with Kaplan’s outdoor learning collection. From garden kits to active play and exploration tools, these durable, child-friendly resources encourage creativity, discovery, and skill-building through hands-on experiences in natural environments.

Outdoor Clipboards - Set of 3
Item: 62160
Status: In Stock
$29.95
Flexible, weather-resistant clipboards with a handy paper storage pocket on the back -- perfect for outdoor journaling, map drawing, or creative expression. Set of 3.
Outdoor Buckets For Mud Kitchen and Exploration - Set of 2
Item: 301297
Status: Out of Stock
$41.95
3 years and up. Buckets are the perfect addition to a child's outdoor play space. Buckets can be used to enrich a mud kitchen experience, gather natural items found outside, experiment with water, and much more. Little learners will experience more than fun in the sun as they improve gross motor skills while immersed in sensory play. Sharpen those math skills filling and emptying buckets introduces basic concepts of volume and measurement. These versatile containers can inspire hours of imaginative play and exploration!
Sensory Play Stones: Foods of The World - 8 Pieces
Item: 35479
Status: In Stock
$39.95
2 years & up. Let children explore global food and bring awareness to different cultures and encourage imaginative play. The stones are made from a stone resin and are durable and easily cleaned making them perfect for mud kitchens and outdoor food adventures. Set includes 8 foods: bao bun, empanada, kalitsounia, pizza, samosa, spring roll, sushi, and taco. Measures 1.5" to 3".
Discovery Weaving Frames
Item: 35523
Status: In Stock
$39.95
3 years & up. Children can experiment with layering, patterning, and abstract expression using Discovery Frames. Large, translucent frames in square, triangle and circular shapes feature notches and holes for weaving and lacing using the twine strings included in the set. Layer found loose parts and natural materials (not included), furthering a child's organic connections. Enhance creative play with 6 double-sided concept cards providing creative inspiration. Square frame: 8.6"W x 8.6"H, Triangle Frame: 10.2"W x 9"H, and Circle frame: 9" Diameter. Ribbons and natural items not included.
Sensory Play Stones: Breads of The World - 8 Pieces
Item: 35480
Status: Out of Stock
$39.95
2 years & up. Be inspired with the unique selection of breads from around the world. Children will enjoy turning the outdoor kitchen into a bakery and create their own bread delights! The stones are made from a durable stone resin and can easily be cleaned. The set of 8 includes: saffron, bun, pretzel, croissant, challah, bagel, fougasse, and poppy seed bread. Measures 2" to 3".
Sensory Play Stones: Threading Kebabs - 12 Pieces
Item: 35478
Status: In Stock
$39.95
2 years & up. Children will enjoy cooking up some tasty kebabs with this unique selection of fruit and vegetables. Just find a stick and thread chosen stones onto it, exploring food and patterns while strengthening fine motor skills. The pieces are made from a stone resin and are easily cleaned making them perfect for a mud kitchen. Set includes 12 pieces, 2 each of the following: watermelon, sweetcorn, pineapple, mushroom, zucchini, and banana. Pieces measure approximately 2".
Plant-It Starters Vegetables and Herb - Set of 3
Item: 55607
Status: In Stock
$26.95
4 years & up. Kit includes a pot, germination bag, seeds, a peat disk, instructions, and three plants: tomato, green bean, and sweet basil. All certified organic.
The Anywhere Silent Basketball - 9.5"
Item: 302131
Status: In Stock
$30.95
3 years & up. Take your game indoors without the noise with The Anywhere Silent Basketball! Designed for silent indoor training, this airless, high-density foam basketball allows you to practice dribbling and shooting drills without disturbing others. Despite its soft construction, it delivers a realistic bounce, mimicking the feel of a traditional basketball for an authentic playing experience. Measuring 9.5 inches (Official Size 7), this basketball is perfect for all skill levels and standard training exercises. Whether you're working on ball handling, improving your shot, or simply enjoying a game indoors, The Anywhere Silent Basketball is the perfect solution for quiet, effective practice anytime, anywhere!
Explore & Find Adventure Kit
Item: 302716
Status: In Stock
$49.95
2 years & up. Encourage early curiosity with the Explore & Find Adventure Kit! This hands-on science set invites little explorers to observe, discover, and investigate the world around them. The kit includes five durable, kid-friendly tools: binoculars, a magnifying glass, jumbo tweezers, a specimen jar, and a 3-in-1 discovery tool. Each item is perfectly sized for small hands and supports early science learning, fine motor development, and outdoor exploration. Whether children are searching for bugs, examining rocks, or collecting tiny treasures, this kit turns everyday moments into exciting learning adventures. Perfect for nature walks, classroom discovery centers, and open-ended play.
Binoculars - Set of 3
Item: 302712
Status: In Stock
$44.95
2 years & up. Encourage curiosity and outdoor discovery with this set of 3 kid-friendly binoculars, perfect for classrooms, nature walks, and backyard adventures. Designed especially for young learners, each pair is lightweight, easy to hold, and built to withstand everyday use. These binoculars help children observe birds, insects, plants, and more-while supporting early science skills and outdoor exploration. Great for group learning and independent play, this set is an ideal addition to any STEM or nature-based program.
Scooter Boards
Item: 301124P
Status: In Stock
$29.95 - $179.95
3 years & up. Scooters are fun to ride either sitting up or laying down and enhance coordination, gross motor skills, balance, and more. Each one is 1" thick durable high-density plastic, lightweight with free flowing 2" poly casters that are non-marring, rubber composition wheel and maintenance free. Includes safety handles to make this scooter board fun to ride and gives more control. Each scooter has a 200 lb capacity and measures 11.25"L x 11.25"W x 3.5"H. Available individually or as a set of 6.
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Preschool Beyond Walls: Blending Early Childhood Education and Nature-Based Learning - Paperback
Item: 99353
Status: In Stock
$34.95
Children are spending less time being outside in nature, playing, imagining, and learning about their surroundings. Instead, they're spending more time with tablets, televisions, and overly structured routines. This book shows practical and strategic ways educators can create rich, explorative, and interdisciplinary learning through extensive outdoor experiences. Learn how to develop and implement a nature-based curriculum to support children's optimal learning, from start to finish. Age focus: 3 - 6 years. Paperback. 128 pages.
Carry and Discover Magnification Containers - Set of 2
Item: 300786
Status: In Stock
$39.95
18 months & up. Carry and Discover Magnification Containers are the ultimate adventure companion for children. Children can collect and closely observe natural materials, special treasures, and interesting specimens. A completely clear container and a magnifying top enhance possibilities for scientific discovery and nature-based exploration. Use this set of stacking, easy-to-clean containers during experimentation with wet and dry materials.
Adjustable Sand and Water Table and Accessories
Item: 92752P
Status: In Stock
$32.95 - $559.95
18 months & up. The natural color base and clear tub will fit in any classroom decor. Features a deep clear tub and adjustable legs from 19" to 25". Use Indoors or outdoors. Table has a 5 year warranty. Fabric Cover and Replacement Lid are also available, sold separately.
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Bilingual Color and Number Beanbags
Item: 302443P
Status: In Stock
$28.95 - $58.95
2 years and up. Encourage early language development, numeracy, and active play with this set of Bilingual Color and Number Beanbags. Perfect for classroom games and activities, these beanbags help children build gross motor skills, spatial awareness, color recognition, and number literacy. Each beanbag features bilingual labeling to support early learners with colors or numerals, dots, and words presented in both English and Spanish. Whether tossing, sorting, or counting, children will enjoy physical and cognitive engagement with every game. Beanbags measure 4" x 4". Available individually or as a set.
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Geometric Beanbags - Set of 12
Item: 301387
Status: In Stock
$34.95
2 years and up. Enrich play with mathematical learning using this set of Geometric Beanbags. Teachers can use these beanbags to design fun classroom games that get children moving and develop muscle strength and spatial awareness along with shape recognition skills. Children can throw certain shapes at specific targets, identify the shape of the beanbag before they throw it, or play in many other ways that strengthen mind and body. Each beanbag measures approximately 5".
Push and Pull Go Wheelie
Item: 63264
Status: In Stock
$25.95
2 years & up. Get the fun going and rolling! Push along the Go Wheelie that provides an engaging and safe way to support balance, hand-eye coordination, and gross motor function development. Use for playtime indoors and outdoors to encourage imaginative and open-ended play. Measures 23.5" high.
Growing Flowers and Plants Classroom Kits
Item: 34455P
Status: In Stock
$44.95
3 years & up. Growing Classroom Kits come with everything you need for 18 plants. Each kit includes biodegradable pots, germination bags, 2 compressed peat discs, 3 seed packs, and a growing and experiment guide. The Flowers Kit grows Evening Primrose, Dwarf Sunflowers, and Dwarf French Marigolds. The Vegetables Kit grows Green Beans, Sweet Peppers, and Grape Tomatoes.
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Grubs Splash Patrol Sprinkler
Item: 29753
Status: In Stock
$33.95
3 years & up. Splish and splash with this exciting Grubs Splash Patrol Sprinkler for Fun Outdoor Water Activities. Be prepared for watery fun when you attach this durable, whimsical sprinkler to the garden hose. Children will delight as the twelve grubs spray water in all directions. This sprinkler will get children moving with some outdoor water play action! Measures 8"L x 7"W x 4.75"H.
Child's Safety Helmet Size Small - Fluorescent Blue
Item: 99075
Status: In Stock
$26.95
Promote the safe development of gross motor functions with this comfortable, durable helmet size right for small children. This fluorescent blue helmet will help children when they're biking, skateboarding, riding a scooter, roller-skating, and more. Use this helmet to teach children about the importance of wearing a helmet and other safety tips when using their wheels. Complete with adjustable chin straps. Fits most children with a head size of 19.5 to 21.5 inches. 10 vents. Clean with mild, soapy water.
Gas 'N Go Lawn Mower
Item: 93040
Status: In Stock
$49.95
18 months & up. Make mowing a family affair with the Gas 'N Go Lawn Mower. Complete with a gas can and starter chord, this child-size lawn mower gives children everything they need to cut the grass alongside their parents. This highly mobile play will strengthen children's gross-motor skills and teach them cause and effect as they hear the engine start when they pull the starter chord. Measures 20"L x 12"W x 21"H.
Plastic Dinosaurs - 8 Pieces
Item: 147013
Status: In Stock
$39.95
3 years & up. Adventurers, are you ready to travel back in time? Set the prehistoric scene back millions of years when dinosaurs roamed the Earth! This Eight Piece Dinosaur Collection features various species of the most fun and ferocious dinosaurs that ever lived from the Triceratops to the Tyrannosaurus Rex. Dinosaurs range in size from 7" - 9" long to 2.5" - 4" high. Includes: 8 Dinosaur figurines.
Tuff Tray Cover
Item: 301702
Status: In Stock
$35.95
The Tuff Tray cover is durable, lightweight, and water repellant with elastic edges that can easily be left outdoors. Measures 39"D.
Cozy Pumper - Gray
Item: 90469
Status: In Stock
$46.95
18 months - 3 years. The Cozy Pumper gives children all the elements of a gas-pumping experience, including a pump, a number pad, and the three octane levels. The dramatic-play experiences that this pump creates will strengthen communication skills as children ask for what they want and cultivate empathy as children enter the mindset of someone who actually gets gas. The Cozy Pump requires two AA alkaline batteries (not included). Measures 14L x 15W x 17.5H.