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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.

Critter Barn
Item: 300225
Status: In Stock
$24.95
The Critter Barn habitat is perfect for outdoor discovery activities. Children will love using this safe case for catching butterflies, caterpillars, beetles, or small animals to bring inside for observation during a science lesson. Built in light for day and night use plus a built in magnifier makes watching critters fun.  The lid is ventilated and can hold water. 3 button cell batteries included.
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!
Magnetic Chalkboard and Paint Panel
Item: PL919GP
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$1,352.00 - $1,403.00
Age: 2-5 yrs. Capacity: up to 6 children. Size: 4'W x 4'H. Weight: 132 lbs.
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Science Habitat Center - Blue
Item: 91188
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$410.95
This one of a kind center allows you to create a garden, a butterfly house, ladybug habitat, or whatever science project you wish. A spacious learning environment for your entire classroom. A 5" diameter screw-on cap provides easy access. Comes in blue frame only, with a Mega-Tray, vent plug, and super plug. Remove the dome and turn the center into a Sand & Water Center. Easy to move on (4) 3" locking casters. 2 snap-on caddies are included. Some assembly required. 33"H x 21"W x 21"D.
Vine House
Item: PL894
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$2,504.00
2 - 5 years. Includes two mod boxes. Capacity 8 children. Use Zone; 12' x 12'. Weight: 218 lbs. Measures 48"W x 72"l x 48"H.
Wild Republic 10-Piece Insect Collection
Item: 142705
Status: In Stock
$19.95
3 years & up. Learn all about the different insects that live in our world! Encourages dramatic play and scientific learning. Set of 10 insects. All plastic insects are phthalate-free. Products have been tested to different international toy safety requirements.
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.
Kids' Garden Cards - 50 Hands-On Activities for All Seasons
Item: 36251
Status: In Stock
$19.95
Ages 6-10 years. 50 cards + 8 page booklet. Dig in, explore the garden and have fun indoors and out! Fifty easy-to-follow activity cards in 5 engaging categories invite children to learn not just the basics of gardening, but also new ways of looking at nature. Creative games, nature-themed crafts and unique experiments are enhanced by colorful collage artwork on each double-sided card. Kid-friendly explanations of the history and science behind each activity make this product a valuable multi-layered educational resource. Includes an 8-page booklet that contains information on gardening tools, year-round plant care and garden safety.