Outdoor Learning

6 months & up. Capacity: 24 children. Box Size: 12" x 15.5". Weight: 35 lbs. A full percussion set, great for the whole classroom, in a storage box with a block sorter lid that makes cleaning up more fun. The instruments are all made from recycled plastic and can be played in indoor and outdoor areas. They can be cleaned and sanitized easily, making it great for a classroom ensemble. Set includes: six Eco Tone Blocks in three different sizes to produce different pitches, six Guiros… More »

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.

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.

2 years & up. Block box includes 50 blocks which can be sorted and stored in the box. The lid converts the sorting box to storage. Measures 12"W x 26"L x 12"H.

2 - 8 years. Our Mailman set includes a realistic, weatherproof mailbox with a front chute and a rear opening for removing the mail. Our mail bag set includes 22 plastic preprinted 4" x 6" postcards with easy to write on surface. Nylon mail bag has a hook and loop should strap. Mailbox is 32"H x 13.75"W.

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:… More »

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.

Packed with more than 70 ways to invigorate play with sand and water tables while encouraging problem solving skills, fine and gross motor creativity, and imagination. Children will learn creative ways to explore and discover on their own!

3 years & up. Promote the development of your child's gross motor functions with this exciting Kaplan 12" Get Movin Trike for Fun Outdoor Activities. Kaplan trikes are made by Tilo, an award-winning line of trikes created for the preschool and consumer markets. These trikes are built to support and encourage adventure in children, giving them the confidence to test their limits. Loaded with safety features, these trikes are available in two colors, red/silver and yellow. A simple one-bolt… More »

All ages. This set of beanbags is great for combining gross motor skills and language skills. Encourage your children to identify the colors of the beanbags as they play and help them gain confidence in their color recognition skills. Includes 8 bold colors. Beanbags are bilingual with English on one side, and Spanish on the other side. Each beanbag measures 4"L x 4"W.

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… More »

Easily evaluate the quality of outdoor environments with this helpful and convenient Additional Scoring Protocols Preschool Outdoor Environment Measurement Scale. This tool is great for use in assessing the quality of early childhood outdoor environments. This POEMS scale can also be used as a design and planning guide for teachers and administrators. Set of 10.

All ages. Teach your children to count in English and Spanish with these durable beanbags. This set of beanbags is great for combining gross motor skills and language skills. Encourage your children to identify the colors of the bag and the numbers featured. Includes 10 beanbags from 1 to 10 in 8 colors. Measures 4"L x 4"W.

Designed as a self-study, this scale is intended to raise the quality of outdoor children's environments and promote their use in teaching, research, and practice. Includes a user guide, the scale and scoring protocol, reliability and validity information, and a technical assistance manual for program improvement and planning. Addresses environments for children age 3-5 years. (Additional Scoring Protocols sold separately.)

3 years & up. Build to new heights with this fantastic collection of realistic pretend bricks, blocks, and rocks! This set of lightweight foam builders stack easily for endless creative building projects. The foam construction is waterproof, but not UV-resistant; if kept outside for a long time, the colors will fade. Included: 20-piece Cinder Block Set, 25-piece Rock Wall Builder Set, 25-piece Brick Builder Set, and 25-piece Ice Brick Builder Set. Purchase individually or as a set of 4. Activity cards included.

4 years & up. Promote the development of your child's gross motor functions with this exciting Kaplan 14" Get Movin Trike for Fun Outdoor Activities. Kaplan trikes are made by Tilo, an award-winning line of trikes created for the preschool and consumer markets. These trikes are built to support and encourage adventure in children, giving them the confidence to test their limits. Loaded with safety features, these trikes are available in two colors, red/silver and yellow. A simple one-bolt… More »

2 years and up. Enhance scientific exploration with the Traveling Treasures Discovery Lab. This lab is a great portable storage unit for natural materials, bugs, sensory objects, and anything else young children find fascinating and want to examine more closely. The magnifying lids, tweezers, and additional handheld magnifier help children investigate the items in the natural environment or in the classroom.

12 months - 2 years. Sized just right for toddlers on the move! Heavy duty construction with 5 year warranty. Simple 1 bolt assembly.

4 years & up. Kaplan trikes are made by Tilo, an award-winning line of trikes created for the preschool and consumer markets. These trikes are built to support and encourage adventure in children, giving them the confidence to test their limits. Loaded with safety features, these trikes are available in two colors (red/silver or yellow) and backed by a 5-year warranty. Simple one-bolt assembly gets them rolling in no time! Bars 23".

Prevent big messes with this Vinyl Kaplan Splash Mat. With this mat, children can mix, splash, and splatter without the big clean up. This durable vinyl mat is easy to clean and protects floors, carpets and furniture surfaces from accidental spills. This mat is a must under your easels, drying racks and even your sand and water tables. Measures 48"L x 36"W. Colors may vary.

18 months & up. The large plastic models can be used as a block play prop, a model for making replicas out of blocks or clay and exploring the global world around us. Set of eight famous landmarks from all around the world. Includes: Great Wall of China, Colosseum, Taj Mahal, Mount Rushmore, Sphinx, Moai on Easter Island, Arc de Triomphe in Paris and Temple of Inscriptions. Taj Mahal measures 3.75"W x 3.25"H.

2 years & up. An easy-to-tote watering can is the perfect prop for budding gardeners. Colors may vary.

These smaller versions of adult working gloves are made to help protect little carpenters' hands. Fits most 3 - 5 year olds. Available individually or as a set of 2.

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".