Science

18 months & up. Children can explore the behaviors of light and color through the pieces in the Light and Color People set. Smooth, transparent pieces made from solid acrylic are sized just right for little hands. Subtle people-shaped pieces enhance traditional block play or loose parts play by adding a simplified element of dramatic play. Encourage imagination while exploring color relationships. Combine with other Light and Color sets to expand the possibilities for meaningful play.

2 years and up. Spark curiosity and scientific exploration by giving children an up-close view of the ancient world with this set of Fossil Specimen Stones. Encased in clear, shatter-resistant acrylic, these authentic specimens show children shells, stones, shark's teeth, and other artifacts from prehistoric times. The set's reference cards feature colorful images and fascinating facts that will enhance any science activity.

18 months & up. Children can explore the behaviors of light and color through the pieces in the Light and Color Cylinder set. Smooth, transparent pieces made from solid acrylic are sized just right for little hands. Enhance building activities while encouraging the development of simple math skills like patterning. Combine with other Light and Color sets to expand the possibilities for meaningful play.

2 years & up. Enhance science lessons and encourage conversations about the life cycles of familiar favorite creatures with this set of 3 Lifecycle Puzzles. Each puzzle features smooth-sanded, nesting pieces that stack into the larger wood cookie. Beautiful, easy-to-understand illustrations show a frog, butterfly, and a turtle at different phases of their life, starting with the egg stage and ending with the adult version of the bug or animal. Sized just right for little hands, this is the perfect… More »

18 months & up. Children can explore the behaviors of light and color through the flat pieces in the Light and Color Disc Set. The smooth, transparent pieces made from solid acrylic are sized just right for little hands. Recognizable shapes enhance building activities and encourage the development of simple math skills like pattern building. Stack two different colors together to explore color relationships. Combine with other Light and Color sets to expand the possibilities for meaningful play.

18 months & up. Children can explore the behaviors of light and color through the geometric pieces in the Light and Color Geo Set. The smooth, transparent pieces made from solid acrylic are sized just right for little hands. Recognizable shapes that fit together enhance building activities and encourage the development of simple math skills like pattern building and size relationships. Combine with other Light and Color sets to expand the possibilities for meaningful play.

12 months & up. Alter the world around you with these Easy Hold Discovery Viewers by Learning Advantage. Different lenses provide different views. Change the color of everything you see with the red, blue and yellow lenses. Distort and magnify things around you with the giant magnifier and the two different types of mirrors. Frame size: 7.25" x 4.75" x 7.5" (insert size is 3.25" in diameter). Included: 6 Easy Hold Discovery Viewers: Magnifier (3x magnification), Concave Mirror,… More »

Birth & up. Nurture multisensory play with this set of Sensory Reflective Balls! Engaging and vibrant, the reflective surfaces of these balls change color in the light as children manipulate each sphere. Providing a slightly distorted reflection in their iridescent surface, these mirrored balls will fascinate children and encourage explorations in facial recognition, descriptive language, and self-esteem. Smooth, lightweight, and easy for small hands to grasp, this set is chemical-free, non-porous,… More »

12 months & up. This glitter panel set comes with three glitter panels in three different colors. Children will love the bright colors and smooth surfaces. Stimulate the senses with gold, silver and purple glitter! Hold the panels up to a sunlit window or a light panel to watch the sparkling colors dance. Small hands will have no problem gripping the large handholds with rounded edges. These durable rubberwood panels are designed to last for years without scratching, leaking or breaking. Size:… More »

Birth & up. This set of six reflective mirror balls all look identical, but have individual characteristics. Some wobble when rolled, or turn and won't roll in a straight line, some feel funny when twisted, spun or shaken and others make different shaker or rattle sounds. The shiny mirror surface provides a distorted fish-eye lens reflection which is fascinating for children to observe. They are robustly constructed from hard wearing stainless steel, are lightweight, smooth and tactile to handle… More »

Birth & up. Children will be fascinated by the distorted reflection from this set of mirrored silver discs. Set of seven discs come in graduated sizes and have slightly flattened centers. Constructed of stainless steel, they are lightweight, smooth, and durable. Discs can be used for stacking, sorting, and sensory play. Sizes range from 2" to 5.5" diameter.

18 months & up. Toddlers will create unique building experiences with this fun set of Grippies® Shakers. They can explore sound and movement while watching the sensory beads rattle their way down the magnetic rods through clear plastic windows. By connecting the magnetic rods to each other and combining them with the over-molded metal ball connectors, toddlers can build interesting models. Great for exercising their auditory, fine and gross motor and engineering skills. Compatible with other Grippies® sets.

2 years and up. Journey through the natural world with this set of Nature-Inspired Loose Parts. The stones in this collection focus on three distinct natural environments: the sea, the forest, and the winter landscape. This variety gives children tremendous freedom to engage with whichever environment they choose. They can also mix the stones to create a snowy sea or a wintry forest. The choice is theirs!

18 months & up. Explore shapes and patterns in nature with this set of 12 wooden leaf tiles. Bring the outside in by using the tiles to make leaf rubbings, printings and molds of each leaf species. Includes 2 tiles of 6 different leaf patterns: oak, birch, aspen, maple, sweet chestnut and beech. Made from sustainably sourced beechwood. Tiles measure 2.5".