Preschool Classroom Materials

2 years & up. Rustic Textured Sorting Stones is a beautifully crafted tactile resource designed to support early math and sorting skills through hands-on exploration. This 20 piece set includes four natural-toned bowls, each paired with four uniquely textured stones in matching colors. Children are invited to explore color, texture, and patterns as they sort, match, and organize each stone into its corresponding bowl. Perfect for encouraging foundational math concepts such as classification, one-to-one correspondence, and early pattern recognition, this set also supports sensory development through rich textures and earthy aesthetics. Ideal for open-ended play, Rustic Textured Sorting Stones is a calming, engaging tool that blends math learning with mindful exploration.

Early introduction to learning just got more fun with this flashcard deck that grows with the child! Beginning with letter recognition to color-coded vowels for more advanced learning, these flashcards follows children on their own spelling journey. Cards are made of durable material for long time use. Set includes uppercase and lowercase letters with 26 cards in each. Letters are of the English alphabet.

2 years & up. Bring creative ideas to life with the Kaplan Dough Custom Colors! This collection includes ten 3.5 lb containers in assorted colors, giving children a vibrant selection for molding, sculpting, and imaginative play. Each container holds ten individually wrapped tubes of soft, non-toxic dough that is never sticky, making it easy for small hands to roll, pinch, flatten, and shape. Open-ended dough activities help develop fine motor skills, hand strength, hand-eye coordination, creativity, and sensory exploration while encouraging self-expression. Reusable containers with secure lids help keep dough fresh and organized between uses. Colors include black, blue, green, light green, orange, pink, purple, red, white, and yellow. Available individually or as a set of 10. Note: Product does not contain soy.

2 years & up. This non-toxic dough is soft and pliable, yet never sticky, making it perfect for molding, stamping, and rolling. Squishing, pinching, and molding the dough helps strengthen little hands and fingers, preparing them for skills like writing and buttoning. Each 1.98 lb tub contains six individually wrapped tubes of dough in one of the following colors: orange, green, blue, purple, red, or yellow, all stored in a reusable container with a lid. Note: Product does not contain soy.

2 years and up. Encourage sensory play and STEM exploration with the Sand Sifter Set. The extra-wide scoops, large pan, and nesting cups in this set enable children to closely examine materials that they find while playing with dirt, sand, water, or other messy materials. The tactile stimulation that sifting provides will serve as an enriching supplement to the scientific discoveries that children make. Largest piece measures 9" x 9". Store in a cool, dry place.

18 months & up. The arctic animals in this set are detailed in texture, traits, and size. Children will enjoy learning about each of the animals through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Each set comes with six animals and an activity guide. The animals range in size from approximately 2" to 3" in height, 3" to 6" in length and 1" to 3" in diamater. Animals are made of non-phthalates PVC.

18 months & up. Encourage toddlers to develop and strengthen their pincer grasp and fine motor skills with these All-Weather Jumbo Tweezers. Molded from new Poly+ material, these are the perfect companion for indoor and outdoor activities. Easy-to-hold tweezers feature textured, extra large grips for small hands. Set includes 6 tweezers. Each tweezer measures 5.7"L x 2.3"W x 1.1"H.

6 months & up. Toddlers will enjoy this smartphone designed just for them. Features 16 icons (each with its own sound), on/off button, and low volume to protect hearing. Requires 2 AAA batteries (included). Available individually or as a set of 2.

18 months & up. Bring the block play area to life with this beautifully designed set of realistic tree pieces. This set of 12 wooden figures features double-sided illustrations of trees in different seasons and stages from a variety of climates. Encourage children to learn about the seasons, different climates, and environments, while visually becoming aware of how trees change based off geographical location. Tallest piece measures 5"H. 12 pieces.

18 months & up. Bring the world into focus through hands-on discovery! The All-Weather Magnifying Glass Set encourages children to explore, investigate, and observe their surroundings with curiosity and confidence. Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, these magnifiers feature 5x magnification to help children closely examine plants, insects, textures, and everyday objects-supporting early science and STEM learning. Molded from new Poly+,a composite material made from 30% less plastic, this waterproof set is the perfect companion for every indoor and outdoor adventure. Solid glass lenses are scratch resistant and protected by over-molded soft-touch plastic. Set includes 4 magnifying glasses. Each magnifying glass measures 7.5" x 3.6" x .9".

12 months & up. Craft, create, and draw with these durable Jumbo Size Crayons Class Pack for Arts and Crafts. These Kaplan brand, economical, and easy-glide crayons have bold, no smear colors. These easy to grip crayons promote creativity, fine motor skills, imagination, and color recognition. This jumbo size set has 200 crayons, 25 of each 8 colors in a class share corrugated storage box. 1 year warranty.

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 educational toy for children.

2 years & up. Turn big building ideas into a big city! These Big City Building Blocks feature an array of blocks to construct tall or short buildings along with trees, bushes, and people to bring the city to life. Each building project supports the development of creativity, gross motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. Blocks are made from natural finished hardwood. Includes: 24 building blocks, 6 people blocks, 2 shrub blocks, and 4 tree blocks.

2 years & up. Build with soft colors of nature, creating organic patterns with friction-fit leaf shapes. Explore symmetry, develop fine motor and spatial skills. Construction activities can be enhanced through light table exploration. A beautiful, subdued, natural color palette and recycled material construction further enhance a child's connection to the natural world. Set includes 10 double-sided activity cards and 96 colorful, interlocking pieces.

Birth & up. Support self-awareness, dramatic play, and everyday learning with this acrylic mirror. Crafted with a durable hardwood frame and shatter-resistant acrylic surface, this mirror offers an alternative to traditional glass. Designed for flexibility, the mirror includes removable legs for floor use or can be mounted on a wall to fit your classroom layout. Feet can bee attached for both vertical or horizontal use, allowing the mirror to adapt to different learning spaces and age groups. An added write-on, wipe-off surface on the back provides even more functionality. Whether used in a dress-up area, dramatic play center, or classroom, it helps foster independence, curiosity, and social-emotional development through everyday interaction. Measure 14"W x 48"H.

18 - 36 months. What do you want to be when you grow up? Children will pretend to be a doctor, construction worker, chef, police officer, mail carrier, or firefighter while wearing these detailed dress-up shirts. Each of the shirts have colorful, printed designs representing an occupation children see in their community. Hook-and-loop closures allow children to practice dressing and undressing, encouraging independence. Promote an understanding of different careers in the classroom by encouraging dramatic play for toddlers with these fun, engaging costumes. Machine washable.

18 months & up. Fill the funnel and watch the wheels turn! This sand and water wheel is the perfect toy for your classroom sand and water table. Pour water, small stones, and sand in the funnel slowly to start off and then faster and faster and study the different ways the wheels react. Made from high-quality, non-toxic plastics. Includes: Double sand and water wheel and removable funnel. Size: 5.25"L x 8.13"W x 14"H.

18 months & up. Identify letters, make simple words, and build motor skills with the block-like shapes in the Bark Block Alphabet Letters set. Includes the 26 letters of the alphabet and 10 others commonly used in words. Made from Poly+, these letters are durable enough for both indoor and outdoor play and play with sand, dirt, water, and other messy substances. Includes 36 faux bark pieces. Each letter measures approximately 2"L x 2"W x .5"H.

6 months and up. Introduce young learners to hands-on discovery with the Kaplan Sensory Balls Set of 6 - a thoughtfully curated collection that turns playtime into purposeful learning. Encourage sensory exploration and engage young ones with surface points inviting visual tracking and touch. Designed for infants and toddlers this set blends engaging tactile textures with vivid, nature-inspired colors to support early developmental milestones. These sensory balls invite children to bounce, roll, grasp, and explore, strengthening both motor skills and sensory awareness in a playful, classroom-tested format.

18 months & up. Make building a captivating experience with this collection of Click Builders. Young children can design an infinite number of structures, which will improve their fine-motor skills, creative-thinking skills, and problem-solving skills. The transparent colors will also teach children about color patterns-especially if they play with these builders on a light table. This set universally connects with other builders. Smallest block size is 1.25". 72 piece set.

This set of 90 colorful cards feature an array of photos from all food groups and cultures. Foods are identified in both English and Spanish. Use these cards as a foundation to learn and discuss nutrition. Photo Cards measure 4.25" x 5".

18 months & up. Encourage children to get a closer look at the world around them with a Two-Handed Magnifier. Molded from the new Poly+ material, this easy-to-hold waterproof magnifier is the perfect companion for every indoor and outdoor adventure. Solid glass lenses are scratch resistant and protected by overmolded soft touch plastic. Set includes 2 magnifiers. Each magnifier measures 8.3" x 5.1" x .8".

18 months & up. Encourage children to get a closer look at the world around them with a Tabletop Magnifier. Molded from new Poly+ material, this safe and durable waterproof magnifier is the perfect companion for every indoor and outdoor adventure. Solid glass lenses are scratch resistant and protected by overmolded soft touch plastic. Set includes 2 magnifiers. Each magnifier measures 7.3" x 7.3" x 6.1".

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.