Preschool Classroom Materials

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. 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".

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.

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.

12 months & up. Encourage early creative expression with a classroom-ready collection of 200 durable jumbo crayons designed to be easy for little hands to grip. Kaplan brand easy-glide crayons provide bold, no-smear color for drawing, crafting, and art experiences while promoting creativity, imagination, fine motor skills, and color recognition. The class pack contains 25 crayons in each of 8 colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, brown, and black. Crayons are organized into individual sections by color inside the included corrugated storage box, making it easier to keep a shared classroom art supply sorted and ready for use. The economical jumbo-size format provides early learners with art tools made for comfortable handling during creative projects. With 200 crayons total, educators can keep a generous supply of essential colors available for classroom arts and crafts.

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. 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.

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. This exciting manipulative is sure to have children interested in math. Children will start to grasp concepts of numerical value when they count the numbers of leaves and place them on the appropriate branch. Each of the four colors of leaves represents a different numeral that matches the corresponding number of leaves. Incorporate a math activity to encourage the development of STEM skills. The vinyl material is easy to clean.

2 years & up. Toddlers and preschoolers love pretend play and taking care of little ones. This set of four includes a receiving blanket to swaddle your baby doll in comfort. Colorful one-piece outfits feature wide neck openings which makes it easy to slip over the baby doll's head. Outfits fasten between the legs. Doll sold separately.

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.

2 years & up. This wooden board with colorful shapes come in graduated sizes. Children will find many ways to align these shapes and colors. Each row has shapes in one color to help children with color and shape recognition. With Match colors, shapes, and heights with 20 vivid pieces in four sizes, shapes, and colors. Encourages motor development, size progression, shape recognition, and understanding of patterns. 4"H x 10"L x 8.5"W.

6 months and up. The Shell Bell Shaker set is a beautiful, nature-inspired take on classic handheld bell shakers. The shakers' easy-to-grip handles and overmolded tactile elements combine with their natural color schemes and authentically inspired details to offer toddlers a cornucopia of sensory exploration and stimulation. A gentle wobble feature encourages focus, hand-eye coordination, and balance, while identical bell sounds inspire group play and auditory exploration. Measures 2.75" 2.75" x 4.75". Available as a set of 3 or set of 6.

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.

18 months & up. Bring the excitement of the grocery store to playtime with the Wooden Cash Register, an authentically inspired addition to dramatic play. Children can use their imaginations, strengthen communication skills, and engage in creative dramatic play while interacting with this realistic toy. Smooth edges, quality materials, and subtle details create an inviting pretend shopping experience for dramatic play setups. Made from solid wood and engineered wood, the register includes an attached scanner, credit card, and pretend play coins, giving children familiar components to incorporate into grocery store role-play. With no assembly or batteries required, the cash register is ready to become part of imaginative classroom play. The compact 9.6-inch-long design provides a realistic focal point for pretend checkout experiences while supporting communication and creative dramatic play. Measures 9.6"L x 8"W x 5"H

2 years & up. Bring life to any block play community with the vibrant Discovery People - Natural. With a natural gradated color scheme, these simplified people shapes will enhance dramatic play opportunities during traditional block play and seamlessly complement the rest of the Discovery collection during light and sensory exploration. Each set includes 16 solid figures: 8 tall figures and 8 short figures in assorted colors. Taller figures measure 1.3"W x 2.8"H.

Birth & up. Children will relate to this lovable set of bears and matching blanket that encourages social emotional development. The four soft and colorful bears will help children identify and label the common emotions of happy, sad, angry, and scared. Have children match the bear to the corresponding color on the blanket, and discuss each emotion. Each bear is 11" tall. Machine washable.

2 years & up. Create a welcoming and organized mealtime space with these double-sided placemats. Featuring natural colors and illustrations, each placemat provides a calming, engaging space for meals while helping children learn routines like setting the table and practicing good manners. Made from durable polyester, these placemats help protect surfaces from spills and messes while standing up to daily use in classrooms and childcare environments. The double-sided design offers added versatility, and the machine-washable fabric makes cleanup simple and convenient. Perfect for mealtime, snack time, and dramatic play, these placemats support independence and social learning in early childhood settings. Each placemat measures 13'' x 9.5''. Set of 4.

2 years & up. Make friends with children from around the world, mixing and matching the chunky puzzle pieces to make many different combinations. Each friend is dressed in clothing that recognizes a different culture -- China, India, Native American, Africa, Mexico, and the USA. Each 3-piece child measures 6"H x 3"W. Set of 6 puzzles.

2 years & up. Cultivate children's love of nature alongside their love of block play with this Wood Stackers Set. Inspired by the natural, polished shapes of river stones, these stones encourage children to build structures that resemble what they see when they explore nature. The stones are sanded smooth to highlight the beautiful gradient of the wood pieces. The variety of sizes will also help children understand concepts like weight, dimension, and balance. Set of 20. Smallest stone measures 1.75"L x 1.5"W x 0.75"H. Largest stone measures 5"L x 2.5"W x 1"H. 

2 years and up. Create beautiful, nature-inspired designs with this set of 6 Mushroom Organic Pattern Rollers. Each roller in this set has its own unique patterns that children can stamp or roll onto malleable substances like sand, clay, and play dough. These rollers will enable children to make their own unique imprint on their surroundings while also developing fine motor skills and creative thinking skills.

18 months & up. Enrich dramatic play through inclusion with these adorable, multiethnic dolls. Featuring sweet expressions, soft huggable bodies, and a one piece romper, these cuddly dolls make the perfect friends for little learners. Children will love caring for these dolls, from feeding them to singing them to sleep; the possibilities for play are endless. Multiethnic set includes Hispanic, Asian, African American, and Caucasian. Dolls are 11" long. Available individually or in a set of 4.

18 months & up. Children can host a tea party of their very own with a beautiful, easy-to-clean Teapot and Cups Set. Complete with a teapot, creamer, sugar bowl with lid and two teacups, this set encourages collaborative pretend play. Made from Poly+, a composite material made from 30% less plastic, this set is durable enough for indoor or outdoor use. Teapot measures 3.5'' x 3.5'' x 3.7'', making it ideal for little hands.