Preschool Classroom Materials

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. 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.

3 - 5 years. Inspire children to explore a variety of careers with these five career garments. Features hook-and-loop closures for easy dress up. Accessories and hats are included for all with the exception of the astronaut garment. 100% polyester. Soft, machine washable fabric. Includes: Mechanic, Construction Worker, Mail Carrier, Astronaut, and Chef. Available individually or in a set of 5.

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.

4 years & up. This inviting journal supports a variety of skills including fine motor, literacy, and memory. The 32 page journal offers several tips and ideas on journaling, explain how and why we journal, and how to extend the experience for children. The pages have a blank area to encourage drawing and two developmentally appropriate line spaces for the emergent writer. Journals support D'Nealian™ and Zaner-Bloser™ writing styles. Measures 8.5" x 11". Set of 10 journals.

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.

This 17-piece Wooden Block Balance set provides a hands-on STEM experience featuring cubes, rectangles and notched squares to creatively stack on the curved balance board. Explore and experiment by arranging the blocks on each side of the board to evenly distribute weight to achieve a balanced result. Children will develop STEM-based skills such as spatial sense, estimation, reasoning, probability, and the concepts of none, more, less, most, smaller, smallest, bigger, biggest. Included: Balance Board, 8 Cube Blocks, 4 Rectangle Blocks, and 4 Notched Square Blocks.

3 years & up. These wonderful Multicultural Stamp Pads to Stamp and Print Realistic Skin Tones are a great tool for self portrait projects. Children will love creating diverse figures for their art projects. These stamp pads help promote creativity, art learning, and crafting. This jumbo stamp pad set is complete with 4 different skin tone colors.

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".

3 years and up. Inspire big dreams through pretend play! Our collection of career costumes for preschoolers lets children step into the shoes of community helpers and professionals-from doctors and firefighters to chefs, builders, and teachers. Dressing up encourages imaginative storytelling, boosts language development, and helps children learn about different jobs that make a community work. Designed with comfort and durability in mind, these realistic dress-up outfits are easy to slip on and take off, making them ideal for classroom dramatic play centers or home learning spaces. As children explore roles and responsibilities, they gain a better understanding of teamwork, empathy, and problem-solving in fun, hands-on ways. Durable, machine-washable materials designed for years of pretend play. Available individually, or in a set of 5.

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".

3 years & up. Promote conversation and learning around familiar people, places, and things while developing cognitive skills with these large, 24-piece floor puzzles. The Transportation, Construction, Fire Truck, and Farm puzzles are made with extra-thick, durable cardboard. They have wipe-clean surfaces and can be purchased either individually or as a set of 4. Puzzles measure 24"L x 36"W each.

3 years & up. Spanish number, letter, color, and shape words are beautifully represented in these vivid real-photo floor puzzles. These 24-piece puzzles are made of extra-thick, durable cardboard with a wipe-clean surface. The shapes puzzle shows eight shapes labeled in Spanish and represented by everyday items. The number puzzle shows the numeral along with the Spanish word represented with families of different sizes. The alphabet puzzle shows both upper and lower case letters with a picture of common items and animals that begin with that letter. The color puzzle illustrates ten colors with food and both Spanish and English color words. Puzzles measure 24" x 36" each. Available individually or as a set of 4.

3 years & up. Enhance your dramatic play area with beautiful, sturdy furniture that invites movement and interaction from all angles. The wooden Carolina 3-in-1 Dramatic Play Center combines pretend kitchen play, dress up play, and a market stand all in one comprehensive storage and activity center. The front features a compact play kitchen, complete with a sink, small fridge, range, microwave and storage for pretend food and cooking utensils. On one side, a patterned fabric awning, a reversible chalkboard/write-on wipe-off board and a play surface invite children to engage in storytelling. The back features a bench seat with cubby storage as well as pronged hooks for hanging costumes, scarves, and accessories, while the other side features a full length mirror. Made from durable, easy-to-clean birch plywood. Measures 44.4"W x 42"H x 25"D.

3 years & up. This state-of-the-art table system provides children with multiple ways to explore and experiment with different STEM principles and hands-on activities. Use the interchangeable, interactive bin lids to engage with magnification, heat, magnets, reflection and more. Conveniently store the lids in the built-in storage when not in use. Bins can be filled with sensory materials, loose parts, natural materials and more to inspire imagination and exploration. A gridded top piece, and a double-sided chalkboard/write-on/wipe-off board allow for drawing, measuring, data collection and more. The possibilities are endless with this comprehensive classroom center! Measures 36"W x 34"H x 28"D.

2 years & up. This wooden doll high chair combines modern aesthetics with functional play. Featuring a spacious seat and convenient footrest, it provides the perfect setting for little ones to care for their dolls. As children engage in pretend play, they develop essential skills such as empathy, nurturing, and responsibility. These interactive experiences encourage imaginative play scenarios, allowing kids to explore caregiving roles. The high chair's plastic-capped feet ensure stability while adding a polished finish. Measures 12.5"W x 24"H x 13.5"D. Fully assembled. Doll sold separately.

18 months & up. Bring all the excitement of the grocery store to playtime with this wooden Cash Register. Children will 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 make this the perfect addition to any dramatic play setup. Measures 9.6"L x 8"W x 5"H

3 years & up. Bring the stars down to Earth with these Star Puzzle Connecting Pieces. Like the universe, the possibilities for this set are vast. Children can connect the pieces to form shapes or conceive and execute their own designs. While they turn their imagination into reality, children will develop creative thinking skills, problem solving skills, and fine motor skills.

2 years and up. Make diversity part of art with this set of Kaplan Multicultural Dough. The colors in this set represent a broad spectrum of ethnicities to make every child feel seen. Children can create a masterpiece that looks just like them, experiment with other colors to make something that looks like their friends, or just go wherever their imagination takes them. Includes 6 different colors and 6 tubes of dough in each color. Note: Product does not contain soy.