Preschool Classroom Materials

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.

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.

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 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".

3 years & up. Fuel children's imaginations with the Wooden Transportation Set. This set features a variety of vehicles that travel on land, in the air, or on water, so children can reach any destination they want. From race cars and school buses to helicopters and police vehicles, the variety of options encourages open-ended storytelling, imaginative play, and real-world connections. The durable wooden vehicles feature smooth finishes and rubber tires that glide across floors, block structures, and play surfaces. As children push and maneuver the vehicles, they strengthen fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and finger dexterity while exploring concepts like cause and effect. The assortment pairs perfectly with block play, allowing children to build cities, roads, airports, and harbors that expand creative learning opportunities. Vehicles measure from 2.125" to 5.125" long. Set of 24.

3 years & up. This art easel is like having two easels in one! The durable wooden easel frame has two 24" x 24" dry erase boards on each side and two plastic trays. When children aren't painting, they can create imaginative drawings using dry erase markers. The boards adjust on legs from 36" to 48"H. Assembly is required. Cups, brushes and paper clip are sold separately. Assembly required.

3 years & up. Bring an architectural element to block play with these wonderful Unit Blocks. Children will love building up structures and knocking them down to create more! Encourage your children to use their imagination to build unique structures or to recreate their favorite buildings. Have them identify the familiar shapes as they build. This set promotes fine motor skills, strategic thinking, collaborative play and creativity. Made of hardwoods with sanded smooth, beveled edges and are available in different sizes and shapes.

18 months & up. These exciting hand puppets realistically represented animals from the jungle. The Safari Animal Puppets promotes dexterity, fine motor skills, and dramatic play. Use these puppets during an interactive storytime or an engaging lesson about safari animals. Encourage children to identify the animals and make their sounds as they create stories to act out. Set of 6 puppets includes zebra, giraffe, toucan, elephant, monkey, and lion. 9"L. Surface washable.

Add the convenience of washability to Kaplan's high-quality paint. It won't streak, crack, or rub off and dry to a satin finish, and they're so thick you may even want to add water for additional mileage. Kaplan Tempera Paints are non-toxic (certified with AP Seal for safety & ASTM-D436). Made in the USA.

3 years & up. Unlock endless creativity with this vibrant 140-piece construction set! Featuring bright fluorescent colors and easy-to-connect pieces, this set sparks imagination and hands-on learning. With five unique shapes in five assorted colors, kids can explore countless building possibilities while developing fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem-solving abilities. Perfect for open-ended play, collaborative projects, and STEM learning adventures! Includes a sturdy, stackable container that measures 12"L x 7" W" x 6"H.

2 years & up. Kaplan economical, easy-glide crayons have bold, no smear colors. This large size set has 400 crayons, 50 of each color in a class share corrugated box. Box is re-usable and is perfect for class use or at home for all of your creative kiddos. These crayons produce vibrant colors on all paper types.

3 years & up. Strengthen memory, reasoning, and problem-solving skills with the Shadow Matching and Memory Game. This engaging game encouages children to match familiar objects to their corresponding shadows while building important cognitive and visual discrimination skills. As children compre shapes, identify silhouettes, and make visual connections, they develop critical thinking, concentration, memory retention, and observation skills through hands-on gameplay. The interactive matching format encourages children to think carefully about object characteristics and visual differences. Perfect for individual exploration or small-group learning, this game supports collaborative play, turn-taking, and communication skills. The set includes 2 double-sided boards and 36 matching tiles, perfect for use with 3-4 players.

3 years & up. Keep dramatic play areas organized with the Clothes Tree. Perfect for early learning environments, this vertical storage unit features mutiple hooks that allow children to hang costumes, hats, and accessories independently. By keeping materials visible and within reach, children are encouraged to take ownership of their play, supporting independence and imaginative exploration. The tree-style design maximizes storage while minimizing floor space, making it ideal for classrooms. Its sturdy Carolina Birch plywood construction ensures long-lasting durability, even with daily use. More than just storage, the Clothes Tree helps create a structured, organized environment that supports role-playing, storytelling, and social development. 4 hooks. 12" square base, 36"H. Some assembly required. Costumes not included. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

Create a rainbow of colors that won't streak, crack, or rub off with this bright colored set of Kaplan Non-Toxic Tempera Paint Gallon Assortment. These gallons are great for refilling bottles of paint or filling smaller containers. Painting is great for encouraging creativity, fine motor skills, arts and crafts, and imagination in the classroom. Available individually or in a set of eight. The set of 8 includes one gallon each of orange, white, green, black, purple, blue, yellow, and red. Kaplan Tempera paints are non-toxic (certified with AP Seal for safety & ASTM D-4236). Made in the USA.

Keep learning spaces organized and puzzles easily accessible with the Wood Knob Puzzle Case. Specially designed to store and organize Kaplan's jumbo knob puzzles, this durable wooden storage rack helps educators maintain a neat classroom environment while encouraging children to independently select, use, and return materials. The open design provides easy access to the puzzles, supporting self-directed learning, responsibility, and classroom organization. This sturdy puzzle case extends the life of educational materials while creating an inviting learning area for fine-motor and cognitive development activities. Holds up to 7 puzzles and measures 16"W x 15"H x 13"D . Puzzles not included.

3 years & up. Prepare young children for a confident start to preschool with the Time for Preschool Kit, a hands-on preschool readiness kit designed to make early learning playful, engaging, and approachable. Created for children ages 3 and up, this take-home preschool learning kit helps families support early skill development through multisensory activities, creative play, counting practice, pre-writing experiences, and interactive family engagement.  The kit includes a clear vinyl backpack, crayons, a book, a puzzle, a journal, single Playfoam, kid counters, and an activity calendar, giving children a fun and convenient collection of preschool readiness materials. Each activity encourages curiosity while helping children explore textures, strengthen fine motor skills, build early writing confidence, practice problem-solving, and develop excitement about going to school. Contents may be substituted with developmentally appropriate items that serve the same purpose.