Preschool Classroom Materials

2 years & up. Taking care of dolls helps children learn to nurture and care for others. Children will experience caring for their dolls as they rock them to sleep in this old-fashioned cradle. Add this cradle to any dollhouse and encourage dramatic play. Just right for many different size dolls. Includes bedding: pad, comforter, and pillow. Assembly required. Styles of bedding may vary. Measures 22"W x 12"H x 14"D.

2 years & up. Inspire creativity and self-expression with the Wooden Tabletop Easel. Sized just right for young children, this compact easel brings art exploration to tables, counters, and classroom activity centers without taking up floor space. This two-sided wooden easel features a dry-erase surface on both sides, giving children room to draw, write, paint, and create. Paper can easily be fed to either side, making it simple to switch between drawing acitivites, painting projects, or early writing practice. The attached trays help keep materials organized and within reach, encouraging independence while supporting open-ended art experiences. The sturdy wooden frame folds flat for easy storage when not in use. Each side measures 17" x 15" while the whole easel measures at 19.25"W x 21"H x 17.5"D. Includes four paint cups. Trays are removable, but would have to be unassembled in order to take them off.

2 years & up. Enhance traditional block play with a set of wooden blocks inspired by Roman, English, Middle-Eastern and Asian architectural styles. Special curved blocks, arched accents, and unique pieces in the Architectural Unit Block set encourage children to engage their imaginations or to recreate classic building styles they have previously seen. Combine with traditional unit block sets (sold separately) to multiply the build possibilities.

2 years & up. The perfect addition to the dramatic play area, the Shop with Me Grocery Cart will make little ones think they are roaming the aisles of the store during playtime. A sturdy metal construction, pivoting front wheels, and an accessible cart basket make this the ideal mini grocery cart for children. Young children can put dolls in the front section, and fill up the cart with pretend food or other dramatic play accessories.

3 years & up. What do you want to be when you grow up? This set includes many of the men and women you see in your city or town working hard to keep everyone safe and healthy. The community helper shirts have printed details and silk-screened accents that represent each career. The careers featured include a doctor, chef, mail carrier, construction worker, police officer, and firefighter. Each shirt opens in the front and has hook-and-loop closures. They would make a great addition to the dramatic play center and can also help establish dramatic play themes in the classroom. Machine washable.

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.

2 years & up. Children can maneuver magnetic balls through intricate, nature-inspired mazes. The Nature's Paths Magnetic Leaf Mazes each feature organic shapes, and authentically-inspired routed paths. Use the attached magnetic wand to navigate the maze's twists and dips while practicing hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. Encourage deeper problem solving and critical thinking while solving all three different mazes. Wooden construction and shatter-resistant, clear-view tops make this toy a safe, interesting addition to any environment where young children learn and play.

3 years & up. Inspire a deeper interest in science, extinct creatures and basic geology principles through this Magnetic Fossil 3D Puzzle. Chunky pieces feature interesting textures and a subdued natural color scheme. A satisfying magnetic click will indicate a correct match-up of pieces, encouraging children to complete the puzzle and create a realistic replica of an Ammonite.

3 - 5 years. Add imagination and a cape to discover what wonderful adventures and stories children will create. Each of these velvet-like capes has a unique, stylized crest to inspire adventures in the past, present, and future. Perfect for the dramatic play center! Children will love participating in imaginative play with these capes. Machine washable.

18 months & up. Encourage loose parts exploration, numeracy and scale activities, and sensory play using this set of coconut-inspired Counting Bowls. Made in part using durable Poly+, these bowls are perfect companions for indoor and outdoor adventures, nature collections, and sand and water play. Each bowl features a molded number and corresponding holes for sifting, water exploration, and number recognition. Largest bowl measures 9.8"L x 9.8"W x 4.25"H. Smallest bowl measures 3.5"L x 3.5"W x 2.7"H.

18 months & up. Encourage dramatic play and fine motor skills with these easy to grip Old MacDonald's Farm Finger Puppets. These farm animals are great props for interactive storytelling. Have children make the noises of each animal as they use them. This six-piece finger puppet set includes five farm animals (pig, chicken, sheep, horse, and cow) and a farmer. Great to use with the nursery rhyme "Old MacDonald Had a Farm". The set is made from soft vinyl. Farmer is 3"L.

3 years & up. Encourage exploration and discovery with this authentic set of replica Super Shark Teeth. Providing children with replica shark teeth allows them to touch, examine and compare the size, shape and texture of different teeth. Inspire imaginative play as children pretend to excavate fossils or be marine biologists studying sharks, encouraging creativity, storytelling, and role-playing skills. Designed for children, this 40-piece set features a variety of sized teeth from a range of shark species. Use during loose parts play and in conjunction with relevant science lessons to spark a desire for deeper learning.

18 months & up. Create an inspiring art center with this beautifully crafted, multi-sided easel. The adjustable, upright surface allows children to draw and paint with the fine movement enjoyed by professional artists and the ability to fully focus on their creation. Soft plastic clips secure papers in place while children create their works of art. Plastic paint cups are removable and easily washable once painting is done. The plastic trays are also removable for easy cleaning. Knobs on top sides of each easel panel twist and slide vertically to adjust painting surfaces to a comfortable height for each child in the class to be accommodated. When a child stands upright to paint or draw, they can easily adjust their line of sight from the canvas in front of them to their source of inspiration. Ships ready to assemble. Clean tray and paint cups with warm water and mild soap. Measures 20"W x 49"H x 23"D. Paint trays are adjustable from 14"H to 22"H.

2 years & up. Who lives in each barn? Colors and visual clues will help the animals find their way home. The 28-piece set includes wooden barns numbered from one to six and color-coordinated animals to match both the number and color on the barn. Great for working on counting, sequencing, shape-sorting and color matching skills!

3 years & up. Our jumbo-sized beads are perfectly designed for little hands! Crafted from durable, unbreakable plastic, these beads are built to withstand years of hands-on learning in the classroom. This set includes 360 vibrant, chubby beads in six fun shapes and six bold colors, each featuring extra-large holes for frustration-free stringing. Packed in a convenient plastic container, these beads make for easy storage and endless creative fun. The round bead measures 0.75 inches, making it just the right size for small fingers to grasp and explore! Set includes 6 lacing strings.

3 years & up. These versatile, easy-fit tubes are the perfect hands-on manipulative for endless creative exploration! Use them independently or elevate playtime by incorporating them into a light table, sand, or water play for a dynamic sensory experience. Simply add a child's imagination, and watch as curiosity leads to exciting discoveries! Designed for durability and easy organization, this 80-piece set comes neatly stored in a sturdy, stackable container measuring 12"L x 7"W x 6"H - making cleanup and storage a breeze.

3 years & up. Bring balance to your classroom or home with these Balancing Beams and Stepping Stones. Keep your balance and step from stone to stone. This colorful balance beam set is a versatile toy that lets kids get creative as they stay active. It features 8 beam sections and 5 sensory step-stones to connect and build a balancing course with! Children can create endless combinations thanks to simple, versatile design - just line up the happy faces on the beams and press down. They're sensory, with bumpy designs that'll add a lil' tactile fun to playtime. Build one long beam, a zig-zag course, or anything else you can dream up - it's a snap! The set comes with beams and modules that you can assemble in a multitude of ways to accommodate both your students and your space. Walking on these balance beams will strengthen children's gross motor skills and improve their coordination. Color and textures may vary.

2 years and up. Introduce foundational literacy and math concepts through hands-on play with the Wooden ABC and Numbers Peg Puzzle Set. These puzzles help children develop letter recognition, number identification, matching skills, and fine motor coordination. Featuring brightly colored pieces with easy-to-grasp pegs, the set encourages children to match letters and numbers to their corresponding spaces. As children manipulate the pieces, they strengthen hand-eye coordination, finger dexterity, and problem-solving skills while becoming familiar with the shapes and sequences of letters and numbers.Whether used during independent play, small-group instruction, or learning center activities, these puzzles provide a fun, tactile way for children to build essential skills. Available individually or as a set.

3 - 5 years. Encourage independence by allowing children to practice dressing skills in the dramatic play center with these soft and authentic dress-up garments that feature pullover tunics and hook-and-loop closures. You can enhance the dramatic play experience and celebrate diversity with students by adding books, food, music, and props that share the history of each culture. These machine-washable garments are 100% polyester, with the exception of the Indian and Russian costumes, which are 10% cotton/90% polyester.

3 years & up. Design all types of construction vehicles with our engineering set. Perfectly sized for small hands, children can connect the chunky bolts, wheels, and joints. As children build, they boost planning and motor skills. A total of 210 pieces in a stackable plastic container.

2 years and up. Enhance scientific exploration with the Traveling Treasures Discovery Lab. This lab is a great portable storage unit for natural materials, bugs, sensory objects, and anything else young children find fascinating and want to examine more closely. The magnifying lids, tweezers, and additional handheld magnifier help children investigate the items in the natural environment or in the classroom.

3 years & up. Discover a fun-filled world of active play in this collage of up-close images of children engaged in a healthy lifestyle. Complete the puzzle to see children climbing, cooking, blowing bubbles and so much more! This large 24-piece real photo puzzle is made of extra-thick durable cardboard with a wipe-clean surface. Puzzle insert included. Measures 24" x 36".

18 months & up. Introduce your toddler to a world of creative play that hides developmental benefits within the fun! The versatility of this play set means the creative possibilities are endless! Care givers and parents can join their toddlers in the fun to experience developmental milestones. Fosters development of fine motor skills, visual-spatial awareness, and problem solving abilities. Includes 65 pieces in 12 different colors. Bricks are twice the size of the original LEGO® bricks. Set features modern colors, 2 people figures, car with moving wheels, bread, 1-2-3 number bricks for learning, and a convenient box for storage.

12 months & up. Inspire imaginative play and early learning with this Community Helpers Hand Puppet Set! Excellent for creative role-play, career exploration, and cultural awareness activities, these 8 soft puppets feature realistic outfits that represent familiar occupations. Children can act out real-world scenarios while learning about the important roles people play in their communities. <br /> Perfect for home and classrooms, this engaging puppet set encourages children to develop social-emotional, language, and communication skills through storytelling and cooperative play. An ideal addition to any dramatic play or career exploration learning center. Set includes: doctor, chef, firefighter, postal worker, construction worker, farmer, veterinarian, and police officer. Each puppet measures 12"L and is perfectly sized for little hands.