Sand & Water

18 months & up. Encourage sensory exploration, science experimentation and dramatic play both inside and outside the classroom with this durable, mobile Indoor/Outdoor Sand and Water Table. Made from a combination of Poly+, a composite material made from 30% less plastic, polycarbonate plastic, and stainless steel hardware, this durable table is designed to be used continuously with messy, wet materials. Sturdy locking casters allow for easy maneuverability around the classroom and between environments.… More »

2 years and up. Encourage sensory play and STEM exploration with the Sand Sifter Set. The extra-wide scoops, large pans, 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 any water or sand table to life with this fun play set. Offers children opportunities for sensory exploration, imaginative play, skill development, and learning in outdoor environments, a valuable addition to any play space. Floating boats introduce concepts like buoyancy, displacement, and water resistance in a tangible way, and help develop an understanding of basic physics principles. Water and sand play is both fun and educational and has a range of benefits for your… More »

2 years and up. Give children a smooth, solid play experience with this collection of Natural Sorting Stones. These stones are perfect open-ended play companions. Children can examine their colors, shapes, and textures; use them to create a stony structure; or do anything else their imagination dictates. The smooth surfaces of these stones will make children think they are getting one right out of a stream. Stones come in 3 different sizes. Largest stone is 3.25".

2 years and up. Journey through the natural world with this set of Nature-Inspired Loose Parts. The stones in this collection focus on three distinct natural environments: the sea, the forest, and the winter landscape. This variety gives children tremendous freedom to engage with whichever environment they choose. They can also mix the stones to create a snowy sea or a wintry forest. The choice is theirs!

3 years and up. Fill your classroom with foamy fun! This 2-pack of Playfoam Pluffle™ brings a world of sensory play possibilities to center time, playtime, or any other appropriate place. The foam will cluster in children's hands when they squeeze it and immediately expand after they let it go. This play experience will give children both rich tactile stimulation and a dependable source of calm. Includes one 2 lb. bag of each color, blue and green.

3 years and up. An innovative take on the classic marble run, the Waterway Block set allows children to combine building activities with sensory exploration! While sending balls down the set's routed paths, children can begin early explorations in architectural design, physics, and other STEM concepts. The set's foam construction and water wheel make it perfect for both indoor and outdoor sensory play. Includes 15 pieces that enable multiple arrangements and building possibilities. Base measures… More »

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.

3 years & up. Encourage your children to explore sand or loose dirt with this exciting Aluminum Scoops & Sifter Set for Discovery and Sand Table Play. This rust-proof aluminum set is perfect for exploration, STEM activities, or prospecting for cool rocks. Includes a pan sifter, four nesting cans with two perforated bottoms, and three scoops. The scoops have 3"L handles and extra wide scoops. Pan sifter measures 9"D.

18 months & up. The natural color base and clear tub will fit in any classroom decor. Features a deep clear tub and adjustable legs from 19" to 25". Use Indoors or outdoors. Table has a 5 year warranty. Fabric Cover and Replacement Lid are also available, sold separately.

Create an inclusive, accessible classroom environment through thoughtful details like the Carolina Connections Inclusive Mats. These easy-to-clean, flexible plastic mats can be used with a variety of sensory-based materials to provide additional stability while making the tops and inside of storage shelves interesting play spaces. Padded material reduces noise pollution during play, creating a less stimulating environment for children who may need it. The visual contrast of mats on natural wooden… More »

18 months & up. Scoop®, dig, pour and more! Children love playing in the sand, and this set is just right for your Sand Table or play area. Rugged plastic sand set includes a total of 20 pieces - four 7" high buckets with handles, and four each: shovels, hand diggers, scoops with handles, and large sieves. Pieces and colors may vary from those shown.

18 months & up. Explore ancient architecture through sand play. Perfect items to add to your beach toys or sand table! Fill each with sand to create exciting sand molds. Set includes 5 world landmarks. The sand molds include versions of the Taj Mahal, Parthenon, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Colosseum, and Eiffel Tower. Colors may vary.

3 years & up. Sized right for small hands, this set gives children all the right tools necessary to experience water play in multiple ways. Use these tools to scoop®, squirt, pour, measure, and splash. Children can even use the tubing for experimenting. This 35-piece set promotes fine motor skills while teaching children about water properties. Encourage children to test the buoyancy of the tools to develop early STEM skills.

18 months & up. Durable for the toughest construction job, this set of 5 textured rollers feature easy grip handles and a 5" rolling surface. Children will have fun creating designs, road and patterns in the sand. With 5 different patterns, thesel plastic rollers can also be used with paint. Color of handle may vary. 7"L x 5"W. Set of 5.

3 years & up. Includes 5 textured rollers, 4 buckets, 4 shovels, 4 hand diggers, 4 scoops, and 4 large sieves. Colors may vary.

18 months & up. These translucent buckets are optimal for enjoying with water, sand, or a sand alternative as you'll be able to clearly see all the details of a child's exploration. Use to build sand structures or explore with water and enhance sensory learning. Set of 6.

3 years & up. Create the ultimate sensory experience for children using the Carolina Connections Discovery Tables. Curved tables can be configured and attached in a variety of ways to suit the needs of your space and the children utilizing it. Each tabletop of the included 3 tiered tables features a different engaging way to play. A mirrored tabletop fosters a child's self-awareness, self-esteem, intellectual curiosity and cognitive development. A deep play tray provides the perfect place surface… More »

2 years & up. Bring any water or sand table to life with this lively, interactive play set. This durable, plastic play set includes 2 shovels, rake, watering can, bucket, sand and water wheel, and a water pump which allows children to see the process of water moving up the pump and out the spout.

3 years & up. This Waterworks Play Kit is a great way to introduce children to water properties and makes a great addition to any water table. Encourage children to splash around and explore how each piece reacts with water. For extra STEM learning create an activity to teach children about buoyancy using these exciting pieces. This kit includes boats and corks for floating, sea animals for swimming, funnels, tubes, measuring cups, pipettes, plastic tubes, and a storage container.

3 years & up. With over 100 manipulatives, take AR sand play to the next level! Let children's imaginations run wild as they dig for dinosaur bones, roam the Serengeti, or manipulate the North American landscape. Explore underwater worlds while sifting through sand for seashells and other treasures! Each set includes 5 aluminum sand sifters, 11 dinosaur skulls, 12 dinosaur bones, 11 vinyl dinosaurs, 48 real seashells, 11 vinyl sea animals, 6 vinyl African animals, 13 vinyl North American animals,… More »

12 months & up. Promote collaborative play with this exciting Sturdy Waterproof Play Table for Sand and Water Sensory Exploration. This durable table promotes messy play and sensory learning. Encourage children to build in the sand and splash around in the water. Have them describe how each element feels. Include sand and water accessories for extra fun! Table top is made from marine grade material that is completely weather resistant and will not fade from the sun. Remove the inserted tub to… More »

3 years & up. With hat on head and tools in hand, children can enter the world of paleontology through discovery of ancient fossils and dinosaur skulls. Includes 10 fossils, 11 dinosaur skulls, 2 pith helmets (measuring 4.5"H x 10.95"W x 9.90"L each), 2 brushes, and a bucket with tools. All you need to do is add sand!

3 years & up. Let your child dive into creative fun with the Preschool Long Sleeve Art Apron. These long-sleeve aprons offer full coverage during painting, water play, or messy activities. The aprons are easy to wipe clean with soap and water, making cleanup simple and stress-free. They secure comfortably with hook-and-loop fasteners and ties around the waist. When children wear one of these aprons, they can focus on exploring colors, textures, and art techniques with confidence, knowing they… More »