Habitats

Encourage children to explore the world around them with this Animals and Nature from Around the World Poster Set. Children will love viewing the high quality, beautiful scenes from natural settings across biomes. Encourage your children to write and describe what they see in their favorite poster. Set of 12 posters. Measures 11"L x 17"W.

3 years & up. Tantalize all 5 senses with plants from around the world, including Aloe (touch), Spearmint(smell), Cilantro(taste), Rainbow Coleus(sight) and the Cabbage Palm(hearing). This easy-to-grow kit starts sprouting in one week and can be grown indoors for years with minimal care. The dome comes complete with everything needed for people to create their own miniature sensory gardens including soil, 2 kinds of gravel, stone, color stickers, planting mixture, and instructions.

4 years & up. A metamorphosis kit for ladybugs. Watch nature work its magic as you see ladybugs change from cute little larvae into adult beetles in their own Ladybug Land! Includes see-through habitat, voucher to redeem online for 10 to 13 ladybugs and food (at an additional cost), built in magnifier lenses, and fun-filled instruction guide.

3 years & up. Bring learning outdoors with these exciting Big View Bug Observation Jars for Science Lessons and Outdoor Learning. These adorable jars have ladybug wings that open to invite little learners to investigate insects. The wings open to reveal a 3.5x magnifying lens. Children will enjoy collecting bugs outside and observing them. Encourage them to describe or write about the bugs they catch. The screw-on cap and air vents keep specimens secure. Set of 6. Measures 4.5" H x 3.5" in diameter.

3 years & up. Explore the wonders of the wild in this collage of up-close images of animals in their natural habitat. This puzzle features a black rhino, giraffe, tiger, hippopotamus, orangutan, African elephant and zebra with their young. This large 24-piece real photo puzzle is made of extra-thick durable cardboard with a wipe-clean surface. Measures 36" x 24" in size. Puzzle insert included. Made in the USA.

This one of a kind center allows you to create a garden, a butterfly house, ladybug habitat, or whatever science project you wish. A spacious learning environment for your entire classroom. A 5" diameter screw-on cap provides easy access. Comes in blue frame only, with a Mega-Tray, vent plug, and super plug. Remove the dome and turn the center into a Sand & Water Center. Easy to move on (4) 3" locking casters. 2 snap-on caddies are included. Some assembly required. 33"H x 21"W x 21"D.

3 years & up. It's easy to go on an adventure with the View-Master! With bigger and brighter images, this favorite childhood toy has a fresh new look. Take a safari through Africa, swim with dazzling fish, or experience pre-historic life with each View-Master reel. Venture beyond the deep ocean and explore amazing 3D images of marine life. Reels are compatible with all View-Master viewers. Includes: View-Master Viewer, Set of 3 reels containing a total of 21 3D images, Set of 3 Marine Life reels… More »

2 years & up. Bring the feel of the outdoors inside with these vibrant, real-image play mats. The polyester surface is extremely lifelike and is sure to captivate young learners. Each mat measures 59"L x 39.5"W.

3 years & up. Children will love the up-close, vivid images of North American animals in their natural settings. This puzzle features numerous wildlife animals This large 24-piece real photo puzzle is made of extra-thick durable cardboard with a wipe-clean surface. Measures 36" x 24" in size. Puzzle insert included. Made in the USA.

3 years & up. Bring the wild animals of North America indoors with these larges and vibrantly colored floor puzzles. Images are constructed from real photos. Each of the real photo puzzles are made of extra-thick, durable cardboard with wipe-clean surfaces. Puzzle inserts are included Includes 2 puzzles. Each puzzle measure 24"L x 36"W. Made in the USA.

4 years & up. Keep your creature for a short time, then let it go. This bug viewer allows children to see the bug two ways, from the top or from the side. It is watertight, so children can view tadpoles or small fish. The peeper is escape proof and won't break or tip over. Great for show and tell. Comes with a beetle replica.

2 years & up. Compare, explore, investigate, sort and match eight different familiar farm animals by their footprints. Perfect for sensory exploration and learning about animals. Each stone shows a raised footprint on the front and the owner's image imprinted on the back. Raised impressions on the stones allow to tracks to be made in the ground. Set includes 8 stones.

3 years & up. Discover animals that swim the oceans. Includes: Penguin, Tiger Shark, Sea Lion, Starfish, Humpback Whale, Dolphin, Eagle Ray, Hammerhead Shark, Sperm Whale, Turtle, Octopus, and a Moray Eel. This set comes in a reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closes for easy storage. Perfect for educational projects, traveling, collecting, and imaginative play. Includes twelve ocean animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free.

4 years & up. Made for little hands, this play science kit is the perfect addition to any learning center. Encourage exploration and discovery through play, and introduce early STEM concepts through included activity cards. Observe children increase their skills in math and fine motor development. Includes: 1 beaker, binoculars, 1 magnifying glass, funnel, 1 eyedropper, flask, tweezers, goggles, 3 test tubes, and activity guide.

3 years & up. Fun, lifelike zoo babies neatly packed in a reusable acetate tube to take along for any excursion. Includes: Zebra Foal, Panda Cub, Hippo Baby, Chimpanzee Baby, Rhino Baby, Alligator Baby, Gorilla Baby, Elephant Calf, Tiger Cub, Polar Bear Cub, and a Giraffe Calf. This set comes in a reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closes for easy storage. Perfect for educational projects, traveling, collecting, and imaginative play. Includes ten river animals caught in active poses measuring… More »

3 years & up. Childen will love the small size and variety of animals. Perfect to use with unit blocks or small enough for table blocks. Animals range from 1.5" to 3".

3 years & up. Discover animals that roam the desert. Includes: Horned Lizard, Scorpion, Prairie Dog, Rattlesnake, Saguaro Cactus, Big Horn Ram, Bobcat, Road Runner, Coyote, Armadillo, and Mountain Lion.This set comes in a reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closes for easy storage. Perfect for educational projects, traveling, collecting, and imaginative play. Includes eleven desert animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free. Includes 11 pieces.

3 years & up. Based upon the beauty of coral reefs, organic growth and organic connections, Coral Connections helps children create environments in a toy-based format. Soft, pliable plastic components feature snap fit and ball and joint connections to easily build horizontally, vertically or in web-like mesh. Sea creatures and a treasure chest help children build their own stories and visual and audible narratives as they construct ecosystems and form connections visually and spatially. Can… More »

Experience the underwater life while encouraging responsibility. This heavy duty, leak proof aquarium is ideal for classroom viewing. Includes 5 gallon acrylic tank, a light, and an internal filter. Made in the USA.

3 years & up. The ocean is a world filled with an array of sea creatures to explore! The Nature Tube Aquatic Family by Wild Republic features mom, dad, and baby animal figurines including the shark, dolphin, orca, and sea turtle. Learn more about aquatic life with fun facts inside. Package is reusable. Included: 12 Aquatic Figurines and Fun Aquatic Facts.

3 years & up. Children will enjoy endless fun with this Arctic Habitat Sensory Bin. Along with lots of materials you get an activity card(s) co-written by Dr. Laura Bailet. She introduces the sensory bin and fun ways parents, teachers and children can use it. Children can let a walrus drive the boat in an arctic sea or build snowballs with the penguins. Activity card(s) included. Contents may vary.

2 years & up. Help your child learn about nature and colors with this appealing 35-piece Suuuper Size Little Creatures Puzzle. Children will enjoy learning about different critters while putting the pieces together to form this large puzzle that measures over 2 x 3 feet! The high-quality, thick cardboard pieces are the perfect size for little hands. The colorful keepsake box with handle makes this puzzle travel-friendly, easy-to-store and great to give as a special gift. 35 pieces that measure… More »

2 years & up. This unique set of engaging woodland footprints is a great way for children to start their woodland explorations! Each set includes a footprint for a fox, squirrel, rabbit, frog, deer, hawk, owl and mouse. Compare, explore, investigate, sort, and match eight different familiar woodland animals by their footprints. Take the stones on a group walk to compare them with any animal tracks the children discover.

5 years & up. It's easy for students to set up and maintain their own ant habitats! Ant Factory, measuring 9" high by 15" wide, provides great lessons in responsibility, basic ecology, and much more! Each habitat includes 24-page guide book with ant care and colony observation hints, water dropper, canal starting tool, and certificate to obtain ants by mail ($4.00 fee required for shipping, handling, and insurance).