Life Science

2 years and up. Inspire hands-on discovery and early science exploration with the Organic Textures Ocean Discovery Set. Designed for toddlers, this 22-piece collection of realistic natural replicas-featuring shells, fossils, seeds, and coral-invites children to explore textures, shapes, and patterns through tactile play. Perfect for use in sand, water, or classroom environments, the durable pieces encourage curiosity, observation, and critical thinking. Ideal for STEM learning and sensory development, this open-ended set helps young learners make meaningful connections to the natural world while building foundational cognitive and fine motor skills. Largest piece measures 4.1"W x 1.3"H x 3.8" Diameter; smallest piece measures 2"W x 2"H x 3" Diameter.

4 years & up. Witness one of nature's most spectacular transformations up close with the Butterfly Farm. Each Butterfly Farm kit comes with a voucher that you can redeem to receive 5 baby caterpillars, their food, and a Chrysalis Holding Log™. After you transition the caterpillars to the Butterfly Farm, watch them go from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly! Please note that live caterpillars can only be shipped to destinations within the Continental US and Alaska. Caterpillars cannot ship to Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or Canada. Pop-up habitat measures approximately 12"L x 12"W x 12"H.

4 years & up. Show children the life cycle and metamorphosis of a living organism with Ladybug Land! Ladybug Land is just what it sounds like, a habitat where ladybugs can grow from larvae into adults. Each habitat comes with a voucher you can redeem to receive a tube of 10 to 15 living ladybug larvae and the food they need. Once they are in your habitat, watch the larvae eat and drink from special gels, form cocoons, and emerge as adult ladybugs!

2 years & up. Enhance science lessons and encourage conversations about the life cycles of familiar favorite creatures with this set of 3 Lifecycle Puzzles. Each puzzle features smooth-sanded, nesting pieces that stack into the larger wood cookie. Beautiful, easy-to-understand illustrations show a frog, butterfly, and a turtle at different phases of their life, starting with the egg stage and ending with the adult version of the bug or animal. Sized just right for little hands, this is the perfect educational toy for children.

2 years and up. Show children the life cycle of a butterfly with this Specimen Life Cycle Puzzle. Each piece features an authentic specimen that depicts a life stage. Children must correctly connect the pieces to one another to see the butterfly's life cycle from start to finish. As children assemble the puzzle, they will engage in early scientific exploration that can help create a lifelong love of nature. Largest piece measures 2.1"W x 1"H x 2.4"D; smallest piece measures 1.25"W x .6"H x 1.4"D.

2 years and up. Put nature in children's hands with the Moth Specimen Life Cycle Puzzle. Each acrylic piece in this puzzle displays a different stage of the moth's life cycle. Children must correctly connect the pieces together to see the whole life cycle. As they investigate how a moth becomes a moth, children will engage in early scientific exploration that can help create a lifelong love of nature. Largest piece measures 2.1"W x 1"H x 2.4"D; smallest piece measures 1.25"W x .6"H x 1.4"D.

2 years and up. Bring in-depth nature exploration to the classroom with the Honey Bee Specimen Life Cycle Puzzle. Using 4 acrylic pieces, this puzzle shows the honey bee's life cycle from start to finish. To see the whole cycle, children must correctly arrange and connect the pieces. As they put the puzzle together, children will engage in early scientific exploration that can help create a lifelong love of nature. Largest piece measures 2.1" W x 1"H x 2.4"D ; smallest piece measures 1.25"W x .6"H x 1.4"D.

3 years & up. Encourage artistic expression and natural discovery with this beautifully crafted set of 18 branches and leaves stamps. Perfect for preschool and early learning environments, these stamps feature chunky, easy-grip handles and durable rubber surfaces that create clear impressions. Children can explore textures, patterns, and nature-inspired designs while learning about different types of trees, leaves, and branches. Each stamp includes a printed image for easy identification, helping young learners connect visual recognition with hands-on creativity. Ideal for art centers, sensory tables, and STEM activities, this versatile set supports fine motor development, creativity, and early science exploration through open-ended play. Set includes 18 stamps, each with a printed image on one side and clear patterns on the other, and a leaflet with additional information. Largest stamp measures 2.75"L x 2.75"W x 1.2"H.

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.

2 years & up. Encourage experimentation and curiosity with an authentically inspired set of Big Bones. Exploration of big bones can be an engaging and educational experience for young children, sparking their curiosity about the natural world and fostering a deeper understanding of anatomy, history and science. Children can take this easy-to-clean, weighted set outside for exploration with messy materials like dirt, mud, or water, or use inside during loose parts activities. A variety of lengths encourages the discovery of size relationships, counting, and patterning.

2 years & up. Spark a love of science and discovery with the Dig & Discover Dinosaur Tactile Skeletons - Set of 6, a hands-on exploration resource that brings prehistoric learning to life. Embark on a prehistoric adventure with this set of 6 puzzles, each features 4-5 pieces. Made from a durable stone mix, these chunky dinosaur pieces are perfect for repeated excavations. Children will enhance their spatial awareness while engaging in sensory-rich activities. These versatile puzzles can be assembled on a table or buried in sand or mud for an exciting digging experience, unearthing fossils and piecing together dinosaur skeletons. This hands-on adventure sparks endless conversations about dinosaurs and their ancient world. Set features 6 different dinosaur skeletons.

2 years & up. Children can learn through play with the Magnetic Matching Fossil Stones set. Interesting textures, a subdued natural color scheme, and authentic replicated fossils will spark a deeper interest in science activities inside and outside the classroom. Set features 6 matching sets of fossil stones, that when opened, reveal a fossilized imprint of a different species; Megalodon Tooth, Tyrannosaurus Rex Claw, Ammonite, Trilobite, Gastropods, and Velociraptor Claw. Encourage color matching and shape recognition while children learn about extinct species. A satisfying magnetic click will indicate a correct match has been made.

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 a Trilobite.

2 years and up. Introduce children to the creatures that roamed the earth long ago. This collection of prehistoric teeth and activity cards gives children an in-depth look at prehistory. The teeth enable children to see and feel the anatomy of ancient animals, and the cards locate the teeth in their contexts by showing children what the animals looked like, how big they were, and what they ate.

2 years & up. Durable set of plant specimens in shatter-resistant acrylic. Set includes 9 authentic specimens; rose, rice, fibrous root, taproot, clover, wheat, maple leaf, daisy and fern frond. Double-sided cards featuring detailed images, fun facts and important information included. The stones fit perfectly inside the Specimen Stone Tabletop Stand for display in classroom centers (sold separately, item 38036).

18 months & up. This set of five vibrant and chunky garden insects introduces children to common bugs found outside. This set of easy to grip critters includes matching photo activity card(s) with real images and fun facts about each insect. To take learning outside, have children look around their environment and spot some of the insects on their cards. Use these award-winning insects for dramatic play as well. Insects measure 5" each.

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. 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.

2 years & up. Encourage an interest in science with Vinnie Banana Slug 8" Plush. Help children learn about different types of bugs, their characteristics, habitats, and behaviors with this cute and cuddly critter. For children who may feel fearful or apprehensive about insects, playing with Vinnie may help desensitize their fear and promote a more positive attitude towards these creatures. Vinnie Banana Slug is made with 100% recycled stuffing and covered in super soft plush.

Seed stones make growing plants easy and fun for young learners! Each clay "stone" is designed to protect the seeds inside from birds, insects, and other animals. When placed in soil and watered, the clay absorbs and holds moisture, creating the perfect environment for seeds to sprout and grow. Children can plant them in a garden, pot, or outdoor space and watch as beautiful flowers bloom and attract butterflies and hummingbirds! This hands-on activity encourages curiosity, responsibility, and an early love for nature while introducing basic gardening concepts in a simple, engaging way. Set includes 6 seed stones.

3 years & up. This all-in-one kit makes it easy to plant, sprout, and care for a variety of cactuses and succulents. Designed with excellent drainage and ventilation, it creates the perfect environment for long-lasting growth that requires minimal watering. Just add water and watch your mini desert thrive!

Birth & up. Who's hiding in the woods? These beautifully illustrated, double-sided wooden puzzles provide a fun and engaging way for young children to discover woodland animals and their homes. The set includes four simple two-piece puzzles, each featuring a chunky, raised animal piece that fits neatly into a matching habitat base, making them easy for little hands to grasp and place. The outer piece shows a detailed habitat scene, while the inner piece either completes the environment or flips over to reveal the hidden animal inside. As children place a bird in a nest, a frog on a lily pad, a rabbit in a burrow, and a squirrel in a tree, they build fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and early problem-solving abilities through hands-on play. Made from FSC-certified wood. Each puzzle measures 4.75' x 4.75".

2 years & up. Ignite scientific curiosity with the Magnetic Matching Aquatic Life Fossil Stones - Set of 8 from Kaplan Early Learning Company - a hands-on STEM learning activity that combines tactile play and discovery. Designed for young explorers ages 2+, this educational set features 8 pairs of magnetic stones that open to reveal lifelike fossil imprints of aquatic species. Kids build early science skills like shape recognition, matching, fine motor coordination, and scientific vocabulary while engaging with realistic textures and a naturalistic color palette. Perfect for classrooms, science centers, and home learning environments.

2 years & up. Spark curiosity and give children an up-close view at the cross-sections of beautiful, natural fruits, plants and creatures. Authentic specimens encased in durable, shatter-resistant acrylic give children a unique view into nature and encourages deeper exploration. Set comes complete with 9 cross sections and double-sided informational cards to foster meaningful learning experiences. Largest stone measures 5.5"L x 2.5"W x .5"H.