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Providing science/nature materials and activities gives children an opportunity to develop vocabulary and learn to understand basic natural concepts. By creating safe, hands-on opportunities to explore their world, young children become aware of the wonders around them, beginning what can be a life-long interest in and concern for our environment.

Organic Textures Ocean Discovery Set - 22 Pieces
Item: 301330
Status: In Stock
$49.95
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.
Specimen Life Cycle Puzzle - Butterfly
Item: 301320
Status: In Stock
$49.95
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.
Specimen Life Cycle Puzzles - Moth
Item: 301328
Status: In Stock
$49.95
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.
Specimen Life Cycle Puzzles - Honey Bee
Item: 301329
Status: In Stock
$49.95
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.
Little Lab Explorers Science Kit
Item: 302708
Status: In Stock
$49.95
3 years & up. Encourage curiosity, discovery, and hands-on learning with the Little Lab Explorers Science Kit! Designed especially for young learners, this engaging science set includes real lab tools sized just right for small hands-perfect for classrooms, homeschool lessons, or everyday experiments at home. The kit includes, a handheld magnifying glass, set of 3 jumbo eyedroppers, 3 jumbo test tubes with stand, safety goggles, a flask, a beaker, and a pair of tweezers. With durable components and a kid-friendly design, the Little Lab Explorers Science Kit supports early STEM skills, fine motor development, and scientific thinking-all while making science feel like play!
Loose Parts Stackable Tray - Poly+
Item: 300578
Status: In Stock
$39.95
2 years & up. Enhance activities incorporating found loose parts with this Loose Parts Stackable Tray. Made from durable, easy-to-clean Poly+, this tray is the perfect addition to nature-based loose parts play in the classroom and outside. The natural tone of this compartmentalized tray creates a beautiful, subdued background for found loose parts, colorful pieces, and other interesting items. The divided tray keeps items accessible and organized while encouraging sorting and seriation of loose parts. Tray measures 15"L x 15"W x 2.9"H.
All-Weather Magnifying Glass - Set of 4
Item: 37849
Status: In Stock
$35.95
18 months & up. Bring the world into focus through hands-on discovery! The All-Weather Magnifying Glass Set encourages children to explore, investigate, and observe their surroundings with curiosity and confidence. Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, these magnifiers feature 5x magnification to help children closely examine plants, insects, textures, and everyday objects-supporting early science and STEM learning. Molded from new Poly+,a composite material made from 30% less plastic, this waterproof set is the perfect companion for every indoor and outdoor adventure. Solid glass lenses are scratch resistant and protected by over-molded soft-touch plastic. Set includes 4 magnifying glasses. Each magnifying glass measures 7.5" x 3.6" x .9".
Specimen Stones: Plants - 9 Stones
Item: 38035
Status: In Stock
$49.95
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).
Jurassic Adventure STEM Learning Interactive Take Home Activities Kit
Item: 63629
Status: In Stock
$44.95
3 years & up. Bring dinosaurs to life through hands-on STEM exploration and literacy-rich learning. The Jurassic Adventure STEM Learning Interactive Take-Home Activities Kit invites children and families to explore fossils, prehistoric life, and early science concepts through engaging, play-based experiences. This comprehensive learning kit combines storytelling, tactile exploration, and interactive activities to build early literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Children discover how fossils are formed, examine dinosaur skulls, and participate in matching and inquiry-based activities that encourage observation and discussion. Designed for both classroom and home use. Packed in a convenient backpack for easy transport, this STEM kit fosters curiosity about the natural world and early scientific discovery.  The kit includes a book, learning materials, and activity cards.<br /> <br />  
Animal Adventure STEM Learning Kit
Item: 63630
Status: In Stock
$44.95
3 years & up. Bring the adventure indoors with this engaging Animal Adventure STEM Learning Kit. This take-home STEM kit promotes literacy, dexterity, fine motor skills, color recognition, and collaborative learning. The adventure kit invites families to participate in enjoyable STEM based learning together. Activity card included. Contents may vary slightly.
Recycling Zone - Learn What Materials Can Be Recycled
Item: 70482
Status: In Stock
$44.95
3 years & up. Introduce conservation practices to your children with this descriptive Recycling Zone Learn What Materials Can Be Recycled. This poster promotes environmental awareness, community, and earth conscientiousness. Children will learn what common materials from their home can be recycled. For an after lesson game, divide your class into four teams, and have them discuss what should be recycled. Afterward, have them place the tiles under the correct zone. Includes one large board and 20 tiles.
Shadow Matching and Memory Game
Item: 70834
Status: In Stock
$44.95
$34.95
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.
Flask - Set of 3
Item: 302723
Status: In Stock
$29.95
2 years & up. Bring science to life with this set of 3 child-friendly flasks, designed for hands-on experiments and imaginative discovery. Perfect for classrooms, homeschool settings, or playful STEM activities at home, these durable plastic flasks are sized just right for small hands. Ideal for mixing, measuring, pouring, and pretending, this set encourages early scientific thinking while supporting fine motor skills and creativity. Whether you're setting up a science center or conducting a fun classroom experiment, this set is a must-have tool for any young scientist.
3-in-1 Discovery Tool
Item: 302715
Status: In Stock
$44.95
2 years & up. Spark curiosity and hands-on learning with the 3-in-1 Discovery Tool, a compact and kid-friendly device that combines a compass, loupe, and level in one exciting tool! Set includes 3 tools. Perfect for classrooms, outdoor adventures, and STEM lessons, this multi-functional gadget helps young explorers investigate their world from every angle. Use the loupe to examine leaves, rocks, and bugs up close, the compass to learn basic navigation skills, and the level to explore balance, slope, and early engineering concepts. Designed with children in mind, it's lightweight, easy to use, and built for both indoor and outdoor discovery. Whether you're a teacher planning a nature walk or a parent encouraging outdoor play, the 3-in-1 Discovery Tool makes science fun, interactive, and accessible.
Translucent Arch Tiles - 90 Pieces
Item: 302270
Status: In Stock
$44.95
3 years & up. Enhance open-ended building play, loose parts play, light play and more with this durable, versatile set of colorful arches. This 90-piece set features vibrant colors and concentric arch pieces that work together beautifully to create organic shapes and patterns. Curved shapes encourage children to explore relationships in balance and organic geometry. Double-sided build cards included to inspire 2D and 3D builds and deeper play experiences. Largest piece measures 3.5"L x 1.8"W x .3"H. Smallest piece measures 1.2"L x .6"W x .3"H.
Beaker - Set of 6
Item: 302724
Status: In Stock
$29.95
2 years & up. Make hands-on science fun and accessible with this set of 6 child-sized beakers that are perfect for early STEM exploration in the classroom or at home. Designed with young learners in mind, each beaker is lightweight, durable, and easy for small hands to grip and pour. Ideal for mixing, measuring, pouring, and experimenting, these beakers encourage curiosity, problem-solving, and fine motor development. Whether used for real experiments or imaginative play, this versatile set brings science to life for budding scientists and curious minds. Perfect for science centers, group learning activities, or homeschool setups, this set is a must-have for educators and parents who want to foster a love of discovery from an early age.
Safety Goggles - Set of 6
Item: 302710
Status: In Stock
$34.95
3 years & up. Keep young scientists safe during hands-on fun with this set of 6 safety goggles. Designed for comfort and protection, each pair features clear lenses and an adjustable head strap for a secure fit. Perfect for classrooms, STEM projects, crafts, and messy play.
Loose Parts Stackable Tray - Clear
Item: 300579
Status: In Stock
$49.95
$39.95
2 years & up. Enhance activities incorporating found loose parts with this Loose Parts Stackable Tray. Made from easy-to-clean Polycarbonate, this tray is the perfect addition to nature-based loose parts play in the classroom and outside. The see-through, compartmentalized tray keeps items visible, accessible and organized while encouraging sorting and seriation of loose parts. Introduce an additional layer of sensory exploration using a light source through the clear plastic. Tray measures 15"L x 15"W x 2.9"H.
Carry and Discover Magnification Containers - Set of 2
Item: 300786
Status: In Stock
$39.95
18 months & up. Carry and Discover Magnification Containers are the ultimate adventure companion for children. Children can collect and closely observe natural materials, special treasures, and interesting specimens. A completely clear container and a magnifying top enhance possibilities for scientific discovery and nature-based exploration. Use this set of stacking, easy-to-clean containers during experimentation with wet and dry materials.
Wild Animal Mother & Baby Floor Puzzle - 24 Pieces
Item: 63549
Status: In Stock
$29.95
3 years & up. Explore the wonders of the wild in this nature-inspired puzzle. Featuring 6 real-life images of full-grown animals with their young, this captivating puzzle will enable children to observe nature at work. While they spend time on safari, children will develop the critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, and shape recognition skills that stem from puzzle play. Full puzzle measures 24" x 36".
All-Weather Two-Handed Magnifier - Set of 2
Item: 37850
Status: In Stock
$32.95
18 months & up. Encourage children to get a closer look at the world around them with a Two-Handed Magnifier. Molded from the new Poly+ material, this easy-to-hold waterproof magnifier is the perfect companion for every indoor and outdoor adventure. Solid glass lenses are scratch resistant and protected by overmolded soft touch plastic. Set includes 2 magnifiers. Each magnifier measures 8.3" x 5.1" x .8".
Nature View Microscope
Item: 63230
Status: In Stock
$36.95
2 years & up. Introduce children to the fun of scientific discovery with their first microscope. With award-winning design, this Nature View Microscope is an exciting method of introducing STEM learning into the classroom. The three interchangeable lenses offer differing perspectives of the ten detailed nature slides. Encourage children to explore the different settings and become familiar with this beginner's microscope. The base plate rotates for varied viewpoints. Lenses include magnified, tinted, and kaleidoscope settings. Measures 8"H.
Kaplan Farm Animals Bingo Game
Item: 34697
Status: In Stock
$31.95
3 years & up. Take children to the farm with this fun bingo game. Using real images, this game provides lots of engaging visuals to show children a variety of animals. From sheeps to pigs to cows, children will know who they could expect to see if they went to a farm. In addition to being lots of fun, this game will help children develop attention, concentration, and memory skills.
Kaplan Weather & Seasons Bingo Learning Game
Item: 34603
Status: In Stock
$31.95
3 years & up. Reinforce weather and the four seasons and make learning fun with this bingo game using real images. Playing bingo can enhance cognitive skills such as attention, concentration, and memory. Helps preschoolers develop their vocabulary as they listen to and learn the names of numbers, colors, shapes, or other themes featured on the bingo cards. Playing bingo in a group setting encourages social interaction and cooperation. Preschoolers learn to take turns, share materials, and follow game rules. Great for in home or classroom learning. Up to 20 players with 30 calling cards and tokens included.