Science

4 years & up. Build towers of quirky robots, spinning gears, and wobbling cranes with this Robot Factory set by Learning Resources. Stack robots on top of each other and place them on spinning gears or hang them from wobbling cranes and springs. Each unique robot and building piece can be attached to another in several different ways and from several different angles so that the only limit on engineering is your imagination. Promotes STEM learning. Size: Robots measure 2.25"H. Includes:… More »

3 years & up. Join Rosa on some fun adventures with this set of Rosa's Workshop Books. These books follow Rosa and her friends as they grow plants, study the water cycle, make pizza, and do all kinds of other things. As they explore and discover, Rosa and her friends gain valuable insights about scientific concepts such as light and density and show children how to productively interact with the world around them.

3 years & up. Teach children about different types of weather with this fun illustrated series. Each book has questions at the end teachers can use to further the conversation about weather. Set of 4. Hardcover.

Grades 4 & up. Build all 5 simple machines at once in science centers. Students can construct, examine and explain simple machines to develop a deeper understanding of how they make work easier. Contains enough pieces to build a lever, pulley, inclined plane, wheel and axle, and wedge all at the same time! Modify machines with 4 included weights (two 5g and two 10g), plus 8 included rubber bands to explore effort, force, load, motion and distance. Includes 63 pieces and activity guide.

4 years & up. These Insect X-Ray and Picture Cards present three different views of your favorite insects and arthropods: top, bottom, and inside. Use these cards to educate children about the many different types of bugs and their features. Have children match all 36 insect X-rays to their corresponding double-sided card. Encourage children to explore each card. For extra learning go over the basic features of bugs such as the head, thorax, or antennae. Each picture card measures 4" x 6".

3 years & up. Children will explore the worlds of shape and space and magnetism all in one exercise while combining the fun of construction with the lessons of polarity. These magnetic builders connect on every side and angle with fully contained magnets. One side of each piece is colored while the other is black allowing children to understand which sides attract and repel. Includes 96 pieces in 2 shapes and 4 colors; square is 2.375". Made of 70% recycled plastic.

3 years & up. Discover animals that roam North American forests and mountains. Includes: Mountain Lion, Raccoon, Wolf, Grizzly Bear, Pronghorn Buck, Elk, River Otter, Bison, Moose, Beaver, Big Horn Ram, and a Mountain Goat. 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 wildlife animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free.

Grades 2 & up. Hands-on Investigation Kit supports building a variety of real-world models that demonstrate science and technology concepts. Students will explore through hands-on investigation concepts such as gearing up/down and increasing speed/force as they build crank fans, egg beaters and more. Includes building instructions for 6 different models with real-life photo and key facts. Complete set includes building materials in a sturdy divided case, teaching resource CD (with teaching notes,… More »

Grades K - 6. Twelve 3 inch horseshoe magnets are perfect for any classroom!

Grades K & up. Enlarged for demonstration on the whiteboard. Feature realistic illustrations to model up to 6 stages in the life cycle of a bean plant and apple tree. Two life cycles in one! Label-free for versatility. Largest piece measures 9"H x 7"L. Set of 12.

8 years & up. This two-tiered GreenThumb Classroom Greenhouse protects potted plants while providing plenty of room for growth. Greenhouse features two sturdy wire shelves that keep plants off the ground and a clear vinyl cover that fits snug over the metal frame. Clear cover is made with a zippered closure to easily access all plants inside. Designed for year-round gardening indoors and outdoors. Assembly required. Greenhouse measures 36"W x 38"H x 19"D when assembled.

5 years & up. Equip your little doctor with the x-rays of common accidents! These cards will bring a strong realistic element to dramatic play. Real X-rays reveal a detailed look at common breaks in a variety of human bones. Hold up to the light or use it on a light table. An informative guide is included.

3 years & up. Bring the beauty of colors found in natural rock formations to children. These wooden rocks can be stacked to build unique landscapes and help children develop an understanding of the fundamentals of balance. Improve concentration and coordination in users as they practice stacking the blocks to make more unconventional shapes. Set includes 6 uniquely designed stacking rocks.

4 years & up. 16 double-sided photo/x-ray cards engage students in science exploration from the inside out! Images are protected with a special scratch-resistant coating. Examine the photos and then place them on a light table or in a window to reveal the skeletal system of the animals! An excellent way to introduce children to animals and anatomy. Flip the cards over to get a better look at the skeleton. Teacher guide included. Cards are 8.5" x 11".

3 years & up. Bring the animal kingdom to the classroom! This animal set spans the entire wildlife spectrum, so children can swim in the sea with turtles and dolphins, roam the plains with moose and elk, and much more. All the while, children will develop fine motor skills as they arrange the animals and exercise creative thinking as they devise different habitats. Animals range from 1.5" to 3". Set of 60.

3 years & up. Discover animals that can be found in and near Rivers. Includes: Bald Eagle, Beaver, Snapping Turtle, Salamander, Alligator, Mallard Duck, Cottonmouth Snake, Bullfrog, Snake, and River Otter. 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 from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free.

4 years & up. Introduce the skeletal system to children with this complete x-ray set! Hold these life-sized human x-rays up to the light or use them on a light table and see every authentic detail of a real skeletal system. Arrange the 18 pieces together to reproduce the entire body of a young adult. 5' tall. Teacher guide included.

Grades K & up. Attract early learners to the wonders of magnetism! STEM lessons are irresistible when you add the excitement of fun, colorful tools to scientific exploration. Durable, playful magnets in a variety of shapes engage children as they explore magnetism, polarity, and magnetic attraction & repulsion. Comprehensive Activity Guide with reproducible materials is also included. Largest piece (maze tray) measures 11"L x 8.5"H x 0.5"W. Includes: 2 Bar Magnets, 2 Magnetic… More »

5 years & up. Get your motor running with real STEM learning! Discover the science of motion through scientific exploration with colorful, engaging tools and hands-on activities. Explore the science of "how things go" as you conduct investigations, solve problems, and explore early engineering. Features 10 double-sided Activity Cards covering all aspects of STEM, plus key science concepts of gravity, inertia, friction, push/pull, and more! Ladder measures 9.25"H, tracks measure… More »

2 years & up. An inviting tactile material that challenges children's sense of touch on both hands and feet. At the same time, it develops the ability to describe sense impressions verbally. The tactile discs, made of nice-to-touch synthetic rubber, contain different tactile structures, each with its own color. Each of the tactile structures can be found on a large disc for positioning on the floor, as well as on a small disc that the child will be able to hold in his/her hands. In terms of… More »

5 years & up. Set includes a colorful trowel, rake, and shovel. Real metal tools with wood handles. Kids can use this tool set to break up clumps of dirt, pull weeds, dig small holes, and transplant plants. Tools are approximately 8" long each. Styles may vary.

3 years & up. Introduce magnetism in your next STEM lesson with these Magnetic Iron Filings in Durable Plastic for Visualizing Magnetism. These filings are encased in a plastic container to prevent messes. Simply move the magnet across the container and watch as the filings move towards it. This set promotes discovery, exploration, and early STEM concepts. Set of five blocks. Measures 3"L x 2"W.

Grades 3 & up. A realistically detailed miniature plastic model includes a stand, a fact guide, and photo-illustrated assembly instructions. Features superior and inferior venae cavae, right and left atria, tricuspid valve, right and left ventricles, pulmonary artery, mitral valve, aortic valve, and aorta. Opens when assembled so students can explore from the inside. 29-Piece model measures 5"H when assembled.

3 years & up. The engaging Explore My World picture books invite children to take their first big steps toward understanding the world around them. These books are perfect for reading aloud. Each book allows children to learn a subject and its importance in our world. Set of 4. Paperback.