Science

Encourage exploration and discovery with skill kits designed to support the brain-based principles of Learn Every Day® : The Pre-K Curriculum, 2nd Ed. The Learn Every Day® program is recommended, but not required, to use these kits. Learn more about the research-based, year-round program that incorporates play into children's daily learning routines to enhance their growth and development. For professional development options, call 1-800-334-2014 ext. 3252 or request more information.

3 years & up. Light up creativity and exploration with this Color Changing Light Panel! These light panels give children the opportunity to explore the effects of color mixing, opacity, and transparency. Children can observe natural and man-made objects in an interesting and different way. The light panels are powered by a low voltage mains power supply using the latest LED strips and diffusers to evenly illuminate the panels. Light panels can change between 20 different colors using an infrared remote control that can be set for individual color or slowly rotate colors through a sequence via "smooth, fade, flash, or strobe" settings. Size: 16.1"L x 23.1"W.

This sturdy and spacious activity table will prove to be a favorite play space for your classroom. The raised tabletop edge will keep toys on the table and eight cubbies will hold and store extra manipulatives. Tabletop surface is durable and washable. Some assembly required. 36"L x 24"W x 18"H. Inner cubbies are 4"H x 9"W x 6"D.

3 years & up. What can we find today? Children can collect sensory objects, natural materials and trinkets to place in the beautiful Treasure Blocks. Smooth hardwood frames with inset, colored transparent acrylic windows have a removable panel to place small objects. Ideal for display, observation, color exploration, light table activities and more. Largest Block measures 5.5" L x 5.5" W x 2" H. Set of 8.

3 years & up. Children can easily collect, curate, experiment with, and display found objects and liquids with these sturdy, colorful acrylic Treasure Tubes for 360 degree viewing. The lids sit on top of the tubes and do not secure, making it easy to add trinkets, natural materials, and sensory objects to observe, display, and rattle. Ideal for color and sound exploration and light table activities. Holds marbles, beads, twigs, leaves, small toys and more. Stack the tubes on top of each other to customize play experience. Easy-to-remove wooden top keeps objects securely in place until ready to be replaced. Set of 8 tubes. Largest Tube measures: 3" diameter x 5.75"H. Smallest Tube measures: 3" diameter x 3.5"H.

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. Children are fascinated with (and sometimes afraid of) bugs! This kit and the related activities will introduce your child to some common characteristics of insects. Be cautioned! Your child may turn into a Bug Collector! Includes hands-on manipulatives, books, and a selection of related activities to optimize the learning experience. This kit supports parent involvement and early learning through a variety of interactive and engaging activities. An ideal way for teachers and families to enrich children's learning experiences together. Kit includes a clear vinyl backpack and bilingual activity cards. Contents may vary.

18 months & up. When provided with rich, beautiful materials, the possibilities for discovery are multiplied. This set of translucent discs encourages children's relationships with nature through organic patterns and colors. Durable enough for continued use indoors or outdoors, this 20-piece set interacts beautifully with natural light or light tables, and is the perfect addition to loose parts play. Children can work on patterning, color recognition, and seriation as well as engage in tactile exploration. Each disc measures 2.8" in diameter.

4 years & up. This themed terrarium is designed to bring fun and learning together. Each kit includes a diverse mix of 5 to 20 plant species, complete with colorful, informative seed packets to grow your horticultural know-how. The Biosphere kit is packed with vibrant seeds, fun accessories, semi-precious gems, and whimsical creatures, making every terrarium truly unique. Biospheres are an engaging, customizable way to explore nature, perfect for hobbyists and families alike. Biosphere measures 9.4"L x 5.4"W x 9.5"H.

10 months & up. These beautiful felt treasures are a versatile and enriching addition to small loose parts play, offering a soft, sensory-rich experience that encourages quiet, mindful engagement. Their gentle texture and vibrant colors make them inviting to little hands, fostering a calming play environment while enhancing fine motor skills and coordination. Thoughtfully designed as an open-ended resource, these felt treasures can be seamlessly integrated across various learning areas, providing valuable support for early communication and language development. Whether children are sorting, counting, or sharing, these tactile pieces promote problem-solving, collaboration, and foundational mathematical understanding. Pieces measure approximately 2"L x 2"W x 2"D. Hand wash in cold water only and air dry, as needed.

4 years and up. Take outdoor exploration to the next level with these Rocknoculars™. The magnified perspective of these binoculars empowers children to observe rocks up close instead of merely picking them up and examining them in their hands. The storage compartment in the bottom also enables children to collect multiple rocks to investigate when there are just too many good ones!

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 for sensory materials like kinetic sand and natural materials. Encourage children's innate curiosities with a tabletop that includes an LED light source. Children will explore independently and collaboratively across levels with materials that interest, challenge and invite them. Light Table measures 34"W x 30"H x 15"D Sensory Tray Table measures 33"W x 24"H x 15"D Mirror Table measures 31"W x 18"H x 15"D.

3 years & up. This Color Crystal Block Set with Activity Cards can help children learn to fit shapes together and expand their understanding of spatial relationships, geometric vocabulary, and color recognition. This transparent acrylic block set features 17 different regular and irregular shapes in 5 translucent colors. These manipulatives will also spring to life when used with a light panel or in front of a sunlit window. The blocks create colorful streams of light and eccentric shadows. The included mirror provides an opportunity to observe reflection. Children can also explore color mixing. Made from extra thick acrylic plastic, these colorful shapes are designed to last for years. Use the 15 activity cards and a teacher's guide for extended learning ideas. Largest block measures 3.1"W.

3 years & up. This set of Translucent Sensory Gem Cubes features acrylic cubes perfect for color mixing, stacking, and balancing. Place cubes on a light panel or hold them in front of a window to create colorful shadows and watch colors dance. These colorful manipulatives are appealing for children to handle, which makes them an excellent resource for open-ended, sensory play. The high-quality, solid acrylic cubes are easy to wash and are designed to last for years of classroom or center use. Set also comes with a drawstring bag for easy storage and travel. Clean with warm water and mild soap. Each cube measures 1".

3 years & up. Help children discover the amazing effects of light and color with this toddler-sized light table! This color-changing light table contains a raised outer rim to keep sand, water, or other activities on the table. Constructed of plastic, the table is lightweight, sturdy, and water-resistant so it can be used indoors or out. There are 16 different color settings and 4 automated color transition settings. The table is powered by the included rechargeable battery or by the A/C power cord, which plugs into a low-voltage main power supply. An 8-hour charge cycle will provide 5-10 hours of light depending on settings used. A remote control is included for on/off and color-changing operations. Table measures 17.7"H x 27.2" in diameter. Depth of discovery area: 2.4".

3 years & up. These colorful Magnetic Marbles are so much fun to play with! Set of 24 Magnetic Marbles are great to use in learning activities at school and during at-home play. Incorporate Magnetic Marbles into sensory play centers, early science explorations, counting, sorting and fine motor development activities. Assorted colors; red, yellow, blue, green, orange, and purple. Each marble measures 0.625" in diameter.

3 years & up. Use these rubbing plates to create colorful textured nature inspired pictures! Leaf Rubbing Plates are versatile and fun for art, design, science, geography and much more. This hands-on, easy-to-use tool is sure to enhance learning concepts. Layer designs for more effects. Use them with crayons, markers or pencils to create a simple colorful picture or try making impressions with modeling dough! Includes 16 rubbing plates and a guide with craft ideas.

3 years & up. Children can begin early exploration of physics, STEM lessons, and architectural design using the Unit Block Marble Run 40 piece set. Rubberwood blocks feature drops, bumps and routed paths that allow for multiple building opportunities. Ten double-sided concept cards provide building inspiration for different block arrangements as well as corresponding lessons related to physics theories. Set includes 4 starter acrylic marbles and 36 block pieces scaled to unit block proportions allowing for multiple run path possibilities. Largest piece measures 5.51"L x 2.76"W x 2.76"D.

18 months & up. Learning just got more fun! This set of pebbles is perfect for sorting, sensory discovery, color identification, counting, and sand and water play. The set is made up of 36 smooth, transparent pebble shapes in 6 different colors and 3 sizes. These pieces can also be used for light table learning. Pebbles are approximately 2"W.

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. Children can easily collect, curate, experiment with, and display found objects and liquids with these sturdy, clear acrylic Treasure Tubes for 360 degree viewing. The lids sit on top of the tubes and do not secure, making it easy to add trinkets, natural materials, and sensory objects to observe, display, and rattle. Ideal for color and sound exploration and light table activities. Holds marbles, beads, twigs, leaves, small toys and more. Stack the tubes on top of each other to customize play experience. Easy-to-remove wooden top keeps objects securely in place until ready to be replaced. Set of 8 tubes. Largest Tube measures: 3" diameter x 5.75"H. Smallest Tube measures: 3" diameter x 3.5"H.

3 years & up. Students discover which objects are and are not magnetic when they slide the attached magnet over the clear acrylic cover. Perfect for learning and discovering the scientific method and cause and effect. All of the provided objects are sealed in 16 compartments. Wooden frame 8.5 inches square x .75 inches thick.

Grades K - 3. Vinyl goggles with clear lenses and secure straps protects eyes and provide ventilation.

Grades 3 & up. A realistically detailed miniature plastic model includes a stand, a fact guide, and photo-illustrated assembly instructions. Features skull, rib cage, humerus, spinal column, radius, ulna, hand, pelvis, femur, tibia, fibula, foot, and partial circulatory system. 41-Piece model measures 9.2"H when assembled.