Science

2 years and up. Enhance activities incorporating found loose parts with this matte set of 4 Loose Parts Sorting Trays. Made from a new UV-resistant composite material, these trays are the perfect addition to nature-based activities indoors or outdoors. Each tray is divided into 6 compartments, encouraging simple classification and seriation while children develop spatial relationships and strengthen their fine motor skills. Each tray measures 15" Diameter x 1.6"H. Contents not included.

Birth & up. Iridescent discs change color in the light. Children love observing their reflections. Mirrored multi-color discs with slightly flattened centers and graduated sizes provide a distorted reflection. Constructed of stainless steel, they're lightweight, smooth and durable. Improves fine motor skills, dexterity and problem solving as children manipulate these smooth discs. Can be used for stacking, sorting and sensory play. Sizes from 2" - 5.5" diameter.

3 years & up. Discover a world of weather and how to dress for it! This set covers weather during each season and includes 3 labels to track weather: yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Set contains 7" Wally figure, assortment of felt clothing, 4 seasonal scenes, bilingual lesson guide and sequencing strips, felt thermometer, and 18 weather-related icons. Made in the USA.

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.

Convenient 1-cup capacity and durable one piece polycarbonate construction. Resists food acids, stains and breakage. Top rack dishwasher safe.

3 years & up. Explore a hidden world and fall in love with science! This helps kids learn how to use a microscope for the first time. The two eyepieces magnify almost anything flat or dimensional at 8x without having to be adjusted! Requires 3 AAA batteries.

3 years & up. These exciting Activity Cards are an ideal way to encourage children to match, count, compare, order and measure the bones they discover in the Dinosaur Bones setsold separately. The 8" x 11" Activity Cards are made from durable PVC and can be used outdoors. The 16-piece Dinosaur Bone set can be buried in the sand, soil, or water, and they will appeal to children's instincts to explore, investigate, sort, compare and measure. Buy separately or as a set.

6 months & up. Help your little one develop their tactile senses with this brightly-colored Sensory Ball set by Edushape®. Each ball has a unique texture and shape, making them fun to explore and easy to grip. Some make noises, some are easy to squeeze, and some have smooth ridges and bumps to trace. Included: 5" green triangle ball, 7" red see-me ball, 4" yellow and 4" orange see-me ball, 2.5" purple peanut-shaped ball, 3" red and 3" yellow massage ball, 7" rainbow soft ball, and 5" striped ball.

Calming, soothing bubble timers can be used as a transition tool, in science centers, for light table exploration or to relax and relieve stress. Once colored drops have tumbled to the bottom, turn bubblers over to restart the motion. Each lasts for approximately 1 minute. Made from durable acrylic and approximately 6" tall, each set of 3 timers comes in assorted styles and colors.

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 from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free.

18 months & up. Enable children to interact with nature while never leaving the classroom with these Transparent Tactile Shells. These shells come in a variety of shapes, textures, and colors, so children will have lots of opportunities to explore their senses and observe the color principle of transparency. Adults can also use the shells to create activities that promote skills such as counting and sequencing. Ideal for use on light tables.

Grades 2 - 4. Students can build over 100 experiments using light, sound, movement and more. Plastic circuit board comes with an easy to follow guide and over 30 parts that snap on so there are no wires to connect or tools required. You can even play electronic games, build radios, digital voice recorders and more. Uses 2 AA batteries, sold separately.

4 years & up. Create snow anytime, in any climate with this Realistic Snow Creation Kit for Science Lessons in Any Season! The enchanting snow lasts for weeks, expands up to 100 times its size, is totally reusable, and looks like real snow! Playing with fake snow provides a tactile experience that enhances sensory exploration, helping children engage their sense of touch. Simply stir the powder into water and watch it turn into fluffy, sparkling, shiny snow! Children will learn about color mixing, mass, evaporation, and much more. The classroom kit contains enough materials for 12 children and the 1 lb bucket makes more than 5 gallons of snow.

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.

3 years & up. Introduce new materials to your science center with these Durable Eye Droppers. These small pipettes are great for transferring liquid materials in science experiments or for practicing fine motor skills. The plastic tubes and rubber tops provide a safe tool for class and small group investigations. Your children will love exploring and observing different reactions.

4 years & up. Children will enjoy exploring leaves with these beautiful sets. The Crafty Leaves set includes a variety of 266 realistic leaves printed on both sides of high quality paper which can be used to make gorgeous natural crafts and posters. The Color Diffusing Leaves set includes 80 leaves in which children can create spectacular patterns and designs using liquid watercolor paint, crayons, markers, or glitter. Available separately or in a complete set.

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. Plant Dome measures 11"L x 8"W x 11"H.

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. 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.

These cute little owls are a great addition to a child's toy collection! Encourages dramatic play and imagination. Learn about different types of owls and their habitats with cute cuddly stuffed animals. Set includes 3 cuddly owls measuring 4.5 " each. Perfect size for little one's to cuddle with, not only at home, but on the go as well!

These Green Beans are of the bush variety and are easier to take care of. Germination within 5-10 days. Three packs of Green Bean seeds are 10 mg each.

3 years & up. Introduce young learners to the foundations of coding with the Bee-Bot® Rechargable Robot Set. Designed for early childhood classrooms, Bee-Bots® helps children explore sequencing, problem-solving, and directional language by programming simple commands directly on the robot. With easy-to-use controls, children can create step-by-step pathways, up to 40 steps, strengthening logical thinking and spatial awareness as they guide the Bee-Bot® to its destination. This set of six rechargeable robots is ideal for small group learning, collaborative problem-solving, and center-based activities. Children can work together to design routes, predict outcomes, and test their ideas. The durable design stands up to classroom use, while the rechargeable functionality offers convenience. Perfect for introducing computational thinking without screens, Bee-Bot® makes coing accessible and engaging. Includes six Bee-Bot® Rechargeable Robots and USB cord.

2 years & up. Create your own sensory tubes with this set of 4 clear tubes with dual openings. Includes 8 solid lids (two red, two blue, two yellow, two orange) and 4 vented lids (red, blue, yellow, orange) to let children explore their sense of smell. Lids easily twist on and off, and hold liquid securely inside. Contents shown are not included. Each tube is 12"H x 2" Diameter.

3 years & up. Engage children's senses and strengthen their memory while playing this nature-inspired version of a classic matching game. Pieces representing flowers, spider webs, ladybugs, turtle shells, eggs, pine cones and other naturally occurring materials children already relate to the outdoors, allow for easy recognition and recall during play. Over-sized, wood cookie bases will naturally wear over time, revealing cause and effect behaviors and natural evolution to children. Set includes 24 pieces and canvas bag to use during playtime and after as storage.