Science

2 years and up. Inspire in-depth scientific exploration with the Organic Textures Discovery Set. Featuring 22 authentic plastic replicas of seeds, shells, coral, fossils, and more, this set enables children to examine the objects and textures of the natural world in any environment - whether that be in the classroom or outside in substances such as sand, water, and dirt. Largest piece measures 4.1"W x 1.3"H x 3.8"D; smallest piece measures 2"W x 2"H x 3"D.

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 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… More »

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 & up. Encourage an interest in science with the Garden Buddies Plush Set! Help children learn about different types of bugs, their characteristics, habitats, and behaviors with this set of 3 cute and cuddly critters; Inchy Inchworm, Vinnie the Banana Slug, and Lavern Slug. For children who may feel fearful or apprehensive about insects, playing with the Garden Buddies Plush may help desensitize their fear and promote a more positive attitude towards these creatures. Each Garden Buddy… More »

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… More »

5 years & up. Inspired by real-world physics and engineering, this STEM Explorers Machine Makers 9 STEP challenges help kids learn the fundamental mechanical principles. Embark on the latest STEM Explorers learning adventure! With this engaging set, kids will design, build, and test dynamic machines using the included challenge guide. As kids test and tweak their STEP creations, kids will hone the critical thinking and problem solving skills that are essential to STEM success. Includes a 50… More »

2 years and up. This set of realistic flower heads will help grow children's curiosity about the natural world around them. Created from a unique stone mix, they are durable enough to be used outdoors and are perfect for mud kitchen play, sand tables, and nature walks. These tactile stones encourage open-ended play and imagination. Set contains eight garden flowers: carnation, daffodil, dahlia, gerbera daisy, pansy, rose, sunflower, and tulip. Each flower stone measures approximately 2".

2 years & up. This lovely set of 12 leaves in natural tones will encourage children's imagination and curiosity about the world around them. Created from a unique stone mix ideal for outdoor learning and explorative play, these durable leaves can be used in water, soil, mud, and clay. Perfect for sensory play, details can be felt and seen. Your little learner will explore further making rubbings using crayons. Set of 12 stones consisting of six pairs of leaves with seasonal tones. Set includes… More »

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… More »

12 months & up. Children can explore sound and cause and effect relationships using this set of Sensory Egg Shakers. Each naturally-colored egg is filled with a different material, creating different sounds and various weights for toddlers to explore. Sized just right for little hands, these textured eggs also provide opportunity for tactile exploration.

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… More »

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… More »

18 months & up. This set of Horseshoe Shaped Magnets makes a great addition to any science classroom! These magnets can be used in either small group or individual learning, and they are great for introducing young children to basic physics and magnetism principles. Perfect for introducing young children to basic physics and magnetism principles. Magnets measure 5"L x 4.5"W.

18 months & up. Encourage children to get a closer look at the world around them with an All-Weather Magnifying Glass. Molded from new Poly+ material, 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".

Birth and up. Keep babies calm and captivated with these Calm Down Bottles. Each bottle has a glittery liquid inside that will swirl and sparkle as babies play. In addition to glitter, the liquid contains small objects such as stars and snowflakes that reflect a rainbow of colors off their surfaces. So, babies will receive visual stimulation as well as emotional relaxation. The set includes bottles in blue and mint colors.

3 years and up. Bring all four seasons into children's hands with this collection of Changing Seasons Sensory Tubes. These tubes are an excellent way for children to investigate how the seasons change the environment. Each tube has a tree, so children will see what happens to that tree throughout the year from the buds of spring to the snow of winter.

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).

3 years & up. Make interactive reading even more fun with this Jurassic Adventure STEM Learning Interactive Take Home Activities Kit. The materials in this kit promote literacy, exploration, and problem solving. This exciting STEM Adventure kit invites families to participate in enjoyable STEM based learning together. The kit includes a book, learning materials, and an activity card(s).

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.

18 months & up. Children will delight in all the fun and engaging learning opportunities available with the Sound and Sort Stackers. Multiple senses are engaged while children listen, look, sort, and stack these 18 captivating pieces. Encourage color recognition and fine motor development. A set of activity card(s) is included listing all of the benefits and many hands-on activities.

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. The kit includes a book, learning materials, and an activity card(s).

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.