Science

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.

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.

4 years & up. The Geosafari® Jr. My First Telescope is perfect for introducing children to the wonders of science and exploration. This real, working telescope is designed to foster a love for science, discovery, and the natural world. By encouraging hands-on exploration of space and nature, it introduces foundational concepts in STEM. Featuring two oversized eyepieces tailored for smaller faces, 10x magnification, an easy-to-use focus knob, and a wide field of view, it helps young learners… 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 »

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 »

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.

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.… More »

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 »

2 years & up. These versatile hardwood-framed stacking blocks have six stacking squares and smooth, rounded corners and edges for safety, with inset magnified acrylic windows. The magnification stacking blocks are ideal for exploring natural, tactile, and other detailed materials found inside or in nature. This set also promotes fine motor skills and block play. Encourage children to build their own unique structures. Enhance STEM-based activities with this set, perfect for group or individual… More »

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".

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.

As honeybees gather and store pollen, young children gather and store concepts through play and repeating patterns of movement. Sandra Duncan, Sue Penix, and Sally Haughey explore this concept with in-depth knowledge and share creative ways to brighten the youngest imaginations. The Honeycomb Hypothesis will grow your teaching practices with new ideas, materials and activities, celebrating the magic that happens when children and nature are brought together. The book includes The Honeycomb Hypothesis,… More »

Grades K & up. Keep it simple with real STEM learning! Discover amazing engineering wonders through scientific exploration with colorful, engaging tools and hands-on activities and experiments. Introduce and explore all 6 simple machines as you make amazing discoveries, design solutions for real-world problems, and conduct your own investigations. Comprehensive Activity Guide with reproducible materials is also included. Largest piece (cart) measures 5"L x 3.5"W. Includes: Lever Board,… More »

5 years & up. Bring outer space to the classroom with this Solar System Giant Magnetic Pieces for Visualizing the Planets. Children will love being able to visualize the solar system up close. This colorful, detailed magnet set includes planets, the Sun, Earth's moon, asteroid belt, and an activity guide. Pieces are great for use on the whiteboard. Sun measures 10" diameter. 12 peices.

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… More »

3 years & up. Enhance your weather lessons with this fun art kit. Children can create a picture of the weather they see outside, from places they have been or weather they learned about in class. The stencils represent different weather patterns including rain, snow, rainbows, clouds and more. The reusable stampers enhance the scene and can be cleaned with warm soap and water. Set includes 10 stencils and 6 giant stamps.

Grades 3 & up. Students can look inside their own heads with this realistic model. The plastic model includes a stand and guide with facts and photo-illustrated assembly instructions. Features cerebellum, frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes; corpus callosum, brain stem, hippocampus, ventricles, insula, corpus striatum, internal capsule, and lentiform nucleus. Perfect in a nervous system center for a deeper understanding of how the parts of the brain work together. 31-piece model… More »

5 years & up. Discover the fascinating world of ants with the GeoSafari® Ant Factory™ Habitat with Sand! This engaging set includes everything kids need to raise and observe an ant colony, featuring an escape-proof habitat with a large viewing area, built-in magnification spots, and a sturdy stand. The kit also comes with special ant sand, a feeding tool, and a mail-in certificate to receive live ants. Watch as your ants tunnel, eat, sleep, and collaborate in their busy ecosystem.… More »

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. 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.

Grades 1 - 6. Teach students the science of simple machines. Kit contains four pulleys (two singles, one double and one triple sheave, plus joining pin) and instructional guide with suggested classroom activities. Sting(s) not included.

4 years & up. Join these playful pups in early coding fun! This 15-piece Coding Critters set features interactive pets Ranger and his friend Zip along with a playset including a house, slide, tennis ball launcher, and more. Play fetch, hide and seek, and other fun games with the pet playset or create your own coding stories and challenges. When you are not coding, you can pet, feed, and take care of Ranger just like a real pet in Play Mode. Read along and explore the coding adventures in the… More »

Grades 2 & up. Demonstrate the parts of a flower in life science lessons with this durable foam tulip model. One half of cross-section is labeled with part names (stamen, petal, pistil, sepal, stem, leaf, roots); other half is labeled with letters for assessment activities. Kids can use the unlabeled other half to quiz themselves. Includes Activity Guide. Measures approximately 6"H. Foam model easily wipes clean.

3 - 5 years. Teachable Touchables® Texture Squares is a fun, hands-on way to encourage young learners' awareness of their sense of touch. As children enjoy examining and talking about the squares--scratchy, slippery, silky, or soft--they are building their descriptive vocabulary. Includes 20 pillows and patches (10 different pairs), drawstring storage bag, and an activity guide. Each textured pillow or patch measures 2" - 3".