Science

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 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 »

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 »

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.

3 years & up. Craft your own calming sensory bottles using the DIY Calm Down Sensory Bottle Kit! Each kit comes with a selection of glitter and sparkles, along with an instructional sheet. Simply add contents and water, twist the cap back on, and your sensory bottle is good to go. The ends of the bottles are protected by textured silicone caps and are ideal for little fingers to explore. Bottles are refillable and reusable, offering limitless creative possibilities. Designed to encourage focused… More »

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. These plastic 5 inch horseshoe-shaped magnets are for small groups of individual learning.

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. Inspire scientific inquiry by giving children an in-depth look at a few of the world's creepy crawlers. Set in acrylic, these authentic Creepy Crawler Specimen Stones enable children to examine crickets, spiders, and other interesting insects. Additionally, the stones come with reference cards that will extend learning with colorful images and fascinating facts.

2 years & up. Enhance activities incorporating found loose parts with this Loose Parts Stackable Tray. Made from easy-to-clean Polycarbonate, this tray is the perfect addition to nature-based loose parts play in the classroom and outside. The see-through, compartmentalized tray keeps items visible, accessible and organized while encouraging sorting and seriation of loose parts. Introduce an additional layer of sensory exploration using a light source through the clear plastic. Tray measures… More »

5 years & up. Over 100 challenges broken down into two deck types. Inventor deck provides simple inspiration while the Crazy Inventor deck includes a story with a problem to solve. Pick a card and create something by drawing, building with Strawbees, or adding any material.

4 years & up. Invite children to explore human anatomy with this 24-piece puzzle. The puzzle depicts both internal organs and bones so that children can investigate multiple dimensions of the human body. Human body puzzles provide a holistic learning experience that combines cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development in a fun and engaging way. It also helps children develop critical-thinking skills as they solve the puzzle and fine-motor skills as they put it together. Measures… More »

3 years & up. Colormix tubes encourage sensory exploration and help children keep focus or manage anxiety and emotions. Shaking or turning tubes mixes and separates colors for a soothing sensory experience. Large tubes are easy for small hands to grasp and turn; and square ends help prevent the tubes from rolling away. Tubes are 8" tall.

3 years & up. Your children will be amazed as they shake and watch this Sensory Glitter and Sparkle Storm Set. Turn them over to observe the sensory glitter storm. This set provides a great calming activity for children as they watch the swirls of glitter move up and down the large glass cylinders. This activity promotes mindfulness, color recognition, and curiosity. Encourage children to identify the colors they see in the cylinders. This includes three cylinders containing gold, silver, and… More »

4 years & up. Use safety goggles any time students need reliable eye protection. Safety goggles help prevent a wide range of eye injuries, including scratches, cuts, burns, splashes and chemical exposure. Safety goggles serve as a visual reminder to prioritize safety and take precautions to protect the eyes, while being creative or exploring. Instill a sense of safety awareness and responsibility from a young age. Sized for students and adjustable for adults. Goggles measure 6" x 3".… More »

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.

5 years & up. Look, listen, and explore! The GeoSafari® Jr. Kidnoculars Extreme is focus-free binoculars featuring 3x magnification and built-in headset-free audio amplification to observe the world up close in a fun and exciting way. Bring these binoculars on your adventures encouraging scientific exploration and discovery through STEM-based play. Includes squint-free, extra-large eyepieces for easy viewing and a breakaway strap for safety. Requires 2 AAA batteries (not included).

8 years & up. Is it magic or is it science? Watch plants grow without any soil with this incredible Hydroponics Kit! Your child will be able to see root systems clearly through water-filled flasks, monitoring not only the top of a plant's growth, but the bottom as well. Just put sprouted seeds in the included seed baskets, place them in the flasks, and observe the science behind the Aztec's amazing floating gardens! Included: 2 flasks with thermometers, 2 trellises with rulers, 2 seed baskets, 22-page activity journal

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.

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 »

5 years & up. Your little engineers will love designing and creating their own skyscrapers, cranes, bridges and more with this City Engineering® & Design Set by Learning Resources. Use the activity cards to complete design challenges or let your imagination run wild and create your own city. The perfect set to encourage early STEM learning. Platform measures 4.25" x 4.25". Included: 89 Easy-to-assemble pieces: Gears, building pieces, 2 figures, a truck, a construction cone and more, and Activity cards.

Grades 3 & up. Gain a deeper understanding of how the human body interacts by manipulating it yourself. A realistically detailed miniature plastic model includes a stand, a fact guide, and photo-illustrated assembly instructions. Features brain, skull, heart, rib cage, lungs, liver, stomach, pancreas, kidneys, intestines, and spine. 31-Piece torso model measures 4.5"H when assembled.

5 years & up. Easy to assemble construction set features springs, spirals, and small, medium, and large gears and bases. 82 piece set can be used alone or with our Gears! Gears! Gears!® Sets.