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Social & Emotional

Support healthy emotional development with Kaplan’s social-emotional learning resources. From feelings and behavior tools to calming spaces and cooperative activities, these classroom-ready materials help children build self-awareness, empathy, communication, and positive relationship skills through meaningful, play-based experiences.

Adventures with Dad Board Books - Set of 4
Item: 302784
Status: In Stock
$34.95
6 months & up. These dad books are filled with heartwarming tales that celebrate everything dads do - from big bear hugs that chase away fears to bedtime stories that spark imagination. Inside, you'll find stories of dads who fix broken toys with love, cook the best meals, cheer the loudest, and offer quiet comfort when it's needed most. Each story highlights the unique and irreplaceable role dads play in a child's life - whether they're being silly, strong, wise, or wonderfully supportive.
Changing Seasons Sensory Tubes
Item: 301601
Status: In Stock
$27.95
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.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Goat
Item: 301910
Status: In Stock
$32.95
Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Goat! Simply warm up in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time. Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Plush Goat measures 13" long. Facial expressions may vary.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Capybara
Item: 301038
Status: In Stock
$31.95
Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Capybara! Simply warm up in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time. Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Capybara measures 13" long. Facial expressions may vary.
Noise Reduction Headphones - Blue
Item: 301545
Status: In Stock
$29.95
3 years and up. Keep children calm and comfortable with these protective earmuffs. Children need ways to relax when loud noises stress them out. These earmuffs are here to help. With a soft headband and cushioned ear cups, these earmuffs will bring children a sense of comfort as well as a sense of quiet. The earmuffs stretch and pivot, so caretakers can adjust them to their children's needs.
Emotion Bears - Set of 4
Item: 63517
Status: In Stock
$38.95
Birth & up. Children will relate to this lovable set of bears and matching blanket that encourages social emotional development. The four soft and colorful bears will help children identify and label the common emotions of happy, sad, angry, and scared. Have children match the bear to the corresponding color on the blanket, and discuss each emotion. Each bear is 11" tall. Machine washable.
Magnetic Emotions Recognition Set
Item: 301991
Status: In Stock
$39.95
2 years & up. This emotions recognition set includes 1 wooden tray, 27 large magnetic facial pieces, and 20 illustrated situation cards, along with an emotions guide. Designed to help children explore and understand emotions, each card depicts a relatable daily life scenario. On the back of each card, a completed face provides guidance on which magnetic pieces to use to recreate the expression. The set offers two levels of play: younger children can simply match and build the expressions shown, while older children can challenge themselves to identify the correct emotion based on the situation. A built-in mirror allows children to observe and practice facial expressions, reinforcing emotional recognition and self-awareness. Children will explore 10 key emotions: happiness, fear, sadness, anger, shyness, love, disgust, laughter, jealousy, and surprise. Wooden tray measures 8.5" x 8.5". Magnetic facial pieces measure approximately 5".
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Laying Down Deer
Item: 301911
Status: In Stock
$31.95
Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Laying Down Deer! Simply warm up in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time. Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Plush Laying Down Deer measures 13" long. Facial expressions may vary.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Opossum
Item: 301909
Status: In Stock
$32.95
Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Opossum! Simply warm up in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time. Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Plush Opossum measures 13" long. Facial expressions may vary.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Golden Dog
Item: 147685
Status: In Stock
$31.95
Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Golden Dog! Simply warm up in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time. Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Golden Dog measures 13" long. Facial expressions may vary.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Calico Cat
Item: 147686
Status: In Stock
$31.95
Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Calico Cat! Simply warm up in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time. Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Calico Cat measures 13" long. Facial expressions may vary.
BubblePlush™ Yoga Ball Buddy
Item: 303181
Status: In Stock
$32.95
3 years & up. Stretch, balance, and bend with Ziggy, the Playful Puppy! This cuddly companion wraps around an inflatable yoga ball to support active, mindful movement, helping children build strength, coordination, and confidence. The soft, machine-washable cover adds comfort, while illustrated yoga cards guide kids through fun poses and breathing exercises designed to promote self-regulation and focus. Perfect for active play, mindful movement, and healthy habits, BubblePlush makes yoga engaging and enjoyable for young learners. Maximum weight: 110 lbs.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Golden Dog and Board Book
Item: 303147
Status: In Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Dog and matching Warmies® Board Book, "Golden Dog's Magical Adventure". Simply warm the plush dog in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Dog measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Calico Cat and Board Book
Item: 303146
Status: In Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Calico Cat and matching Warmies® Board Book, "A Calico Cat Nap". Simply warm the plush cat in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Cat measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Goat and Board Book
Item: 303148
Status: In Stock
$43.95
Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Goat and matching Warmies® Board Book, "The Greatest Goat of All Time". Simply warm the plush goat in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Goat measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".
Tangle® Jr. Textured Metallic Fidgets - Set of 6
Item: 302438
Status: In Stock
$44.95
3 years & up. This exciting set of textured metallic Tangles delivers a one-of-a-kind sensory experience. Featuring shiny, eye-catching finishes and a variety of tactile surfaces, each piece invites hands-on exploration. Ideal for building fine motor skills and encouraging wrist movement, they also support tactile and visual discrimination through texture and color. Perfect as classroom fidgets or calming tools for therapeutic settings. Consists of eighteen 1" curved sections. Includes six assorted textures and metallic colors.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" SpongeBob
Item: 302988
Status: In Stock
$35.95
Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this adorable Warmies Microwavable Plush SpongeBob - the perfect snuggle buddy to enjoy with all the excitement surrounding the new SpongeBob movie! Just warm him in the microwave for 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave, and he transforms into a soft, soothing companion with a gentle lavender scent. He's ideal for movie nights, bedtime, or anytime calming comfort is needed. Heating instructions are printed on the sewn-in label and should be followed carefully, and the plush should be used under close adult supervision.
Warmies® Microwavable Plush 13" Patrick Star
Item: 302989
Status: In Stock
$35.95
Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this adorable Warmies Microwavable Plush Patrick Star--an ideal snuggle buddy to enjoy along with the excitement of the new SpongeBob movie! Just warm him in the microwave for 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave, and he becomes a soft, soothing companion with a gentle lavender scent. Perfect for movie nights, bedtime, or anytime calming comfort is needed. Heating instructions are printed on the sewn-in label and should be followed carefully, and the plush should be used under close adult supervision.
Career Dramatic Play Dress-Up - Set 1
Item: 32402P
Status: In Stock
$39.95 - $199.95
3 - 5 years. Inspire children to explore a variety of careers with these five career garments. Features hook-and-loop closures for easy dress up. Accessories and hats are included for all with the exception of the astronaut garment. 100% polyester. Soft, machine washable fabric. Includes: Mechanic, Construction Worker, Mail Carrier, Astronaut, and Chef. Available individually or in a set of 5.
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Career Dramatic Play Dress-Up  - Set 2
Item: 32403P
Status: In Stock
$39.95 - $199.95
3 years and up. Inspire big dreams through pretend play! Our collection of career costumes for preschoolers lets children step into the shoes of community helpers and professionals-from doctors and firefighters to chefs, builders, and teachers. Dressing up encourages imaginative storytelling, boosts language development, and helps children learn about different jobs that make a community work. Designed with comfort and durability in mind, these realistic dress-up outfits are easy to slip on and take off, making them ideal for classroom dramatic play centers or home learning spaces. As children explore roles and responsibilities, they gain a better understanding of teamwork, empathy, and problem-solving in fun, hands-on ways. Durable, machine-washable materials designed for years of pretend play. Available individually, or in a set of 5.
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Walk in My Shoes Mat with Printable Activities and Teacher Guide
Item: 32938
Status: In Stock
$89.95
$49.95
3 years & up. Model and practice empathy with the Walk In My Shoes Mat, Teacher Guide and Activity Card(s). Provide children with the emotional tools they need as you demonstrate and practice appropriate responses about feelings and emotions. Children will learn to be more empathetic and appreciate how different people express their feelings when they step into their classmate's "shoes" and experience feelings from a new perspective. Features a printable teacher guide from social-emotional expert Dr. Angela Searcy. Mat measures 40"L x 60"W and rolls easily for storage.
Eggxpress Yourself Match & Learn Eggs
Item: 301362
Status: In Stock
$27.95
18 months and up. Facilitate social-emotional learning through play with these Eggxpress Yourself Match & Learn Eggs. Each egg has a different emotion and a different shape inside it, so children can explore different emotions while also developing shape-recognition skills. Additionally, the bus that holds all the eggs will exercise children's gross-motor skills as they move it around the room.
Feelings Friend Emotional Plush
Item: 63012
Status: In Stock
$49.95
$42.95
3 years & up. This cuddly pal will help children identify and feel comfortable with their emotions. Introducing facial vocabulary helps children understand how they feel moment to moment, day to day. Feelings Friend has an assortment of facial features in its front pouch and includes illustrated emotion cards, conversation starters, and a social-emotional development guide. Measures 12" high.
Manimo® Weighted Animals
Item: 63777P
Status: In Stock
$44.95 - $69.95
3 years & up. Manimo® weighted plush animals provide children with a sensory stimulation and soothing effect. These plush companions were designed to help children remain attentive and focused during their daily activities. Alleviating excess energy while providing deep pressure sensations. The weighted animals are soft and pliable and can be placed either on the child's shoulders, waist, thighs or stomach to stimulate rest and/or concentration. Recommended usage time is 15-20-minutes, preferably under adult supervision. Dolphin weighs 2 lbs. and Lizard weighs 4 1/2 lbs. Colors may vary.
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