Special Needs & Inclusion

3 months & up. Give babies the perfect water play companions with Silicone Splash Buddies. These small, easy-to-hold animals feature holes that spout water, allowing babies to see how water responds to their movements and actions. As they hold, pull, and squeeze the animals, babies will strengthen their muscles and develop fine motor skills. Each animal measures 2.2"L x 2.2"W x 3.6"H.

10 months & up. Give your little one a world of sensory discovery with this thoughtfully curated bundle, combining two fun, interactive toys that promote development and endless play! Both toys encourage sensory exploration, combining tactile stimulation with visual excitement and water play. From squeezing silicone animals to pulling and popping buttons, these toys promote hand-eye coordination, muscle strengthening, and fine motor development. Whether it's bath time or playtime, your child… More »

10 months & up. Bring a world of enriching sensory experience to your little one with the Pull, Push, and Pop Toy. This toy has 4 buttons and 6 strings that toddlers can pop, pull, and push to their heart's content. As they play, toddlers will receive tactile stimulation from the different textures on each string and button as well as visual stimulation from the variety of colors. Measures 7.87"L x 5.7"W x 5.11"H.

18 months & up. Make nature walks, field trips, and other adventures safer and way more fun with a durable nylon walking rope covered in butterflies. Each butterfly features a comfortable grip on each wing that is just right for little hands to hold. Walking rope is complete with 10 attached butterflies with a wing on each side, totaling up to 20 handles. Rope is 10' long and includes a transparent bag for easy storage when not in use.

These guides offer families simple strategies to support young children's healthy social and emotional development. Filled with suggestions of everyday activities that families can enjoy together and promote three key protective factors: initiative, self-regulation, and attachment/relationships. Booklets (40 pages) are available in English or Spanish in sets of 20. Copyright 2013.

12 months & up. This ball set is perfect for alternative sensory play. Bright vivid colors will aid in the development of visual tracking and three alternating textures will provide necessary mental stimulation to reduce stress and anxiety. All six balls included squeak when squeezed, giving multiple sensory alleviation options for children and adults of all ages.

E-DECA is the web-based application in which all Devereux Early Childhood Assessments can be entered online by both teachers and parents. The e-DECA completes all scoring, generates reports, suggests research-based strategies for both school and home settings, and stores your data in a secure database. Select to receive research-based strategies that support the Conscious Discipline methodology OR that align with the Head Start Learning Outcomes Framework. Features: score record forms quickly and… More »

Age: 2-5 years. Set of 5 Wood Stepping Stumps are 8" - 15" in diameter. They are 5" - 15" high. Portable. No warranty.

6 - 23 months. Wood Stepping Slices are 3" high. Portable. Set of 5. No Warranty.

6 months & up. Bring the sound of rain indoors with this Rainmaker set. A simple turn of the Baby Rainmaker creates a combination of sound and color that will captivate inquisitive young ones. Watch and listen as a rainbow of colored beads cascade through the tube recreating the soft sound of gently falling rain. Colors will vary. Each measures 8'H. Available individually or as a set of 2.

6 months & up. This bright red ball has five smaller balls that fit snugly into the holes around its surface. Each ball has a different texture to provide a unique tactile experience. Play with them together or separate them for multi-child play. Large ball measures 6.5" D. Small balls each measure 2.5" D.

18 months & up. Children hold the soft colorful bugs as they go walking on field trips or nature walks. It's a simple way to keep children together and safe. Features ten soft bug bodies with a cushioned grip and a handle on each side, totaling up to twenty handles. Walking Rope comes in a vinyl bag with zipper. Measures 13.5 feet long. Machine washable.

The DECA-P2 Record Forms are strength-based, nationally standardized, reliable, valid, and easy-to-use! These sets includes 40 assessment forms and a pad of 40 individual child profile forms. Sets available in English or Spanish.

For use with DECA-IT kit for children ages 1 month up to 18 months. Available in English or Spanish. Set of 20.

For use with DECA-IT kit. Includes 4 infant and 1 toddler parent/teacher profile masters.

This guide provides research-based, simple, easy-to-use social and emotional strategies for the home and childcare setting. With hundreds of strategies, organized into five chapters, this guide is a wonderful reference for any caregiver who is interested in promoting the social and emotional health of infants and toddlers.

12 months & up. Introduce new sensory elements into reading time with this wonderful Baby Touch & Feel Board Book Set with Various Textures and Themes. This set is complete with padded covers, simple images, and an amazing range of novelty textures. These books will immediately capture the attention of the very youngest children, and create an experience they'll want to repeat over and over again. This set of books promotes literacy and sensory learning. Each book contains thick pages that… More »

12 months & up. Toddlers can safely discover the magic of magnetism with the SmartMax® My First Sounds & Senses Magnetic Discovery Building Set. Unique sounds and faces that portray various emotions bring each magnetic ball to life, enabling toddlers to learn about emotions while they create a wide assortment of different shapes and designs. The set will also help toddlers develop color and shape recognition and fine motor skills. Set includes four tactile bars and four balls with different… More »

User's Guide for the DECA-IT kit. © 2007

For use with DECA-IT kit for children ages 18 months up to 36 months. Set of 30.

18 months & up. Start their creativity early with these Easy-Grip Assorted Paint Brushes. These short, wide-handled brushes are sized perfectly for younger children. Each brush features a unique bulb design making it easier to grasp. These brushes promote fine motor skills, dexterity, and creativity. Set of 10. Paint brush measures 6" long.

12 months & up. Perfect for beginners and those with limited hand movement. Easy-grasp large wooden stub handles. Brushes have long lasting bristles and measure 5" long. Available in sets of 4, 8, and 12.

Birth and up. Keep babies calm with these Baby Protective Earmuffs. Loud noises can be distressing for babies, and consistent exposure to sounds above 70 decibels can damage their hearing over time. These earmuffs reduce noise by 25 decibels and thereby decrease the potentially harmful effects of fireworks, concerts, and other loud events and atmospheres. Their soft-foam ear cushions also make them comfortable for babies to wear.

12 months & up. Sturdy pages, interesting textures, simple text, and bright pictures make these books ideal for children. Toddlers will be drawn to the captivating, tactile pages, and will want to touch, feel and explore every one. Set of 8 board books.