Special Needs & Inclusion

3 years & up. Promote inclusion in a fun, engaging way with this set of Differing Abilities Puzzles. Each puzzle depicts real children with differing abilities so that children can begin to understand and accept that not everyone is like them. The puzzles will also help children develop their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Puzzles each have 14 pieces and measure 9" x 12".

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

Use this pack of self-assessment bands to help children communicate their understanding of a topic or feelings directly, visually, and confidentially to the teacher. Made out of dual layered silicone, with debossed lettering on both sides. Measures 7" x 0.5".

This strategy guide for early childhood professionals includes hundreds of research-based strategies and tips to strengthen young children's initiative, self-regulation, and attachment/relationships. The strategies incorporate developmentally appropriate teaching practices in five areas related to social and emotional health: Daily Routines; Environment; Caring Connections; Activities and Experiences; Partnerships between Teachers and Families. It takes readers through a simple five-step approach… More »

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

3 years & up. Children can create dough eggs to put in the birds nest! Each dough mat has a numeral and corresponding counting dots so children know how many dough eggs to make and place in the nest. These mats are a wonderful and engaging way to incorporate math and fine motor skills. Activity card(s) included Gently wipe clean with a damp cloth, air dry. Measures 8.5" x 11". Set of 9.

3 years and up. Create an interesting sensory experience in the classroom with the multipurpose Carolina Connections Rhythm Seating. The gentle curve of the seat creates visual interest as well as a pathway using the organic shapes found in nature. Securely attach entire seat to shelving units or use individually to create multiple configurations and places for exploration in the classroom. The durable foam seating pad is textured to provide comfort and sensorial input for children who may be seeking… More »

4 years & up. Learning the alphabet and how to write are just some the most important skills children are taught, so why not make it fun! This fun and interactive kit assists in the fostering of fine motor skills necessary for writing and provides children with plenty of practice tools. The composition notebook features wide ruled sheets perfect for small hands practicing dexterity. Colorful individual cards teach letter formation, and a letter puzzle game helps in letter and sound recognition.… More »

2 years and up. Our softline collection provides colorful, thoughtful transition pieces that assist children in acclimating to and mastering their surroundings. Provide children with a comfortable place to sit or lay down during story time, classroom activities, or play time with a set of colorful pillows. The three large pillows in the natural color palette are made of sturdy yet comfortable fabric to stand up to rigorous and repeated use. A sponge interior ensures each pillow easily holds its… More »

The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) Preschool Program, 2nd Edition, is a strength-based assessment and planning system designed to promote resilience in children ages 3 through 5. The kit includes the nationally standardized, strength-based assessment (DECA-P2), along with strategy guides for early childhood educators and families. The DECA-P2 Preschool Program kit includes: DECA-P2 Record Forms (set of 40); DECA-P2 User's Guide and Technical Manual; Promoting Resilience in Preschoolers:… More »

6 months & up. This set includes four sensory balls which are made vinyl. The balls come in four colors and two sizes: 8 inches and 4 inches. The bright colors are sure to grab your little one's attention. The textures offer a wonderful tactile experience and eye-hand coordination. These sensory products will enable babies to: explore, discover, visualize, verbalize and so much more. Colors may vary.

3 years & up. This Waterworks Play Kit is a great way to introduce children to water properties and makes a great addition to any water table. Encourage children to splash around and explore how each piece reacts with water. For extra STEM learning create an activity to teach children about buoyancy using these exciting pieces. This kit includes boats and corks for floating, sea animals for swimming, funnels, tubes, measuring cups, pipettes, plastic tubes, and a storage container.

The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers is a premier tool for assessing protective factors and screening for potential risks in the social and emotional development of very young children. It includes 50 record forms (20 Infant and 30 Toddler), Strategies Guide, User Guide, Set of 5 reproducible Parent Teacher Masters, 20 Parent Strategy Guides (For Now & Forever), 3 Adult Resilience Journals (Building Your Bounce) and Forms CD. This assessment is standardized, norm-referenced,… More »

3 years & up. These easy spring scissors help beginners learn the motion of cutting with scissors. They are easy to use with both hands. Set of 4.

3 years & up. Provide a comfortable space for moments of respite in your classroom with the Carolina Connections Cove. The curved, semi-enclosed design and comfortable seating area foster belonging and invite children to find a sense of calm, while also creating a pathway between spaces in the classroom. Incorporate sensorial elements into the built-in rungs along the canopy to enhance play experiences for children. Made using durable birch plywood and an easy-to-clean vinyl cushion, this unit… More »

These heavy-bodied, vivid finger paints are rich, creamy, and water-soluble making clean-up a breeze! All Kaplan Washable Finger Paints are non-toxic (certified with AP Seal for safety & ASTM-D4236). Made in the USA.

4 years & up. Perfect for those working with children who have sensory processing disorder (SPD), this set has everything you need to understand and support children with SPD as well as build a sensory-friendly environment for all children. The set features "Wired Differently: A Teacher's Guide to Understanding Sensory Processing Challenges," a 2.5 pound weighted lapdog, three textured fidgets, four liquid visual timers, flexible wiggle seats, mindfulness activity cards, and more!… More »

3 years and up. Wikki Stix® Learning Toys are the original - trusted by families, schools, and teachers everywhere. Wikki Stix® are more than a craft, they're a fun interactive learning tool! Soft and pliable, Wikki Stix® are easy to use and do not contain gluten, latex, nor any nuts or nut by-products. They are made of non-toxic wax, like that found in bubble gum and lipstick, along with basic hand-knitting yarn. Kit includes 192 colorful 8" Wikki Stix®, six 7" x 7"… More »

Grades PreK & Up. Students learn through touch and the Sensory Literacy Kit gives you great resources for tactile literacy activities. The kit includes The Phonic Pebbles help children recognize and understand 44 phonemes through tactile engagement, reinforcing letter-sound relationships in a multisensory way. Also included is a set of Sight Word String Ups which combines fine motor development and sight word recognition with over 200 sight words! The Sight Word String Ups encourage children… More »

3 years & up. Take your sand and light play to the next level. Engage your child's cognitive, social, and sensory development with this innovative tool that transforms a regular sand table and projector into a hands-on learning adventure! Using Augmented Reality technology, the Illumination Station transfers realistic colors and life-like images onto the sand for a mesmerizing sensory experience. Children will learn about geography, topography, seasons, animal habitats, and more as they create… More »

The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment Clinical Form (DECA-C) is designed to be used by early childhood mental health consultants and other mental health professionals with select children, ages 2 through 5, who are already showing significant behavioral concerns. The DECA-C is a 62-item scale that can be completed by either teachers or parents in about 15 minutes. The DECA-C contains all of the strength-based resilience items and scales found on the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Preschoolers,… More »

3 years & up. This exclusive seating option allows children to channel physical energy in a positive way. The design and movement are combined to create classroom seating for children whose sensory systems are still developing. A PVC ball rests inside a strong metal frame covered in soft, washable spandex. Measures 12"H x 17"L x 17"W. Weight limit 198 lbs.

3 years & up. Help children stay calm and focused with the Fidget Fun Kit. The wide variety of shapes, textures, and colors in this kit will reduce stress and anxiety as well as provide the sensory stimulation necessary for children to stay focused. The pieces' fun designs will also ensure that children have fun while maintaining their social-emotional health. Item styles and colors will vary, 7 piece set.

4 years & up. Encourage creativity with 5.5" safety scissors designed for children. Suitable for both right- and left-handed learners.