Special Needs & Inclusion

3 years & up. The Do-A-Dot Paint Markers Classroom Pack features easy to grasp paint markers ideal for class art projects. Easy to use, dot art markers with sponge top applicators provide creative, clean fun! Children can simply twist off the cap and enjoy stamping the wonderful colors across their papers. Encourage children to make patterns and identify the colors they're using. No cups or brushes to set up or clean up. The special non-clog formula will not dry out if left uncapped. Perfect… More »

3 years & up. Create hours of hands-on fun with the Mad Mattr Activity Pack! Perfect for group play, this all-in-one activity pack includes everything you need to spark creativity and keep kids engaged. Inside you'll find 30 oz of green Mad Mattr, 6 Ultimate Brick Makers, and 12 Extruders-ideal for building, molding, and imaginative play. Mad Mattr is a super-soft, reusable building compound that never dries out. It's easy to shape, smooth to the touch, and perfect for open-ended play. Cleanup… More »

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.

3 years & up. Meet Cuddlebug the Vibrating Sensory Caterpillar, the ultimate plush companion for sensory seekers! This lovable 35" long caterpillar is designed to provide comfort, engagement, and relaxation through five soothing vibration modes, all easily controlled by little hands. Cuddlebug features a built-in marble fidget tail to keep busy hands occupied and numbered feet for interactive learning fun. Made with sensory-rich materials, this cuddly friend offers a perfect blend of tactile… More »

3 years & up. Step on and watch it move! Create a colorful floor space with this bright, futuristic Liquid Tile Mat. Made from super durable, leakage-proof material and filled with non-toxic, cosmetic liquid. Features an anti-slip back side and easily wipes clean. No weight limit. Mat measures 19.5" x 19.5". Please note: mats need to be placed on an even surface and handled with care, may break if dropped. Do not adhere mat to the floor.

Create an inclusive, accessible classroom environment through thoughtful details like the Carolina Connections Inclusive Mats. These easy-to-clean, flexible plastic mats can be used with a variety of sensory-based materials to provide additional stability while making the tops and inside of storage shelves interesting play spaces. Padded material reduces noise pollution during play, creating a less stimulating environment for children who may need it. The visual contrast of mats on natural wooden… More »

3 years & up. Placing different objects within the box to retrieve provides a wide range of tactile experiences from basic shape recognition to texture, size, and object discrimination. Chalkboard on one side and a write/wipe board on the other. Hardwood box has permanently attached, soft vinyl flaps at both hand openings. Feely objects are not included. Measures 10.75"L x 7.75"W x 6"H.

2 years & up. Lace, wrap and twist realistic or abstract animal patterns on large, animal-shaped wooden boards. Simple, screened faces encourage dramatic play without distracting from the colorful lace creations. Includes set of 10 double-sided, matte pattern cards for suggested designs. Five laces feature a wooden tip to support fine-motor skill development. Giraffe measures 7"W x 12"D x 10"H.

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.

2 years & up. Provide a comfortable spot for your little one to read and learn on. This seating pillow features a zippered cotton chintz outer cover that is removable and easy to clean. Liquid resistant and fire retardant filling. Each pillow meets CA TB17 fire specifications and measure 24"L x 24"W. One year warranty.

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 »

3 years & up. Watch balance skills improve after a few trips around the Step-A-Logs! Begin by organizing logs in a straight line then move on to curves and more challenging log placement. Logs feature raised dots for safety and tactile stimulation. Logs extend over 15 feet and can be moved from straight to curved position, increasing the challenge. This game allows for physical activity as well as improving the sense of balance. The six, brightly-colored Step-a-Logs are made from strong, durable… More »

4 years & up. These gel writing boards are a fun way to practice ABC's, reading and writing, or doodling! Just draw and then erase with the magic stylus. These boards make it fun for children to answer questions and spell new words. These writing boards are a great way to practice penmanship over and over again. This set promotes dexterity and fine motor skills. The set includes 12 boards with stylus pens. Each board measures 4"L x 8.5"W. Made in the USA.

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".

It's magic! Just write and erase with the magic stylus and watch the writing disappear. No more messy clean-up! These large gel writing boards promote dexterity and fine motor skills. Use them over and over again to practice math skills, handwriting, spelling, and sight word practice or just doodling. Have all the fun of a dry erase board without erasers or the smell of the marker. Set of 6 boards and styluses. Made in the USA.

3 years & up. Plush weighted Chloe is a comforting companion who helps with sensory processing, stress and anxiety. Her floppy body can lie across laps or shoulders to help sharpen focus. Fur, ears, eyes, nose and weighted paws all provide unique textures for tactile exploration. The hook and loop pocket in her tummy holds a pouch of ceramic beads that emits a gentle lavender aroma. Remove the pouch to heat in the microwave or chill in the refrigerator. Measures approximately 16" from head… More »

5 years & up. Calm and captivate children with the Bubblebloom Mini Sensory Lamp! The lamp's pump motor and LED lights create an enchanting visual of colors, bubbles, and fish that promotes concentration and creates a calming ambiance that brings relaxation. This sensory lamp simulates a lifelike underwater environment that serves as a calming visual aid, helping alleviate stress and anxiety. This lamp provides soothing sounds and sights sights. Water will need to be added, directions included.

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.

6 months & up. Encourage little ones to enjoy reading with these delightful cloth books. Each book is interactive with soft textures, crinkles, and sounds. Each book presents appropriate activities that promote curiosity, self-discovery and fine motor skills. Contents may vary.

2 years & up. The River Stones are designed to improve coordination and balance. Jumping or stepping from stone to stone developes a child's confidence in their ability to judge distances. The side of each triangular block varies in steepness and difficulty, and the layout can be changed to make a pathwat more or less challenging. Each stone has a non-slip rubber rim that helps with stability during play, which also protects indoor surfaces. River Stones can be conveniently stacked for storage.… More »

3 years & up. Emotions Dough Rollers & Tactile Emotion Stones are an engaging way to help children recognize and talk about the key emotions they may be experiencing. Each of the 6 stone rollers measure 2.75" long, sized perfectly for small hands. Simply roll into play dough, clay or sand, to make a body and add a face to complete the emotion. The set of Tactile Emotion Stones are engraved with faces showing 12 common emotions; happiness, fear, sadness, surprise, anger, confusion, shyness,… More »

PreK & up. Make learning sight word fun with these brightly colored Sight Words String Ups. With this set of important early vocabulary words children will develop literacy, fine motor skills, dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and color recognition. Simply set a sight word on your child's tray and have them spell the word out using the provided letter beads. Encourage children to identify the colors they are working with. This set includes: 218 printed sight words, over 280 letter beads (.875"),… More »

2 years & up. This 26-piece set features an impressed lower case letter and corresponding American Sign Language picture. Colorful and tactile way to add variety to your knowledge of alphabets. Learning the American Sign Language alphabet develops awareness and sensitivity to cultural and linguistic diversity.  Made from sustainable rubberwood. Colors are made from vegetable dye, and coated with a non-toxic finish.

4 years & up. Even children have obstacles to overcome and this book set is actually honest, light, and direct. With issues ranging from asthma, diabetes, autism, Down's syndrome, handicapped, blind and poor eyesight. Each book has a desire for all children to learn and play, and to be accepted for themselves as other children are. Titles may vary.