Special Needs & Inclusion

2 years & up. Enable play to take flight with this stunning collection of Sensory Play Stones: Birds. The tactile, realistic detailing will inspire curiosity and conversation while providing lots of wonderful sensory feedback. Sturdy bases make the birds versatile for imaginary play and create solid foundations for children's vocabulary and storytelling skills to grow. To top it all off, the birds are easy to clean and able to withstand water, soil, mud, and clay. Set features 8 different types of birds.

2 years & up. Enable play to take flight with this charming collection of Sensory Play Stones: Butterflies. The tactile, realistic detailing will inspire curiosity and conversation while providing lots of wonderful sensory feedback. Sturdy bases permit lots of imaginative play possibilities and create solid foundations for children's vocabulary and storytelling skills to grow. To top it all off, the butterflies are easy to clean and able to withstand water, soil, mud, and clay. Set features 8 different types of butterflies.

2 years and up. This set of realistic flower heads will help grow children's curiosity about the natural world around them. Created from a unique stone mix, they are durable enough to be used outdoors and are perfect for mud kitchen play, sand tables, and nature walks. These tactile stones encourage open-ended play and imagination. Set contains eight garden flowers: carnation, daffodil, dahlia, gerbera daisy, pansy, rose, sunflower, and tulip. Each flower stone measures approximately 2".

2 years & up. This lovely set of 12 leaves in natural tones will encourage children's imagination and curiosity about the world around them. Created from a unique stone mix ideal for outdoor learning and explorative play, these durable leaves can be used in water, soil, mud, and clay. Perfect for sensory play, details can be felt and seen. Your little learner will explore further making rubbings using crayons. Set of 12 stones consisting of six pairs of leaves with seasonal tones. Set includes leaves from the following trees: apple, beech, cherry, maple, oak and silver birch. Each stone measures between 2" - 3".

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 for fostering creativity, sparking imagination, and discovering self-expression through art. Set includes rainbow, brilliant, royal and ultra shimmer colors. Non-toxic. Made in the USA. Measure 2.5 oz each.

2 years & up. Bring the world of food to life with this set of 20 realistic fruit and vegetable stones, perfect for imaginative play in the home corner, mud kitchen, or role-play market stall. Each durable, tactile stone, from aubergine and baby corn to mango, pineapple, and pomegranate, is designed to spark curiosity as children explore familiar and exotic foods, encouraging descriptive language, counting, and discussions about healthy eating. Washable and hardwearing, these stones are ideal for messy play, whether creating tropical dishes in the mud kitchen or making imprints in playdough, and can be used both indoors and outdoors. Made from a sturdy stone mix, each piece measures 1 3/4" - 3".

4 years & up. Help children safely learn and practice cutting skills with these Safety Scissors. Designed for young learners, the scissors feature blunt tips and comfortable handles sized for small hands. This allows children to cut with confidence during art projects or everyday activities. The ambidextrous design makes them suitable for both right- and left-handed children. Ideal for classrooms, art centers, and group activities, this set supports the development of fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and independence. Measures 5.5" long. Available as a set of 12 or 24.

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.

3 years & up. Encourage active sitting and focused learning with the Wobble & Twist Stool. This stool is thoughtfully designed for safety, comfort, and movement. Unlike traditional wobble stools that tip at the base, this innovative design features a flat, non-slip bottom and a rotating, tilting seat, allowing children to rock and spin freely while staying safely grounded.

3 years & up. This non-roll weighted balance ball is an ideal flexible seating option for school or home, helping improve performance and increase focus. Its unique weighting feature keeps the ball securely in place when not in use, while its dynamic design encourages movement that supports focus and provides a healthy outlet for excess energy, easing feelings of anxiety, stress, and boredom. The balance ball also helps build core strength and promote proper posture, and is made from high-quality, anti-burst, slip-resistant material for safe everyday use. Each ball includes a foot pump, two stoppers, a stopper remover, and a measuring tape, and is recommended for users up to 5 feet tall.

3 years & up. Bring hands-on fun to classroom activities and playtime with our vibrant, dust-free colored sand! Available in a variety of bright hues, this safe, USA-made sand is perfect for sand and water tables, arts and crafts, and sensory exploration. Encourage creativity and imaginative learning with every colorful scoop!

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 is quick and simple, and the unique, non-toxic formula is gluten, casein, and wheat-free that makes it safe and fun for everyone.

2 years & up. Sunny the Giant Sensory Sea Turtle Plush is the ultimate companion for comfort and sensory support! Designed with soft, foldable arms for gentle hugs and a multi-textured shell for tactile exploration, Sunny offers deep-pressure stimulation to help children relax and self-regulate. Thoughtfully made for easy care, the entire turtle is machine washable. Unzip the covers, remove the single-piece stuffing pads, wash all components on a delicate cycle, air dry, and reassemble. Perfect for home, classroom, or therapy settings, Sunny provides soothing comfort, sensory play, and simple maintenance all in one cuddly friend. Measures 68.5"L x 38"W x 24"H x 38" Diameter.

This informative book by Rachel Wagner, MSW, in partnership with the Devereux Center for Resilient Children, is designed to support all adults who interact with young children. It explains FLIP IT's four simple steps for transforming challenging behavior in young children: F - Feelings, L - Limits, I - Inquiries, P - Prompts. Teachers and parents can help children learn about their feelings and gain self-control by using that mnemonic. This strategy was created for use with children 3-8 years old. Learn to FLIP IT with the book's practice pictures, reflection activities and real-life stories. Paperback. 88 pages. © 2011

Uncover simple strategies that will help you bounce back from life's ups and downs! The book contains a 23-item reflective checklist designed to help you gain valuable insights about your personal strengths. As you reflect on your strengths, the journal will help you establish goals and uncover strategies that will strengthen your relationships, increase initiative, support internal beliefs, and maintain self-control. In today's world, we all face risk. Spend time offsetting that risk by reflecting on all of your strengths, identifying strategies to implement, and celebrating the progress you have made. Copyright 2013.

Young children with special needs often face physical, emotional, or social barriers to deep engagement with the natural world. These challenges need not prevent them from enjoying the many benefits nature has to offer. Nature is a necessity. Research tells us that we are happier, healthier, more socially engaged, and more creative when it is part of our daily lives. These benefits apply to people of all ages and abilities. In this inspiring book, Dr. Ruth Wilson explores the great potential of connecting young children with special needs to the natural world. Drawing on her knowledge of research and her decades of work with children in nature, she weaves together advice, real-life examples, and testimonies from educators and families on the healing, nurturing power of nature in the lives of young children with diverse abilities. Paperback. 192 pages.

Every child belongs. Every child is unique. Every child has strengths. Every child has the potential to fly. Inclusion benefits all children! Inclusion--perhaps you believe it is complicated, time-consuming, and expensive. Not true! Jani Kozlowski, experienced trainer and technical-assistance provider on inclusion and disability services, dispels the myths and shows that implementing high-quality inclusive practices in your program is easier than you think! Throughout "Every Child Can Fly," Kozlowski explores the defining features of high-quality inclusion and shows readers how to provide access and support for children with disabilities. Learn how to help them feel included through strong family involvement, peer relationships, individualized teaching practices, collaborative teaming, ongoing evaluation, and staff professional development. Learn why inclusion is important. Unravel the jargon and acronyms. Understand screening, assessment, and referrals. Paperback. 272 pages.

4 years & up. 5.5" scissors for right or left-handed children.

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.

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.

Now more than ever, adults must help children develop the skills necessary to navigate through life successfully. By focusing on building social and emotional strength, we increase children's resilience and prepare them to handle the challenges in life. The strategies and activities in "Socially Strong, Emotionally Secure" help children become socially and emotionally healthy for life. Organized into five chapters, the activities support and build resilience in children ages 3 to 8. 160 pages. Paperback.

The prevalence of ASD is growing tremendously in early childhood classrooms. This book showcases the diverse capabilities of students with ASD and prepares early childhood educators to work effectively with students ages 3-5 with pervasive developmental disorders. Descriptive examples and interactive activities guide teachers to understand how these disorders affect student progress and how educators can tap into student potential. Each chapter offers several strategies to address specific academic, social, and behavioral needs common to many young children with ASD. The strategies are easy to follow and accompanied by teacher tips, sample resources, and relevant student goals. Paperback. 200 pages.

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 easily; run easy-to-read child-, group-, and program-level reports in seconds; import/export data efficiently; store each child's assessment history in a secure database.

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