4 years & up. Design a desert landscape with included gravel, sand, and boulder. Complete with a variety of cacti and succulents including the Giant Sagauro, Pincushion Cactus, Golden Barrel Cactus, Joshua Tree, Century Plant, and more. Easy-to-grow plants will start sprouting in a week and will last for years. Includes growing instructions and care information. Hothouse measures 9"L x 4.5"W x 6"H. Made in the USA.

8 years & up. This chapter book explores the early life of Louis Armstrong, including how he helped his mother pay rent. 96 pages. Chapter paperback.

3 years & up. Ro, ro, the rattlin' bog, the bog down in the valley-o! Joining Barefoot's singalong collection, this rollicking traditional Irish tune sung by a traditional Irish band explores an Irish peat bog where a rattlin' (Irish slang for "wonderful") tree contains a rattlin' nest, which contains a rattlin' egg, which contains a rattlin' bird all the way down to a seed of a brand-new rattlin" tree. Includes notes on Irish peat bogs and the creatures that live there, as well… More »

8 years & up. George Frideric Handel was a man who knew exactly what he liked and he wasn't afraid to pursue it. From sneaking a clavichord into the attic to secretly playing the organ at a duke's estate to composing operas no one initially wanted to hear, Handel followed his passion no matter the obstacle. Even when faced with hardship and opposition, he never wavered from being himself. And because of that unwavering spirit, he became one of the most beloved composers in history. In this captivating… More »

4 - 8 years. Little Lex has big dreams of becoming a superhero! He reads comic books, builds up his muscles, and orders a superhero costume. His first mission is to save a tomcat in trouble. The tomcat ends up bullying Dex about his size. Will Dex learn that a hero is not defined by the strength of his muscles, but the trueness of his heart? Paperback. 32 pages.

6 years & up. Prepare your own slides to observe and explore! This kit is an excellent complement to any microscope. Microscope not included. Included: 12 pieces blank slides, 12 pieces Concavity (well) slides, 1 plastic storage box to hold 25 slides, Cover glass, Plastic forceps, Plastic pipet (dropper), and Directions and helpful hints for preparing simple mounts.

2 years & up. Enjoy creating with the Decorative Hues Paper Pack! With 192 sheets of bright solids and patterns children can create many types of unique artwork. The set includes 64 patterns in 8 different color collections and some brightly colored solids. 192 sheets total. Sheets measure 8.5"L x 5.5"W.

6 years & up. This simple and easy to use kit is a great way to show children how germs spread and teach them proper hand washing techniques to help prevent it. Kit includes guide, glow powder and blacklight. Requires 3 AAA batteries, not included.

5 years & up. Create macaroni masterpieces, flowers, insects or decorate a frame, the possibilities are endless. One pound of assorted macaroni shapes in various colors. Made in the USA.

5 years & up. One-half pound of clear string rings. The large hole in the center of various shapes makes for easy stringing. Ideal for gluing, sorting, collages, sewing and stringing.

Hardcover.

Crepe Paper Streamers can add a bit of fun and festivity to any event--birthdays, class parties, holidays, etc. Measures 81 feet.

Paperback.

4 years & up. This set of magnetic marbles brings a whole new twist to traditional marble play! These marbles allow children to build, explore, and create in new ways, offering endless possibilities for hands-on learning and imaginative play. Magnetic marbles offer a fun way to introduce basic scientific concepts related to magnetism, helping young learners understand the forces of attraction and repulsion as they explore. Ideal for individual or group activities where children can engage in… More »

4 years & up. Violet is a science-loving inventor with a knack of flying! She can engineer any appliance in her home by age 2, and by age 8, she has taken to the skies. In this story, readers will join Violet her on adventures as she follows her dreams! Paperback. 40 pages.

3 - 8 years. Franklin has always lived in the same house in the same town, and he's grown up with the same friends. Then new neighbors move in-- the Moose family! At school, Mr. Owl asks Franklin to be Moose's buddy. Initially, Franklin is afraid of Moose because of his size, but he soon realizes that despite their differences, he has made a new friend. Paperback. 32 pages.

5 years & up. Lightweight paper in 20 assorted colors is ideal for accurate folding. Sheets are colored on one side. All origami packaging includes easy-to-follow instructions for four projects. Paper measures 9" x 9", package includes 40 sheets.

Ages 6-10 years. 50 cards + 8 page booklet. Dig in, explore the garden and have fun indoors and out! Fifty easy-to-follow activity cards in 5 engaging categories invite children to learn not just the basics of gardening, but also new ways of looking at nature. Creative games, nature-themed crafts and unique experiments are enhanced by colorful collage artwork on each double-sided card. Kid-friendly explanations of the history and science behind each activity make this product a valuable multi-layered… More »

If a big hungry moose comes to visit, you might give him a muffin to make him feel at home. If you give him a muffin, he'll want some jam to go with it. When he's eaten all your muffins, he'll want to go to the store to get some more muffin mix. And the story goes on and on...

3 years & up. Coated White Fingerpaint Paper available in a roll. Glossy, non-absorbent paper coated on both sides will resist running, smearing and bleeding. This roll is great for customize sheet sizes, banners and murals! Measures 16" x 100'.

Stink may be super smart, and Stink may be uber clever, but he's been in the Polliwog swim class frog-ever and he still can't bear to put his face in the water. Why would he want a geyser up his nose, on purpose? But then something weird happens: Stink starts to see frogs everywhere, in the locker room, in his boot, in the bathtub. And when a freaky blue frog licks his arm, his froggy senses start tingling! He has an urge to slurp up raisins (that look like flies). He can't wait to play in the… More »

5 years & up. Combine literacy with arts and crafts with these wonderful Uppercase Collage Letters for Learning the Alphabet through Art. This set contains 26 big, multi-purpose corrugated uppercase letters. These collage letters are great for introducing the alphabet, art projects, and tracing activities. Encourage children to go over the alphabet as they decorate their letter. Set includes an idea guide. Measures 9" tall.

3 years & up. These sponge sheets are great quality, highly resilient craft sponges that can be cut into any shape or object. After cutting a shape, just dip in water and watch the sponge expand. Craft sponges can be used for sponge painting on walls, making borders, designing t-shirts and more. Sponge crafts are fun to do in addition to providing an excellent tactile tool for kids to play with. Sponge sheets measure 3" x 4" and come 4 to a pack.

Rich, radiant and shiny! Crayola® Metallic Markers add an extra sleek sheen to homemade cards, crafts, and colorful art projects. Eight steely tones to choose from: Black Iron, Copper Mine, Slick Silver, Green Machine, Cobalt Blue, Pink Bling, Purple Steel, and Gold Ingot.