Early Learning
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Beads Set, 108 beads & 2 laces
$37.79
This set of colorful hardwood spheres, cubes and cylinders with laces provides plenty of patterning practice. Set includes 108 beads in six colors and two 36" black laces with 1" plastic tips.
$26.99
This adorable set of plastic bears comes in three sizes, three weights and four colors. Not only will your little ones enjoy playing with these bears, but learn size recognition, counting and sorting. Bears are also proportionally weighted and can be used on a balance for measurement discoveries. This 80-piece Basic Set contains 20 Papa, 20 Mama and 40 Baby Bear counters in four colors. Packaged in a reusable storage container.
Grippies® Shakers, 20-piece set
$53.93
Grippies Shakers bring kinetic energy and sound exploration to the award-winning toddler STEM platform, Grippies! Connect the two-sized, magnetic rods to each other or combine them with the overmolded metal ball connectors to create a uniquely soothing acoustic building experience. Toddlers can watch the sensory beads rattle their way down the magnetic rods through clear ABS plastic windows. The Grippies Shakers building sets are perfect for toddlers to exercise their auditory, fine and gross motor and engineering skills. Available in 20 or 30 piece sets. Age 18 months+
- Grippies Shakers – an auditory STEM building set for toddlers
- Includes two sizes of ABS plastic rods with clear windows, secure magnetic ends and overmolded metal ball connectors
- Listen to and see sensory beads traverse the internal maze of each rod
- Soft, overmolded plastic promotes tactile exploration
- Discovery of magnetic principles, cause and effect and kinetic energy
- Promotes fine motor, gross motor and observation skills
- Available in 20 or 30 piece sets
- Age 18 months+
$20.24
Inviting, chunky shapes–bumpy on one side, smooth on the other–slide over 2 5/8" plastic pegs. Promotes finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and sorting skills. Includes 25 double-thick crepe rubber shapes, 11 1/2" long crepe rubber sorting board and 5 removable pegs. Ages 2 and up.
$18.21
Colorful plastic 1-3⁄8" chips feature Dr. Seuss characters on one side and solid colors on the other. 30 each of 5 designs. Set of 150.
Hot Dots® Jr. Let's Master Reading, Grade PreK
$33.74
The Big Idea
This two-book set with included “Ace”—the Talking, Teaching Dog™ pen provides children with 100 lessons on a variety of beginning reading skills from letter recognition to reading readiness activities. Fifteen of the 100 lessons are challenge activities that prepare children for skills for pre-kindergarten.
Psst…They're Learning!
This two-book set with included “Ace”—the Talking, Teaching Dog™ pen provides children with 100 lessons on a variety of beginning reading skills from letter recognition to reading readiness activities. Fifteen of the 100 lessons are challenge activities that prepare children for skills for pre-kindergarten.
Psst…They're Learning!
- Playful, interactive learning
- Confidence-building feedback
- Provides ample practice time
- Encourages independent learning
- 85 Pre-kindergarten-level lessons in these areas: Letter Recognition, Reading Readiness, Phonics, Sight Words, Punctuation & Grammar, PLUS 15 challenge reading lessons for advanced learners
- The set includes two sturdy spiral-bound books and "Ace"—the Talking, Teaching Dog interactive, electronic Hot Dots pen
- Ace requires 2 AAA batteries (not included)
WordTeasers® Conversation Starters, Small Fry
$20.18
A little box of questions that spark big conversations and learning! When was the last time learning new words made you laugh out loud? Get everyone talking, laughing, and learning with these fun and entertaining conversation starters—150 in each deck! Great for writing prompts, too! 3" x 3" cards.
$17.48
Store and organize all your alphabet letters or other small items in this versatile, clear plastic container. 13.7" x 8.6" x 1.37" deep, with push-tight lid. 30 fixed compartments measure 1.6" x 2". 2 fixed compartments measure 1.6" x 1.25".
$67.49
Colorful, familiar fruits and veggies introduce early math and are great for imaginative play too! Teach counting, number recognition and sorting. Cans are labeled with numeral, word and picture for extra support. Reinforce everyday vocabulary and fine motor skills.
Includes:
Common Core State Standards Alignment: Counting & Cardinality
Learning Style: Tactile, Visual
Skill Development:
Math - Students will get the math munchies and crave more as they learn early math skills like number recognition, number sense, counting and sorting.
Language - Use these fruits and vegetables to expand vocabulary of produce while reinforcing smart snack choices.
Fine Motor - Students can grasp these healthy treats with a whole hand and develop a more mature pincer grasp as they explore the shapes and textures with their hands and fingers.
Includes:
- 55 plastic fruits and vegetables
- 10 cardboard cans with lids
- Activity guide
Common Core State Standards Alignment: Counting & Cardinality
Learning Style: Tactile, Visual
Skill Development:
Math - Students will get the math munchies and crave more as they learn early math skills like number recognition, number sense, counting and sorting.
Language - Use these fruits and vegetables to expand vocabulary of produce while reinforcing smart snack choices.
Fine Motor - Students can grasp these healthy treats with a whole hand and develop a more mature pincer grasp as they explore the shapes and textures with their hands and fingers.
$51.29
A great way for young kids to practice number recognition and develop gross motor skills. Number Skittles could also be easily adapted for older children to practice simple addition, adding up the numbers of those that they manage to knock down. Fun activity for students and teachers! 10 skittles (pins) and 2 balls in a vinyl carry bag.
$31.04
Little ones explore counting and sorting, shape and space, pre-algebra, measurement, data and more with this set of 96 plastic camels in 3 sizes, 3 weights (5g, 10g, 15g) and 6 colors. Promotes size recognition, estimation and mental math recall. Cyclic patterns, perimeters and measuring can be explored by connecting camels together. Packaged in a heat-sealed polybag.
The Sneaky, Snacky, Squirrel Game®
$29.69
The Big Idea
Your forest friends are hungry and they need your help! Spin the spinner, squeeze the matching colored acorn with your Squirrel Squeezer, and place it into your log. Be the first to fill your log with delicious acorns and you win! You could also spin “pick an acorn,” “steal an acorn,” or “lose an acorn,” so be strategic, little squirrel!
Psst…They're Learning!
Your forest friends are hungry and they need your help! Spin the spinner, squeeze the matching colored acorn with your Squirrel Squeezer, and place it into your log. Be the first to fill your log with delicious acorns and you win! You could also spin “pick an acorn,” “steal an acorn,” or “lose an acorn,” so be strategic, little squirrel!
Psst…They're Learning!
- Reinforces color learning
- Develops strategic thinking, hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and pre-handwriting skills
- Encourages social skills and turn-taking
- Practices memory and attention skills
- Color matching game for all ages
- Designed to teach matching, sorting, counting, and simple math skills
- Great first board game for a child
- Quick, fun game that can be played continuously in a short time
- Easy setup and cleanup