Infants & Toddler Care

Infants and toddlers need caring adults to help them learn emotional competence-how to understand, express, and manage emotions. By supporting their development in the early years, educators can create a strong foundation that will give young children important life skills and resilience. Paperback. 152 pages.

9 months & up. Re-Play bowls have deep walls to reduce messes and assist with self-feeding. Made in the USA. No BPA. No BPS. Dishwasher safe. These plates are made from recycled milk jugs which can be recycled again, saving energy and greenhouse gas emissions. Bowls hold 10 fluid ounces each and measure 5" diameter. Available in Blue, Green, and White.

This convenient Starter Kit includes everything you need to start screening children with ASQ:SE-2™ : a box of 9 photocopiable paper masters of the questionnaires and scoring sheets, a CD-ROM with printable PDF questionnaires, the ASQ:SE-2™ User's Guide, and a free ASQ:SE-2™ Quick Start Guide. Choose English or Spanish.

The soft, soothing music is especially selected to enrich development and help young minds grow! 4 CD Set.

6 months & up. The Reflo Smart Cup™ is an alternative to sippy cups and a transitional tool for children to learn to drink from an open cup. Insert controls the flow of beverage anywhere along the cup's rim. BPA-free, phthalate-free, dishwasher safe, and no moving parts to trap dirt and germs. Holds up to 6oz. of pulp-free beverage. Set of 4.

2 years & up. Foster a child’s innate enthusiasm for the natural world with the enchanting Reading Tree and two benches. The lofty tree provides an instinctive, organic reading space in any classroom. A comfortable four-cubby bench* with vinyl back and soft, comfortable seat cushions easily attaches to the base of the tree and is ideal for reading, quiet play, or small group activities. The shelves within the tree trunk are perfect for displaying favorite books or toys, and two rows of branches… More »

18 months & up. Create a multi-level sensory environment that's just the right size for toddlers to explore. The Up and Down Toddler Loft creates a sizeable gross motor play area within a small footprint. A curved, laminate slide helps toddlers experience gravity and motion while sliding or climbing. Designed with sturdy birch plywood construction and plastic accents in the contemporary color palette, this toddler-sized space provides an open, inviting area for dramatic play and exploration.… More »

Take a cultural journey around the world! This cohesive collection is a well-rounded way to learn about the world with upbeat music and calm, soothing music that will spark cultural curiosity in young learners. Some titles are sold individually. The set of 3 CDs includes: Latin Playground, World Playground, and Yoga Dreamland. Each CD focuses on a unique topic and will delight both children and adults.

Quality materials and durable construction is the basis for this table with 1.5" thick high-pressure laminate tabletop surfaces and rounded bumper edges for safety. Black trim and black legs. Legs adjust in 1" increments and have cushioned glides for easy movement. Seats 4.

The Business Administration Scale for Family Child Care (BAS) is the first valid and reliable tool for measuring and improving the overall quality of business and professional practices in family child care settings. It is applicable for multiple uses, including program self-improvement, technical assistance and monitoring, training, research and evaluation, and public awareness. It is currently embedded in many state quality rating and improvement systems (QRIS) across the nation.

Family style means that children are allowed to eat their meals and snacks in a manner that promotes the beneficial environment they might experience in their home, including activities that encourage decision making, self-help skills, sharing, and social skills through interaction with others. This kit features child size utensils and dining materials for 12 children. Plates (8" diameter) and bowls (5" diameter) have deep walls to reduce messes and are made from recycled milk jugs. They… More »

9 months & up. Re-Play divided plates have deep walls to reduce messes and assist with self-feeding. Made in the USA. No BPA. No BPS. Dishwasher safe. These plates are made from recycled milk jugs which can be recycled again, saving energy and greenhouse gas emissions. Plates measure 7.375" square. Available in Blue, Green, and White.

Quality materials and durable construction is the basis for this table with 1.5" thick high-pressure laminate tabletop surfaces and rounded bumper edges for safety. Black trim and black legs. Legs adjust in 1" increments and have cushioned glides for easy movement. Seats 4.

In a translation approved by the authors, this is the Spanish edition of the newly revised Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale® (FCCERS-R). Designed for use in family child care programs, this widely used program quality assessment instrument is suitable for programs serving children from infancy through school-age. Following extensive input from users of the original scale, the authors have made many improvements and innovations that will make this program resource even more effective… More »

Because their vocabularies haven't yet caught up with their thoughts and emotions, young children often struggle to communicate. Sign language can help them express themselves effectively to adults and peers--without the emotional outbursts caused by frustration! This book features the latest research to equip educators and caregivers with the tools and resources to teach young learners how to effectively communicate. Paperback. 208 pages.

Stay mess free during craft time and protect your kids from all things germy with these Multipurpose Glovies. Perfect for keeping little hands clean. Included: 100 Disposable, non-biodegradable transparent Glovies with an embossed surface for better grip (100 Glovies make up 50 pairs of gloves). Size: 7" x 9".

Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies Microwavable Plush Puppy Dog! Simply warm up in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time. Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Puppy Dog measures 13" long.

Authored by Paul A. LeBuffe and Jack A. Naglieri, this manual provides essential information on the development, administration, scoring, interpretations, and utilizations of DECA-C results in assessment, eligibility determinations, intervention planning and outcome evaluation. Chapters: Introduction; Development and Standardization; Psychometric Properties; Administration and Scoring; Interpretation; The Use of the DECA and DECA-C within the Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Model. Copyright… More »

Birth & up & up. Gertie stays pliable when inflated, allowing children to grab, squeeze, throw, bounce, and kick with ease! Inflates with straw (included). Non-toxic PVC. Measures 9" in diameter. Colors will vary.

Quality materials and durable construction is the basis for this table with 1.5" thick high-pressure laminate tabletop surfaces and rounded bumper edges for safety. Black trim and black legs. Legs adjust in 1" increments and have cushioned glides for easy movement. Seats 4.

Durable stainless steel knives, designed to fit a child's hand perfectly. 6.25" long. Dishwasher safe. Set of 6 knives.

This book has been written for all teachers and directors who work with infants, toddlers, and twos, including special educators and educators working with typically developing children. It specifically addresses the needs of children with developmental delays, as well as those children at risk for developing special needs. Each chapter includes experiences and activities that are common to settings where infants and toddlers learn. The strategies provided are easy to use and apply to all children.… More »

Filled with developmental games based on the latest brain research. Divided into 4 chapters, each representing a 3 month period. Each chapter has a chart that helps anticipate the development milestone for those months. Games and activities reinforce the skills babies need to reach those milestones. Paperback.

6 months - 8 years. These high-pressure Carolina laminate tables feature: 1.25" thick core with a high-pressure laminate surface for cleanliness and wear resistance, thermally fused edge banding with matching wood-grain print, Gator-Ply® backer board underside seals out moisture and germs, sturdy plastic leg supports prevent warping or loosening of legs, powder-coated metal legs (adjustable in 1" increments), non-marring nylon leveling glides, and quick and easy leg assembly and adjustment.… More »