Infants & Toddler Care

Birth & up. Encourage innate play patterns and early exploration with a stimulating toy set. High-contrast, vibrant colors, nature-inspired patterns, interesting textures, and satisfying crinkle sounds make this set of Crinkle Pockets the perfect toy for infants. Designed to be sized just right for little hands, this 3-piece set will help children develop and strengthen fine motor skills as they reach, grasp, and move things in and out of the pockets. Machine washable, accessories not included.

2 years & up. An upgrade from the classic nesting toy, the extremely resilient and durable pieces in the Discovery Squares - Rainbow set enhance open-ended play indoors and outdoors. Children can stack, balance, create patterns and learn about shapes and colors while experimenting and exploring using this set. A perfect companion to light play activities, loose parts play or traditional block play, this vibrant toy set bridges the gaps between various play patterns. Combine with other Discovery… More »

2 years & up. Encourage dramatic play and storytelling during block play activities with this diverse 42-piece set of International Families and Community Workers. The chunky wooden block figures depict people of varying ages, cultures, and abilities, providing a hands-on way to teach children about diversity and inclusion. Detailed images are printed onto both sides of each block, providing a colorful addition to the block play area that is appealing to children.

2 years & up. An upgrade from the classic nesting toy, the extremely resilient and durable pieces in the Discovery Squares - Natural set enhance open-ended play indoors and outdoors. Children can stack, balance, create patterns and learn about shapes and colors while experimenting and exploring using this set. A perfect companion to building activities, loose parts play or traditional block play, this vibrant toy set bridges the gaps between various play patterns. Combine with other Discovery… More »

2 years & up. This beautiful wooden Community Block Set contains everything children would need to create their very own block town. Incorporate recognizable buildings like a school, hospital, and bakery as well as vehicles, trees, a fire hydrant, and a stop light to enhance dramatic play possibilities and storytelling during traditional block play activities. Colorful, detailed images are heat transferred onto both sides of the thick blocks included in this 20-piece set.

18 months & up. Reflections are fascinating to young children. The colorful, reflective inserts in the Nesting Pyramid Mirror Set will entice, engage, and entertain young children as they explore and develop self-awareness. Encourage innate curiosities by using this set in conjunction with a light table, or using outside in sunlight. Rubberwood frames and shatter-resistant inserts make this set a durable addition to block play activities as well. One side features clear mirrors, while the other… More »

2 years & up. An upgrade from the classic nesting toy, the extremely resilient and durable pieces in the Discovery Triangles - Natural set enhance open-ended play indoors and outdoors. Children can stack, balance, create patterns and learn about shapes and colors while experimenting and exploring using this set. A perfect companion to building activities, loose parts play or traditional block play, this vibrant toy set bridges the gaps between various play patterns. Combine with other Discovery… More »

Incorporate natural color schemes into the heart-centered environments where children learn and play with the Sense of Place Lowland Stripe Green Carpet. Designed to reflect the beautiful, calming colors of nature, this rug's plush yarns create the perfect cozy area. Serge stitching provides tough, no-pull edges that stand up to the rigorous classroom environment. Treated to guard against odor, mildew, mold, stains and static shock, the Sense of Place Carpets can endure years of continued use. Measures 8'L x 12'W.

18 months and up. The possibilities of discovery are multiplied when rich variables are at children's fingertips. Nature's Geometry: Toddler Loose Parts STEM Kit is a laboratory of opportunity to experiment and explore the relationships in nature and investigate natural items. Children will explore natural loose parts like a faux turtle shell, wood varieties, gourds, and more. The kit includes a felt tray for storage and classification of loose parts and measures 12.6"L x 12.6"W x 3"H.

This dress-up unit, with the beauty of North American Maple and the natural wood-tone finish, allows this piece to fit into any classroom decor. It features a full-length mirror, three durable plastic hooks on each side, and a spacious bottom storage area. Clean with a mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Measures 33"H x 25"W x 14"D. Contents not included. Hooks are attached at a height of 25.9".

8 months & up. Soft, calming colors and shatterproof mirrors encourage children to engage in activity. Measures 10"H x 40"L x 20"W. Blocks (item #32600) are sold separately.

18 months & up. These six interactive finger puppets accompany the Old Macdonald board book to engage children and bring this classic song to life.

12 months & up. Our 16 crazy fish links are perfect for hooking together, taking apart, sorting by color, and building long chains. Made out of plastic and very easy to clean. Each one is 5" long and completely washable.

Birth - 3 years. Each kit represents just a sample of what is developmentally appropriate in an infant or toddler classroom. For example, not all recommended categories of toys and materials are included, and there are no duplicates. There are also no "consumables." Children grow and change on a daily basis. They benefit from a broad range of toys, materials, and equipment that match their growing abilities and interests.

3 months & up. Bubble-shaped friendly faces make these floating friends lots of fun. Water whooshes through these easy-to-grasp toys for sensory learning. Available in sets of 3 or 6.

6 months & up. Young infants begin to learn about the world around them by observing, exploring, and interacting with people and objects in their environment. Simple activities that encourage exploration and discovery promote important developmental skills, while providing opportunities to bond with your special baby! With carefully selected materials and bilingual activity card(s) targeted towards each stage of development, this kit promotes learning while strengthening the bond between parent… More »

18 months & up. Encourage dramatic play and fine motor skills with these easy to grip Old MacDonald's Farm Finger Puppets. These farm animals are great props for interactive storytelling. Have children make the noises of each animal as they use them. This six-piece finger puppet set includes five farm animals (pig, chicken, sheep, horse, and cow) and a farmer. Great to use with the nursery rhyme "Old MacDonald Had a Farm". The set is made from soft vinyl. Farmer is 3"L.

12 months & up. Imaginations race faster with these cars! Children will love these easy to grip vehicles that are great for smaller hands. The set includes a jeep, a race car, a car, a truck, 2 tractors, 2 fire trucks, 2 diggers, 4 dump trucks, and 4 wagons. Have children sort vehicles by color or type to teach them colors or vehicle functions. Vehicles measure approximately 5" long. Set includes 18 vehicles. Vehicles are 100% dishwasher safe for easier cleaning.

12 months & up. Take imagination to the kitchen with this exciting Premium Solid Maple All-In-One Toddler Kitchen for Dramatic Play. This kitchen is the perfect addition to any dramatic play area. Children will gain gross motor skills and fine motor skills all through play. Complete with a stove, sink, and refrigerator, this modern, space-saving all-in-one kitchen has all the features a child would need in a consolidated dramatic play station. Clean with a mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers,… More »

2 years & up. Engage your children with this exciting Color Sorting and Matching Ducks with activity cards. Children will love sorting the ducks by color or using the pond cards for a simple patterning game. This activity promotes fine motor skills, color recognition, sequencing, and patterning. Encourage your children to call out the colors of the ducks as they use them. Activity cards range from easy to hard. Includes 10 double sided cards and 24 fabric ducks. Cards wipe clean and ducks are machine washable.

12 months & up. Keep babies and toddlers busy with this set of different textures and fine motor activities to explore. These beads are easy to hold and string. Sized perfectly for small hands, these big beads are perfect for promoting fine motor skills, dexterity, sensory play, and hand-eye coordination. Each bead has a different pattern and texture to touch and explore. Encourage children to follow along with a pattern for color identification learning, or have them create their own unique… More »

Birth - 36 months. A criterion-referenced instrument measuring development in 6 domains. E-LAP™ is appropriate for all children, including those with disabilities. The instrument is excellent for Early Head Start Programs and effective for communicating and collaborating with parents about their children's progress. Includes scoring sheets appropriate for summarizing results 3 times each year. Kit includes materials necessary for assessing 20 children. Additional manuals and scoring books available. Contents may vary.

12 months & up. Language is only one form of communication, and for babies, communication begins at birth with the first cry. Even before your baby can speak they are learning to understand the language they hear around them. Talking to them, reading simple books, and incorporating facial expressions and body language in communication are all important ways of promoting your child's emerging language skills. With carefully selected materials and bilingual activity card(s) targeted towards each… More »

Prevent big messes with this Vinyl Kaplan Splash Mat. With this mat, children can mix, splash, and splatter without the big clean up. This durable vinyl mat is easy to clean and protects floors, carpets and furniture surfaces from accidental spills. This mat is a must under your easels, drying racks and even your sand and water tables. Measures 48"L x 36"W. Colors may vary.