Infants & Toddler Care

Birth & up. An adorable animal face has been added to this classic toy for an updated look. The tactile loops of tubing are spun into a shape that is easy for baby to grasp, shake and explore. Chill in refrigerator and the Winkell becomes a soothing teether.

The Nature Walk Lesson Plan & DVD Set

Infants and toddlers need spaces that are designed to encourage active learning. These planned spaces provide a place where materials are grouped together around a specific idea to encourage exploration and manipulation. The materials included in this kit will capture infants and toddlers interest and provide meaningful ways to practice their developing abilities. Note: Kit components change occasionally due to availability. We will substitute developmentally appropriate items for the purpose for which they were intended.

Birth & up. On the farm or in the classroom, this set of farm-themed puppets will bring smiles and giggles to the youngest of faces. They are squeezable soft, have embroidered features, and are machine washable for easy cleanup. Each puppet is approximately 5.5"L. 

12 months & up. Small colorful beads roll gently as children shake and tilt this drum, making soft soothing sounds like rolling waves or waterfalls. Edges are easy to grasp and hold, this wave drum helps develop listening, motor, and creative skills. Colors may vary.

6 months & up. The most basic of baby games involves hiding and reappearing -- peek-a-boo! What seems like simple fun is actually teaching baby about a complex concept: object permanence. This means that your little one is learning that just because an item can no longer be seen, it doesn't mean that it no longer exists. With carefully selected materials and bilingual activity card(s) targeted towards each stage of development, this kit promotes learning while strengthening the bond between… More »

12 months & up. Extra large knobs make it easy for small hands to remove each brightly colored piece. Matching full color pictures are underneath. These super sized, solid wood puzzles with extra chunky 1/2" thick pieces are the perfect first puzzles. Set of 2 puzzles including farms and shapes. Puzzles measure 15.5" x 12" each.

2 years and up. Gear up to take flight from water with this versatile seacopter and seaplane! Your child will be traveling through exotic, undiscovered lands with these eco-friendly copter and plane. Equipped with stabilizing fill-and-spill pontoons, there's no amount of water these toys cannot handle! Small action figure can be placed in cockpit. Includes 1 bear pilot.

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An activity can pass the time. an experience can change a life! This book turns activities into experiences and celebrates each child's development while taking into account the relationships between the caregiver and the child. Paperback. 176 pages. 192 pages.

Beautiful soft fabric basket is perfect for storage. It has a rounded bottom to sit flat on the floor and handles on the sides for easy carrying. Dab stains or spills with damp or dry cloth. Periodic professional dry cleaning is recommended. Measures 18" diameter x 12"H.

12 months & up Introduce your children to a variety of fundamental concepts with these wonderful National Geographic Look and Learn  Board Books. These board books are filled with colorful, high quality photos from National Geographic. Children are introduced to Patterns, Match, Colors, Shapes, Same and Different, and Opposites. Encourage your children to ask questions about concepts and vocabulary they're unfamiliar with. Set of 6 board books.

12 months & up. Encourage your children to read and relax with this durable Carolina Toddler Sit and Read Bench with Book Display and Storage Cubby. This bench is complete with a comfortable cushion that allows children to read for hours. The back of the unit has two bookshelves with plexiglass to display the wonderful books in your classroom reading collection. The storage cubby underneath is perfect for storing interactive reading props. Fully assembled. Measures 26"W x 20"H x 18"D… More »

6 months & up. Inspired by kids, for kids! This silicone toy has many uses, perfect for your teething baby and for sensory play. Encourage sensory exploration through differing textures and objects. Supports the development of fine and gross motor skills. This toy boosts midline play: encouraging children to reach across their bodies, passing their midlines, thus improving their fine motor skill development. Measures 6.5"L x 6"W x 5.5"H.

Sunny days on the farm calls for happy learning! This soft and vibrant Cutie Barnyard Carpet features visually stimulating graphics with bright colors, sweet faces, adorable animals, and friendship. Infants and toddlers will enjoy learning and identifying the different farm animals.

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2 years & up. The rich, buttery tones of this North American Premium Solid Maple kitchen set invite toddlers into a world of dramatic play. Available separately or in a set of 3. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

6 months and up. Mirrors are important tools that foster a young child's self-awareness, self-esteem, intellectual curiosity and cognitive development. Made from shatter-resistant acrylic mirrors and durable plastic frames, this over-sized Reflection Triangle creates a unique and safe play space for young children in the classroom. The seamless adjacent mirrors reflect beautifully and create an immersive learning environment for Infants and toddlers. Crawlers or little ones just learning to walk… More »

18 months & up. Introduce your children to these classic rhymes with this wonderful set of Classic Rhythms and Rhymes Board Books. Sharing rhymes helps babies to begin to understand the natural patterns of speech. Your children will love singing and dancing along to these popular nursery rhymes with their friends or family. This set of board books promotes literacy, imagination, and early vocabulary skills. Each book contains thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn. Set of 8.

12 months & up. This Farmhouse Sorter comes with 8 animals that fit into their own unique slot. After children fit all the animals inside the farm house they can remove the roof to dump or pick out the animals and start again! The sorter also comes with a convenient handle to make traveling to different areas easy. Made from wood. Measures 8.75" L x 5.25 W x 5.5" H with roof on.

It's never too early to read to a child, especially when you have Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s! The youngest children love the repetition of words and experiences that stories provide. Contains a resource of activities for 80 popular age-appropriate children's books and 240 ways to s-t-r-e-t-c-h the stories in new ways to enhance the learning process. (Books are not included). Children reap amazing benefits from being exposed to reading at an early age, and Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s makes reading… More »

Understanding infant and toddler behavior can be a challenge. But this Innovations book provides teacher with a more thorough understanding of the knowledge base that informs early childhood practice. Focusing on the development of children from birth to age three, Innovations gives you an in-depth guide to the early childhood field which begins to address these challenging behaviors in developmentally appropriate ways. Paperback. 372 pages.

Children will enjoy having their own nook at the puzzle table. Accommodates six children. Table is made from Baltic Birch and ships ready to assemble. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Measures 30"W x 60"L. Available in three leg heights: 18", 20", and 22".

Birth & up. Your little one will love this adorable duo of Taggies™ Flora Fawn Character Blanket & Crinkle Me! This super soft and cozy blanket features an attached sweet-faced fawn, 18 Taggies™ interactive looped ribbons, lavender satin liner, and embroidered detailing. The soft Crinkle Me features eight Taggies™ ribbons along with crinkle paper and a squeaker on the inside for interactive sensory play. The flexible loop easily attaches to stroller and crib. Machine washable.… More »