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Language and Literacy Resources

Young children need developmentally appropriate experiences and teaching to support literacy learning. Kaplan offers materials that foster children's interest in and enjoyment of reading and writing. Find products to create print-rich environments and tools for children to see and use written language for a variety of purposes and expand their vocabulary. Our selection of songs, fingerplays, games, poems, and stories will develop phonemic awareness and help children focus on the sounds and parts of language as well as the meaning.

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Giant Fishing A-Z Uppercase
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Item: 300502
Status: In Stock
$125.95
2 years & up. Children will have fun learning the alphabet as they reel in each letter! This fishing set develops hand-eye coordination and language and spelling skills while engaging children in collaborative play. The uppercase letters help little learners improve their letter identification and letter writing skills. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Includes 26 fish, 2 fishing rods, and mesh bag for easy clean up.
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Find Monty - Engaging Memory and Observation Game
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Item: 300474
Status: Temporarily Out of Stock
$40.95
4 years & up. A game for cat-finders with a good memory who always want to know where the cat hid last. Develop language observation, and spatial skills with this hands-on game. Children can use one of the photo cards or make up their own hiding spot! Describe Monty's hiding place or use the bed, pillow, and blanket to describe it.
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Lacing Lower Case Letter Beads & Chenille Stems
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Item: 300191P
Status: In Stock
$32.95 - $35.95
4 years & up. These Lacing Lower Case Letter Beads & Chenille Stems may be the best tool in teaching lower case letter recognition! Each chunky, brightly colored, basic letter bead contains an extra large hole at the side for easy stringing. String together the alphabet, sight words, names and places. Use in arts and crafts projects. The collection of letters features more of commonly used letters and less of those not so common. With 288 in the set, there are plenty for lots of activities.… More »
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Lacing Manuscript Letter Beads & Chenille Stems
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Item: 300192P
Status: In Stock
$32.95 - $35.95
4 years & up. Learning and recognizing capital letters will become a fun activity with these Lacing Manuscript Letter Beads & Chenille Stems! Each chunky, brightly colored, basic letter bead contains an extra large hole at the side for easy stringing. String together the alphabet, sight words, names and places. Use in arts and crafts projects. The collection of letters features more of commonly used letters and less of those not so common. With 288 in the set, there are plenty for lots of… More »
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Early Learning Station - Bamboo
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Item: 300709
Status: In Stock
$515.95
A student-sized easel with multiple activity based features made from sustainable bamboo. This station provides teachers with quick set-up and the ability to change lessons when needed. Features 2 magnetic dry-erase whiteboards, a roll-up felt sheet for creative play, 2 open tubs, adjustable big book ledge that locks into multiple positions, 4 snap-on chart paper and accessory hooks, a folding frame for easy storage, and 4 locking casters. Frame measures 30"W x 51"H x 26"D.
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Very Hungry Caterpillar Games - Set of 3
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Item: 301518P
Status: Temporarily Out of Stock
$21.95 - $62.95
3 years and up. Bring a beloved children's classic to life with this set of Very Hungry Caterpillar games. Eric Carle's world-famous book has captivated children for over 50 years; now, this collection of games makes the book even more vivid. All three games use themes and illustrations from the book to engage and educate children. As they make puzzles, find letters, and collect food, children will develop valuable skills in letter recognition, color recognition, critical thinking, and much more.
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Preschool Journals - Set of 10
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Item: 63183
Status: In Stock
$39.95
3 years & up. This inviting journal supports a variety of skills including fine motor, literacy, and memory. The 32 page journal offers several tips and ideas on journalism, explain how and why we journal, and how to extend the experience for children. Each page is blank to encourage drawing, writing, or a combination of both. Journal measures 11"L x 8.5W". Set of 10 journals.
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Kaplan Dough Literacy Mats - Set of 26
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Item: 86301
Status: In Stock
$27.95
2 years & up. Children can create dough objects to put on the dough mats! Each mat has a letter and corresponding object for children to make and place on the mat. These mats are a wonderful and engaging way to incorporate literacy and fine motor skills. Activity card(s) included Gently wipe clean with a damp cloth, air dry. Measures 8.5" x 11". Set of 26.
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Magnetic Alphabet Fishing Game
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Item: 301368
Status: Temporarily Out of Stock
$37.95
2 years & up. Reel in color and letter knowledge with the Magnetic Alphabet Fishing Game. Both the fish and the game board have colors on one side and letters on the other to strengthen color and letter recognition. Includes 2 fishing poles, 26 fish, double-sided cards with lowercase letters on one side and simple words with a corresponding picture on the other side, alphabet chart with upper and lowercase letters, and activity guide.
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Magnetic Write-On Wood Cookies - 30 Pieces
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Item: 301404
Status: Pre-Order Now
$69.95
18 months & up. These Magnetic Write-On Wood Cookies make the perfect classroom companion. Durable and easy to clean, these blank wood cookies have write-on/wipe-off surfaces that are perfect for notes, student's names, labels, drawings, and other daily classroom needs. Set includes 30 pieces that each have a magnetic backing. Cookies measure 2" in diameter x .5"H. To clean, wipe with a dry cloth or dry eraser.
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Alphabet Floor Puzzle - 24 Pieces
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Item: 63544
Status: In Stock
$29.95
3 years & up. Develop letter recognition and build fine-motor skills at the same time with this fun floor puzzle! Learning the ABC's will be F-U-N with these whimsical letters and colorful, real-life photos. Children will love the up-close, vivid images representing all the letters of the alphabet. This large 24-piece real photo puzzle is made of extra-thick durable cardboard with a wipe-clean surface. Puzzle insert included. Measures 24" x 36".
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2" Translucent Uppercase Letters - 26 Pieces
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Item: 300556
Status: In Stock
$16.95
18 months & up. The 2" Translucent Uppercase Letters are perfect for little hands to learn how to write uppercase letters! Pieces feature raised edges for easy pick up. Tracing exercises best done on a light panel. Colors may vary. Each letter measures 2"L x 1.5"W x .25"H.
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Word Family Chalkboard-Based Kit
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Item: 300933
Status: In Stock
$36.95
3 years & up. Help children practice early handwriting and identify and build CVC words with the Word Family Chalkboard-Based Kit. The indented spaces in the chalkboards promote successful printing and the deliberate coloring of the letters-white for vowels, brown for consonants-provides visual reinforcement for the development of children's literacy skills. Combine this kit with the Chalkboard Lowercase Alphabet Puzzle (300253) to help children practice both word recognition and letter recognition.… More »
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Classic Magic Microphone
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Item: 18800
Status: In Stock
$7.95
3 years & up. Sing or speak into this echo microphone to hear the sound of your amplified voice! Each microphone measures 9.5". Not electronic, no batteries required. Colors will vary.
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Wooden ABC Peg Puzzle
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Item: 301357
Status: Temporarily Out of Stock
$14.95
Ages 2 years and up. Make learning letters fun and interactive with the Wooden ABC Peg Puzzle. This puzzle presents lots of possibilities: adults can teach letters to children by putting the letters in their places, or children can put the letters in place themselves once they're ready. Either way, this puzzle will go a long way in helping children learn their ABCs.
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Chalkboard-Based Lowercase ABC Puzzle & Word Family Kit
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Item: 300973
Status: In Stock
$63.95
3 years & up. Help children practice early handwriting and identify and build CVC words with the Chalkboard-Based Lowercase ABC Puzzle & Word Family Kit. The indented spaces in the chalkboards promote successful printing and the deliberate coloring of the letters-white for vowels, brown for consonants-provides visual reinforcement for the development of children's literacy skills. Kit also includes the Chalkboard Lowercase Alphabet Puzzle to help children practice both word recognition and… More »
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Writing Readiness Prewriting Skills Book - Dry-Erase
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Item: 63728
Status: In Stock
$39.95
3 years & up. Give early writers some captivating visual aids with the Writing Readiness Prewriting Skills Book. Featuring 16 double-sided pages, this book introduces young children to 8 basic writing strokes by locating a writing stroke (like a straight line) within a real-world image (like a fence) and prompting children to trace the stroke. This book is a unique, engaging way to teach children fundamental writing skills.
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Wikki Stix® Multi-Use Manipulative Kit
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Item: 22811
Status: In Stock
$28.95
3 years and up. Wikki Stix® Learning Toys are the original - trusted by families, schools, and teachers everywhere. Wikki Stix® are more than a craft, they're a fun interactive learning tool! Soft and pliable, Wikki Stix® are easy to use and do not contain gluten, latex, nor any nuts or nut by-products. They are made of non-toxic wax, like that found in bubble gum and lipstick, along with basic hand-knitting yarn. Kit includes 192 colorful 8" Wikki Stix®, six 7" x 7"… More »
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Letter Formation Sand Tray
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Item: 21065
Status: In Stock
$29.95
Practice letter writing with this solid 8" x 8" wooden box. The contrasting dark blue laminate bottom makes letters stand out clearly. Includes lid and fine grain sand.
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My First Numbers Felt Set - 32 Pieces
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Item: 17094
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. Set of 32 pre-cut felt numbers. Made in the USA.
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Magnetic Tabletop Pocket Chart
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Item: 21112
Status: In Stock
$28.95
This self-standing, double-sided pocket chart features magnetic board and three storage pockets perfect to use with magnetic tiles. Measures 12.25"W x 14.75"L x 4"H. Collapses for easy storage. Letters and numbers are sold separately.
Image of Large Gel Writing Boards 8.5" x 7" - Set of 6
Large Gel Writing Boards 8.5" x 7" - Set of 6
Item: 21131
Status: Temporarily Out of Stock
$54.95
It's magic! Just write and erase with the magic stylus and watch the writing disappear. No more messy clean-up! These large gel writing boards promote dexterity and fine motor skills. Use them over and over again to practice math skills, handwriting, spelling, and sight word practice or just doodling. Have all the fun of a dry erase board without erasers or the smell of the marker. Set of 6 boards and styluses. Made in the USA.
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Fun-to-Know® Puzzles
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Item: 17133P
Status: In Stock
$15.95 - $39.95
3 years & up. Help children build confidence and achieve success with fun 2-piece puzzles that hone their skills at their own pace. Sturdy, durable 3" x 3" pieces with self-checking design and real images. Available individually or in a set of three.
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Kaplan ABC Schoolhouse Magna-Tiles®
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Item: 147766
Status: In Stock
$99.95
3 years & up. Each tile in this Magna-Tiles® Structures set is double-sided with alphabet letters on one side and a schoolhouse to build on the other. Your child will learn letters, sounds, words and much more. Then flip the tiles to build a school that they will have fun with for hours. This set contains 1 six-inch square tile, 26 three-inch square tiles, 8 equilateral triangle tiles, and 2 door tiles. All pieces are printed two-sided and feature SuperColor® technology on both sides.