Language and Literacy Resources

3 years & up. Encourage children to develop a positive sense of self and healthy social and emotional mindset with the Alphabet Affirmation Cards. Each card is made to mirror different skin tones, has a unique design with a positive affirmation and letter of the alphabet written boldly. The cards are have a matte finish and rounded corners. Each card measures 5"L x 4"W. Includes 26 alphabet cards and 1 instruction card.

3 years & up. Introduce your children to more sight words with this descriptive Step 2 Sight Word Book Set for Early Literacy and Vocabulary Skills. Sight words are necessary for early literacy development as they help children read more fluently and write with more efficiency. With this set, children will add eight new words to their repertoire, and review previously taught words. Set of 8 books.

18 months & up. The Baby Monster is full of personality and ready to help children cope with their anxiety and fears. It features a huge mouth with an air-filled squeaker full of different sounds. Children can write or draw their troubles on a piece of paper and feed it to the Baby Monster--he can hold on to their worries for them! Hand wash using mild soap and water, air dry. Measures 13"H x 8"W 8"D.

3 years & up. Three all-time favorites bundled into one bilingual pack. Contains Five Little Monkeys, Five Speckled Frogs, and The Eency Weency Spider along with a teacher's guide with activities in both English and Spanish! 29 felt pieces in all. Pre-cut.

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 »

4 years & up. Reel in the fun with this alphabet fishing game. Magnetic poles allow children to fish for 30 sea creatures, then match the lower case letters on the creatures to the letters on their game boards. Includes play for 1-4 players: 30 sea creatures, 4 game boards, 4 fishing poles, pop-up sea card, parent guide, Spanish & French letters sticker sheet.

3 years & up. Introduce your children to sight words with this descriptive Step 1 Sight Word Book Set for Early Literacy and Vocabulary Skills. Sight words are necessary for early literacy development as they help children read more fluently and write with more efficiency. With this set, children will learn 10 simple sight words as they practice basic concepts of print. Set of 8 books.

4 years & up. Have a blast reinforcing phonological awareness! Place a photo card in the rocket doorway, and then sort cards that rhyme into the correct rocket. Sort by beginning and ending sounds, syllables and more. Includes 8 rockets, 80 real-life photo cards, and activity guide. Rockets measure 5"H x 2.25" in diameter.

4 years & up. Match and learn with this fun twist on classic domino games! Children will strengthen literacy and math skills and will also learn to identify different emotions with this set of dominoes. Perfect for classroom activities or for family engagement. Set includes 3 game tins: Emotions Dominoes Game, Rhyming Words Dominoes, and Ten Frame Dominoes Game. Each game tin includes 28 dominoes.

3 years & up. Retell your favorite Eric Carle story, Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear with this exciting Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear Interactive Reading Felt Set. This felt set features the characters of the beloved story. Use these soft, felt pieces for interactive reading time. Encourage your children to point to the characters or move the piece when they appear in the story. Set of 11.

4 - 6 years. Learning the ABCs is a joy with this BIG, laminated flip chart featuring an easy-to-learn song for each letter of the alphabet! Turn to this sturdy, colorful resource every day to teach phonemic awareness, letter recognition, early reading skills, and more! Includes eye - catching illustrations, ready-to-go lesson plans, instant letter activities, PLUS 26 downloadable songs. Approximately 20"H x 15"W.

3 years & up. A springtime sight, this fluffy yellow duckling waddles throughout the day quacking and flapping its wings. It has a movable beak and wings. Measures 10"L x 6"W x 9"H.

3 years & up. As a supplement to the Language and Literacy Skills Resource Kit (item #63058), these Spanish materials will support inclusion of the Spanish speakers in the classroom. Includes: Magnetic Spanish Learning Letters and Spanish Alphabet and Picture Word Cards.

3 years & up. Features dry-erase storyboard on one side and blank on the other for added activity choices. Each measures 9" x 12".

3 years & up. This Baby Turtle hand puppet is bright green, plush, plump, and huggable. He has movable feet and mouth, and can also hide inside his shell. Measures 10"L x 7"W x 3"Tall.

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.

3 years & up. Promote fine motor skills and school readiness with the My 1st Ticonderoga Jr. Pencils & Sharpener set! The #2 pencils are 4.5 inches long and are an oversized triangular shape, allowing for better control and a more natural grip. The junior pencil sharpener's small size and single, large hole make it ideal for small hands and beginner pencils or crayons. Its screw-top lid closes tightly to keep shavings inside, and its large collection area reduces the time you have to spend… More »

3 years & up. This is a 'cool' cat with attitude! The whimsical Fluffy Cat puppet features a movable mouth with a realistic tongue, extra fluffy body, and a long luxurious tail. It also makes a great pretend pet for petting and hugging. This hand puppet is a perfect addition to any classroom dramatic play center. Use this cuddly, Fluffy Cat as a prop for storytime. Measures 14"L x 9"W x 12"Tall.

3 years & up. You'll never have to decide between chalk or markers again with these multi-purpose Double-Sided Chalkboard and Dry Erase Board for Classroom Activities. These sturdy hardboards include chalkboards on one side with blank, dry-erase on the other side. With these two sided boards, children can practice math, vocabulary, or writing skills independently. This set promotes fine motor skills. Measures 9" x 12".

3 years & up. Come and explore with bears, birds, and their friends with this exciting, versatile set. Children can improve their fine motor skills through pushing and pulling the felt items on and off the board. Set includes 60 precut pieces for storytelling, color recognition, counting, patterning, sorting, and more. Set also includes eight-page lesson guide.

3 years & up. Soft striped fur and wiggly whiskers adorn this Orange Tabby Kitten hand puppet. This huggable plush puppet is great for cuddling and is a great addition to any dramatic play area. Encourage children to develop their own stories using the cat and to identify the sound they make. Animate the legs and head of this kitten to make her pounce and preen. Pair this cat with a book for an interactive storytime. Measures 10"L x 7"W x 8"H.

3 years & up. Use these Soft Foam Color Coded Magnetic Uppercase and Lowercase Learning Letters to introduce the alphabet and early literacy skills to your children. These color-coded letters differentiate consonants from vowels. Children can start basic word building, practice letter sounds, and increase vocabulary. This set includes two sets of both upper and lowercase letters for a total of 104 letters. Bucket is included for easy storage. The approximate height each letter is 1.75"

3 years & up. This Baby Black Bear hand puppet features soft fur, a sweet face, and movable head and arms. Measures 5"L x 6"W x 9"Tall.