After School & Summer Learning

Grades 1 & up. Spark brainstorming and imagination with these writing prompt cubes. Students can use cubes in both creative storytelling and nonfiction writing activities. With different writing prompts on each side (36 prompts total), foam cubes offer a variety of ideas for individual or group writing projects. Cubes wipe clean and are quiet when rolled--perfect for centers. Activity guide included. Cubes measure 1.625".

8 years & up. Everyone has the best seat around this puzzle! With the top of the image at the center and the bottom around the entire circle, this unique circle design allows for 2 or more children to work on it at one time. This puzzle allows you to visit some of the world's greatest landmarks. Enjoy building the Statue of Liberty, the Eiffel Tower, Big Ben, the statue of Christ the Redeemer, Devil's Tower, the Washington Monument, and Saint Basil's Cathedral in a monumental puzzle experience!… More »

4 years & up. This full deck of Waterproof Cards set takes classic playing cards to another level! Although the cards are clear, the face cards are still visible. They are flexible, hand washable, easy to shuffle, and packed in a durable travel case . The cards are a standard playing cards size and are printed on premium clear plastic cardstock.

Grades PreK & up. Twice the dice! Use these double dice to reinforce number concepts, counting, operations and probability. Size makes them great for class demonstration and collaboration. Brightly colored dice come in sturdy storage bucket. Exterior cubes measure 1.25" square. Set of 12 dice.

8 years & up. George Frideric Handel was a man who knew exactly what he liked and he wasn't afraid to pursue it. From sneaking a clavichord into the attic to secretly playing the organ at a duke's estate to composing operas no one initially wanted to hear, Handel followed his passion no matter the obstacle. Even when faced with hardship and opposition, he never wavered from being himself. And because of that unwavering spirit, he became one of the most beloved composers in history. In this captivating… More »

8 years & up. This chapter book explores the early life of Louis Armstrong, including how he helped his mother pay rent. 96 pages. Chapter paperback.

3 years & up.. Kindle curiosity about STEM while creating stories. With each deck, children can play games, develop storytelling and writing skills, and build unique stories with color-coded character, setting, and object cards. Includes 36 wordless cards and a booklet.

5 years & up. A great project for parents and kids to work on together, this DIY Wooden Birdhouse Kit includes all parts required to assemble your very own birdhouse! Kit includes pre-cut wood pieces, paint, birdhouse roof, and all screws & nails required to assemble project. With paint and paintbrush included, children are able to customize their very own birdhouse. Tools not included. Finished product measures 5" x 4.8" x 5.3".

Every age and ability level can play Thumball™. First you toss it and then catch it. Now react to the stimuli under your right thumb. Each panel has words and graphics related to moving and exercise. The response is based on the type of Thumball™ and the player's skill level. If your thumb lands on the title space or Shnoogie space select any space to respond to, it's your choice. Thumball™ gets everybody talking and interacting with ease in a positive social way. Measures 4" in diameter.

6 years & up. Julian isn't afraid of lions or tigers, but he is scared of . . . bicycles? Julian's friend Gloria has a brand-new bicycle. She makes riding it look easy, but Julian is scared. Bicycles are shiny, whizzing, wobbly things. And he's not ready to ride one. But he can't tell Gloria he's scared, so he tells a fib instead. He almost gets away with it . . . until the fib backfires and he's got an even bigger problem! Chapter paperback. 80 pages.

3 years & up. Inspire creativity with every color! Children can practice writing, drawing, and creating on chalkboards, construction paper, cardboard, craft paper, and even brown paper bags with this vibrant chalk collection. Each smooth, durable stick glides easily without breaking, scratching, or skipping for frustration-free art time. Includes: 12 boxes with 12 assorted-color sticks each -144 chalk sticks total.

3 years & up. Inspire your little artists to create with these wonderful Round Tip Chubby Handle Brushes. This durable set of brushes is made of natural boar bristles. The brushes are complete with chubby wood handles and a nickel-plated band, sized with smaller hands in mind. Painting promotes creativity, imagination, dexterity, exploration, color recognition, and hand-eye coordination.

With this collection of chalk, children can practice writing and drawing on chalkboards, construction paper, cardboard, craft paper, and even brown paper bags. The smooth chalk sticks resist breaking and scratching or skipping on art surfaces. 12 sticks of assorted colors in each tuck box. Includes 12 boxes for a total of 144 sticks.

8 years & up. Balance is the key to solving this puzzle! This fun and exciting game includes 24 notched, rubber-tipped game rods to hang and balance from a tabletop stand. It may seem easy but as you add more rods, the balance shifts and the difficulty changes. Try to suspend each piece without knocking them down! Includes: 24 Game Rods, Wooden Base, 4 Frame Rods, Colored Die, and a Wooden Connector.

Encourage fine motor skills, writing development, and creativity with these crayons. Crayons measure 3.625" x .313". There are 8 colors per box. Available in single boxes or sets of 12.