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Block Play

Support hands-on STEM learning with block play materials that help children build, stack, design, problem-solve, and collaborate. Kaplan’s selection includes wooden blocks, unit blocks, soft blocks, plastic blocks, oversized building sets, vehicles, people and animal figures, storage, and tables that encourage spatial reasoning, fine motor skills, creativity, storytelling, and meaningful construction play in early learning classrooms.

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Jumbo Foam Blocks - Natural - 36 Pieces
Jumbo Foam Blocks - Natural - 36 Pieces
Item: 300569
Status: In Stock
$179.95
6 months & up. Enhance building possibilities with this easy-to-clean, lightweight set of Jumbo Foam Blocks. Children can strengthen their gross-motor skills while learning basic principles like patterning, stacking, and size relationships. Sized to be proportionate to traditional unit blocks, this set enhances block play and encourages young engineers to safely build and explore. A natural, wood-toned color palette coordinates beautifully with other blocks in the block play area.
Wooden Rainbow Arches and Tunnels - 12 Pieces
Wooden Rainbow Arches and Tunnels - 12 Pieces
Item: 33142
Status: In Stock
$152.95
$110.95
2 years & up. The Colorful Wooden Rainbow Arches and Tunnels set is a vibrant addition to traditional block play. With 10 painted arches and 2 natural tunnels, children will love creating independent structures with these tunnels and arches, or incorporating them into their other blocks for endless building possibilities. Featuring rounded edges and smooth surfaces with a matte finish, these arches and tunnels are the perfect tool for enhancing early engineering skills and introducing concepts such as balance to children. Arches measure 11"W x 3"D x 5.5"H and tunnels measure 11"W x 11"D x 5.5"H. Set of 12.
Discovery Rainbow Arches and Tunnels - 10 Pieces
Discovery Rainbow Arches and Tunnels - 10 Pieces
Item: 37903
Status: In Stock
$199.95
$149.95
2 years & up. Inspire creativity and hands-on discovery with the Discovery Rainbow Arches and Tunnels. This vibrant set of oversized translucent arches brings a fresh dimension to traditional block play. Encourage children to build bridges or tunnels, stack, and sort while exploring color and light. The open-ended possibilities make it perfect for STEM learning, sensory exploration, and collaborative play. Crafted from thick, resilient translucent plastic, the arches are durable enough for both indoor and outdoor use. Their matte finish and rainbow hues create captivating opportunities for light table activities, shadow play, and color mixing, helping children investigate cause and effect. As they stack, nest, balance, and arrange the arches, children strengthen fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Whether incorporated into block centers, sensory stations, or STEAM activities, the arches invite endlss exploration.