Infants & Toddler Care

Authored by Paul A. LeBuffe and Jack A. Naglieri, this manual provides essential information on the development, administration, scoring, interpretations, and utilizations of DECA-C results in assessment, eligibility determinations, intervention planning and outcome evaluation. Chapters: Introduction; Development and Standardization; Psychometric Properties; Administration and Scoring; Interpretation; The Use of the DECA and DECA-C within the Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Model. Copyright… More »

2 years & up. Smooth-sanded, over-sized beechwood Jumbo Sensory River Stones feature inset, nature-inspired textures. Children can engage in sensory play while practicing stacking and balancing and strengthening their tactile differentiation. A beautiful, subdued color palette furthers the possibilities for organic connections during natural play. Smallest stone measures 5.125"W x 2.5"D x 1.125"H, largest stone measures 7.625"W x 3.75"D x 1.75"H.

6 months & up. Learn while you play! This set features four musical instruments that play delightful sounds with a simple touch of a button. These wonderful instruments have bold colors, black and white patterns, rattles and rings, and multiple textures to develop sensory learning. This instrument set also helps children recognize rhythms and sounds. Encourage children to come up with their own rhythms or teach them a song they can easily follow along with using their instruments.

12 months & up. There are endless ways to play with this expansive stack and sort kit! The bright colors are visually stimulating. Challenge developing abilities like fine motor, eye hand coordination and early shape recognition with this variety of stacking and shape sorting toys. Set includes seven collections of toys for children to explore. Includes 50+ pieces.

2 years & up. Filled with fun character brushes, this rack is made from nonporous plastic that prevents bacteria buildup and keeps brushes from touching and cross-contaminating. The mesh cover allows from plenty of air ventilation and is easy to clean. The set includes 10 hole rack, 12 character brushes and mesh cover. Mesh cover measures 17.5"L x 6.75"W x 7.5"D.

Set of 414 sequenced cards correlate with E-LAP™ domains and supply teaching procedures, developmental objectives, and suggested activities for expanding emerging skills. Cards are ideal for sending home with children who need additional skill practice.

Defining a work area is important for young children with wandering attention spans. The addition of a focal point, such as these woven mats in calming, natural colorations, can help a child better focus on the task at hand. Use these woven mats for flexible seating, personal work spaces, loose parts design and more. Mats are 100% natural cotton. Spot clean. Mats measure 18" round. Set of 6 blue woven mats.

18 months & up. A toddlers natural curiosity will lead to hours of discovery learning opportunities with this exploration kit. Builds oral language, fine motor, sorting, and cognitive skills as toddler and caregiver discover the different sounds that are made when stacking, flipping, and striking containers of various materials and sizes. An excellent introduction to early music and science in the toddler world. Includes 14 sound exploration pieces.

Take a breathtaking scenic tour through the city, visiting the shops and driving around the circle to the road leading to the lake, there is so much to discover. What else do you see? This scenic rug feels and acts like carpet, but easily cleans like a hard surface. Flexible with excellent design definition, this rug will look beautiful in the classroom. Features include: hygienic, easy to clean, durable, does not show wear patterns, waterproof, fast drying, non-slip, absorbs sound, and captures allergens. Measures 5' x 3'.

Keep the peace in your classroom with the Peaceful Spaces Leaf Carpet. With a nature-based pattern and soothing blues, this carpet fosters relaxation and play, making it the perfect addition to any learning space. Carpet measures 2' x 3'.

2 years & up. Get ready for a relaxing story time with the 26" Vinyl Bean Bag Chair for Comfortable Classroom Seating Options. This soft, durable seating is complete with double stitched seams and an easy to clean vinyl cover. The double locking zipper system keeps the filling inside. Use this as an option during classroom gatherings or individuals readings. Measures 26" diameter.

6 months & up. Captivate babies with a whole world of possibilities right at their fingertips! This Exploration Activity Set includes a wide variety of shapes and objects that will satisfy a baby's need for sensory exploration, strengthen their fine-motor skills, and encourage them to crawl. Adults can also participate by placing objects near the baby or modeling appropriate play patterns. Contents may vary.

12 months & up. Add more friendly faces to your dramatic play area with this soft Woodland Creatures Puppets for Dramatic Play and Interactive Reading. These plush puppets have realistic features and easily moveable arms. Puppets are great for promoting imagination, literacy, hand-eye coordination, creativity, fine motor skills. Encourage your children to mimic the sound the animals make. The plush material is surface washable. Set includes a fox, wolf, owl, and a bear. Measures 8"H.

Over 200 activity cards support acquired and emerging skills. Correclated to the developmental milestones found in the LAP™-D, each card includes teaching objectives and material resources for effective implementation.

Lightweight, durable mobile cot carrier for toddler cots has a powder-coated steel frame and metal braces to ensure stability. Locking caster wheels for easy mobility and extra stability. Carrier holds up to 10 cots. 10-year warranty. Measures 51"L x 21"W x 5"H.

Create a convenient, sanitary area for diaper changes with an odor-locking, durable diaper pail. Complete with a quiet, slow-close lid and a triple-seal system, this easy-to-clean plastic diaper bin is perfect for infant classrooms. Comes pre-loaded with one continuous refill bag that holds up to 580 newborn diapers. Measures 13"W x 21.5"H x 9"D.

2 years and up. Our softline collection provides colorful, thoughtful transition pieces that assist children in acclimating to and mastering their surroundings. Provide children with a comfortable place to sit or lay down during story time, classroom activities, or play time with a set of colorful pillows. The three large pillows in the natural color palette are made of sturdy yet comfortable fabric to stand up to rigorous and repeated use. A sponge interior ensures each pillow easily holds its… More »

Birth & up. Brighten your infants' world with these lively crafted rattles. Simply stretch the band and attach to infant's wrist or ankle allowing babies to explore movement and sound effortlessly while they rattle. Made with soft, comfortable materials that are gentle on delicate skin. Each rattle is made to be machine washable for easy clean up. Encourage sensory exploration. Includes ladybug, pig, frog, dog, cow, and butterfly themed rattles.

White washcloths with assorted colored trim are 100% cotton terry. Machine washable. Set of 18. Measures 8.6" x 8.6".

This manual provides caregivers of infants and toddlers knowledge about the creating and implementation of loving, playful, developmentally appropriate experiences for infants and toddlers. ISBN 978-088076-794-1.

6 months & up. With vibrant colors and soft textures, each toy builds fine motor, coordination, sensory exploration and cognitive skills. Toys feature dimples to push and pop, shapes to slide into place for shape-matching play, spinners that cascade up and down, and textured spheres with squishy features that slide back and forth. This Fine Motor Skill Building Set encourages cause-and-effect learning, shape recognition, reaching and grasping, pushing and pulling, and more!

Infants learn and grow during experiences interacting with the caregivers in their lives. Provide adult caregivers a cozy, comfortable chair where they can soothe young children, and spend special one-on-one time with them with the Comfort Glider with Vinyl Cushions. The extra wide seat and easy-to-clean vinyl material make this the perfect addition in classroom settings. Gently rock during quiet moments with the easy-glide mechanism, which is protected behind a panel to prevent pinch points. Measures… More »