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Sand & Water

By experimenting with sand and water, children learn about measurement and natural science. As with most play opportunities, learning is enhanced by providing a variety of sand and water play toys that encourage children to dig, scoop, fill, pour, and engage in flexible, open-ended play.

12 lb Bucket Colored Sand
Item: 302905P
Status: In Stock
$37.95
3 years & up. Bring hands-on fun to classroom activities and playtime with our vibrant, dust-free colored sand! Available in a variety of bright hues, this safe, USA-made sand is perfect for sand and water tables, arts and crafts, and sensory exploration. Encourage creativity and imaginative learning with every colorful scoop!
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Kinetic Sand™ 2.2 lbs
Item: 302767P
Status: Out of Stock
$21.95 - $42.95
3 years & up. Kinetic Sand is non-toxic, gluten-free, and crafted from 98% pure sand blended with 2% magic. Mold it, squeeze it, or shape it any way you like then poke it and watch as it slowly melts back to its original form. A calming, hands-on activity for all ages. Explore engaging teaching and educational activities by simply scanning the QR code on the package for instant access to helpful guides anytime!
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Sensory Play Stones: Fish - 8 Pieces
Item: 302001
Status: In Stock
$39.95
2 years & up. Dive into the wonders of the ocean with this set of 8 beautiful, tactile fish. With their realistic markings and textures, these fish encourage sensory exploration and imaginative play as children tell stories about the watery habitats they create. Made from a durable stone resign, these vibrant creatures are perfect for use in water or sand, and are easy to clean after a day of nautical adventures. The markings can be felt as well as seen, and children will enjoy making imprints of the fish in play dough, sand, or clay. Set includes 8 fish with stunning details: Blue Tang, Golden Butterfly Fish, Blue Spotted Ray, Plaice, Peppermint Angel Fish, Jewel Cichlid, Clown Fish, and Sergeant Major Fish. Each stone measures between 2.5" - 3.5".
Therapy Play Sand - White 25 Pound Bag
Item: 146188-WH
Status: In Stock
$31.95
3 years & up. Take tactile stimulation to the next level with the cleanest sand in the world! This Therapy Play Sand allows kids to do all of the crazy fun sand activities they love without getting dust and other particles in their eyes, mouth, or anywhere else. Great for indoor sand tray therapy professionals, play therapy trays, sensory activity tables, in-home and office locations. Create with sand and play therapy while developing fine motor skills, intellect, visualization and social conduct. Sand has a natural sparkle to captivate the eye and molds easily when wet. Great for indoor discovery table play. Made from Feldspar rock.
Therapy Play Sand - Beach - 25 lb. Box
Item: 32458
Status: Out of Stock
$49.95
2 years & up. Therapy Play Sand is a combination of play therapy and art therapy. The mosaic pieces offer expressive therapy that works well with children. This Therapy Sand is certified non-toxic This clean, coarse sand has no fine dust particles, is easy to mold when wet and offers a wide range of applications in the class or at home. Made from a specific type of silica-deficient rock.
Indoor/Outdoor Sand and Water Table and Fabric Cover
Item: 300449P
Status: In Stock
$29.95 - $725.95
18 months & up. Encourage sensory exploration, science experimentation and dramatic play both inside and outside the classroom with this durable, mobile Indoor/Outdoor Sand and Water Table. Made from a combination of Poly+, a composite material made from 30% less plastic, polycarbonate plastic, and stainless steel hardware, this durable table is designed to be used continuously with messy, wet materials. Sturdy locking casters allow for easy maneuverability around the classroom and between environments. A secure lid keeps materials contained when not in use, while the outdoor cover (sold separately) protects the table from weathering. Easy to assemble. Tub is 9" deep.
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Outdoor Brushes - Set of 4
Item: 301298
Status: In Stock
$34.95
3 years and up. A brush set can be a great combination for fun and learning in the outdoor play space. A child-size brush is the perfect tool for gardening, sweeping up after messy play, painting with water, and more! Largest brush measures 5"L x 2"W x 1.75"H. Brush styles may vary based on availability.
Carolina Connections Discovery Tables
Item: 301865
Status: Out of Stock
$874.95
3 years & up. Create the ultimate sensory experience for children using the Carolina Connections Discovery Tables. Curved tables can be configured and attached in a variety of ways to suit the needs of your space and the children utilizing it. Each tabletop of the included 3 tiered tables features a different engaging way to play. A mirrored tabletop fosters a child's self-awareness, self-esteem, intellectual curiosity and cognitive development. A deep play tray provides the perfect place surface for sensory materials like kinetic sand and natural materials. Encourage children's innate curiosities with a tabletop that includes an LED light source. Children will explore independently and collaboratively across levels with materials that interest, challenge and invite them. Light Table measures 34"W x 30"H x 15"D Sensory Tray Table measures 33"W x 24"H x 15"D Mirror Table measures 31"W x 18"H x 15"D.
Dig & Discover Dinosaur Tactile Skeletons - Set of 6
Item: 301838
Status: In Stock
$106.95
2 years & up. Spark a love of science and discovery with the Dig & Discover Dinosaur Tactile Skeletons - Set of 6, a hands-on exploration resource that brings prehistoric learning to life. Embark on a prehistoric adventure with this set of 6 puzzles, each features 4-5 pieces. Made from a durable stone mix, these chunky dinosaur pieces are perfect for repeated excavations. Children will enhance their spatial awareness while engaging in sensory-rich activities. These versatile puzzles can be assembled on a table or buried in sand or mud for an exciting digging experience, unearthing fossils and piecing together dinosaur skeletons. This hands-on adventure sparks endless conversations about dinosaurs and their ancient world. Set features 6 different dinosaur skeletons.
Water Color Changing Tablets - 40 Pieces
Item: 300457
Status: In Stock
$15.95
2 years & up. Perfect for water exploration! Let children experiment with these fun water color changing tablets. Set of 40 colorful tablets which are nontoxic and non-staining.
Sand Sifters With Scoops
Item: 301333
Status: In Stock
$49.95
2 years and up. Encourage sensory play and STEM exploration with the Sand Sifter Set. The extra-wide scoops, large pan, and nesting cups in this set enable children to closely examine materials that they find while playing with dirt, sand, water, or other messy materials. The tactile stimulation that sifting provides will serve as an enriching supplement to the scientific discoveries that children make. Largest piece measures 9" x 9". Store in a cool, dry place.
Sound to Sea Sand and Water Playset
Item: 300500
Status: In Stock
$54.95
18 months & up. Bring any water or sand table to life with this fun play set. Offers children opportunities for sensory exploration, imaginative play, skill development, and learning in outdoor environments, a valuable addition to any play space. Floating boats introduce concepts like buoyancy, displacement, and water resistance in a tangible way, and help develop an understanding of basic physics principles. Water and sand play is both fun and educational and has a range of benefits for your child's social and emotional development, as well as developing their physical abilities and early literacy and numeracy skills. This durable, plastic play set includes 3 shovels, 3 rakes, 3 buckets, 3 sieves, and a set of 10 boats numbered 1 - 10.
Rushing Rivers Water Play Table
Item: 302507
Status: In Stock
$107.95
18 months & up. Create a wave of excitement with the Rushing Rives Water Play Table! This expandable, multi-tiered water play station features cascading levels and 360 access, making it perfect for group play. Just fill it once or attach a hose for continuous water action. Kids will love the cause-and-effect fun as water flows through tipping buckets and channels, sending toy boats rushing from one level to the next. Designed to spark STEM learning through splash-filled play, this durable water table is quick to assemble and easy to clean-offering endless entertainment and learning in one. Made in the USA and built to last for years of outdoor fun.
Splish 'n Splash Fishing Set
Item: 300440
Status: In Stock
$24.95
2 years & up. Use the fishing pole to hook one of the six floating fish and then reel them in! Children can use the net to scoop them up as they float. Mesh storage bag included for easy clean-up and drying. Set includes a fishing pole, 6 floating fish, a fishing net, and a mesh storage bag.
Natural Sorting Stones - Nature Collection - 36 Pieces
Item: 301758
Status: Out of Stock
$85.95
2 years and up. Give children a smooth, solid play experience with this collection of Natural Sorting Stones. These stones are perfect open-ended play companions. Children can examine their colors, shapes, and textures; use them to create a stony structure; or do anything else their imagination dictates. The smooth surfaces of these stones will make children think they are getting one right out of a stream. Stones come in 3 different sizes. Largest stone is 3.25".
Nature-Inspired Loose Parts - 54 Pieces
Item: 301759
Status: In Stock
$79.95
2 years and up. Journey through the natural world with this set of Nature-Inspired Loose Parts. The stones in this collection focus on three distinct natural environments: the sea, the forest, and the winter landscape. This variety gives children tremendous freedom to engage with whichever environment they choose. They can also mix the stones to create a snowy sea or a wintry forest. The choice is theirs!
Eco-Friendly Pink Dump Truck
Item: 141189
Status: In Stock
$31.95
12 months & up. Tough and durable, this dump truck is 100% made from recycled milk cartons. The eco design features a workable dumper, no metal axles to rust, and supports imaginative play skills. The production of the truck is environmentally friendly and saves energy. The eco-friendly pink dump truck measures 10"L x 7.5"W x 6.75"H. Made in the USA.
Bubble Wand Set
Item: 90244
Status: In Stock
$13.95
3 years & up. These fantastic outdoor bubble wands entertain children for hours with their unique and pretty shapes. This set includes bubble wands in heart, star, flower, circle, square and triangle shapes. Includes two 5.5" trays and twelve 8" wands. Made of plastic. Bubble solution is sold separately.
Playfoam Pluffle™ Jumbo Pack - Green and Blue
Item: 301639
Status: In Stock
$199.95
3 years and up. Fill your classroom with foamy fun! This 2-pack of Playfoam Pluffle™ brings a world of sensory play possibilities to center time, playtime, or any other appropriate place. The foam will cluster in children's hands when they squeeze it and immediately expand after they let it go. This play experience will give children both rich tactile stimulation and a dependable source of calm. Includes one 2 lb. bag of each color, blue and green.
Short Handled Wooden Spoons - Set of 3
Item: 302166
Status: Only 19 left
$118.95
3 years & up. Encourage hands-on exploration with these short handled, wide mouth spoons thoughtfully designed to fit comfortably in small hands. Whether children are scooping sensory materials or stirring up imaginative concoctions, these durable wooden spoons are the perfect tool for open-ended play. Made from high-quality, sustainably sourced wood, these spoons support the development of fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and practical life skills, all while sparking creativity and curiosity. Their short handles make them especially easy for young children to grip and control, promoting independence and confidence during play. Measure 8.7"L.
Waterway Block Set - 15 Pieces
Item: 301730
Status: In Stock
$34.95
3 years and up. An innovative take on the classic marble run, the Waterway Block set allows children to combine building activities with sensory exploration! While sending balls down the set's routed paths, children can begin early explorations in architectural design, physics, and other STEM concepts. The set's foam construction and water wheel make it perfect for both indoor and outdoor sensory play. Includes 15 pieces that enable multiple arrangements and building possibilities. Base measures 12"L x 12"W x .5"H.
Water and Sand Wheel
Item: 300495
Status: In Stock
$9.95
18 months & up. Fill the funnel and watch the wheels turn! This sand and water wheel is the perfect toy for your classroom sand and water table. Pour water, small stones, and sand in the funnel slowly to start off and then faster and faster and study the different ways the wheels react. Made from high-quality, non-toxic plastics. Includes: Double sand and water wheel and removable funnel. Size: 5.25"L x 8.13"W x 14"H.
Tuff Tray Cover
Item: 301702
Status: In Stock
$35.95
The Tuff Tray cover is durable, lightweight, and water repellant with elastic edges that can easily be left outdoors. Measures 39"D.
Adjustable Sand and Water Table and Accessories
Item: 92752P
Status: In Stock
$32.95 - $559.95
18 months & up. The natural color base and clear tub will fit in any classroom decor. Features a deep clear tub and adjustable legs from 19" to 25". Use Indoors or outdoors. Table has a 5 year warranty. Fabric Cover and Replacement Lid are also available, sold separately.
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