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Providing science/nature materials and activities gives children an opportunity to develop vocabulary and learn to understand basic natural concepts. By creating safe, hands-on opportunities to explore their world, young children become aware of the wonders around them, beginning what can be a life-long interest in and concern for our environment.

Sorting Shells
Item: 61081P
Status: In Stock
$7.50 - $27.95
3 years & up. Look under the magnifying glass to see the different details of the shells or use for counting, sorting, and up-close viewing. These genuine, assorted sea shells come in different sizes. Available in a set of 12 or a set of 48.
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Magnetic Match Rings
Item: 62578
Status: In Stock
$16.95
3 years & up. Learn about magnetism, develop visual matching skills, and improve eye-hand coordination. Each ring is magnetic -- one side positive and the other negative. When the rings are stacked, they either attract the next ring and pull them together, or repel it and cause it to float. Includes 40 pattern match challenges, 10 magnetic rings, a stand, and a storage bag.
Wild Republic 10-Piece Insect Collection
Item: 142705
Status: In Stock
$19.95
3 years & up. Learn all about the different insects that live in our world! Encourages dramatic play and scientific learning. Set of 10 insects. All plastic insects are phthalate-free. Products have been tested to different international toy safety requirements.
Exploring Leaves
Item: 27227P
Status: In Stock
$12.95 - $29.95
4 years & up. Children will enjoy exploring leaves with these beautiful sets. The Crafty Leaves set includes a variety of 266 realistic leaves printed on both sides of high quality paper which can be used to make gorgeous natural crafts and posters. The Color Diffusing Leaves set includes 80 leaves in which children can create spectacular patterns and designs using liquid watercolor paint, crayons, markers, or glitter. Available separately or in a complete set.
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Ocean Animal Minis - Set of 12
Item: 89498
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. Discover animals that swim the oceans. Includes: Penguin, Tiger Shark, Sea Lion, Starfish, Humpback Whale, Dolphin, Eagle Ray, Hammerhead Shark, Sperm Whale, Turtle, Octopus, and a Moray Eel. This set comes in a reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closes for easy storage. Perfect for educational projects, traveling, collecting, and imaginative play. Includes twelve ocean animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free.
Zoo Babies - Set of 11
Item: 89519
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. Fun, lifelike zoo babies neatly packed in a reusable acetate tube to take along for any excursion. Includes: Zebra Foal, Panda Cub, Hippo Baby, Chimpanzee Baby, Rhino Baby, Alligator Baby, Gorilla Baby, Elephant Calf, Tiger Cub, Polar Bear Cub, and a Giraffe Calf. This set comes in a reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closes for easy storage. Perfect for educational projects, traveling, collecting, and imaginative play. Includes ten river animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free.
Tactile Finger Paint Paper 12" x 12" - 36 Sheets
Item: 30987
Status: In Stock
$18.95
2 years & up. Embossed with 6 different designs, this paper will bring a new dimenison to finger painting. Fingers will glide over the raised lines and give movement and a tactile experience to this expressive medium. 36 sheets, 12" x 12".
Nature Tube Pets
Item: 146998
Status: In Stock
$17.95
3 years & up. Gather up your furry pals for fun playtime with pets! The Pets Nature Tube features an array of household pets including a cat, dog, snake, bird, ferret, bunny, hamster, Guinea pig, goldfish, hermit crab, iguana, and turtle. Learn about your favorite household pets with fun facts inside. Package is reusable. Included: 12 Pet Figurines and Fun Pet Facts.
Ancient Fossils Minis - 10 Pieces
Item: 30332
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. This fossil set is perfect for children interested in the study of Paleontology. They are perfect for educational projects, traveling, collecting, and imaginative play. You can even create a sensory bin with sand and dirt and have children dig and discover the fossils like a true Paleontologist! Includes: Dinosaur Footprint, Giant Crabs, Ammonite, Velociraptor Claw, Fossilized Frog, Trilobite, T-Rex Tooth, Fossilized Fish, Dinosaur Skin, and Eurypterid. This set comes in a reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closes for easy storage. Dinosaur skulls measure from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free.
Seasons Changing Flannel Board Pre-Cut Felt Set
Item: 61129P
Status: In Stock
$14.95 - $57.95
3 years & up. Celebrate the seasons with this wonderful Seasons Changing Flannel Board Pre-Cut Felt Set. This set is perfect for interactive reading and lessons about how nature changes with the seasons. Children will love recreating the fall harvest with the seasonal accessories. This felt set is designed to be used on top of flannelboards that are at least 24" wide. Washable and colorfast for years of use. Available separately or in a complete set of 4. Washable and colorfast. Flannelboard not included.
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Nature Tube Aquatic Family
Item: 146997
Status: In Stock
$17.95
3 years & up. The ocean is a world filled with an array of sea creatures to explore! The Nature Tube Aquatic Family by Wild Republic features mom, dad, and baby animal figurines including the shark, dolphin, orca, and sea turtle. Learn more about aquatic life with fun facts inside. Package is reusable. Included: 12 Aquatic Figurines and Fun Aquatic Facts.
Metal Kaleidoscopes - Set of 2
Item: 300708
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. Explore the beauty of bright colors, ever-changing patterns, and symmetry with this set of Metal Kaleidoscopes! By simply rotating the barrel, children can see an infinite number of color patterns. As they are captivated by these patterns, children will also develop sensory learning, exploration, and color recognition skills. Styles will vary because there are three different styles, and each customer will receive two of those styles.
Insect Rubbing Plates - Set of 16
Item: 37174
Status: In Stock
$19.95
3 years & up. Use these rubbing plates to create colorful textured pictures of creepy crawlers! You can use them with crayons to create simple color images on paper or try making impressions with modeling dough! 16 rubbing plates.
Nature Tube Dino Family
Item: 146999
Status: In Stock
$17.95
3 years & up. Venture back to the time of the dinosaurs! The Nature Tube Dino Family features mom, dad, and baby figurines of various species of dinosaurs including the Triceratops, Stegosaurus, T-Rex, and Pteranodon. Learn more about your favorite dinosaurs with fun facts inside. Package is reusable. Included: 12 Dinosaur Figurines and Fun Dinosaur Facts.
Critter Barn
Item: 300225
Status: In Stock
$24.95
The Critter Barn habitat is perfect for outdoor discovery activities. Children will love using this safe case for catching butterflies, caterpillars, beetles, or small animals to bring inside for observation during a science lesson. Built in light for day and night use plus a built in magnifier makes watching critters fun.  The lid is ventilated and can hold water. 3 button cell batteries included.
Wild Animals from Different Countries Felt Set
Item: 47633
Status: In Stock
$15.95
3 years & up. Bring wildlife interactive story time with these wonderful Friendly Wild Animals from Different Climates and Countries Felt Set. Children will love identifying familiar animals or mimicking their sounds. This felt set promotes literacy, exploration, color recognition, and fine motor skills. Encourage your children to follow along reading stories with these animals or create their own. The set Includes 14 animal mothers and their young with a total of 22 precut pieces, each measuring 1"H to 7"H.
North American Wildlife Minis - Set of 12
Item: 89496
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. Discover animals that roam North American forests and mountains. Includes: Mountain Lion, Raccoon, Wolf, Grizzly Bear, Pronghorn Buck, Elk, River Otter, Bison, Moose, Beaver, Big Horn Ram, and a Mountain Goat. This set comes in a reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closes for easy storage. Perfect for educational projects, traveling, collecting, and imaginative play. Includes twelve wildlife animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free.
Crystal Prism Scopes - Set of 12
Item: 81199
Status: In Stock
$4.95
3 years & up. See the world through kaleidoscope eyes. You can see color prisms while looking through the optic scope. Great addition to the science center. Each teleidoscope is approximately 1.625". Colors may vary.
River Animal Minis - Set of 10
Item: 89506
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. Discover animals that can be found in and near Rivers. Includes: Bald Eagle, Beaver, Snapping Turtle, Salamander, Alligator, Mallard Duck, Cottonmouth Snake, Bullfrog, Snake, and River Otter. This set comes in a reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closes for easy storage. Perfect for educational projects, traveling, collecting, and imaginative play. Includes ten river animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free.
Germ Tracker - Germ Sleuthing Kit
Item: 37472
Status: In Stock
$17.95
6 years & up. This simple and easy to use kit is a great way to show children how germs spread and teach them proper hand washing techniques to help prevent it. Kit includes guide, glow powder and blacklight. Requires 3 AAA batteries, not included.
Desert Animal Minis TOOB® - Set of 11
Item: 89509
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. Discover animals that roam the desert. Includes: Horned Lizard, Scorpion, Prairie Dog, Rattlesnake, Saguaro Cactus, Big Horn Ram, Bobcat, Road Runner, Coyote, Armadillo, and Mountain Lion.This set comes in a reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closes for easy storage. Perfect for educational projects, traveling, collecting, and imaginative play. Includes eleven desert animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75". Non-toxic and BPA free. Includes 11 pieces.
Wally the Weather Dog Felt Set
Item: 62016
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. Discover a world of weather and how to dress for it! This set covers weather during each season and includes 3 labels to track weather: yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Set contains 7" Wally figure, assortment of felt clothing, 4 seasonal scenes, bilingual lesson guide and sequencing strips, felt thermometer, and 18 weather-related icons. Made in the USA.
Nature Tube African Wildlife Family Animal Figures
Item: 146996
Status: In Stock
$17.95
3 years & up. Turn your bath or play area into an African Safari wonderland with these realistic looking African Animal Figures. Perfect for pretend play, school projects, and more! Size: 1-2" H. Included: 12 Figures: Mom, dad, and baby figures of the giraffe, cheetah, elephant, and lion.
Microscope Accessory Kit
Item: 147003
Status: Only 7 left
$13.95
$9.95
6 years & up. Prepare your own slides to observe and explore! This kit is an excellent complement to any microscope. Microscope not included. Included: 12 pieces blank slides, 12 pieces Concavity (well) slides, 1 plastic storage box to hold 25 slides, Cover glass, Plastic forceps, Plastic pipet (dropper), and Directions and helpful hints for preparing simple mounts.