Science

Packed with more than 70 ways to invigorate play with sand and water tables while encouraging problem solving skills, fine and gross motor creativity, and imagination. Children will learn creative ways to explore and discover on their own!

2 years & up. Enhance activities incorporating found loose parts using this set of stackable Loose Parts Trays. Each deep, square tray is divided into varying compartments, encouraging children to engage in simple classification and seriation. As children are introduced to new objects, they will develop spatial relationships and strengthen their fine motor skills. Plastic feet on the bottom of each tray ensure a snug fit when stacked between activities and allow for various arrangements and… More »

3 years and up. The possibilities of discovery are multiplied when rich variables are at children's fingertips. Random Robots: Loose Parts STEM Kit is a laboratory of opportunity to experiment and explore pieces and tools that children can use to create robots. Children can build, create, investigate, and invent while focusing on the process rather than the end product.

Parents are eager to help their children learn, but teaching young children complicated scientific and mathematical concepts can be intimidating. Simple STEAM helps parents realize they don't need to be engineers or scientists to support STEAM learning. Help children explore STEAM concepts with fun and engaging activities. Discover STEAM learning opportunities in everyday activities and experiences. Prepare children for kindergarten and build crucial 21st century learning skills, including collaboration,… More »

2 years and up. Spark curiosity and scientific exploration by giving children an up-close view of the ancient world with this set of Fossil Specimen Stones. Encased in clear, shatter-resistant acrylic, these authentic specimens show children shells, stones, shark's teeth, and other artifacts from prehistoric times. The set's reference cards feature colorful images and fascinating facts that will enhance any science activity.

3 years & up. Encourage your children to explore their building block with this Wooden Preschool Light Table. This exciting table promotes exploration and curiosity. Children can explore the features of their blocks, natural elements, or even art projects. The sturdy, freestanding table fits where space is limited. This light table accommodates four prism bases for block play. Prism bricks and plates sold separately. Minor assembly required. Measures 23"W x 24"H x 23"D.

3 years & up. Reinforce weather and the four seasons and make learning fun with this bingo game using real images. Playing bingo can enhance cognitive skills such as attention, concentration, and memory. Helps preschoolers develop their vocabulary as they listen to and learn the names of numbers, colors, shapes, or other themes featured on the bingo cards. Playing bingo in a group setting encourages social interaction and cooperation. Preschoolers learn to take turns, share materials,… More »

2 years and up. Enhance scientific exploration with the Traveling Treasures Discovery Lab. This lab is a great portable storage unit for natural materials, bugs, sensory objects, and anything else young children find fascinating and want to examine more closely. The magnifying lids, tweezers, and additional handheld magnifier help children investigate the items in the natural environment or in the classroom.

2 years and up. Create beautiful, nature-inspired designs with this set of 6 Mushroom Organic Pattern Rollers. Each roller in this set has its own unique patterns that children can stamp or roll onto malleable substances like sand, clay, and play dough. These rollers will enable children to make their own unique imprint on their surroundings while also developing fine motor skills and creative thinking skills.

18 months & up. The possibilities of discovery are multiplied when rich variables are at children's fingertips. Container Play: Toddler Loose Parts STEM Kit is a laboratory of opportunity to experiment and explore various loose parts with different textures and colors. Sorting by color, size, and shape, as well as creating patterns, helps toddlers develop problem-solving and basic math concepts.

3 years & up. Leave your fears of science behind! Respond to children's natural curiosity with over 600 teacher-created, classroom-tested activities guaranteed to teach your children all about science while they are having fun. The result of a nationwide contest, the GIANT Encyclopedia of Science joins our bestselling GIANT Encyclopedia series. 575 pages.

5 years & up. Over 100 challenges broken down into two deck types. Inventor deck provides simple inspiration while the Crazy Inventor deck includes a story with a problem to solve. Pick a card and create something by drawing, building with Strawbees, or adding any material.

"Jump into Science" is the perfect way to turn children's love of active games into learning opportunities! The activities in each chapter are organized by level of difficulty and each one incorporates fun, exciting science experiences with movement. Most activities require few or no materials and include related children's books or music to extend the learning. The science skills index is an invaluable reference tool giving teachers flexibility to plan around children's interests. Paperback. 132 pages.

3 years & up. Reinforce the recognition of zoo animals and make learning fun with bingo! Help children become familiar with different zoo animals with this fun bingo game using real images. Playing bingo can enhance cognitive skills such as attention, concentration, and memory. Helps preschoolers develop their vocabulary as they listen to and learn the names of numbers, colors, shapes, or other themes featured on the bingo cards. Playing bingo in a group setting encourages social interaction… More »

18 months & up. Enable children to interact with nature while never leaving the classroom with these Transparent Tactile Shells. These shells come in a variety of shapes, textures, and colors, so children will have lots of opportunities to explore their senses and observe the color principle of transparency. Adults can also use the shells to create activities that promote skills such as counting and sequencing. Ideal for use on light tables.

3 years & up. Inspire a deeper interest in science, extinct creatures and basic geology principles through this Magnetic Fossil 3D Puzzle. Chunky pieces feature interesting textures and a subdued natural color scheme. A satisfying magnetic click will indicate a correct match-up of pieces, encouraging children to complete the puzzle and create a realistic replica of a Megalodon Tooth.

3 years & up. Watch nature come together with this eye-catching floor puzzle. Children will see animals and habitats form before their very eyes as they complete this large floor puzzle. In addition to seeing captivating nature scenes, children will exercise critical thinking and problem solving as well as sharpen their memory and shape-recognition skills. Measures 24" x 36" in size. Puzzle insert included.

3 years & up. Bring the wild animals of North America indoors with these larges and vibrantly colored floor puzzles. Images are constructed from real photos. Each of the real photo puzzles are made of extra-thick, durable cardboard with wipe-clean surfaces. Puzzle inserts are included Includes 2 puzzles. Each puzzle measure 24"L x 36"W.

3 years & up. Introduce STEM concepts to your class with this exciting Science Is Simple Engaging STEM Activities Book for Preschoolers. Like learning to count or read, understanding the fascinating world of science is an essential skill. This innovative book encourages young children to predict outcomes, ask questions, and investigate answers. Watch preschoolers develop essential observational and analytical skills as they eagerly jump into the hands-on, interactive process that is science.

3 years & up. Encourage your children to explore their building block with this Sturdy Wooden Preschool Tabletop Light Box for Block Play and More. This exciting light box promotes exploration, and curiosity. Children can explore the features of their blocks, natural elements, or even art projects. The sturdy, light box fits where space is limited. This light box accommodates four prism bases for block play. Prism bricks and plates sold separately. Minor assembly required. Measures 26"W x 7"H x 26"D.

3 years & up. Invite children to imagine an underwater adventure with this vivid 24-piece floor puzzle. Allow them to immerse themselves in the bold colors and brilliant details of the real images while completing this puzzle. Made of extra-thick durable cardboard with a wipe-clean surface. Measures 24" x 36".

18 months & up. The possibilities of discovery are multiplied when rich variables are at children's fingertips. Container Play: Toddler Loose Parts STEM Kit is a laboratory of opportunity to experiment and explore loose parts that will inspire sorting, seriation, and innate patterns of play.

18 months & up. The possibilities of discovery are multiplied when rich variables are at children's fingertips. Light and Color: Toddler Loose Parts STEM Kit is a laboratory of opportunity to experiment and explore various shapes of different colors that enhance light play.

3 years and up. The possibilities of discovery are multiplied when rich variables are at children's fingertips. Inclined to Exploration: Loose Parts STEM Kit is a laboratory of opportunity to experiment and explore the relationships of how materials relate to basic physics principles. Children can build, create, investigate, and invent while focusing on the process rather than the end product..