STEM Learning for Early Childhood

4 years & up. Little insect lovers will be overwhelmed with this stampede of 45 to 60 giant-sized beetles, caterpillars, spiders, ants, flies, praying mantises, and more! Perfect for counting, sorting and arranging by size or color. Made of sturdy, flexible plastic and colorfully detailed. The resealable tube keeps all the bugs in one tidy place, and the tote strap is great for kids on the go.

3 years & up. Prepare children to problem solve as they use observation and size-relation skills to group the sturdy cards by size, subject, or color. Images depict animals from the farm, pets and sea life. Contains 24 cards (8 subjects) measuring 3" x 5".

3 years & up. Let's make some noise with these fun sound shakers! These sturdy wooden boxes are easy to grip. Have children shake the wooden cubes to hear each unique sound and find its match. To self-correct, simply look through the provided translucent-colored, acrylic base. These Peekaboo Soundboxes develop matching, concentration, fine motor, sensory, problem solving, and cognitive skills. The set includes 12 soundboxes with six unique sounds and a storage base.

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.

Grades K & up. Set sail with real STEM learning! Young learners can dive into early physics in a fun, colorful way with this two-piece submarine and floating raft along with weights, balls, and stars to bring investigations to life. This set also features 10 detailed Activity Cards (with over 20 engaging, high-impact activities) that cover all aspects of STEM, plus key science concepts of buoyancy, density, and more! Comprehensive activity guide with reproducible materials is also included. Largest piece (submarine) measures 6"L x 3.5"H. Includes: Two-Piece Submarine, Floating Raft, 10 Hex Weights, 5 Circle Weights, 2 Stars, 2 Balls, and 10 Double-Sided Activity Cards.

4 years & up. 16 double-sided photo/x-ray cards engage students in science exploration from the inside out! Images are protected with a special scratch-resistant coating. Examine the photos and then place them on a light table or in a window to reveal the skeletal system of the animals! An excellent way to introduce children to animals and anatomy. Flip the cards over to get a better look at the skeleton. Teacher guide included. Cards are 8.5" x 11".

4 years & up. Create a limitless world of people, animals, architecture, robots, vehicles and more! This set is comprised of 12 unique plastic shapes and features six colors. IO Blocks connect with secure, yet easily adjustable friction fit and features a beautiful matte finish. The high-quality design of IO Blocks offers open-ended building possibilities and problem solving, puzzle-like qualities. Great for Parents and Educators interested in STEM skill development. Free IO App available from the APP store from your smartphone or tablet! 500 piece set.

18 months & up. This set of five vibrant and chunky garden insects introduces children to common bugs found outside. This set of easy to grip critters includes matching photo activity card(s) with real images and fun facts about each insect. To take learning outside, have children look around their environment and spot some of the insects on their cards. Use these award-winning insects for dramatic play as well. Insects measure 5" each.

4 years & up. Use these Jumbo Easy to Grip Test Tubes with Stand for Early STEM Learning in your next STEM lesson. These chunky science tools are sized just right for little scientists. Children will love filling these tubes with different liquids or materials for experiments. These test tubes can also be used for dramatic play. Set includes 6 jumbo test tubes with a rack and multiple color lids.

3 years & up. Learning math and measurements has never been so fun! Introduce simple math skills and weight comparisons with this happy monster scale. Three difficulty levels means that this fun monster grows with your family. Ideal for introducing early STEAM concepts. Fosters hand-eye coordination development and interaction cognition. Includes 22 pieces. Measurements are 15"L x 5.6"W x 7.1"H.

3 years & up. It's fun to explore and compare measurements! This Primary Science Mix & Measure Set is the perfect way to introduce young learners to measurements and weight through pouring, scooping, and stirring. Encourages sensory integration, self-help, and math development. Features six uniquely designed measuring cups which help children visualize equivalent quantities in different formats. Bowl measures 4.75"H x 6"D. Includes: 1 Scale, 1 Bowl (with lid), 4 Measuring cups (1 cup, 1/2 cup and, two 1/4 cup), 2 Two cup liquid, measuring cups, 3 Measuring spoons (1/2 teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, and 1 tablespoon), and 10 Activity cards.

2 years & up. Bring the outdoors indoors with this set of weather stones. These stones depict all types of weather including rain, show, lightning, and sunshine. Their small size and pleasant feel invite children to touch and hold them, which gives adults a chance to talk with them about the weather pattern on the stone they're holding. Such interactions will reinforce children's understanding of the weather. Stones are approximately 2" each. Colors may vary.

3 years & up. Encourage children to explore the five senses with this interactive, easy to follow game. This game will also help children with identifying facial expressions and parts of the body. Use this game in an interactive lesson about the five senses and how they help us function. Includes 2 game boards, 40 laminated game pieces, and a draw-string bag for easy transportation and storage. Made in the USA.

3 years & up. The Tactile Counting Stones display number arrays from 1 to 10. These stones are a great resource to introduce and support math concepts including counting, number recognition, subitizing, and number bonds. Ideal for sensory math investigations. Made from a unique stone mix and durable for use in sand, water, and outside. Stones measure 3". Included: 20 Tactile Counting Stones, with two stones of each number 1 to 10.

4 years & up. These playful bunny pets bring early Stem concepts to preschool learning through 100% screen-free coding. Children can code along with their new pets' storybook adventure, and help the hard-working Bopper and spunky Hip & Hop have a playtime they'll never forget! Each storybook coding challenge unfolds in the Coding Critters' fun playset-Can you code Bopper to grab her carrot, pull Hip in her cart, or push Hop on the fun log swing? In addition to following along with the storybook's coding challenges, you can also use the pet playset to design your own code games and more! The Coding Critters also double as cute interactive pets-press Bopper's nose to active Play Mode, where you can feed, pet, and take care of your new bunny robot pal! You can even make her dance and sing a silly song! Includes: Bopper, Hip & Hop, playset with accessories, and a 14-page Storybook. Requires 3 AAA batteries, not included.

Grades K & up. Attract early learners to the wonders of magnetism! STEM lessons are irresistible when you add the excitement of fun, colorful tools to scientific exploration. Durable, playful magnets in a variety of shapes engage children as they explore magnetism, polarity, and magnetic attraction & repulsion. Comprehensive Activity Guide with reproducible materials is also included. Largest piece (maze tray) measures 11"L x 8.5"H x 0.5"W. Includes: 2 Bar Magnets, 2 Magnetic Bugs, 4 Ring Magnets, Horseshoe Magnet, Magnetic Post, 2 Snap-On Cars,Tray with Maze, String, and 10 Double-Sided Activity Cards.

6 years & up. Hours of fun await with this exciting STEM focused game! Children will learn early engineering skills as they follow cards to build roller coasters or design their own. This game can be played individually or with friends. Includes game grid, 39 track pieces, 36 post pieces, 2 tunnels, 40 challenge cards with solutions and instructions.

Grades 1 - 6. Teach students the science of simple machines. Kit contains four pulleys (two singles, one double and one triple sheave, plus joining pin) and instructional guide with suggested classroom activities. Sting(s) not included.

Grades K & up. Enlarged for demonstration on the whiteboard. Feature realistic illustrations to model up to 6 stages in the life cycle of a bean plant and apple tree. Two life cycles in one! Label-free for versatility. Largest piece measures 9"H x 7"L. Set of 12.

5 years & up. Children as young as 5 can learn to code with 100% screen-free play. Botley® 2.0 can move in six different directions, play music, and even put on a light show. Botley® 2.0 has 16 fun interactions-transform Botley® into a train, police car, ghost, and more! You can even test your memory with the lights and sounds game of Botley® Says! Your little coders can build sequences of up to 150 steps, and go on adventures with a built-in sensor that lights up Botley® 2.0 in the dark! This classroom bundle will keep them engaged, building, designing, and more. Requires 5 AAA batteries (not included). Set includes: 2 Botley® 2.0 Coding Robots with 78 Activity Piece Sets, 2 Additional Botley® 2.0 Coding Robots, 1 Botley® Action Challenge Accessory Set, and 1 Botley® Crashin' Construction Accessory Set.

4 years & up. Ignite your curiosity and explore the world of robotics and coding with unique robot building blocks. Easily snap Cubelets together to create an endless variety of robot constructions with no messy wires necessary. Each Cubelet contains its own unique software inside that is designed to give it a specific function so how you assemble them matters. If you want to build a robot that exudes a specific behavior you must choose the correct Cubelets to combine. You will learn coding while you build! This set features the new Bluetooth® Hat that allows you to connect your robots to the free Cubelets app to add new abilities, control your robot, make your robot communicate, and more! Includes 10 Cubelets, Bluetooth® Hat, Brick adapters for creative brick add-ons and customization, Micro-USB cable, and a Guide. 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)

18 months & up. Introduce young builders to magnetic construction, sensory exploration and social emotional expression with the comprehensive toddler STEM set, Grippies® Shake, Build and Curve. Connect large and small sized magnetic rods to each other or combine them with the overmolded metal ball connectors. The variety of rod styles create a unique structural, rounded and acoustic building experience. Encourage magnetic, auditory and tactile exploration through patterning and 3D construction. This combination Grippies® building set is perfect for toddlers to exercise their auditory, fine and gross motor and engineering skills.

3 years & up. Children can show off their projects, examine up close and display their exhibits easily with this exploration table. There are four compartment areas with 2 acrylic sliding panels that cover fragile nature collections and two removable mirror reflection boxes that insert into each end of the display areas. Shelf storage is accessible from both sides of the table to allow easy access for additional supplies. Measures 47"W x 24"H x 14"D. Accessories are not included. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

4 years & up. Join these playful kittens in early coding fun! This 15-piece Coding Critters set features interactive pets Scamper and Sneaker along with a playset including a house, slide, yarn ball, cat toy, and more. Play fetch, hide and seek, and other fun games with the pet playset or create your own coding stories and challenges. When you are not coding, you can pet, feed, and take care of Scamper just like a real pet in Play Mode. Read along and explore the coding adventures in the full-color storybook filled with multiple coding challenges. Coding Critters are interactive pets that introduce preschoolers to critical thinking, problem solving, and other skills through STEM-based play. Included: Scamper and Sneaker Coding Critters, Playset with accessories, and a 20-page Storybook.