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Wellness & Nutrition

Teaching young children the importance of wellness and nutrition can lead to healthy habits later in life. Kaplan’s wellness and nutrition selection includes posters, games, and books designed to educate kids on the importance of hygiene, nutrition, and exercise early on.

Yoga Mats
Item: 55568P
Status: In Stock
$15.95
$7.95
Create a comfortable space for movement, mindfulness, and active learning with yoga mats. These durable mats provide a surface for yoga, stretching, balance exercises, relaxation activities, and gross motor development. Whether used in classrooms, childcare centers, or at home, these mats help children engage in healthy movement while building body awareness and self-regulation skills. The lightweight design make the mats easy for children or caregivers to transport and store between activities. A slip-resistant surface helps provide stability during exercises, allowing children to focus on developing balance and coordination while also offering comfort during seated activities or mindfulness exercises. Contains no pththalates or heavy metals. Measures 60"L  x 24"W and 0.125" thick. Available in three different colors.
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Bilingual Photo Food Cards - 90 Pieces
Item: 12101
Status: In Stock
$31.95
$25.95
This set of 90 colorful cards feature an array of photos from all food groups and cultures. Foods are identified in both English and Spanish. Use these cards as a foundation to learn and discuss nutrition. Photo Cards measure 4.25" x 5".
Kaplan Healthy Foods Bingo Game
Item: 63802
Status: In Stock
$31.95
3 years & up. Reinforce basic concepts and make learning fun with bingo! Create healthy habits and make learning about foods fun with this bingo game using real images of healthy foods and nutrition. Includes images of fruits, vegetables, sweets, drinks, and carbs. Up to 20 players can play with 30 calling cards and tokens included. Ideal for use in both small and large group settings.
Soft Toddler Dentist Kit - 7 Pieces
Item: 35551
Status: In Stock
$29.95
18 months & up. Encourage your children to take up good dental hygiene with this exciting Soft Toddler Dentist Kit for Dramatic Play and Healthy Habits. This pretend play set makes learning healthy habits fun. Children will love pretending to floss and clean their teeth. This soft dentist kit includes mouthwash, floss, toothpaste, toothbrush and pick in soft plush that all packs away neatly in a bag. Machine-washable. Set includes 7 pieces.
Healthy Smiles Dental Model
Item: 32438
Status: In Stock
$39.95
3 years & up. Set young children on the path to good hygiene with our Healthy Smiles Dental Model. This model is large enough for children to take an in-depth look at oral components such as the mouth and teeth. Additionally, the extra-large toothbrush will enable children to practice brushing their teeth and enable educators to demonstrate good oral hygiene. Dental model measures 5"L x 5.5"W x 4.5"H and toothbrush measures 10"L x .75"W.
Mindfulness Mat Kit
Item: 33590
Status: In Stock
$153.95
3 years & up. Bring mindfulness into your environment and enjoy the benefits the practice brings with the Mindfulness Mat and accompanying guide and activity card(s). Mindfulness helps increase our ability to regulate emotions, decrease stress, anxiety and depression and can help us focus our attention, as well as, help us center our thoughts and feelings in an intentional way. Measure 60"L x 60"W.
Mesh Cover for 10 Hole Toothbrush Rack
Item: 31398
Status: In Stock
$12.95
This collapsible rack mesh cover allows for plenty of air ventilation and is easy to clean. No clips are required. Cover measures 17.5"L x 6.75" W x 7.5"D. Use with item #31401 Ten Count Toothbrush Rack.
Infant Toothbrushes
Item: 84025P
Status: In Stock
$19.95 - $54.95
Birth - 3 years. Its never too early to start working on your little's oral hygiene! These sets include twelve infant toothbrushes in assorted colors. Each brush has an attached handle for the child to hold on to when developing the fine motor skill of teeth brushing and the bristles are very soft to avoid harming the child's gums.This toothbrush is the perfect starter toothbrush. Available in a set of 12 toothbrushes or a set of 12 toothbrushes with a rack with a clear lid for storage.
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Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Meal Puzzles - Set of 3
Item: 62936
Status: In Stock
$44.95
3 years & up. Encourage healthy eating and promote nutritional awareness with these 12-piece puzzles. Featuring photorealistic depictions of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, these puzzles show children how they can eat well throughout the day. Each meal puzzle depicts a protein, a fruit, and/or a vegetable, so children will see a variety of options for meeting their nutritional needs. Puzzles measure 9"L x 12"W.
Yoga Pretzels: 50 Fun Yoga Activities - Card Deck
Item: 18449
Status: In Stock
$17.95
Ages 3 and up. Stretch your way to a fun and healthy lifestyle with each of the fifty yoga poses in this colorful deck. These cards include forward bends, back bends, partner poses, and balance poses. Includes 50 cards and a leaflet. Cards measure 4.96" x 6.97".
20 Second Hand Washing Timer
Item: 147757
Status: In Stock
$12.95
3 years & up. Healthy hands mean healthy kids! Help your little ones build essential hygiene habits to last a lifetime with the 20-Second Handwashing Timer from Learning Resources. Perfect for bathrooms, classrooms, or wherever sinks are found, this interactive timer provides visual and audio cues to let kids and adults alike know when they've hit their recommended Handwashing goals. Simply tap the timer, take three seconds to grab some soap, then start scrubbing while the light is lit. When the timer hits 20 seconds, you'll hear a little beep to let you know it's time to stop! Each timer is small enough to fit in even compact spaces; decorated with fun soap bubbles, timers also form an important step in keeping homes and classrooms healthy during cold and flu season. Requires 2 AAA batteries, included. Measures 2.75"L x 2.75"W.
12-Piece Life Skills and Good Practices Puzzles - Set of 6
Item: 70905
Status: In Stock
$79.95
3 years & up. Inspire healthy habits through interactive play with the Life Skills and Good Practices Puzzle Set. Using real photos, these puzzles will show children simple ways that they can care for themselves and others. From washing their hands to tying their shoes, children will learn some of the most important routines for living well. 12 pieces per puzzle. Each puzzle measures 9"L x 12"W.
Child Nutrition Kit
Item: 34245
Status: In Stock
$68.95
2 years & up. From the store to home cooking, assist your little's in the development of healthy habits! Teach healthy shopping habits with the help of the Fruit & Veggie Tote and the concept of serving and sharing with the pretend salad set. The tote is made of durable canvas and each of the fruits and vegetables are made of non-toxic plastic. The pretend salad set contains tongs sized perfectly for children ideal for the development of fine motor skills. The act of serving will strengthen hand-eye coordination over time. Includes 55 pieces.
Healthy Hands Pocket Chart - Encourage Healthy Habits in the Classroom
Item: 147759
Status: In Stock
$20.95
$10.00
3 years & up. Healthy hands mean healthy classrooms! Help your students develop good hand-washing habits with the Healthy Hands Pocket Chart from Learning Resources. Inspired by our line of popular pocket charts, this essential classroom tool helps your track, reward, and encourage your students on their way to healthier hand hygiene. Each chart comes with spaces for 36 students, as well as 36 name cards ready to be customized to your classroom. The Healthy Hands Pocket Chart also includes 60 tracking cards that help kids visualize their new habits: drop in the bubbly bars of soap when students finish washing their hands, and add the squeaky clean desk card once their workspace is neat and tidy. Made of durable plastic with metal grommets that make hanging a snap, the Healthy Hands Pocket Chart is ready to help you and your students conquer cold and flu season for years to come. Pocket Chart measures 22" x 30".
Healthy Eating Food Set - 48 Pieces
Item: 63545
Status: In Stock
$59.95
2 years & up. Promote healthy eating habits with this 48 piece set of realistic foods and drinks. Children can prepare a complete meal or an afternoon snack with fruits, vegetables, bread, meat, and dairy products as well as healthy drinks. Encourage children to recreate their favorite meals using this colorful set. Go over the nutritional values of their favorite meal or the importance of fruits and veggies.
MyPlate Felt Set - 56 Pieces
Item: 62573
Status: In Stock
$29.95
3 years & up. Real images reinforce healthy eating habits and align with the USDA MyPlate model. This learning kit is great for at home learning or in school instruction. Being that the pieces are all made of felt, the kit also travels well. Includes 1 felt plate with placemat, 50 food pieces, 5 food group pieces, and a 16 page lesson guide. Precut. Placemat measures 12"L x 14"W.
Mindfulness Learning Kit
Item: 36517
Status: In Stock
$44.95
3 years & up. Families, children, and teachers will enjoy this Mindfulness Learning Kit as children learn to regulate their emotions, techniques to relax, and how to keep their mind and body healthy. The 'Ready to Read' My First Yoga Class book includes a special section of step-by-step instructions for basic yoga poses with adult supervision. The mindful maze boards provide a screen-free way to teach kids how to soothe themselves! With these hands-on breathing boards, children can build social-emotional coping skills by providing cues and physical objects to guide them through breathing exercises. Activity card(s) included. Note: Components may change occasionally due to availability. We will only substitute developmentally appropriate items for the purpose for which they were intended.
Pick 'n' Sort Food Groups
Item: 301603
Status: In Stock
$36.95
18 months and up. Gather a well-balanced feast! This collection of play food includes multiple items in 4 food groups--dairy, fruits and veggies, protein, and grains--as well as baskets for each food group. Children must sort all of the items into their correct baskets before they can enjoy the feast. This set is a great way to introduce children to principles of nutrition and healthy, well-balanced diets.
Toothbrush Rack with Toothbrushes & Covers
Item: 48068
Status: In Stock
$66.95
Whether for play or for learning, this set of toothbrushes and covers are perfect for any pretend play space! Toothbrushes come in 6 different colors and their covers are different animal heads. This complete set includes a sanitary, dishwasher safe rack, 20 toothbrushes and 20 toothbrush covers in assorted colors. Rack measures 21"L x 3.5"W x 3.5"H.
Healthy Helpings MyPlate Game
Item: 63017
Status: In Stock
$21.95
4 years & up. Healthy habits abound in this nutritional game! The object of the game is to be the first to fill your plate with a balanced meal. Food cards with real-life photos are self-checking with the backs matching the food groups. Includes activity guide, 50 food cards, spinner, and 4 place mats. 2-4 players.
Healthy Eating with MyPlate Books - Set of 6
Item: 36015
Status: In Stock
$48.95
3 years & up. The importance of having a balanced diet is discussed in this series on the different food groups. The use of simple text and large photographs to highlight the subjest matter in a way young children can understand. This book set is useful for discussions about healthy choices and reflects the new nutritional guidelines. At the end of each book, are small photos of foods and activities to choose for an ideal healthy day. Each book uses real-life photography and simple comparisons to explain that some foods are healthier than others and gives readers ideas for creating their own meals. Set of 6 paperback books.
Nutrition Activity Kit
Item: 28118
Status: In Stock
$69.95
3 years & up. Learn all about proper nutrition with this Nutritional Food Activity Kit. Kit can also be used to learn counting, colors, pretend play, and more. The learning and dramatic play possibilities are endless! Included: 3 double-sided activity card(s), 5 sorting baskets with a mixture of 25 color-coordinated fruits and veggies, and a plastic box with lid.
Healthy Teeth Books - Set of 4
Item: 37451
Status: In Stock
$39.96
4 years & up. How do you keep a healthy smile? With simple text and colorful real photos, this Healthy Teeth book set encourages daily dental care and long term oral care. Set of 4. Paperback
Body Poetry: Animal Action Cards
Item: 86019
Status: In Stock
$29.95
4 years & up. Stretch, strut, waddle, prance and stroll with these body poetry exercises. The back of the cards have 3 related walking patterns for children to follow. Included guide details facts about each animal, exercise routines and ideas for integrating the exercises into the curriculum. Included are 16 exercise cards with different animals printed on to impersonate. Cards measure 8" x 11".