Science

3 years & up. Introduce your children to one of nature's many life cycles with this exciting Butterfly Life Cycle Specimen Set for Observation and Early STEM Concepts. Children will enjoy observing the butterfly life cycle up close with this durable set. Each stage is preserved and encased in clear resin material and can be observed from every side to see the details. Encourage children to write about their observation or describe what they see occurring. Includes four specimens.

This book supports young children's natural curiosity and encourages them to explore what happens around them. Hands-on investigations help children learn the skills, concepts, and standards of mathematics, science, language, and literacy -- all at the same time --using some of their favorite books. Themes include: Exploring Spaces (and Places!); What Comes Next?; Out and About; and Growing and Changing. 224 pages. Paperback.

3 years & up. Glitter shapes have lots of sparkle on light tables, in windows or used in outdoor play. 7 colors in 3 different shapes, each offer a fun way to understand basic geometry and create patterns or sequences. Shapes also have a small hole to allow threading. Acrylic shapes are approximately 4" each.

3 years & up. Engage children's senses and strengthen their memory while playing this nature-inspired version of a classic matching game. Pieces representing flowers, spider webs, ladybugs, turtle shells, eggs, pine cones and other naturally occurring materials children already relate to the outdoors, allow for easy recognition and recall during play. Over-sized, wood cookie bases will naturally wear over time, revealing cause and effect behaviors and natural evolution to children. Set includes… More »

2 years & up. Encourage an interest in science with the Garden Buddies Plush Set! Help children learn about different types of bugs, their characteristics, habitats, and behaviors with this set of 3 cute and cuddly critters; Inchy Inchworm, Vinnie the Banana Slug, and Lavern Slug. For children who may feel fearful or apprehensive about insects, playing with the Garden Buddies Plush may help desensitize their fear and promote a more positive attitude towards these creatures. Each Garden Buddy… More »

18 months & up. Carry and Discover Magnification Containers are the ultimate adventure companion for children. Children can collect and closely observe natural materials, special treasures, and interesting specimens. A completely clear container and a magnifying top enhance possibilities for scientific discovery and nature-based exploration. Use this set of stacking, easy-to-clean containers during experimentation with wet and dry materials.

3 years & up. Bring early STEM activities to life with a one-of-a-kind experience that combines light play and magnet play. Use the included mounting hardware to safely and securely attach the board to any classroom wall, encouraging vertical builds using magnets. The large work surface is large enough for multiple children to build and create at one time, encouraging collaborative activities as well as individual exploration.

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.

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.… More »

3 years & up. Introduce children to early weather concepts and teach them to dress for the seasons at the same time with the help of this cuddly friend! This fun bear set includes four outfits that are perfect for their corresponding seasons. Dress this bear for the appropriate weather conditions and encourage your child to model their outfits after it. For an activity, call out seasons and have children dress the weather bear appropriately. This Weather Bear Set promotes fine motor skills,… More »

3 years & up. Enhance your science center with this set of 16 natural assorted loose parts. Pieces vary in size, shape, color and texture allowing children to explore them using different senses. See what makes each piece unique by using magnifying glasses and microscopes to get an up close look. Pieces in the set may vary.

4 years & up. Build towers of quirky robots, spinning gears, and wobbling cranes with this Robot Factory set by Learning Resources. Stack robots on top of each other and place them on spinning gears or hang them from wobbling cranes and springs. Each unique robot and building piece can be attached to another in several different ways and from several different angles so that the only limit on engineering is your imagination. Promotes STEM learning. Size: Robots measure 2.25"H. Includes:… More »

3 years & up. Encourage young scientists to take their investigations further with these perfectly sized tools. Includes durable magnifiers with built-in stand for hands-free observation, 4.5x magnification, and 4.5" diameter viewing area. Exercises fine motor skills as children use the easy-grip tweezers. Includes 3 magnifiers and 3 tweezers. Colors may vary.

2 years & up. Fossils inspire children's imagination and excite young learners. They will delight in discovering and examining this set of 8 realistic and tactile specimens. The set includes ammonite, clam shell, fern leaf, preserved leaves, sea urchin, shark's tooth, shrimp and trilobite. Made from a unique stone mix, they are durable enough to be used outdoors. Each fossil measures approximately 3.5". Magnifying glass and brushes are not included.

3 years & up. From the small Starfish to the huge Whale, from northern seas to southern oceans, this Sealife Collection has it all. This collection contains 4 each of the 12 different sealife animals for a total of 48 pieces. Use these realistic pieces for a lesson about our waters and the vast ecosystems that thrive in the depths. This set includes sealife animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75".

3 years & up. Introduce children to the wonderful magic of seasons changing with these exciting I See Seasons Books. This set of books promotes literacy, early vocabulary, and STEM concepts. Have children discuss their favorite seasons with a partner. Encourage children to ask questions about vocabulary words they're unfamiliar with. Paperback. Set of 4 books.

3 years & up. Logic and reasoning skills are sure to be improved as children play the Bug-Tastic memory game. This set of memory cards contains a mixture of bugs and insects which will spark their interest and discussions about bugs and insects.