Science, Discovery & STEM

2 years & up. Original and unique, My First Octoplay Set will challenge creative minds. The natural colored textured surfaces make the shapes very tactile and incorporate sensory play. Connecting the pieces is simple and easy for small hands, and promotes fine motor skills. Transform this set into animals, flowers, people and more! The pole can be used both, for building more intricate models, and also for storing the pieces when not in use. All pieces are made from 100% recycled material. Octagonal… More »

2 years & up. Gather these Animal Friends together for fun sensory and imaginative play! This set of beautifully sculpted animals will engage learners with their tactile nature. Children can sort and match the animals according to their habitat or characteristics, create characters for each creature, and engage in storytelling activities. Ideal for promoting language development and discussion. Each piece is crafted from a unique stone mix for durability. Set includes eight figures measuring between 1" - 3"H.

12 months & up. The wooden block has been reinvented in a way that brings new life to a favored classic! Safely embedded inside each block are magnets with north and south poles. This allows children to "click" blocks together or repeal blocks away from each other. Watch children's imaginations unfold as they create big and tall creations. Click wheels on and off to create any number of mobile creations. Encourages open-ended play, hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and sharing.… More »

12 months & up. Little explorers can take a closer at the world with the Easy Hold Magnifier. This magnifier features 3x and 5x magnification via small enlargement lens with an easy to hold hardwood frame designed for little hands. Measures 7.3" x 4.7" (lens 3.1" in diameter).

10 months & up. Beautiful smooth solid beech wood loose parts in seven colors of the rainbow, with a natural finish to show the grain of the wood. Ideal for developing open-ended exploration skills, counting and sorting, stacking and sequencing, pattern-making and learning about color. Great for any loose parts collection and heuristic play resources. Discs measure 2.5" in diameter. Includes 14 pieces.

2 years & up. Grow these soft, colorful veggies along with children's imaginations. Encourage creativity, imagination and social interaction. 8 pretend play vegetables are harvested from plush rows of soil, including a carrot, pumpkin, potato, beet, 2 pluckable tomatoes on the vine and two mushrooms. Encourages early language skills and includes an activity guide. Reusable cardboard crate is 5"H x 11"W x 8.25"D.

12 months & up. Inspire hours fun and exploration with this uniquely original size sorter. Children explore motion and size differences with this mesmerizing sorter. As the track widens, rattling balls roll and drop into their matching color and size slot. Encourages fine motor skills, sorting skills, sequencing, exploration, and experimentation. Set includes 4 colored balls and roll ramp.

12 months & up. Explore the magic of magnetic construction and polarity with Polydron KinderMag. Introduce children to their first magnetic shapes with these neutral, pastel-colored squares and triangles. The magnetic pieces can be stuck together with a simple snap to construct and create a variety of 2D patterns and 3D models. 48 chunky pieces that are easy for young hands to use. Set includes 24 squares and 24 triangles made of ABS plastic with ferrite magnets inside.

12 months & up. The wooden block has been reinvented in a way that combines modern STEM qualities with a favored classic! Safely embedded inside each block are magnets with north and south poles. This encourages children to experiment with science, technology, engineering, and math concepts. Watch children's imaginations unfold as they invent, create, evaluate, and build. Designed in the USA. Made in the Honduras from sustainable -sourced hardwoods and safe, non-toxic water-based lacquers (for… More »

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.… More »

10 months & up. Beautiful smooth solid beech wood loose parts in seven colors of the rainbow, with a natural finish to show the grain of the wood. Ideal for developing open-ended exploration skills, counting and sorting, stacking and sequencing, pattern-making and learning about color. Great for any loose parts collection and heuristic play resources. Cubes measure 1.5" to 2". Includes 14 pieces.

Birth & up. Observe shapes and colors with this 8-piece set of Perception Cubes! These cubes measure 1.25" and are made of durable acrylic, making them ideal for all ages. The cubes can be used on a light table to observe color mixing. When cubes are held at an angle, many squares and rectangles appear inside for fascinating visual effects! The colorful sensory cubes make great additions to sensory stations and quiet corners. The tough acrylic also makes them ideal for water play. The cubes… More »

10 months & up. Beautiful smooth solid beech wood loose parts in seven colors of the rainbow, with a natural finish to show the grain of the wood. Ideal for developing open-ended exploration skills, counting and sorting, stacking and sequencing, pattern-making and learning about color. Great for any loose parts collection and heuristic play resources. Spheres measure 2" in diameter. Includes 14 pieces.

10 months & up. This set of Stackable Rainbow Wooden Stars are ideal for loose parts play, or as an addition to sensory play centers. Help children foster problem solving, critical thinking, color identification, counting, sorting and stacking skills with these colorful, chunky shapes. Made of sustainably cultivated European beech wood, set of 21 stars come in 3 different sizes, various thicknesses, and 7 different colors. Rainbow Wooden Stars enhance fine motor skills as children count, sort,… More »

12 months & up. The wooden block has been reinvented in a way that brings new life to a favored classic! Safely embedded inside each block are magnets with north and south poles. This allows children to "click" blocks together or repel blocks away from each other. Watch children's imaginations unfold as they create big and tall creations. Encourages open-ended play, hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and sharing. Designed in the USA. Made in Honduras from sustainable-sourced hardwoods… More »

2 years and up. Younger children can look at themselves and the world around them with the My First Polydron Mirrored 16 Pc. Set. These stunning mirrored pieces are ideal for teaching reflection. Ideal for younger builders, these large, chunky pieces are easy to join together to create unique 2D and 3D models. All pieces are fully compatible with other My First Polydron Sets. Set includes 4 squares, 4 frame squares, 4 equilateral triangles, and 4 frame equilateral triangles. Pieces measure up to… More »

12 months & up. A very early introduction to life science. This delightful little chicken puzzle helps to develop problem solving abilities, fine motor skills, and discover a little something about nature.

2 years & up. Made from FSC approved beech wood. The 9-sections arranged in a 3 x 3 array are perfect to help children sort according to particular criteria such as size, shape, number, color, or pattern. It is also useful for more open-ended investigations and perfect for collecting and displaying fascinating objects that the children discover. Contents shown are not included.

Birth & up. Smooth wooden color discs in graduated sizes with slightly flattened surfaces for balancing and stacking. Discs are an open-ended resource that can be used as loose parts, explored to improve hand-eye coordination, learn about color, develop logical thought and to enhance stacking and sorting play. Sizes range in measurement from 2" to 5.5". Includes 7 pieces.

12 months & up. Bring early STEM activities to life with a one-of-a-kind toddler table that combines light play, magnet play, and social-emotional activities. Encourage toddler's innate curiosities and development during hands-on, collaborative activities. Shatter-resistant acrylic mirrors on three surrounding sides make any open-ended play safe for young learners. Easily rotate toys and learning materials for changing activities and lessons using the divided shelves below the tabletop. Entire… More »

18 months and 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. The kit includes a plastic tray for storage and classification of loose parts and measures 12.6"L x 12.6"W x 3"H.

18 months and 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. The kit includes a felt tray for storage and classification of loose parts and measures 12.6"L x 12.6"W x 3"H.

18 months and up. Children will explore their senses with this set of Exploration Blocks. Encourage children to build their fine motor, sensory and identification skills. The chunky design is ideal for little hands to grip for shaking and building. Set of 14 blocks with storage tray measuring 7.25" x 7.25".

18 months & up. Children will delight in all the fun and engaging learning opportunities available with the Sound and Sort Stackers. Multiple senses are engaged while children listen, look, sort, and stack these 18 captivating pieces. Encourage color recognition and fine motor development. A set of activity card(s) is included listing all of the benefits and many hands-on activities.