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Educational Insights Playfoam Shape & Learn Pete the Cat Grooving Alphabet Set (3550)
Item #: 901-24558940
Squishy and squashy grooving alphabet set enables sensory letter learning
Recommended for children from three to six
Kids shape eight colorful bricks to match the letters shown on 13 double-sided alphabet sculpt-me cards for sensory stimulating and hands-on practice with letter formation
Geomag Magicube Math Building Set, Recycled, 61 Pieces (GMW257)
Item #: 901-24566917
Offer a fun approach to early learning activities
Allow children to gain fluency in basic math skills
Encourage kids to look for solutions using a hands on approach to learning
Sensory Playtivity Scaly Stuff Sensory Discs, 3/Pack (ELP866301)
Item #: 901-24490741
Perfect for soothing a fidgety or frustrated child
Has magnetic backing to adhere the disc to metal surfaces
Develops motor skills
Learning Resources Spike the Fine Motor Hedgehog Puzzle Playmate (LER9103)
Item #: 901-24529394
PLAY and learn with Spike's 2-in-1 shape sorter and puzzle!
SORT and match shape, then explore Spike's pop-in, pop-out quills!
BUILD 5 skills in 1: shapes, colors, numbers, plus preschool fine motor and logic!
Plus-Plus Tube Basic, 240 Pieces (PLL05030)
Item #: 901-24493432
Building Toy/Manipulative
11 x 2 x 2 Inches
Multicolored/Polyethelyne
hand2mind My Feelings Rainbow Fidget Toy, Multicolor (94489)
Item #: 901-24588237
Colorful sensory rainbow fidget toy helps children focus and calm down
Recommended for kids ages three and up
Flow of liquid from the two clouds represents the feelings of happy and sad
Educational Insights Ruby's Gem Quest Soaring Scissor Skills Game (3087)
Item #: 901-24588167
Help Ruby the Dragon collect gems from around the kingdom using the scissor scooper tool in this skills development game
Recommended for children ages three and up
Helps build fine motor, social, and color-matching skills
Learning Resources Geometric Shapes Building Set (LER1776)
Item #: 901-1235201
Age group and grade: Ages 5+ years and grades K+
Dimensions: 2 1/4", 3 1/2", 5 1/4"
Includes 90 sticks in 3 sizes (2 1/4", 3 1/2", 5 1/4"), 32 curves and 48 connectors (approximately 1"Dia.)
Connetix Magnetic Tiles Rainbow Transport Pack, 50 Pieces (CNTR00050TR)
Item #: 901-24654867
STEAM LEARNING THROUGH PLAY - With endless possibilities for vehicle design, the CONNETIX 24 Piece Rainbow Motion Pack promotes open-ended play and grows WITH your child as they learn and develop. Encouraging creativity and imagination, children are
exposed to STEAM learning concepts like motion, magnetism, gravity, color and more, all while they PLAY! ...
exposed to STEAM learning concepts like motion, magnetism, gravity, color and more, all while they PLAY! ...
ENHANCED SAFETY FEATURES ? All tiles are made using non-toxic ABS plastic that is BPA and Phthalate free, ultrasonically sealed and riveted for extra safety. Recommended for and enjoyed by builders ages 3-100.
Bouncyband Thingamajig Sensory Pillow Activity Toy, Multicolor (BBATHING)
Item #: 901-24534940
Super soft fidget tool, which increases focus and reduces anxiety by keeping fingers busy releasing pent up energy; alleviating stress, tension and boredom
Silently helps children from 3-8 improve fine motor skills, problem solving, counting, zipper skills and strengthens hand eye coordination.
Actively engages kids in tactile exploration through their natural fascination with zippers, buttons, snaps and pastel colors as well as their interest in materials and counting numbers
S&S Worldwide Color Me Cube Puzzle, 12/Pack (CF-13580A)
Item #: 901-24011967
Color the cube sections, twist it up, and then try to solve the puzzle! Create your own unique design or make each side of the cube a solid color like the 3D puzzle phenomenon, the Rubik's cube
Pack of 12 cubes
Permanent markers recommended for decorating (sold separately)
Learning Resources Huey The Fine Motor Hippo, Assorted Colors (LER9108)
Item #: 901-24485100
Motor skills toy comes with five colorful birds that introduce toddlers from 18 months to 4 years old to preschool color, number, and shape identification skills
Comes multicolored and made of plastic
Dimensions: 3.94"H x 8.7"W x 6.5"D
Carson Dellosa Calm Down Kit, 10 pieces
Item #: 901-24520791
Perfectly portable tool kit provides year-round support for children who need help identifying and managing emotions
Complete with charts and hands-on tools to help children adjust their feelings anytime, anywhere
Tool kits are perfect for teaching and reinforcing calming skills that can last a lifetime
hand2mind Colors & Shapes Sensory Pad Set, Assorted Colors (94491)
Item #: 901-24588217
This sensory pad provides tactile and visual stimulation
Recommended for kids ages three and up
Focus is on hand-eye coordination, tactile development, visual stimulation, strengthening fine motor skills, and sensory exploration
hand2mind Numberblocks Friends One to Five (95356)
Item #: 901-24558851
Must-have set featuring the core cast of your favorite series
For grades from pre-K to 3
Package includes: five figures of Numberblocks characters from One to Five
Sensory Playtivity Hidden Stuff Sensory Discs, 3/Pack (ELP866305)
Item #: 901-24490616
Perfect for soothing a fidgety or frustrated child
Captivating, soothing tactile and visual sensory experiences for early learners
Develops motor skills
Headu Writing Lab Montessori, Multicolor (HDUEN26968)
Item #: 901-24550499
Learn to read and write in three ways
Recognize the alphabet
Expand your vocabulary using the word-puzzles
hand2mind Changing Seasons Sensory Tubes, Assorted Colors, 4/Set (95385)
Item #: 901-24567672
Sensory tubes captivate children with a calming, engaging experience that introduces them to seasons
Recommended for ages three and up
Featuring four different seasons, the tubes teach children that weather conditions follow patterns and change over time
Learning Resources Hoot the Fine Motor Owl, Assorted Colors, 6 Pieces/Set (LER 9045)
Item #: 901-24414315
This Hoot the Fine Motor Owl interactive play set is a wise addition to the collection of fine motor toys for toddlers (1.5-4 years)
Parts of set come in assorted colors and are made from durable plastic
Owl Dimensions: 7"H x 7.5"L
Educational Insights MathMagnets GO! Counting Set (1627)
Item #: 901-24558933
This sturdy and portable counting set helps little learners build key early math skills all on their own
Recommended for children from three to six
Manipulating the cards and magnets builds hand strength, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination
TickiT Wooden Sea Life Blocks, Multicolored, 15 Pieces/Set (CTU73566)
Item #: 901-24613012
INSPIRE IMAGINATION -- Stack, build small worlds, and role play with these blocks. They can lay flat or stand upright!
Grade VPK
FOSTER DESCRIPTIVE LANGUAGE -- Learn about marine life from around the world. Use these realistic images to compare and describe the animals.
Educational Insights Teachable Touchables Sensory Squares (3049)
Item #: 901-JV42633
Age group and grade: Ages 3 - 5 and grades pre-kindergarten+
Usage ideas: Includes a tip sheet packed with fun activities that touch on matching, vocabulary, communication, and tactile discrimination skills
Includes activity guide and drawstring bag that holds all components
Junior Learning® Giant Rainbow Phonics, 84 Pieces (JRL607)
Item #: 901-24521784
Contains 84 pieces including: 35 consonants, 10 vowels, 11 digraphs, 12 vowels, 6 r-controlled vowels, 5 changeable vowels and 5 magic e vowels.
Each type of letter is color-coded to facilitate word construction. Consonants in blue, vowels in red, digraphs in yellow, vowels in green, changeable vowel in brown, R-controlled vowels in purple and magic e vowels in orange.
Giant rainbow phonics are ideal for teaching children progressively about different letters and sounds.
Learning Resources Primary Alt Color Science Lab Set (LER2784-P)
Item #: 901-24558942
Kids discover observation, experimentation, and other essential STEM principles with this 22-piece science kit for kids
Recommended for kids ages three and up
10 step-by-step kids' science experiments that use common household ingredients to mix colors, make a homemade volcano, and more
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What are STEM and STEAM learning toys?
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and STEAM (adds Art) learning toys are designed to spark curiosity and encourage hands-on exploration. These tools help students connect real-world concepts to classroom learning through play. Examples include math manipulatives, science lab kits, building sets, and beginner coding toys—all designed to build foundational skills while keeping kids engaged.
Why are STEM/STEAM toys important in the classrooms?
STEM and STEAM toys promote critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. These learning tools go beyond memorization—helping students build problem-solving skills, develop perseverance, and learn how to work as a team. Whether it’s figuring out how to balance a structure or writing basic code, these toys prepare students to think, test, and try again.
What are math manipulatives and what are the benefits?
Math manipulatives are physical learning tools—like counters, dice, base ten blocks, or geometric shapes—that help students visualize math concepts. They’re especially useful for younger learners and kinesthetic learners. Manipulative play supports motor skills, sequencing, pattern recognition, and problem-solving. Students also build confidence by experimenting and finding solutions through hands-on discovery.
