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Bouncy Bands Sensory Weighted Soft Squeeze Pillow, Blue (BBALPP6BU)
Item #: 901-24635880
SOOTHING SENSORY EXPERIENCE: Even the most fidgety child can be calm and relaxed as the deep pressure gives the feeling of a comforting hug, an embrace that quiets.
CALMING INFLUENCE: Squeeze and hug away stress. Cuddle, rest on lap, stomach or chest as the pillow provides a bodily experience that is felt immediately enabling kids to feel more confident
INCREASE FOCUS: The weighted interior combines with the soft textured cover to offer tactile input which helps increase concentration offering the same weighted therapy as a weighted blanket
hand2mind Sea Animal Dice Poppers (95388)
Item #: 901-24558906
These adorable dice poppers are great replacements for loose dice in activity sets, board games, or worksheet lessons
Recommended for grades from pre-K to 5
Includes: turtle popper with numeral die, starfish popper with dot die, activity guide
MINILAND Towering Wooden Stones, Assorted Colors (MLE94052)
Item #: 901-24587253
It's an open educational toy that invites children to build, to freely create and let their imagination fly.
Develops visual and spatial abilities.
Develops fine and gross motor skills in children.
MINILAND Feel to Learn: Translucent Colorful Lizard, Multicolored (MLE97343)
Item #: 901-24607346
The toy lizard has two pieces can be fitted to each hole in it's body, which creates the mixture of colors
Ages 12-24 months, Grade PK+
It contains 10 translucent pieces (2 of each color)
Teacher Created Resources STEM Starters Set, Hydraulics, Pack of 2 (TCR20881-2)
Item #: 901-24568724
STEM Starters provide students with essential tools to complete hands-on projects
Suggested age: 8+ years
When combined with everyday items, these materials can be used to design and execute a Hydraulics project using creative exploration and the engineering design process.
Insect Lore Big Bunch O' Bugs, 18 Per Set, 3 Sets (ILP4840-3)
Item #: 901-24568798
Little insect lovers will be overwhelmed with this stampede of giant-sized beetles, caterpillars, spiders, ants, flies, praying mantises and more!
Suggested age: 4+ years
Intoduces children to basic entomology and encourages exploration of the natural world
Learn Well Little Looking Shapes Nature, Assorted Colors, 8/Set (YUSL1007)
Item #: 901-24641490
These versatile Little Looking Shapes give children a fresh view of their world
Fit the pieces into the shapes, draw around them, fill them with sand, beads, buttons or squish them into play dough
Dimension: 5-1/2" wide
Melissa & Doug Metal Shopping Cart (4071)
Item #: 901-JV51705
Sturdy metal shopping trolley
Just like Mum!
Smooth-rolling wheels
hand2mind Alphabet Sensory Bubble Popper, Multicolor, 6/Set (95429)
Item #: 901-24558886
Engaging sensory bubble popper helps children master early literacy and fine motor skills
Recommended for grades from pre-K to 3
Offers different rows to sound out words, practice spelling, and practice phonemic awareness
Learning Resources Elephant in the Room Positional Word Activity Set (LER5454)
Item #: 901-24588222
This activity set provides a fun way to learn positional words
Recommended for children ages four and up
Helps learn positional words and develop visual perception
The Pencil Grip Zen Strips, Bumpy Brights, 40/Pack (TPG85640)
Item #: 901-24618937
Discreet Design: Zen Strips offer a compact, lightweight, and non-invasive method to improve focus and self-regulate emotions by providing tactile sensations while fidgeting.
Bumpy Brights: This set includes 40 Zen Strips with a raised, bumpy diamond texture featuring various rainbow designs.
5+ years
Teacher Created Resources 20-Bead Wooden Mini Rekenreks, 4/Pack (TCR20129)
Item #: 901-24635977
Develop Number Sense: Mini wooden Rekenreks are ideal for introducing and reinforcing counting skills and number concepts for young learners.
Age Set: 4+ years
Versatile Math Practice: Supports activities like basic counting, subitizing, addition, subtraction, skip counting, and more.
Learn Well Sight and Sound Drum, Assorted Colors (YUSE0219)
Item #: 901-24641487
This stimulating Sight and Sound Drum features four individual tubes which each enclose a different visually engaging material, as well as featuring a set of clacking wooden spheres
Ideal for helping to develop fine and gross motor skills as well as listening and observation skills.
Dimensions: 10-1/4" x 8-1/2"
Connetix Magnetic Tiles Rainbow Motion Pack, 24 Pieces (CNTR00024MO)
Item #: 901-24654863
PERFECT FOR VEHICLE ENTHUSIASTS ? With endless vehicle design possibilities and two car bases featuring REAL rubber wheels, this pack is perfect for the vehicle enthusiast! Watch imaginations flourish as children build vehicles they know and love, or
something completely new! ...
something completely new! ...
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.
TickiT Wooden Minibeast Blocks, Multicolored, 15/Set (CTU73568)
Item #: 901-24613032
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.
Guidecraft Branch Blocks, 36 Piece Set (GD-6770)
Item #: 901-24386198
Natural tree branch shapes cut into building blocks
Bark texture remains for tactile, sensory exploration
Encourages organic, unscripted play patterns
Key Education Big Box of Easy-to-Read Words Board Game
Item #: 901-821431OSA
Ages 5+
250 self-checking puzzle pieces (approximately 1.5" x 2")
125 photo puzzle pieces (approximately 2" x 2")
Janod Magneti'Books Fairy Tales (JND02588)
Item #: 901-24630115
Dive into the world of fairy tales with this magnetic educational game.
Includes 30 magnets and 10 cards for creating various fairy tale characters.
The goal is to use the magnetic background to place magnets and recreate the characters shown on the cards.
Snapo Jr. Building Blocks Mega Builders Kit, 125 Pieces/Set (SNP32125)
Item #: 901-24635345
Snapo blocks feature our patented snap technology. Snapo blocks connect on all 6 sides, slide vertically and can rotate!
This kit includes 125 pieces: Standard Blocks, Wheels, Propellors, Specialty Blocks (Axels, slopes, etc.)
Snapo blocks provide both physical and auditory feedback when connected. Helps increase child's engagement and play value!
E-Blox Circuit Blox BYO Bubble Making Machine Class Set, 106/Set (EBLCB1542CS)
Item #: 901-24635955
Hands-On STEM Learning: Teaches fundamental electronics concepts by building a working bubble-making circuit.
Age Set: 5+ years
Collaborative Activity: Accommodates four students per set, promoting teamwork and shared learning experiences.
Sound Choice 8" Remo Hand Drum, Pack of 2 (WEPWM8408HD-2)
Item #: 901-24497254
8" Renaissance style hand drum, with a unique graphic and pre-tuned head
High quality instrument produces the same tones as a traditional wooden drum, making them perfect for young players or classroom use
Liven up your drumming with this colorful graphic and great-sounding hand drum
Bouncy Bands Big Sensory Wiggle Seat, Purple (BBAWS33PU)
Item #: 901-24474418
Sensory Chair Cushion
Purple, PVC
Ergonomic disk causes the body to self-stabilize
Sensational Math 4-Value Whole Numbers Place Value Discs, 100/Set, 3 Sets (ELP626636-3)
Item #: 901-24568807
These easy-to-manipulate foam discs are color-coded according to place value allowing students to visually track what happens when regrouping numbers
Suggested age: 6-9 years
The hands-on way to visualize numbers and operations!
Educational Insights Playfoam Sand Ice Cream Sundae Set, 2 Colors Of Playfoam (EI-2231)
Item #: 901-24566985Q
SENSORY LEARNING & FUN: Choose an ice cream order card, then use the scooper to build a matching sundae out of sculptable, moldable Playfoam Sand, complete with matching toppings! Playfoam Sand Ice Cream Sundaes serves up ice-cream parlor pretend pla
y fun with preschool skill development as the cherry on top. ...
y fun with preschool skill development as the cherry on top. ...
PLAY AGAIN AND AGAIN: Non-toxic Playfoam Sand is sensory play squished into sandy-soft fine motor fun you can feel, and it never dries out so the fun—and learning—never ends.
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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.
