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NEW RELEASES ...... 3–5 PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES Classroom Environments...... 6–9 Classroom Management ...... 10–11 Supporting Families ...... 12 DLL/ELL/Diversity ...... 13–14 Special Needs and Inclusion ...... 15–17 At Gryphon House, we believe that early care and education Health and Safety ...... 18–20 are vital to the heartbeat of our nation. Now, more than ever, Program Administration...... 21–23 as we reimagine our work and discover new ways to deliver Mentoring & Coaching ...... 24–25 safe, reliable care and high-quality learning environments for Lesson Planning...... 26–34 young learners, we salute your creativity and dedication to serving the children and families. CONTENT AREAS STEAM...... 35–36 The need for young children to engage in open-ended Science ...... 37–41 play that is rich with experiences to pique curiosity and Technology...... 42 wonder remains unchanged. What has changed is the world in which children are growing up. While much is still Block Play ...... 43–44 unknown, we’re not starting from scratch as we navigate Math...... 45–47 these unprecedented circumstances. We know that safe, Literacy ...... 48–52 consistent, predictable, and nurturing environments promote Art ...... 53–57 healing. We know that partnering with families promotes Music ...... 58–61 healing. We know that building bonds—between teacher and Outdoor Learning...... 62–64 child, child and parent, friend and friend—promotes healing. Movement & Play ...... 65–70 And we know that adult wellness promotes healing. You will ƒPFVJGUGũGXGTITGGPŪDGUVRTCEVKEGUUWRRQTVGFD[VJGNCVGUV CHILD DEVELOPMENT research, echoed throughout our publications.

Social/Emotional ...... 71–76 As we move forward together, we invite you to help us Cognitive...... 77–79 continue to connect theory and best practice for caregivers Infant/Toddler ...... 80–83 at all levels of experience. We welcome your suggestions for quality resources and your insights into the future of FEATURED COLLECTIONS high-quality care and early education. Feel free to send your For Parents ...... 84–86 feedback to [email protected]. We are honored to enrich the lives of young children with you! 4WIJW+TWR ...... 87–88 .SIJ] ...... 87–90 Sincerely, 5WTKJXXNTSFQ1JFWSNSL ...... 91 Jennifer Lewis

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How Can I Help? Lose the Lecture A Teacher’s Guide to Early Childhood Behavioral Health Engaging Approaches to Early Childhood Professional Learning Ginger Welch, PhD Teresa A. Byington, PhD Item # 15960 | US $19.95 | PB, 7 x 10, 136 pp. | ebook Item # e15960 Item # 15954 | US $29.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 224 pp. | ebook Item # e15954

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Provoking Curiosity Build Your Dream Team Student-Led STEAM Learning for Pre-K to Third Grade How to Recruit, Train, and Retain Early Childhood Staff Angela Eckhoff, PhD Thomasa Bond, EdD Item # 15968 | US $29.95 | PB, 7 x 10, 88 pp. | ebook Item # e15968 Item # 15964 | US $21.95 | PB, 7 x 10, 128 pp. | ebook Item # e15964 5 CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENTS

Sample interior image Enhance learning with intentional and child-centered classroom design. Room to Learn presents the Assessing the Pillars of the Physical Environment for Academic Learning Transform ordinary classrooms into creative, beautiful learning spaces. Inspiring Spaces (APPEAL) environmental rating scale, a valid and reliable for Young Children invites teachers to enhance children’s educational environment in tool developed to show you how to get the most out of your a beautiful way by emphasizing aesthetic qualities that are often overlooked in early classroom environment. childhood classrooms, such as nature, color, furnishings, textures, displays, lighting, and Room to Learn focal points. Elementary Classrooms Designed for Interactive Explorations Inspiring Spaces for Young Children Pam Evanshen, EdD | Janet Faulk, EdD Jessica DeViney, Sandra Duncan, Sara Harris, Mary Ann Rody, and Lois Rosenberry Item # 15951 | US $39.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 176 pp. Item # 10722 | US $34.95 | PB, 11 x 8.5, 240 pp. ebook Item # e15951 eBook Item # e10722

A companion book to Inspiring Spaces for Capturing the essence of the book, this set of Young Children, this rating scale shows ten blank note cards includes two cards each educators how to look through an aesthetic of five images (plus envelopes) packaged in lens to determine a classroom’s level of a contemporary, envelope-style box. aesthetic beauty. +'JSOFRNS+WFSPQNS&\FWI+NSFQNXY Rating Observation Scale Inspiring Spaces Note Cards for Inspiring Environments Jessica DeViney, Sandra Duncan, Jessica DeViney, Sandra Duncan, Sara Harris, Sara Harris, Mary Ann Rody, Mary Ann Rody, and Lois Rosenberry Lois Rosenberry Item # 10853 | US $19.95 Item # 10021 | US $9.95 PB, 11 x 8.5, 48 pp. 10 Cards, 4 x 5 eBook Item # e10853

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Colorful photos show what teachers can do to encourage a sense of community unique to each classroom. Educators and administrators will rethink the traditional classroom with inspirational examples showing how to weave elements that reflect each center’s community into the classroom design. Easy-to-implement ideas and strategies are based on five guideposts, past and present, geography, typography, flora, and fauna, that help educators create early childhood environments that vividly connect children, adults, and the surrounding community. Rethinking the Classroom Landscape Creating Environments That Connect Young Children, Families, and Communities Sandra Duncan, Jody Martin, and Rebecca Kreth Item # 15525 | US $34.95 PB, 9 x 9, 264 pp. eBook Item # e15525

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Written in simple, down-to-earth language. 7UKPIũDGHQTGŪCPFũCHVGTŪRJQVQUQHTGCNGCTN[ BEFORE childhood classrooms, this book shows early childhood teachers step-by-step how small changes can transform their classrooms into wondrous environments for young children to learn and grow. +'JSOFRNS+WFSPQNS&\FWI+NSFQNXY Real Classroom Makeovers Practical Ideas for Early Childhood Classrooms Rebecca Isbell and Pamela Evanshen AFTER Item # 10509 | US $26.95 PB, 11 x 8.5, 160 pp. eBook Item # e10509

3 years & up. Each tray comes with a lid and is made from eco-friendly, sustainable eucalyptus wood. Outdoor Sand Trays (Set of 4) Item # 40768 | US $259.95

Classroom design is a crucial component of an effective learning environment. Through a Child’s Eyes brings a new approach to classroom design that begins and ends with the child’s viewpoint. Each chapter details how the classroom environment influences children’s learning, and the authors provide specific examples of how educators can use the children’s perspective to make their classrooms a place of joy and possibility. Through a Child's Eyes 3 years & up. Made from super durable, leakage-proof material and filled with non- -T\(QFXXWTTR)JXNLS.SXUNWJX1JFWSNSLFSI࣢

3 years & up. Natural and unscripted play patterns emerge when Branch Blocks are provided for building and dramatic play inspiration. The intact textured bark on each building piece adds sensory exploration mirroring the organic benefits of outdoor play. 36 wood pieces included. Branch Blocks (Set of 36) Item # 41115 | US $49.95

Set of 3 handwoven, round nesting baskets blend in nicely with your classroom furniture. They are useful for storing manipulatives and small items. Each basket measures 3" deep. 8", 10" and 12" in diameter. Woven plastic wicker. Contents not included. Round Wicker Baskets (Set of 3) Item # 40727 | US $27.95

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This book provides inspiration This follow-up to the wildly With the help of over 400 full- With full-color and information about the ways popular Loose Parts: Inspiring color photos, this book guides photographs, this book is everyday materials can support Play in Young Children brings readers to use their environment organized around the life skills open-ended learning, enhance the fun of found objects to to promote a sense of wonder, children need for success in the play, and empower children. infants and toddlers. curiosity, and joy and to allow future: engagement, leadership, +9NQQ^\NL9T^'WFNS(MNQI&\FWI +9NQQ^\NL9T^'WFNS(MNQI&\FWI children to explore their identity. innovative thinking, and Loose Parts Loose Parts 2 Loose Parts 3 creativity. Inspiring Play in Young Children Inspiring Play with Infants and Inspiring Culturally Loose Parts 4 Lisa Daly and Miriam Beloglovsky Toddlers Sustainable Environments Inspiring 21st Century Learning Redleaf Press Lisa Daly and Miriam Beloglovsky Lisa Daly and Miriam Beloglovsky Lisa Daly and Miriam Beloglovsky Item # 30234 | US $32.95 Redleaf Press Redleaf Press Redleaf Press PB, 8.5 x 11, 232 pp. Item # 30235 | US $32.95 Item # 30351 | US $32.95 Item # 30358 | US $32.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 272 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 280 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 312 pp.

3 years & up. Inspire and be inspired with this set of 144 unique, soft-formed loose parts. The law of gravity will test a child's patience, concentration and problem-solving skills while she creates imaginative structures. The set includes loose parts that represent water, trees, bricks, wood, steel, stones, balls, and people. The idea guide is full of images that will help URCTMKOCIKPCVKQPUCPFKPURKTGPGYǾETGCVKQPU Resources: Earth's Elements at Play Item # 41117 | US $54.95

The Naturals Loose Parts Kits feature curated natural materials that enhance early learning and help you bring the outdoors inside! Each kit contains different 2 years & up. These versatile hardwood-framed stacking blocks have elements, ranging from botanicals, wood and shells to leaves, pinecones, and six blocks in gradient sizes. Each block has a different magnification acorns to branches, drift wood, and roots. for limitless science exploration. Perfect for outside discovery and Naturals Loose Parts Kits DNQEMǾRNC[ Naturals Starter Pack (shown) | Item # 41053 | US $61.95 Natural Botanicals Pack | Item # 41057 | US $74.95 2FLSNܪHFYNTS8YFHPNSL'QTHPX Natural Wood Treasures Pack | Item # 41058 | US $74.95 Item # 40990 | US $39.95 8 www.gryphonhouse.com 800.638.0928 CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENTS

Rethink Your K-3 Environments

This acclaimed book provides the framework and the practical strategies primary teachers need to build great classrooms where teaching and learning are a shared responsibility. Building the Primary Classroom puts the best elements of classroom management and curriculum content together in once concise volume. Building the Primary Classroom &(TRUQJYJ,ZNIJYT9JFHMNSLFSI࣢1JFWSNSL Toni S. Bickart, Judy R. Jablon, and Diane Trister Dodge Teaching Strategies | Item # 27813 | US $49.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 462 pp.

3 years–adult. The 15" K-Motion Stool offers a unique and functional option for children and adults who need movement to focus. The sturdy, padded base prevents slipping. Offering K-Motion Stools as an alternative seating option can help channel children's physical energy while reducing attention concerns in the classroom. Weight limit 250 lbs. K’Motion Stool Item # 40954 | US $108.95

Reinvent Infant & Toddler Spaces

This book includes ideas for planning, using, and evaluating learning spaces that will captivate infants and toddlers and encourage the developmental process. Information for each learning space is complete with thorough illustrations, letters to parents, literacy connections, and vocabulary lists. Learning objectives and assessments help determine the impact of each learning space on the children's development. +&XXTHNFYNTSTK*IZHFYNTSFQ5ZGQNXMJWX)NXYNSLZNXMJI&HMNJ[JRJSY&\FWI+NSFQNXY The Complete Learning Spaces Book for Infants and Toddlers Rebecca Isbell and Christy Isbell Item # 16917 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 336 pp. eBook Item # e16917

3 years & up. Enhance your natural classroom play space with the addition of this set of four realistic tree stumps. Features a solid foam center and a zip off cover. Tree stumps measure 8"H x 11 1/2" in diameter. Soft Woodland Tree Stump (Set of 4) Item # 41118 | US $276.95

Refresh Your Learning Centers

Over 200 easy-to-plan learning center activities for language and literacy, science, art and more. Squish, Sort, Paint & Build Over 200 Easy Learning Center Activities Sharon MacDonald Item # 16395 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 272 pp.

This edition features a CD-ROM that includes letters to family members, graphics and icons for each center, and observation and assessment tools. The Complete Learning Center Book, Revised An Illustrated Guide for 40 Different Early Childhood Learning Centers Rebecca Isbell Item # 13365 | US $39.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 455 pp.

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Push Past It! brings a raw, real, and at times Research has shown that preschool expulsion When Nothing Else Works explains why funny approach to handling challenging is not only harmful to young children, but also certain strategies are successful and others behaviors and understanding why most that young boys of color are more likely to be are not. From aromatherapy to affirmations, behavior-management strategies don't suspended or expelled than other children. this book is filled with creative strategies work. Author Angela Searcy shares real- Effective Discipline Policies is a research- and techniques to address and adjust world examples, proven solutions, and backed approach that helps administrators problematic behavior in the classroom new approaches to overcoming classroom create a nurturing learning community that while also promoting resilience and active disruptions using her PUSH PAST IT approach. teaches young children how to cooperate, engagement in learning. Push Past It! listen, share, and interact positively with their When Nothing Else Works A Positive Approach to Challenging peers and with adults. What Early Childhood Professionals Can Do Classroom Behaviors +&HFIJRNH X(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI YT࣢7JIZHJ(MFQQJSLNSL'JMF[NTWX Angela Searcy, EdD Effective Discipline Policies William DeMeo, PhD Item # 15953 | US $24.95 Item # 10049 | US $29.95 How to Create a System that Supports Young PB, 8.5 x 11, 176 (est) pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 256 pp. Children’s Social-Emotional Competence eBook Item # e15953 eBook Item # e10049 Sascha Longstreth, PhD, and Sarah Garrity, EdD Item # 10543 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 160 (est) pp. eBook Item # e10543

Create a climate of mutual respect in the classroom. The Anti-Bullying and Teasing Book uses activities, the classroom environment, and family involvement to develop empathy in children. +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ9JFHMJWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI The Anti-Bullying and Teasing Book for Preschool Classrooms Also available Barbara Sprung and Merle Froschl with Dr. Blythe Hinitz in Spanish Item # 13546 | US $16.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. as an eBook eBook Item # e13546 Spanish eBook Item # e10321

An essential resource that all teachers A down-to-earth, story-oriented will appreciate! Preschool Classroom approach to discipline. Dramatic Management offers solutions and stories portray real-life issues suggestions to help teachers tackle and conflicts often encountered behavior issues in the classroom. by parents and teachers of young +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ children. 9JFHMJWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI Common Sense Discipline Preschool Classroom Building Self-Esteem in Young Management Children: Stories from Life 150 Teacher-Tested Techniques Dr. Grace Mitchell and Lois Dewsnap Sharon Ann Lynch and Laverne Warner Telshare Publishing Item # 15524 | US $24.95 Item # 13491 | US $14.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 224 pp. PB, 7 x 10, 222 pp. eBook Item # e15524

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Strategies for Nurturing Boys

This book dispels the myths This book provides facts and strategies about underachievement, to transform your classroom into a challenges stereotypical views boy-friendly environment. It addresses of gender, and recognizes the the unique needs of African-American unique strengths and abilities of and Hispanic or Latino boys and offers young boys. guidance for encouraging family The Cleverness of Boys engagement and parent participation. Understanding What Boys Do Well Wired to Move and Helping Them to Succeed Facts and Strategies for Nurturing Boys Sally Featherstone and Ros Bayley in an Early Childhood Setting A & C Black Ruth Hanford Morhard for Starting Point Item # 20353 | US $29.95 for Child Care and Early Education PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. Item # 10035 | US $19.95 PB, 7 x 10, 168 pp. eBook Item # e10035

Beginning with reflection on the teacher’s goals, values, feelings, strengths, and weaknesses, this book guides readers through adapting, adjusting, and planning for developmentally appropriate expectations, classroom organization, and communication YKVJǾHCOKNKGU +9JFHMJWX (MTNHJ&\FWIXKTW5WTKJXXNTSFQ)J[JQTURJSY The Insightful Teacher 7JܫJHYN[J8YWFYJLNJXYT8MFUJ>TZW*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI(QFXXWTTR Nancy Bruski Item # 10038 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 144 pp. eBook # e10038 A B Give young children the social and emotional tools needed to grow and thrive on their own. Beyond Behavior Management, Second Edition The Six Life Skills Children Need Jenna Bilmes Redleaf Press C Item # 30073 | US $39.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 336 pp.

A. All ages. Fifty yoga poses in this Find more titles in these series on our website. colorful deck that include forward bends, back bends, partner poses, and Words Are Not Cool Down and balance poses. Includes 50 cards and for Hurting/Las Work Through a leaflet. palabras no son Anger/Cálmate y Yoga Pretzels: 50 Fun Yoga para lastimar supera la ira Activities for Kids & Grownups Bilingual Edition Bilingual Edition (Card Deck) Elizabeth Verdick Cheri J. Meiners, MEd Item # 40041 | US $15.95 Free Spirit Free Spirit Publishing Publishing Item # 30098 Item # 30119 B. 3–12 years. This card deck includes 40 US $8.99 US $12.45 easy-to-follow poses including partner poses, BB, 7 x 7, 24 pp. BB, 9 x 9, 48 pp. confidence-building pose mantras, and fun games to play together (includes 15 bonus games). Poses are rated from 1 to 5 stars Hands Are Not Share and Take based on difficulty. for Hitting/Las Turns/Comparte manos no son y turna Kids Yoga Challenge Pose Cards para pegar Bilingual Edition Item # 41116 | US $13.95 Bilingual Edition Cheri J. Meiners, MEd Martine Agassi, PhD Free Spirit C. The waffle texture offers comfortable grip, Publishing Free Spirit and the durable cushioning easily wipes clean. Publishing Item # 30122 Item # 30097 US $12.45 3mm. Made from food-grade, nontoxic, eco- US $8.99 BB, 9 x 9, 48 pp. friendly materials. 24" x 48". Green. BB, 7 x 7, 24 pp. Yoga Mat Item # 40040 | US $24.95

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Take a fresh approach to community service and giving back. This book offers practical ideas for creating a The difference between Teaching young children to be socially conscious, community welcoming atmosphere for families that will loving school or hating oriented, and eager to volunteer seems like a daunting task, encourage them to participate in their children’s school can be as simple especially for busy families with children of varying ages. Simple learning community. as making sure each Acts brings busy parents practical, easy-to-do ideas to involve the The Welcoming Classroom child is in the right grade. whole family in volunteering and helping others in the community. Building Strong Home-to-School Determining when a Simple Acts Connections for Early Learning child should start school The Busy Family's Guide to Giving Back Johnna Darragh Ernst, PhD is one of the most Natalie Silverstein, MPH Item # 10124 | US $16.95 important decisions Item # 15952 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 148 pp. parents will ever make eBook Item # e10124 PB, 7 x 10, 144 (est) pp. about their child. eBook Item # e15952 Is Your Child Ready With easy-to-share parent letters and simple, fun activities Offering a complete plan for every family meeting, KTW࣢8HMTTQ$ for families to do together at home, Kick-Start Kindergarten Partnering With Parents takes the worry out of Finding The Best Grade Readiness is the perfect tool for early childhood teachers to family-teacher communication, with meeting plans Placement Judith Davis Kuhn involve families in understanding and supporting the rich learning for all curriculum areas, helpful tips and strategies, Lavergne Designs taking place in your preschool classroom. and easy ways to make the connection between home and school. Item # 27819 | US $15.00 +(WJFYN[J(MNQI&\FWI'TTPTK9MJ>JFW PB, 6 x 8, 60 pp. Kick-Start Kindergarten Readiness Partnering With Parents Alison Pepper Easy Programs to Involve Parents in the Early Learning Process Item # 15927 | US $16.95 Bob Rockwell and Janet Rockwell Kniepkamp PB, 8.5 x 11, 120 pp. eBook Item # e15927 Item # 15374 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 320 pp. eBook Item # e15374 GET the KIT! SchoolSchool Readiness Transition KiKitt 12 months & up. With over 2,000 possible combinations, you Item # 40083 | $29.95 can make a unique character by using one block for each the head, body, and legs. Up to eight combinations can be made at one time with the magnetic blocks. Twenty-five big cards are included to play five games. MyFamilyBuilders™ Item # 40661 | US $74.95

This set of 52 cards will provide classrooms with a year Help children refine skills and prepare for school with this of interactive STEM family- interactive transition kit! The materials, combined with the bilingual engagement activities. Cards activity calendar, provide children with opportunities to enhance measure 5" x 5" and store in a their understanding of beginning language and literacy, math, motor sturdy plastic container. skills, and social problem solving. 52 STEM Family *SLFLJRJSY࣢.IJFX Item # 40774 | US $15.95

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Grounded in research, this book is strengthened by the author’s personal experience as a student learning English. Connecting with dual language learners (DLLs) is a growing reality among early childhood educators, who need to learn practical, proven strategies to reach these students. Connecting Right from the Start helps teachers understand the culturally and linguistically diverse children in their classroom, as well as those YKVJǾFKUCDKNKVKGU +&HFIJRNH X(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI Connecting Right from the Start Fostering Effective Communication with Dual Language Learners Jennifer J. Chen, EdD Item # 10052 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 144 pp. eBook Item # e10052 Potty training for kids takes patience and practice, and this charming, straightforward book helps pave the way. Young children learn in both English and Spanish how to use the potty and why it’s time to do so, while gaining the courage and confidence to face this important milestone in their lives. Diapers Are Not Forever/ Los panales no son para siempre With Spanish and English on each page, this collection of Bilingual Edition over 450 rhymes, songs, stories, and fingerplays provides Martine Agassi, PhD the opportunity for building vocabulary and exploring Free Spirit Publishing the sounds of language-important skills for beginning Item # 30124 | US $8.99 readers! Organized by theme for easy use, these BB, 7 x 7, 24 pp. selections provide a springboard for teaching a second language and for working in a bilingual classroom. The Bilingual Book of Rhymes, Songs, Stories, FSI࣢+NSLJWUQF^X Pam Schiller, Rafael Lara-Alecio, and Beverly J. Irby Item # 12874 | US $29.95 FREE PB, 8.5 x 11, 384 pp. ACTIVITIES Our extensive resource library has you covered. gryphonhouse.com/ activities

Helping prepare caregivers for Organized by interest areas the diverse reality they encounter and times of the day, you’ll find in their work, this book outlines everything you need to help English adaptable strategies that caregivers language learners. From using lists of children younger than the age of key words and visual aids to of three need to feel confident that using body language and gestures, they know how language develops, the strategies you will find in this how cultural differences can book are adaptable and easy to put come into play, and how to assess into practice. Designed to fit any an individual child’s situation to preschool curriculum, this book provide appropriate support. addresses state standards and Many Languages, benchmarks of standard quality Building Connections programming. Supporting Infants and Toddlers Many Languages, Who Are Dual Language Learners One Classroom Karen N. Nemeth Teaching Dual and Item # 10004 | US $16.95 English Language Learners PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. Karen N. Nemeth eBook Item # e10004 Resources for Resources for Item # 14399 | US $12.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 96 pp. Birth to Age 3 Ages 3–6 eBook Item # e14399

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Helping Hands Helping with real tasks is a natural progression from pretend play and is a crucial stage in a child’s development. Simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.

2 - 6 years. Emotiblocks is an entertaining game to help children become familiar with their emotions. Using characters with interchangeable pieces, Find more titles this enables them to create likeable characters. They can build over 100 in this series on possible combinations. Also includes activity cards that invite children to our website. describe what they see on them and build a similar character. Large pieces are easy for small hands to grasp. Emotiblocks Item # 40927 $20.95 Which plants shall we grow? Where Who’s home for dinner? What shall should we plant them? And how do we cook? What do we need to buy? we care for them? And don’t forget the washing-up! 101 simple trivia cards test kids’ Grow It! / ¡A sembrar! Cook It! / ¡A cocinar! knowledge about the world, spark their A Helping Hands Book– A Helping Hands Book– natural curiosity, and promote critical Bilingual Edition Bilingual Edition thinking. Questions include answers. Illustrated by Georgie Birkett Illustrated by Georgie Birkett English and Spanish. Child’s Play Child’s Play Trivia for Tots Item # 27148 | US $4.99 Item # 27147 | US $4.99 PB, 8 x 8, 24 pp. PB, 8 x 8, 24 pp. Questions and Answers to Encourage Creativity Free Spirit Publishing | Item # 30104 | US $9.99 101 cards, 3” recyclable plastic screwtop jar OBSERVATION & ASSESSMENT

Introducing a method to help early This book will take childhood childhood teachers improve the practitioners through the step-by-step responsiveness of their teaching, the process of observing children in child- ten-step process lets teachers begin initiated play environments. It explains to work with the portfolio assessment the terminology involved, shows process at a comfortable pace. practitioners how to turn observation +'JSOFRNS+WFSPQNS&\FWI into assessment and sets out how to The Portfolio Book manage and interpret all the information A Step-by-Step Guide for Teachers they have gathered. Elizabeth F. Shores and Cathy Grace Catching Them at It! Item # 15468 | US $19.95 Assessment in the Early Years PB, 8.5 x 11, 192 pp. Sally Featherstone eBook Item # e15468 A & C Black Item # 20354 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp.

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These proven, practical early childhood A straightforward, easy-to-understand teaching strategies help teachers identify guide to working with children who have young gifted children, differentiate autism, each chapter of this book offers curriculum, assess and document specific strategies for teachers to use, students’ development, and build including setting up a proactive preschool partnerships with parents. Individual environment, helping children learn life Showcasing the diverse capabilities of chapters focus on early identification, skills, managing behavior, helping children students with ASD and preparing early curriculum compacting, social studies, communicate, encouraging children to childhood educators to work effectively language arts, math and science, cluster play, helping them to get along with others, with students ages 3-5 with pervasive developmental grouping, social-emotional development, and working with families. disorders (PDD), the descriptive examples and and finding and supporting giftedness in +2TRѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI interactive activities guide teachers to understand diverse populations. +N5FWJSYNSL2JINF&\FWI how these disorders affect student progress and how Teaching Gifted Children Teaching Young Children with educators can tap into student potential. in Today’s Preschool and Autism Spectrum Disorder +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ9JFHMJWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI Primary Classrooms Clarissa Willis, PhD KTW5WJXHMTTQ Joan Franklin Smutny, MA, Sally Yahnke Walker, Item # 10304 | US $24.95 Practical Strategies for Supporting Young PhD, and Ellen I. Honeck, PhD PB, 8.5 x 11, 224 pp. Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder Free Spirit Publishing eBook Item # e10304 Item # 30209 | US $39.99 Tricia Shelton, EdD, Mary Renck Jalongo, PhD PB, 8.5 x 11, 240 pp. Item # 10064 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 176 pp. eBook Item # e10064

Grades K & up. Ease reading, speech, comprehension, and pronunciation challenges with the Toobaloo. Created by a teacher, the Toobaloo is an educational tool designed to provide auditory feedback that helps children learn to read, increases fluency and comprehension, and meets special needs. By Birth & up. These adorable plush animals are ready to give lots of soft, snuggly hugs. speaking into the Toobaloo, children hear themselves (auditory Just spread their arms open wide, give the chest a little squeeze, and watch the arms feedback) and can make adjustments to fluency, pronunciation instantly snap around to give you a hug. Animals can hug around your wrist, backpack, and even increase comprehension. Colors may vary. and so much more. Size: 8". Toobaloo Huggers Plush Sloth, Wolf, and Panda Item # 40084 | US $5.95 Item # 41030 | US $26.95

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Pre-K & up. The perfect tool for building fine-motor skills. The textured tangle is also a useful aid for redirecting behaviors or relieving stress with its rubberized surface. Tangle Therapy Item # 40849 | US $12.95

2 years & up. Encourage sensory exploration by combining blocks to form new colors and sounds, or stack the blocks in a different order each time to form new and exciting shapes. Smooth hard- Identify children who have difficulties with sensory processing, and get wood frames with plexi windows. simple, easy-to-use solutions to support the sensory needs of young Sized to standard unit-block children in the preschool classroom. Solutions include adaptations measurements. and activities for children with different types of sensory processing disorder. This book has a bonus chapter with instructions for creating Sensory Rainbow Blocks® - low-cost items to help children with sensory issues. ࣢5NJHJ8JY +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI Item # 41250 | US $89.95 Sensory Integration A Guide for Preschool Teachers Christy Isbell and Rebecca Isbell Item # 16561 | US $19.95 3 years & up. Set of three large PB, 8.5 x 11, 144 pp. cylinders containing gold, silver, and eBook Item # e16561 blue glitter in clear liquid. Turn them View more titles over to observe the sensory glitter and products for special needs storm. Measures 5.5" x 2" each. and inclusion online! Sensory Glitter Storm Set gryphonhouse.com/books/ (Set of 3) category/special-needs- Item # 41082 | US $36.95 and-inclusion

This practical guide is essential reading for families of infants and toddlers with, or at risk for, developmental delays or disabilities and the early intervention professionals who partner with those families. Showing what early intervention looks like when it is based on current research, policies, and best practices, this book focuses on how families and professionals can collaborate effectively so that young children learn, grow, and thrive. The Early Intervention Guidebook 18 months & up. Inspire creativity in children with this set of very simple triangle for Families and Professionals shaped blocks. The colorful blocks with a soft and velvety texture are easy for the Partnering for Success smallest child to hold. The simple design and open-ended play teaches spatial Bonnie Keilty and cognitive development through imaginative play. Teachers College Press | Item # 24936 | US $26.95 ™ PB, 8.5 x 11, 216 pp. Rubbablox Just Triangles (Set of 32) Item # 40087 | US $49.95

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Teachers can meet the needs Look at classroom design in a new and interests of all the children in way. Suggesting different ways their classrooms with a balance of of approaching activities to help child-initiated and teacher-directed children with special needs become activities. This is the perfect book successful, each chapter focuses on for teachers who have typically either a learning center or a time of Features the latest researchhd to equip educators and d caregivers with h developing young children as well as the day, with attention to a wide range the tools and resources to teach young learners how to effectively children with special needs in their of special needs. communicate. Sign language can help them express themselves classrooms. The Inclusive Early effectively to adults and peers—without the emotional outbursts caused Themes for Childhood Classroom by frustration! Inclusive Classrooms Easy Ways to Adapt Learning Simple Signing with Young Children Lesson Plans for Every Learner Centers for All Children A Guide for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Teachers, rev. ed. Laverne Warner, Sharon Lynch, Patti Gould and Joyce Sullivan Carol Garboden Murray Diana Kay Nabors, and Item # 19652 | US $26.95 Item # 15950 | US $29.95 Cynthia G. Simpson PB, 8.5 x 11, 208 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 208 pp. Item # 18003 | US $29.95 eBook Item # e19652 PB, 8.5 x 11, 372 pp. eBook Item # e15950 eBook Item # e18003

2 years & up. This 10-piece set features impressed numbers, counting dots, and American Sign Language illustrations that help children learn numbers in various ways. ASL Numbers 1-10 Item # 40688 | US $22.95

Support the youngest learners with A great grab-and-use book for special needs. This book specifically preschool teachers! This rich addresses the needs of children collection of 100 literacy lessons for with developmental delays, as well children ages 3–6 introduces literacy as children at risk for developing concepts and builds skills. URGEKCNǾPGGFU +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X Teaching Infants, Toddlers, )NWJHYTWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI and Twos with Special Needs Inclusive Literacy Lessons Clarissa Willis for Early Childhood 2 years & up. Compare, explore, investigate, sort and match eight Item # 15089 | US $19.95 Pam Schiller and Clarissa Willis different familiar farm animals by their footprints. Each stone shows a PB, 8.5 x 11, 160 pp. Item # 10357 | US $24.95 raised footprint on one side, and the animal’s image on the other. eBook Item # e15089 PB, 8.5 x 11, 304 pp. ™ eBook Item # e10357 Farmyard Footprints (Set of 8) Item # 40167 | US $25.95

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Caregivers and parents can encourage Caregivers and parents can model new You can help preschoolers understand the infants’ muscle development, strength, and movements and skills and lay the foundation for best ways to be physically active by providing balance with simple activities done with toddlers to enjoy physical activity as they grow. instruction in physical skills, motivating them infants as young as six weeks old. +2TRѣX(MTNHJ,TQI&\FWI to develop strength and fluid movements, +2TRѣX(MTNHJ,TQI&\FWI Encouraging Physical Activity and challenging them to improve their skill Encouraging Physical Activity in Toddlers levels. in Infants Steve Sanders, EdD +2TRѣX(MTNHJ,TQI&\FWI Steve Sanders, EdD Item # 10056 | US $19.95 Encouraging Physical Activity Item # 10057 | US $19.95 PB, 6 x 9, 144 pp. in Preschoolers eBook Item # e10056 PB, 6 x 9, 96 pp. Steve Sanders, EdD eBook Item # e10057 Item # 10055 | US $19.95 PB, 6 x 9, 192 pp. eBook Item # e10055

18 months & up. This inflatable bouncy unicorn features soft grippable ears and horns for children to hold as they bounce around. Hoppers® are made from high-quality, brightly colored, BPA- and phthalate-free plastic for safe and fun play indoors and outdoors. Included: Unicorn Fantasy Hopper and Pump. Fantasy Hoppers®.SܫFYFGQJ'TZSHNSL:SNHTWS Item # 41040 | US $32.95

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6 months—4 years. This bright red ball has five smaller balls that fit snugly into the holes around its surface. Each ball has a different 6 months & uup. These crazy texture to provide a unique littlelittle balls wiwiggle and giggle and tactile experience. Play with squeaksqueak whwhenever they move them together, or separate them around.around Patterns and colors for multi-child play. Large ball vary.vary. Diameter is 4 1/2". measures 6 1/2" D. Small balls MiniMi Wiggly Giggly Balls each measure 2 1/2" D. ((Set of 3) Ballyhoo Ball Item # 40738 | US $40.95 Item # 40815 | US $38.95

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Growing, Growing Strong &TZSL(MNQIWJS Includes activities and background information to help children develop lifelong healthy habits. Connie Jo Smith EdD, Charlotte Hendricks PhD, Becky S. Bennett EdD

This health curriculum This curriculum These activities introduce These activities support This curriculum includes 36 introduces positive body- provides more than 30 topics—such as seat- children as they learn about activities that help children care habits that will help developmentally appropriate belt use, fire and burn self-esteem, emotions and build connections with children learn ways to feel activities that introduce prevention, and tobacco feelings, family and friends, their community and foster good about themselves and important health concepts, and alcohol awareness—in and changes in life. positive feelings about their bodies, prevent the including physical activity, developmentally appropriate Social and Emotional health and safety personnel. spread of disease, and gain rest and relaxation, and ways to help children take Well-Being Community and a measure of independence nutrition and eating habits. care of themselves. Redleaf Press Environment and control in their lives. Fitness and Nutrition Safety Item # 30089 | US $14.95 Redleaf Press PB, 8.5 x 11 88 pp. Body Care Redleaf Press Redleaf Press Item # 30091 | US $14.95 PB, 8.5 x 11 88 pp. Redleaf Press Item # 30090 | US $14.95 Item # 30096 | US $14.95 Item # 30093 | US $14.95 PB, 8.5 x 11 88 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11 88 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11 88 pp.

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101 fun activities, tips, and questions that help 3 years & up. Set of breakfast, lunch, young children learn the basics of self-care. and dinner foods. All pieces are Healthy Me actual size, washable, and come in In a Jar plastic shopping baskets. Free Spirit Publishing Healthy Choices Item # 30105 | US $9.99 101 cards, 3” recyclable plastic screwtop jar Play Food Set Item # 40082 | US $69.95

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Expect the unexpected.

Don't be Scared. Be Prepared™. No The only resource book you’ll need to face those This easy-to-use manual provides educators with education professional wants to think about really difficult issues in the classroom. The Crisis the information they need to ensure that the children an active shooter on campus. Recent tragic Manual provides practical strategies that address in their care are safe, while they learn the best events illustrate a clear and imminent need to the most challenging problems teachers may practices to stay healthy for life. From preventing prepare educators for these threats. Preschool encounter, such as death of a family member, harm due to known safety risks to promoting Preparedness for an Active Shooter, first of domestic violence, substance abuse, sexual children’s medical, nutritional, oral, and mental the Preparing for the Unexpected series, abuse, homelessness, natural disasters, and health, educators and program directors act as acknowledges and balances the harsh realities and children with HIV/AIDS. children’s daily protection and support. challenges of emergency preparedness. +'JSOFRNS+WFSPQNS&\FWI Preschool Health and Safety Matters Preschool Preparedness The Crisis Manual for Early Childhood Edited by Jody Martin for an Active Shooter Teachers, Updated Item # 10125 | US $14.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 160 pp. eBook Item # e10125 Andrew Roszak, JD, MPA, EMT-P -T\YT-FSIQJYMJ7JFQQ^)NKܪHZQY5WTGQJRX Item # 15961 | US $19.95 | PB, 7 x 10, 96 pp. Karen Miller ebook Item # e15961 Item # 13748 | US $29.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 384 pp. eBook Item # e13748

Protect your program before disaster strikes. With forms, worksheets, These literature-based activities help children who have been through a staff-training workshops, and task lists, as well as helpful guidelines and trauma. With activities and exercises to use in conjunction with 50 selected insights, this groundbreaking guide explains steps directors can take to children’s books, teachers can use the discussion starters, writing activities, ensure the safety of their program and the children they care for. and art activities to promote children’s ability to cope and heal. Preparing for Disaster After the Crisis What Every Early Childhood Director Needs to Know Using Storybooks to Help Children Cope Cathy Grace and Elizabeth F. Shores Cathy Grace and Elizabeth F. Shores Item # 17992 | US $14.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 112 pp. Item # 13492 | US $9.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 64 pp. eBook Item # e17992 eBook Item # e13492

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Building on Emergent Curriculum guides preschool teachers to tap into young children’s natural inclination for play to build their skills, promote their development, and, ultimately, prepare them for elementary school. Play and learning aren’t mutually exclusive. This book will help readers give preschoolers a solid foundation for elementary school while they do what children do best: play! Building on Emergent Curriculum The Power of Play for School Readiness Sarah Taylor Vanover, EdD Item # 15967 | US $24.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 168 pp. ebook Item # e15967

When teachers implement the project approach to learning, young children can follow their own real-world interests to gain deeper understanding. The project approach helps children dig deeply into intellectual and social experiences that can help them see meaningful benefits of the skills they are acquiring. Picturing the Project Approach will lead teachers every step of the way toward incorporating this teaching method in any classroom. +&HFIJRNHX (MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI Picturing the Project Approach When your staff feels supported and Creative Explorations in Early Learning empowered to grow and develop their skills, Sylvia Chard, Yvonne Kogan, and Carmen Castillo your program and the children will thrive. Item # 10536 | US $29.95 Inspiring Professional Growth, the follow-up PB, 11 x 8.5, 120 pp. to Inspiring Early Childhood Leadership, eBook Item # e10536 addresses the need for offering nurturing and empowering professional development. Providing real-world answers for directors, Inspiring Professional Growth this book offers advice for directors on how Empowering Strategies to Lead, Motivate, to advertise for and recruit staff, develop a FSI࣢*SLFLJ*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI9JFHMJWX mentoring system, handle gossip, address Susan MacDonald, MEd burnout, nurture children with special needs, Item # 15955 | US $18.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. conduct parent orientation, work with angry ebook Item # e15955 families, and much more! +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI Solutions for Early Childhood Directors Real Answers to Everyday Challenges Kathy Lee Item # 17564 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 224 pp. eBook Item # e17564

An invaluable tool for every child-care facility manager. This uniquely comprehensive manual is a clear, easy-to-read handbook that provides specific guidelines for virtually every aspect of early childhood administration. The Practical Guide to Quality Child Care Pam Schiller and Patricia Carter Dyke Item # 17356 | US $24.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. eBook Item # e17356

Understand theories of childhood to make your days with children smoother, your job easier, and your program stronger. Get strategies designed to support program 9MJTWNJXTK(MNQIMTTI8JHTSI࣢*INYNTS leaders in finding new ways to reduce the An Introduction to Dewey, Montessori, Erikson, Piaget levels of stress on themselves and their staff, & Vygotsky and move into a unified, engaging system for Carol Garhart Mooney Redleaf Press | Item # 30071 | US $25.95 leading with passion, intention, and purpose. PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. +&&57J[JWJ&\FWIX

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In a complex and changing Communities of practice are The Basics of Starting landscape of scarce funding, high an age-old phenomenon representing a Child-Care Business, the first Finding the right turnover rates, and differing views teamwork. Growing Together will book in The Business of Child people to staff your center is about priorities, the early childhood help you define, create, and promote Care series, walks readers challenging! Build Your Dream profession needs an anchor. The a community of practice to foster through each step of planning, Team will help you take the Whole Leadership Framework, collaborative problem solving and developing, and launching first step to creating your plan developed by the McCormick Center enhance professional learning their own child-care business. and will remain your right-hand for Early Childhood Leadership, helps experiences. Regardless of the scale, this guide as you hire, onboard, and nurture your new all-stars. early childhood professionals inspire Growing Together book will guide you from start their staffs’ collaboration, creativity, Developing and Sustaining to finish. Build Your Dream Team and ethical commitment. a Community of Practice in The Basics of Starting a How to Recruit, Train, and Retain Early Childhood Staff Building on Whole Leadership *FWQ^࣢(MNQIMTTI Child-Care Business Kathi Gillaspy, MEd, Megan Vinh, PhD, Thomasa Bond, EdD Energizing and Strengthening Your Marnie Forestieri Nancy Surbrook-Goins, Sarah Nichols Item # 15964 | US $21.95 Early Childhood Program Item # 15962 | US $21.95 Item # 15958 | US $19.95 PB, 7 x 10, 128 pp. Marie Masterson, PhD, Michael Abel, PhD, PB, 7 x 10, 128 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 136 pp. ebook Item # e15964 Teri Talan, EdD, JD, Jill Bella, EdD ebook Item # e15962 ebook Item # e15958 Item # 15956 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 200 pp. ebook Item # e15956

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After-School Resources

Provides short, self-guided overviews that both aspiring and practicing after-school professionals need to thrive in their roles. Lead the Way 24 Lessons in Leadership for After School Program Directors Paul G. Young, PhD Item # 11427 | US $9.95 PB, 6 x 9, 120 pp. eBook Item # e11427 Also available in Spanish!

Learn to suspend Focuses on eight concepts Provides advice, tips, your adult agenda to that will help you transition information, and activities TGCNN[UGGǾEJKNFTGP U from teaching children to for setting up a child-care perspectives and leading adults. program and running it the amazing ways Being a Supervisor smoothly. VJG[ǾGZRGTKGPEG Winning Ways for Family Child Care Basics Author Paul Young’s 101 tips VJGǾYQTNF Early Childhood Advice, Activities, and provide positive ideas that Really Seeing Professionals Information to Create a will lead to quality programs Gigi Schweikert Children Professional Program and positive relationships Redleaf Press Jennifer Karnopp A Collection of Teaching between after-school Item # 30078 | US $19.95 English Item # 13537 and Learning Stories PB, 8.5 x 11, 120 pp. Spanish Item # 13538 programs and school leaders. Deb Curtis US $12.95 Principal Matters Exchange Press PB, 8.5 x 11, 96 pp. 101 Tips for Creating Item # 30355 | US $34.00 English eBook Item # e13537 PB, 8.5 x 11, 153 pp. Collaborative Relationships Between After-School Programs and School Leaders Paul G. Young, PhD School-Age NOTES Item # 11414 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 5.5, 173 pp. Marketing & Budgeting

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Learn from the Stories of Real Teachers

An updated version of the classic original! Teachers and Based on her popular Pre-K Now blog, An inspirational work for parents and caregivers will enjoy the warm and witty pages of wise Sophia Pappas’s book provides an up- teachers or anyone who has ever looked words passed down from a veteran early childhood close and personal view of the challenges into the face of a child and wondered if educator. and successes of a beginning teacher. she was making the right choices. Never, Ever, Serve Sugary Snacks Good Morning, Children Intellectual Emergencies on Rainy Days My First Years in 8TRJ7JܫJHYNTSXTS and Other Words of Wisdom Early Childhood Education Mothering and Teaching for Teachers of Young Children Sophia E. Pappas Lilian G. Katz, PhD and Stephen J. Katz Shirley C. Raines, EdD Item # 12745 | US $14.95 Kaplan Press Item # 10539 | US $12.95 PB, 5.6 x 7.6, 192 pp. Item # 21200 | US $24.95 PB, 6 x 6, 184 pp. eBook Item # e12745 PB and CD, 5.6 x 7.6 98 pp.

Make professional learning more meaningful—without the slide deck! There must be a better way. Lose the Lecture brings administrators, coaches, and facilitators a new approach to professional development and adult learning that focuses on the learners—how they think, what they need, and what motivates them to grow. Lose the Lecture Engaging Approaches to Early Childhood Professional Learning Teresa A. Byington, PhD Item # 15954 | US $29.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 224 pp. | ebook Item # e15954

This resource is filled with guided experiences, strategies, and activities for providing technical assistance in specific program areas, such as parent involvement, science, outdoor play, music and art. Nailing Jelly to the Wall )JܪSNSLFSI5WT[NINSL9JHMSNHFQ&XXNXYFSHJNS*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI*IZHFYNTS Nancy P. Alexander Item # 10034 | US $19.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 144 pp. eBook Item # e10034

Major changes have been made to the child development associate (CDA) credential process. This guide has been updated to reflect all of the new material and requirements to help you reach your educational and career goals as you earn the credential. The CDA Prep Guide, Third Edition The Complete Review Manual Debra Pierce Redleaf Press | Item # 30081 | US $19.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 224 pp.

From scripts and PowerPoint presentations to agendas and handouts, The Essential Literacy Workshop Book provides trainers with everything needed to train teachers to develop children’s literacy skills. Includes accompanying CD-ROM. The Essential Literacy Workshop Book 10 Complete Early Childhood Training Modules Holly Seplocha, Judy Jablon, and Janis Strasser Item # 12365 | US $39.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 384 pp.

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From cleanup solutions to storage ideas to Emphasizing essential interpersonal skills to Bring the promise of equal education inventive cost-cutting strategies, this book will develop in early childhood, this guide offers to life for all children. Don’t Look Away leads truly help you keep your sanity in the classroom. a holistic approach to creating classroom early childhood professionals to explore and Use the creative suggestions to help children communities in which each child feels address issues of bias, equity, low expectations, resolve conflicts and solve problems, to deal recognized, appreciated, and able to contribute. and family engagement to ensure culturally with interruptions in the classroom, and to utilize Guidance is offered for adjusting and planning responsive experiences. Importantly, this book will your small space effectively. for developmentally appropriate expectations, challenge you to consider your perceptions and +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI classroom organization, and communication VJQWIJVǾRTQEGUUGU Sanity Savers for Early with families. Don’t Look Away (MNQIMTTI࣢9JFHMJWX +9JFHMJWX (MTNHJ&\FWIXKTW5WTKJXXNTSFQ Embracing Anti-Bias Classrooms 200 Quick Fixes for Everything from )J[JQTURJSY Iheoma U. Iruka, PhD, Stephanie M. Curenton, PhD, Big Messes to Small Budgets The Insightful Teacher Tonia R. Durden, PhD, Kerry-Ann Escayg, PhD Sharon MacDonald 7JܫJHYN[J8YWFYJLNJXYT8MFUJ Item # 15966 | US $24.95 | PB, 7 x 10, 144 pp. Item # 16294 | US $14.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 160 pp. Your Early Childhood Classroom ebook Item # e15966 eBook # e16294 Nancy Bruski Item # 10038 | US $19.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 144 pp. eBook # e10038

Veteran teacher Judy Fujawa offers over two Promote children's creativity, growth, and Create a larger vision in your child care program decades of experience in her warm, witty book of learning when you see life from their perspective. and perform your job as a center director with lists. Filled with the imminently practical to the With teaching techniques, breathing and motivation and creativity. Early childhood leaders philosophical to the hilarious, these lists cover relaxation exercises, classroom music ideas, and Margie Carter and Deb Curtis provide inspiration nearly everything one needs to know to work with affirmation activities, Living Like A Child provides and support as you put your dreams and goals and raise young children. inspiration to make stronger connections with into action. (Almost) Everything You Need to Know children. The Visionary Director, 2nd Edition About Early Childhood Education Living Like a Child A Handbook for Dreaming, Organizing, and Judy Fujawa Learn, Live, and Teach Creatively Improvising in Your Center Item # 18275 | US $8.95 | PB, 5.6 x 7.6, 128 pp. Enrique C. Feldman Margie Carter and Deb Curtis eBook # e18275 Redleaf Press | Item # 29186 | US $19.95 Redleaf Press | Item # 30076 | US $44.95 PB, 5.6 x 7.6, 200 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 336 pp.

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® The Learn Every Day Series The result of a global contest, each book in this series features 100 activities contributed by teachers from around the world. All the activities offer learning objectives to address state standards, materials lists, related children’s books, and assessment components to measure learning. Ages 3–6.

From the many ways we are These activities make it easy alike and different to the variety for teachers to incorporate of homes around the world, discussions about caring for children will delve into these the Earth into any curriculum. social-studies activities that are Includes activities that promote perfect for preschool children. responsible behaviors and are fun Learn Every Day® and enjoyable. About Social Studies Learn Every Day® Edited by Kathy Charner About Our Green Earth Item # 13540 | US $12.95 Edited by Kathy Charner PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. Item # 12015 | US $12.95 eBook Item # e13540 PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. eBook Item # e12015

Children will love exploring the Features 100 activities for world of these mysterious and preschool children, providing interesting creatures, and teachers teachers with innovative and will find the activities in this book fun ways to introduce and to be adaptable, expansive, and reinforce learning about colors. most of all, fun! Learn Every Day® Learn Every Day® About Colors About Bugs and Spiders Edited by Kathy Charner Edited by Kathy Charner Item # 13467 | US $12.95 Item # 11500 | US $12.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. eBook Item # e13467 eBook Item # e11500

With this resource, teachers can easily incorporate learning about animals into any curriculum. Learn Every Day® FREE About Animals Edited by Kathy Charner ACTIVITIES Item # 11001 | US $12.95 Our extensive resource PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. eBook Item # e11001 library has you covered. gryphonhouse.com/ activities Find 2 more books in the Learn Every Day® series on page 47, or go online! gryphonhouse.com

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Get low-cost ideas for gathering and creating rich explorations in learning centers. This book describes the unique ways teachers can use found and recycled materials to encourage cognitive development and creative exploration in young children. In addition to photographic examples, the book offers tips on how to source, select, and integrate materials into a center; how to get children started on using the materials; and how to scaffold learning with open-ended questions. Thrifty Teacher’s Guide to Creative Learning Centers Shelley Nicholson, PhD, and Jessica Martinez Item # 10067 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 224 pp. eBook Item # e10067

This award-winning curriculum for three- to six-year-olds offers a complete plan for every learning style. Revised and updated, this edition of this classic bestseller is full of new activities based on the latest research about how children learn. The comprehensive appendix has been updated and the patterns are now available exclusively online. +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWX (MTNHJ&\FWI The Complete Daily Curriculum for Early Childhood, Revised Over 1,200 Easy Activities to Support Multiple Intelligences and Learning Styles Pam Schiller and Pat Phipps Item # 13530 | US $39.95 PB, 8 .5 x 11, 416 pp. eBook Item # e13530

This useful book includes 52 theme-based plans covering such fundamental curriculum areas as math, music, movement, language, science, and art. The Weekly Curriculum 52 Complete Preschool Themes Barbara Backer Item # 13521 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 384 pp. eBook Item # e13521

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With chapters organized by topic and Organized by month, teachers will find With 100 days of plans, this book has activities that build science, math, literacy, 360 hands-on activities, games and ideas learning-center activities for preschoolers and language skills, this book offers the for fun learning every day of the year. Each at every developmental level. The daily information and activities aligned with the month begins with a preplanned activity plans are organized by theme into 20 units, standards set by the National Academy of calendar indicating learning skills and each with a 5-day plan. Because every Sciences, the National Council of Teachers appropriate age levels. Activities require a child is unique, teachers can select the of Mathematics, the International Reading minimum amount of preparation. activities that fit the developmental levels Association, and the National Council of The Busy Classroom of the individual children in their classes. Teachers of English. A Preschool Teacher’s Monthly Book The learning-center activities for each unit +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ9JFHMJWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI of Creative Activities have three developmental levels of learning: Thinking BIG, Learning BIG Patty Claycomb beginning, developing, and experienced. Item # 10028 | US $19.95 Connecting Science, Math, Literacy, Daily Preschool Experiences PB, 8.5 x 11, 286 pp. and Language in Early Childhood For Learners at Every Level Marie Faust Evitt with Tim Dobbins Kay Hastings, Cathy Clemons, and April and Bobbi Weesen-Baer Montgomery Item # 12337 | US $39.95 Item # 18765 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 312 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 496 pp. eBook Item # e12337 eBook Item # e18765

This book has everything a teacher needs for a complete year's This book helps educators capitalize on day-to-day interactions and worth of daily plans! Organized by month, this great grab-and-use caregiving routines to build positive relationships with and between curriculum has over 250 daily plans that teachers can use to plan children. Vignettes and specific language examples guide teachers fun and enriching activities for young children. The beginning of in applying the strategies during everyday moments. each chapter lists monthlong celebrations, weeklong celebrations, Social Emotional Tools for Life holidays, and significant dates to help with planning. An Early Childhood Teacher’s Guide to Supporting Strong Social Easy Daily Plans Emotional Foundations and Successful Social Relationships Over 250 Plans for Preschool Teachers by Michelle M. Forrester, PhD, and Kay M. Albrecht, PhD Sue Fleischmann Item # 20807 | US $44.95 eBook Item # e13304 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 327 pp.

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The Innovations Curriculum Series Kay Albrecht and Linda G. Miller The Innovations series is a complete, interactive curriculum for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The Innovations series is a unique combination of the practical and theoretical, combining approaches in a way that supports beginning teachers, informs experienced teachers, and provides a complete program for every teacher! Each book includes these critical components: • applying child-development theory to everyday experiences • developing a partner relationship with family members • using assessment to meet individual developmental needs • fostering an interactive climate in the classroom • using the physical environment as a learning tool • educating families

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All new revised edition! These Organized into 48 popular Actively engage children’s From Autumn Leaf Ornaments new activities and explorations themes, from Dinosaurs to imaginations with more than to The Recycling Game, will help you support curiosity, Circus to Outer Space. 300 activities for young children, kindergarten children will play, exploration, persistence, The GIANT Encyclopedia organized into a variety of delight in these activities emerging foundations in literacy of Theme Activities for popular themes – from the written just for them! This and math, problem solving, and so Children 2 to 5 alphabet to the weather. compilation has everything OWEJǾOQTGЯ Item # 19216 | US $34.95 Another Encyclopedia from language and science +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ PB, 8.5 x 11, 511 pp. of Theme Activities activities to art, music 9JFHMJWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI and movement, and for Young Children +(WJFYN[J(MNQI2FLF_NSJ Item # 10036 | US $24.95 learning centers. 8JFQTK*]HJQQJSHJ&\FWI PB, 8.5 x 11, 448 pp. The GIANT Encyclopedia The Encyclopedia of Infant eBook Item # e10036 of Kindergarten Activities and Toddler Activities, revised Item # 18595 | US $34.95 Donna Wittmer, PhD, editor PB, 8.5 x 11, 640 pp. Item # 15926 | US $21.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 288 pp. eBook Item # e15926 All the Activities You Will Ever Need

Teachers will be able to Activities include suggestions use the transition activities for extending the circle-time in this book to fill a spare or group activity into other minute, help children calm areas of the curriculum, such down, wait for another as math, science, snack, activity, and much more. language, or field trips. Lists of The GIANT Encyclopedia books and songs related to the of Transition Activities activity are included. for Children 3 to 6 The GIANT Encyclopedia Item # 12635 | US $34.95 of Circle Time and Group PB, 8.5 x 11, 576 pp. Activities for Children 3 to 6 Item # 16413 | US $34.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 510 pp.

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Discover new ways to use Features everything from The learning centers in this Features more than 250 everyday items to create songs and books to activities book can either be permanent complete lesson plans, fresh, exciting art projects; in art, circle time, transitions, yearlong centers or set up covering topics from colors learn new classroom- science, math, language, music and removed according to the and numbers to seasons and management techniques from and movement, and more! season or children's interests nursery rhymes. experienced teachers; and find The GIANT Encyclopedia and needs. The GIANT Encyclopedia helpful tips for working with of Preschool Activities The GIANT Encyclopedia of Lesson Plans for three-year-olds. for Four-Year-Olds of Learning Center Children 3 to 6 The GIANT Encyclopedia Item # 14964 | US $34.95 Activities for Children Item # 18345 | US $34.95 of Preschool Activities PB, 8.5 x 11, 624 pp. 3 to 6 PB, 8.5 x 11, 574 pp. for Three-Year-Olds Item # 11325 | US $34.95 Item # 13963 | US $34.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 576 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 576 pp.

With hundreds of activities, these books are the result of a nationwide search for unique, fun, developmentally appropriate, and educational in One Place! experiences for children.

Teachers will love the creative A comprehensive collection Organized by curriculum area Leave your fears of science ideas that span the traditional of the best art and craft or time of day, each activity is behind! Respond to children's areas of the curriculum, such activities for young children. complete with math concepts, natural curiosity with over 600 as science, math, art, and Just the thing to add pizzazz materials needed, and step-by- teacher-created, classroom- music and movement, as well to your day! step instructions. tested activities guaranteed as the additional experiences The GIANT Encyclopedia The GIANT Encyclopedia to teach children all about including field trips, cooking, of Art & Craft Activities of Math Activities for science while they are and holidays. for Children 3 to 6 Children 3 to 6 JCXKPIǾHWP The GIANT Encyclopedia Item # 16854 | US $34.95 Item # 16948 | US $34.95 The GIANT Encyclopedia of Monthly Activities for PB, 8.5 x 11, 568 pp. PB, 8.6 x 11, 528 pp. of Science Activities for Children 3 to 6 Children 3 to 6 Item # 15002 | US $34.95 Item # 18325 | US $34.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 576 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 575 pp.

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Featuring more than 700 experiences and Easy to implement, each of the 100 daily topics This book is like having a master teacher at your activities that are perfect for infants from birth is divided into activities and experiences side for inspiration all year long. Features over through 18 months, this book is organized that support language enrichment, cognitive 2,000 developmentally appropriate activities by developmental area. The appendix is full development, social-emotional development, CPFKFGCUHQTǾRTGUEJQQNGTU of songs, rhymes, recipes, sign language, and physical development. The Complete Resource Book recommended books and toys, and family The Complete Resource Book for Preschoolers connection resources. for Toddlers and Twos Pam Schiller and Kay Hastings 9MJ(TRUQJYJ7JXTZWHJ'TTPKTW࣢.SKFSYX Pam Schiller Item # 15327 | US $29.95 Over 700 Experiences for Children Item # 16927 | US $34.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 463 pp. from Birth to 18 Months PB, 8.5 x 11, 640 pp. eBook Item # e15327 Pam Schiller Item # 19223 | US $24.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 272 pp. eBook Item # e19223

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These comprehensive kits contain a variety of learning materials that will engage infants and toddlers and offer growth and development in the areas of fine-motor, blocks, gross motor, cognition, music, and dramatic play. Growing and Developing Activity Kits A. Birth–12 Months | Item # 41256 | US $229.95 B. 12–24 Months | Item # 41257 | US $229.95 C. 25–36 Monthsonths | Item # 41258 | US $229$229.95.95

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Avoid the transition meltdown

See the complete set of GIANT Encyclopedia books on pages 30-31.

Grab children's attention with songs, games, Periods of time between planned activities will A must-have resource for teachers who work with and fingerplays for any time of the day. This become teachable moments using this invaluable the youngest age group, this book offers more than book brings you more creative activities that resource. These easy-to-use transition activities 400 tips, ideas, and easy-to-do activities. More provide children with an outlet for wiggles, while will take the teacher smoothly throughout the day, than an activity book, Simple Transitions also giving their brains a jump start with cross-lateral week, month and year. Contains over 400 activities explains the development of infants and toddlers movement games. and ideas. and how transitions can be adapted to fit their Transition Tips and Tricks Transition Time FGXGNQROGPVCNǾPGGFU for Teachers Let’s Do Something Different! +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI Jean Feldman Jean Feldman Simple Transitions for Infants and Toddlers Item # 16728 | US $19.95 Item # 19844 | US $19.95 Karen Miller PB, 8.5 x 11, 216 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 279 pp. Item # 12134 | US $21.95 eBook Item # e16728 PB, 8.5 x 11, 168 pp. eBook Item # e12134

Each and every preschooler will be engaged and Over 600 activities! Teachers will be able to use interested all day long! Thanks to transitions the transition activities in this book to fill a spare that are both fun and educational, the minutes minute, help children calm down, wait for another FREE between planned activities become moments activity, and much more. that children actually look forward to. The GIANT Encyclopedia of ACTIVITIES +.SXYWZHYTW8JFQTK&UUWT[FQ Transition Activities for Children 3 to 6 Our extensive resource library Teachable Transitions Over 600 Activities Created has you covered. 190 Activities to Move from by Teachers for Teachers gryphonhouse.com/activities Morning Circle to the End of the Day Edited by Kathy Charner, Rae Pica Maureen Murphy, and Jennifer Ford Item # 14658 | US $14.95 Item # 12635 | US $34.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 144 pp. PB 8.5 x 11, 576 pp. eBook Item # e14658

Time management for all ages! This unique timer gives a visual picture of elapsing time. As time elapses, the red disk gradually disappears in a clockwise direction. When the disk is gone and time is up, an optional audible alert is available on the back using the volume-control dial. Requires 1AA battery. Time Timer® Plus Item # 40772 | US $44.95 This timer is ideal for anyone who struggles with time.

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More Activity Books for Rainy Day Fun!

Cooperative play and movement exercises take on a new 2 years & up. These jumbo egg dimension with these parachutes! Made of rip-stop nylon shakers are perfect for younger fabric, and sewn to last through the toughest play times. children and a great addition to Includes nylon storage bag. Choose size. any instrument collection. Each Rainbow Parachutes with Handles shaker measures 8" x 6" x 2". 12' with 8 handles | Item # 40096 | US $59.95 Colors may vary. Set of 5. 19' with 16 handles | Item # 40095 | US $104.95 Jumbo Egg Shakers 24' with 20 handles | Item # 40094 | US $135.95 Item # 40098 | US $12.95

Features activities that promote social and emotional growth, imaginative play, and 3 years & up. These colorful paddles and listening and communication skills. The balls will help promote balance, patience, and activities in 3-2-1: Time for Parachute Fun will coordination. Set includes four paddles and get children laughing while they’re learning to four balls in four colors. count, cooperate, follow directions, and move their bodies in new ways. Children ages 3–10 Balancing Balls will love these easy and fun activities. Item # 40779 | US $19.95 3-2-1: Time for Parachute Fun Clare Beswick Item # 11402 | US $9.95 PB, 8.5 x 11.5, 96 pp. eBook Item # e11402 4 years & up. Stand on the colored circle mats, then roll the jumbo cubes to see which exercise to do and how many times to do it. Features 25 durable foam circle mats (10"), ǾKPHNCVCDNGEWDGU CPFCPCEVKXKV[IWKFG Ready, Set, Move Classroom Activity Set Item # 40934 | US $41.95

Everything you need to make being stuck inside fun! This book is filled with quiet games to create relaxing moments, active games to get the wiggles out, and games that require no materials at all! 5 years & up. This versatile toss board has 4 games Rainy Day Activities in 1. Includes 12 bean bags, game board with storage Jean Feldman pockets and carry handle, and activity guide. Game board Safe, soft balls, perfect for Item # 10659 | US $7.95 measures 24"L x 19"W x 12"H. giving beginners confidence! PB, 8.5 x 11.5, 64 pp. Smart Toss 7" Foam Ball Item # 40669 | US $62.95 Item # 40097 | US $8.95

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This book explores what science, technology, engineering, and math Full of beautiful, full-color photos that show the activities in real early education looks like for infants and toddlers, and why it is so vital for all childhood classrooms. STEM PlayCNUQKPENWFGUCũ*QY6QŪUGEVKQP children to develop STEM knowledge. for teachers who wish to expand on the STEM focus and use themed Baby Steps to STEM activities in their learning centers. .SKFSYFSI9TIIQJW8HNJSHJ9JHMSTQTL^*SLNSJJWNSLFSI࣢2FYM&HYN[NYNJX STEM Play Jean Barbre Integrating Inquiry into Learning Centers Redleaf Press | Item # 30353 | US $29.95 | PB, 8 x 10, 181 pp. &GKTFTG5JGTKFCP'PINGJCTV&GDD[/KVEJGNN,WPKG#NDGTU$KFFNG-GNN[Ǿ,GPPKPIU Towle, and Marnie Forestieri Item # 10709 | US $24.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 174 pp. Lessons encourage creative ideas for three-dimensional STEM learning eBook Item # e10709 that are developmentally appropriate and exemplified through children's literature. Ignite children’s passion for easy and engaging STEAM activities! Teaching STEM Literacy Provoking CuriosityDTKPIUPGYCPFGCU[VQGZGEWVG56'#/ǾNGCTPKPI A Constructivist Approach for Ages 3 to 8 experiences that encourage children to think, explore, and wonder. Each Juliana Texley and Ruth M. Ruud exploration builds on core ideas in the STEAM disciplines, develops Redleaf Press | Item # 30352 | US $39.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 178 pp. higher-level thinking skills, and uses readily available materials in early childhood classrooms. Simple STEAM helps parents realize they don’t need to be engineers or Provoking Curiosity scientists to support STEAM learning. Helps children explore STEAM Student-Led STEAM Learning for Pre-K to Third Grade concepts with fun and engaging activities. Angela Eckhoff, PhD +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ9JFHMJWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWIKTWYMJ+FRNQ^ Item # 15968 | US $29.95 | PB, 7 x 10, 88 pp. Simple STEAM ebook Item # e15968 8HNJSHJ9JHMSTQTL^*SLNSJJWNSL&WYFSI2FYM&HYN[NYNJXKTW࣢&LJXYT Marnie Forestieri and Debby Mitchell Item # 10544 | US $24.95 | PB, 8.5 x 11, 152 pp. eBook Item # e10544

Pre–K & up. Everything you need to teach the basics of magnets! Includes 1 super magnet, 20 magnetic marbles, 4 wand 3 years & up. Each of OCIPGVUǾJQTUGUJQGOCIPGVEQORCUU the 8 1/2 x 11" pages magnet, 1 set of floating ring magnets, and provide a space for 2 plastic cased magnets. drawing pictures, First Experiments along with lines for Magnetism Set older children to write Item # 40996 | US $104.95 text as they utilize the scientific method. Set of ǾLQWTPCNU STEM Journal Item # 40100 | US $21.95

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3 years & up. This rugged light cube is portable, durable, and rechargeable. It even strobes, flashes, and changes color with the touch of a button! Use the cube for examining transparent and opaque objects. Includes: cube, power source, remote control, and a teacher guide. Measures: 16"H x 16"W x 16"D. Light Cube Item # 41025 | US $259.95

This book helps educators expand Helps educators create a more and encourage young learners’ well-rounded STEM learning inquisitive nature as they explore program that encourages children the physical, life, and earth to think, make, tinker and innovate. sciences. Learn how to leverage children’s 3 years & up. Translucent Creative Investigations use of digital technologies, and quality of each slice allows in Early Science introduce engineering skills in a children to see the layers Angela Eckhoff, PhD FGXGNQROGPVCNN[CRRTQRTKCVGǾYC[ caused by formation. Each slice measures approximately Item # 15948 | US $18.95 +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ9JFHMJWXѣ(MTNHJ 1 1/2" wide. PB, 7 x 10, 100 pp. &\FWIKTW5WJXHMTTQ eBook Item # e15948 Creative Investigations Agate Light Table Slices in Early Engineering and (Set of 12) Technology Item # 41074 | US $19.95 Angela Eckhoff, PhD Item # 10545 | US $16.95 PB, 7 x 10, 112 pp. eBook Item # e10545 18 months & up. These vehicles are comprised of two sections that children can connect together. Each of the vehicles has it's own shape for self-correction. Set includes: boat, bus, ambulance, airplane, car, and firetruck. Activity cards included. Vehicle Match-Ups 8JY࣢TK࣢ Item # 40625 | US $30.95

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4 years & up. Includes 10 activities that cover science-process skills, living and nonliving things, physical science, senses and more. Includes beaker, magnifying glass, funnel, eyedropper, flask, tweezers, goggles, test tubes, and activity guide. Primary Science Set Item # 40728 | US $31.95

Teachers can encourage young investigators 4 years & up. Unique child-size glasses to feel, listen, smell, taste, and see their way feature easy-to-change lenses—2 each of red, to discovery by seamlessly infusing math and yellow, blue and distortion lenses. Combine science throughout the school day! Designed to WRVQǾNGPUGURGTUKFGVQVGCEJEQNQTOKZKPI work with easy-to-find materials, the Hands-On Overlap lenses without their durable plastic Science and Math activities are inexpensive and frames for kaleidoscope fun! Color mixing uncomplicated, yet they lay the groundwork for guide included. understanding more complex STEM concepts Color Mixing Glasses later on. Item # 40718 | US $10.95 +(WJFYN[J(MNQI2FLF_NSJ5WJKJWWJI(MTNHJ&\FWI +&HFIJRNH X(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI +9NQQ^\NL'WFNS(MNQI&\FWI Hands-On Science and Math Fun, Fascinating Activities for Young Children Beth R. Davis, EdS, NBCT Item # 10063 | US $14.95 PB, 7 x 10, 152 pp. eBook Item # e10063 PreK & up. Sized for students and adjustable for adults. Goggles measure 6" x 3". Set QHEQOGKPǾDTKIJVVTCPUNWEGPVEQNQTU TGFǾDNWGCPFITGGP /GGVU#05+< safety standards. Color Safety Goggles (Set of 6) Item # 40877 | US $26.95

3 years & up. Learn about magnetism, develop visual matching skills, and improve eye-hand coordination. When the rings are stacked, they either attract the next ring and pull them together, or repel it and cause it to float. Includes 40 pattern OCVEJEJCNNGPIGUǾOCIPGVKETKPIUCUVCPFCPF Leave your fears of science behind! Respond a storage bag. to children's natural curiosity with over 600 teacher-created, classroom-tested activities Magnetic Match Rings guaranteed to teach children all about science Item # 41202 | US $16.95 while they are having fun. The GIANT Encyclopedia of Science Activities for Children 3 to 6 Edited by Kathy Charner Item # 18325 | US $34.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 575 pp.

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Containing 250 activities spanning 39 child- Help children learn the skills, concepts, and standards of mathematics, science, language, and literacy pleasing science concepts, this innovative book — all at the same time. With hands-on investigations and award-winning storybooks, this book encourages encourages three- to six-year-olds to predict preschoolers to explore the patterns and processes occurring in the world around them. outcomes, ask questions, and investigate Math and Science Investigations answers. Budding scientists will have a ball Helping Young Learners Make Big Discoveries learning about objects in motion or feeling the Sally Anderson with the Vermont Center for the Book texture of their own homemade paper. Future Item # 10033 | US $24.95 astronauts will immerse themselves in making a PB, 8 .5 x 11, 192 pp. rocket ship and watching it blast off! Children will eBook Item # e10033 be captivated as they learn about science and the role it plays in their everyday lives. Contains more than 100 activities! Teachers know that children learn best through hands-on exploration, +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWX (MTNHJ&\FWI observation, and discovery. With a unique inquiry-based approach, the activities in The Preschool +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ9JFHMJWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI Scientist use learning centers to integrate science into the entire classroom. +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWI +5FWJSY X(MTNHJ&\FWI The Preschool Scientist Science Is Simple Using Learning Centers to Discover and Explore Science Robert A. Williams, Elizabeth A. Sherwood, Robert E. Rockwell, and David A. Winnett Over 250 Activities for Preschoolers Peggy Ashbrook Item # 15302 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 256 pp. Item # 12891 | US $19.95 eBook Item # e15302 PB, 8.5 x 11 256 pp. eBook Item # e12891

3 years & up. Set of four eco-friendly lenses include two star prisms and two square prisms. Great for visual games—ask children to talk about what looks different, if they only see shapes, how the colors change, or what happens when you look with only one eye. Colors will vary. Magico Lenses (Set of 4) Item # 41122 | US $17.95

3 years & up. Jars have ladybug wings that open to invite little 18 months & up. This set of 16 river rocks has a smooth and pleasing learners to investigate insects. texture that invites children to engage in one of the many activities Each jar contains a 3.5x listed in the set of included STEM activity cards. Children can stack, magnifying lens. Screw-on cap sort, use at the water table and more! Children will build a strong and air vents keep specimens foundation in basic science, technology, engineering, and math skills. secure. 4 1/2"H x 3 1/2" in Largest river rock measures 4 1/2". diameter. Set of 6. River Rocks (Set of 16) Big View Bug Jars (Set of 6) Item # 40624 | US $30.95 Item # 40989 | US $37.95

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The perfect way to turn children’s Back by popular demand! Bubbles, This full-color activity book A must for anyone with a sand and love of active games into learning Rainbows, and Worms teaches offers simple ideas and open- water table! With more than 70 ideas opportunities! Bring science children about the world using ended explorations to cultivate designed for children ages 3-6, these to life by helping children learn hands-on experiments with plants, children’s natural curiosity. activities introduce fun materials such about their bodies, animals, the environment, air and water, +2TR X(MTNHJ&\FWI ,TQI as aquarium rocks, birdseed, mud, rock seasons, and the weather. The and the senses. +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX salt, and more! activities in each chapter are Bubbles, Rainbows &\FWI ,TQI Sand and Water Play +9NQQ^\NL9T^'WFNS(MNQI&\FWI organized by level of difficulty, & Worms, Revised Simple, Creative Activities and each one incorporates fun Science Experiments Science —Not Just for Young Children with movement. for Preschool Children for Scientists! Sherry West and Amy Cox Jump into Science Sam Ed Brown Easy Explorations Item # 16281 | US $12.95 for Young Children PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. Active Learning for Item # 10243 | US $14.95 Leonisa Ardizzone, EdD eBook Item # e16281 Preschool Children PB, 8.5 x 11, 96 pp. eBook Item # e10243 Item # 10053 | US $12.95 Rae Pica PB, 8 x 9, 96 pp. Item # 17484 | US $14.95 eBook Item # e10053 PB, 8.5 x 11, 131 pp. eBook Item # e17484

18 months & up. Includes shovel, rake, watering can, scoop, water wheel, and bucket. Please note: Kit components may change due to availability. We will substitute developmentally appropriate items for the purpose for which they were intended. Junior Sand and Water Play Set Item # 40704 | US $23.95 Lid also doubles as an exciting track for cars!

2 years & up. This sand and water table includes two bridges, ramps, cups, 3 years & up. Kinetic Sand™ is perfect for open-ended play and leaves no and boats. The included umbrella keeps the play table safely shaded from the sand or residue on your hands. Kinetic Sand™ is also great for children with sun, and the cover fastens on securely for protection against the elements. allergies — it is wheat, gluten and casein free and 100% safe and nontoxic. The lid also doubles as an exciting track for cars! Assembly required. Available in 2.2 lbs. and 11 lbs. 21"H x 26"W x 46"D. Kinetic Sand™ Naturally Playful Sand and Water Table 2.2 lbs. | Item # 40134 | US $16.95 Item # 40427 | US $121.95 11 lbs. | Item # 40135 | US $49.95

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See the complete STEAM Creative Investigations series on page 36.

Young children are born scientists with an innate desire to Make exploring the environment Over 280 quick activities and ideas. analyze and investigate the world around them. Creative fun and easy! Each chapter Promotes skills such as observation, Investigations in Early Science helps educators expand and focuses on one standard set by inference, and prediction. A vital encourage young learners’ inquisitive nature as they explore the the National Academy of Sciences, resource for developing a basic physical, life, and earth sciences. while incorporating assessment foundation in scientific concepts. Creative Investigations in Early Science components and ways to relate Everybody Has a Body Angela Eckhoff, PhD topics across curriculum areas. Science from Head to Toe Item # 15948 | US $18.95 +N5FWJSYNSL&\FWI Robert E. Rockwell, Elizabeth A. PB, 7 x 10, 100 pp. Science Adventures Sherwood, and Robert A. Williams Item # 10027 | US $19.95 eBook Item # e15948 Nature Activities for Young Children PB, 8.5 x 11, 245 pp. Elizabeth A. Sherwood, Robert A. Williams, and Robert E. Rockwell Item # 19436 | US $24.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 272 pp.

The Natural Botanicals Pack is a selection of leaves, pinecones, fiber, acorns, grass, seeds, sticks, lotus, and loofah sponges. There are 17 different items in this kit. Includes: Yulan Leaves (5), Bodhi Leaves (5), Heart Leaves (5), Cercis Leaves (5), Assorted Pinecones (60g), Long Pinecones (60g), Mango Leaves (60g), Palm Tree Fiber (40g), Bamboo Leaves (40g), Acorns (40g), Wild Grass Bundles (3), Cotton Seed Capsules (25g), Long Bamboo Sticks (125g), Lotus Heads (3), Star Anise (6g) Cinnamon Sticks (60g). *Please note: Due to seasons, items may vary. Natural Botanicals Pack Item # 41057 | US $74.95

3 years & up. This set of six sorting boxes has inbuilt handles and consists of two large and four small that all fit neatly into our sorting table. Perfect for sensory exploration and taking the classroom outside. Boxes are made from solid eucalyptus. Small boxes measure 7"W x 3 1/4"H x 9 1/2"D and larger boxes measure 9 1/2"W x 3 1/4"H x 14 1/4"D. Contents shown are not included. Outdoor Sorting Boxes (Set of 6) Item # 40103 | US $159.95

2 years & up. Bring the feel of the outdoors inside with this vibrant, real-image play mat. The polyester surface is extremely lifelike and is sure to captivate young learners. Mat measures 59"L x 39 1/2"W. STEM Play Mat Grass | Item # 40980 | US $81.95 Pebbles | Item # 40982 | US $81.95 Rocky Terrain | Item # 40983 | US $81.95

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Shows how easily and naturally children can learn science and math. These activities are open Develop the Natural ended and self-directed, so children in preschool programs, early primary classrooms, child-care Scientist In Every Child centers, and home-care settings can learn the how, the why, and the what happens next. Hands-on science experiments and ideas delight and Everyday Discoveries amaze children as they experience nature, the human Amazingly Easy Science and Math body, electricity, floating and sinking, and more. Using Stuff You Already Have Categorized by curriculum areas, each activity includes a Sharon MacDonald list of vocabulary words and easily accessible materials. Item # 18117 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 245 pp. eBook Item # e18117

12 months & up. Set of five finger puppets represent some of the most common bugs you would find in the backyard. Each has an elastic fitting inside to keep them on your finger and are great for hours of creative play. Includes bumblebee, butterfly, caterpillar, spider, and ladybug. Bugs have full bodies and measure 6"H. Mini Bugs Finger Puppets (Set of 5) Item # 40654 | US $34.95

Mudpies to Magnets More Mudpies to Magnets A Preschool Science Science for Young Children Curriculum Elizabeth A. Sherwood, Robert A Williams, Robert A. Williams, Robert E. Rockwell, and and Robert E. Rockwell Elizabeth A. Sherwood Item # 10015 | US $16.95 Item # 10005 | US $16.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 205 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 157 pp.

3 years & up. With hat on head and tools in hand, children can enter the world of paleontology through discovery of ancient fossils and dinosaur skulls. Includes 10 fossils, 11 dinosaur skulls, 2 pith helmets, 2 brushes, bucket with tools and interesting fact sheets on each prehistoric find. All you need to do is add sand! Jurassic Sand is sold separately. Prehistoric Fossil Dig Item # 40104 | US $48.95

2 years & up. 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 3 years & up. Reusable indoor dirt that is easy to mold with be used outdoors. Each fossil simple cleanup. Safe and nontoxic formula. Made from all measures approximately 3 1/2". natural materials. Cleanest dirt that is mess and germ free. Other items shown are not included. Play & Explore Fossils (Set of 8) Play Dirt–3 lbs. Item # 40657 | US $25.95 Item # 40699 | US $25.95

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This book helps educators create a Simplifies the shopping process, Brimming with charts, resources, This book is a comprehensive more well-rounded STEM learning describes which apps are age and clear judgments, this no- framework that will help you select program that encourages children appropriate, clarifies how to find nonsense, jargon-free guide and use a variety of technology to think, make, tinker and innovate. educational apps on particular will help educators choose and interactive media tools in your Learn how to leverage children’s use subjects, and illustrates how and implement the right classroom. of digital technologies and introduce the technology can be used in VGEJPQNQI[ǾVQQNU Teaching in the Digital Age engineering skills in a developmentally classroom settings. Digital Decisions Smart Tools for Age 3 to Grade 3 CRRTQRTKCVGǾYC[ +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWI Choosing the Right Technology Brian Puerling +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ9JFHMJWXѣ(MTNHJ +9NQQ^\NL9T^'WFNS(MNQI&\FWI Tools for Early Childhood Education Redleaf Press &\FWIKTW5WJXHMTTQ +2TR X'JXY&\FWI,41) Fran Simon and Karen Nemeth Item # 30080 | US $39.95 Creative Investigations +(WJFYN[J(MNQI2FLF_NSJ8JFQTK Item # 10023 | US $34.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 272 pp. *]HJQQJSHJ&\FWI in Early Engineering PB, 8.5 x 11, 192 pp. Buckleitner’s Guide to Using eBook Item # e10023 FSI࣢9JHMSTQTL^ Angela Eckhoff, PhD 9FGQJYX\NYM࣢>TZSL(MNQIWJS Item # 10545 | US $16.95 Warren Buckleitner, PhD PB, 7 x 10, 112 pp. Item # 10201 | US $12.95 eBook Item # e10545 PB, 8.5 x 11, 104 pp. eBook Item # e10201 See the complete STEAM FREE ACTIVITIES Creative Investigations Our extensive resource library has you covered. series on page 36. gryphonhouse.com/activities/category/technology

2 years & up. When children click these pieces together 3 years & up. Everyone loves to stack and connect the chunky components and then flip the switch, they'll get either a spinning fan, to create colorful robots of all shapes and sizes. Made from eco-friendly a glowing light, or a whistling siren. All switch blocks are rubberwood with child-safe stains, the playset develops creative thinking and interchangeable for mixing, matching, and experimenting. problem-solving skills. Requires 6 AA batteries (not included). Tinker Totter Robots Playset and Game (28-Piece Set) Start-Up Circuits Item # 41003 | US $30.95 Item # 40641 | US $23.95

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2 years & up. Build your town any way you like with this 26-piece interchangeable set. These all-wood pieces link together to create sturdy structures for unlimited play. Pieces measure approximately 6" to 12". The Happy Architect Town (26 Pieces) Item # 40813 | US $65.95 This book provides the guidance and Experience the joy of learning through inspiration to use blocks to teach block play. Each activity includes 21st century skills and encourage an explanation of what children are development in a variety of domains. learning and encourages development Creative Block Play in the areas of problem solving, math, Strong Foundations in Language, Math, science, language, and social skills. and Social Skills +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ Rosanne Regan Hansel (MTNHJ&\FWI Redleaf Press Block Play Item # 30236 | US $39.95 The Complete Guide to Learning PB, 8.5 x 11, 200 pp. FSI࣢5QF^NSL\NYM'QTHPX Sharon MacDonald Item # 19327 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 192 pp. eBook Item # e19327

3 years & up. These Foundation Sets are designed to exercise early engineering concepts, collaboration, and the study of matter, motion and mathematics. Plastic building and roadway clips stabilize builds. Drawbridges and loops to enable taller, sturdier and more mobile tracks and builds. Simplified, wooden cars with soft plastic wheels easily glide across the solid wood tracks while carrying algebraic people designed for mathematical and dramatic play activities. 2 years & up. Inspired by prehistoric building blocks. Foundation Set includes Concept Cards for building examples and language associations. Made Different sizes help children understand weight, gravity from beech wood and polypropylene plastic. Requires standard unit blocks for proper building and patterns. Inspiration cards encourage children to experience. creatively stack and build using the natural blocks to Block Science Foundation Sets create familiar objects. Set of 20. Set A (55 Piece Set) | Item # 40294 | US $132.95 Wood Stackers: Standing Stones (Set of 20) Set B (92 Piece Set) | Item # 40295 | US $179.95 Item # 41062 | US $44.95 Set C (155 Piece Set) | Item # 40296 | US $389.95

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Engage children with meaningful constructive play! Includes strategies for creating and scaffolding the block-play experience, recommends children’s books that support the learning, and outlines ways to match behaviors, content, and concepts to learning standards. Let’s Build 3 years & up. A fantastic collection of realistic pretend bricks and rocks! Weatherproof and 8YWTSL+TZSIFYNTSXNS1FSLZFLJ2FYMFSI࣢8THNFQ Skills lightweight, these unique foam builders stack easily for endless creative building projects. Pamela C. Phelps Sets contain 25 pieces. Item # 10022 | US $24.95 Foam Brick and Rock Builders PB, 8.5 x 11, 134 pp. Brick Builder Set | Item # 40298 | US $159.95 eBook Item # e10022 Rock Wall Builder Set | Item # 40077 | US $159.95

Using block-shelf labels to organize the block area allows children to clearly and confidently interact with all the block area has to offer. The simple and specific block-shelf labels compliment all block sets, are visually appealing, and invite children into the space. Clean with warm water and mild soap. Block Labels Item # 40622 | US $19.95

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3 years & up. Aspiring drivers can add more movement to any Block Science 3 years & up. This large wooden tow truck teaches children how to use Foundation Set with this set of 2 cars. Over-molded plastic wheels clip wheel and axle technology. Crank the handle in the front of the truck bed onto smooth sanded rubberwood car units with seats for both a driver and to watch how the pulley works by raising and lowering cargo. Measures passenger. Use the secure hitches to make an extended moveable unit. Ū*ZŪ&ZŪ. Block Science Cars Set Block Science Big Tow Truck Item # 40297 | US $14.95 Item # 40375 | US $89.95

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2 years & up. Designed for developing shape and color identification, matching, and thinking skills. Shapes include circle, square, triangle, rectangle, The perfect way to turn children's With your guidance, preschoolers can oval, hexagon, star and heart. love of active games into learning figure out how the world of mathematics Sorting Shapes Cupcakes opportunities! The activities in each works and how math works in their world. Item # 40711 | US $22.95 chapter are organized by level of This book gives teachers practical ideas difficulty, and each one incorporates for intentionally fostering young children's fun, exciting math experiences with hands-on explorations. movement. Most activities require few Creative Investigations or no materials and include related NS࣢*FWQ^2FYM children's books or music to extend the Angela Eckhoff, PhD learning. Item # 10541 | US $16.95 See the complete +N5FWJSYNSL2JINF&\FWI PB, 7 x 10, 128 pp. eBook Item # e10541 STEAM Creative FREE Jump Into Math Investigations series Active Learning for Preschool Children ACTIVITIES Rae Pica on page 36. Our extensive resource Item # 15757 | US $14.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 132 pp. library has you covered. eBook Item # e15757 gryphonhouse.com/ activities/category/ math

This introduction to early math concepts This book features more than 600 creative will be a surefire hit with young children. math activities. Organized by curriculum area Children can go on a geometric shape hunt, and time of day, each activity is complete with measure with pompoms, or find missing math concepts, materials needed, and step-by- numbers. Each chapter begins with the step instructions. easiest activities and progresses to more The GIANT Encyclopedia of Math difficult ones. 2 years & up. A fine-motor manipulative and number Activities for Children 3 to 6 builder all in one yummy set of ice cream pops! Pop +N5FWJSYNSL2JINF&\FWI Written by Teachers for Teachers the shell over the matching dots to make a match. Math in Minutes Edited by Kathy Charner, Maureen Murphy, and Charlie Clark Perfect for practicing 1-to-1 correspondence with Easy Activities for Children Ages 4-8 Sharon MacDonald Item # 16948 | US $34.95 numbers from 1-10. Includes 10 pops approximately PB, 8.5 x 11, 528 pp. 3"H x 2"W. Item # 12795 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 208 pp. Number Pops™ eBook Item # e12795 Item # 40691 | US $22.95

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Natural Sorting Tray

Ladybug Stones

Usable for any teacher. With Art Math, Body Math, Unique features in every chapter. Includes Moving Math, Wet and Messy Math, and more, intriguing math activities, evaluation children love these 140 activities that bring math criteria, and a newsletter for parents. to life in the classroom! Each math concept is introduced with 2 years & up. Made from FSC approved beech wood. +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI a story and ends with suggestions for The 9-sections arranged in a 3 x 3 array are perfect to Preschool Math home connections. help children sort according to particular criteria such Robert Williams, Debbie Cunningham, and Joy Lubawy +5FWJSY(TZSHNQ&\FWI as size, shape, number, color, or pattern. Item # 12753 | US $19.95 Count on Math Natural Sorting Tray PB, 8.5 x 11, 240 pp. Activities for Small Hands and Lively Minds Item # 40121 | US $31.95 eBook Item # e12753 Pam Schiller and Lynne Peterson Item # 18251 | US $24.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 272 pp. 3 years & up. The Ladybug Stones are durable and weatherproof, they can be used to explore counting to 20, odd and even numbers, and addition and subtraction. Includes two each of 0-10 (22 ladybugs). 3 years & up. Teach weight and measurement Ladybug Stones with this strong, durable, plastic balance. Item # 40166 | US $31.95 Detachable buckets with sliding compensators for zero adjustments. Includes five each of 5 gram and 10 gram Hexagram® weights. Ǿ.Z9Z* Pan Balance Item # 40117 | US $31.95

3 years & up. The Big Tape Measure is just like a carpenter's, except that it is child- friendly. Measure everything in centimeters or inches using this retractable tape measure. The Big Tape Measure is chunky and easy for little hands to use and understand size relationships. 36"/ 100 cm long. All ages. Combine motor and language play! Includes 10 The Big Tape bean bags from 1 to 10. Each bean bag measures 4" x 4". Item # 40578 | US $10.95 Number Bean Bags (Set of 10) Item # 41134 | US $31.95

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Features 100 engaging and fun activities. Learning about shapes has never been so Each activity offers learning objectives to much fun! The result of a nationwide contest, meet standards, a materials list, related this book features 100 activities and fresh children’s books, and an assessment ideas to explore the concept of shapes. component to measure children’s learning. Learn Every Day® About Shapes Learn Every Day® About Numbers Edited by Kathy Charner Edited by Kathy Charner Item # 16247 | US $12.95 Item # 15573 | US $12.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. eBook Item # e16247 eBook Item # e15573

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Provides teachers with engrossing learning games that use materials easily found in any early childhood classroom. 30 Fun Ways to Learn About Counting Clare Beswick Item # 13545 | US $12.95 Dinosaur Bones PB, 8 x 10, 80 pp.

Explore the abstract concepts of time and money using games, songs and dramatic play.

3 years & up. These exciting activity cards 30 Fun Ways to Learn are an ideal way to encourage children to About Time and Money Dawn Roper match, count, compare, order and measure Item # 13549 | US $12.95 the bones they discover in the Dinosaur PB, 8 x 10, 80 pp. Bones set (sold separately). The 8" x 11" activity cards are made from durable PVC and can be used outdoors. The 16-piece These activities ignite children’s imaginations Dinosaur Bone set can be buried in sand, and engage their creativity and critical thinking. soil, or water. Dinosaur Bones Match & Measuring 30 Fun Ways to Learn Dinosaur Bones Item # 40116 | US $33.95 with Blocks and Boxes Match & Measuring Cards Item # 40115 | US $21.95 Clare Beswick Item # 13548 | US $12.95 PB, 8 x 10, 80 pp.

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Learn through Song!

A treasury of hard-to-find classics, this With more than 250 songs, rhymes, and guide includes song lyrics, activities, and chants, this book offers fun ways to enrich book connections. toddlers’ language experiences. +9MJ1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ9JFHMJWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI +5FWJSYѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI And the Cow Jumped +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI Over the Moon! )T>TZ0ST\YMJ2ZKܪS2FS$ Over 650 Activities to Teach Toddlers 700 Literacy Activities Using Familiar Rhymes and Songs Favorite Rhymes and Songs Pam Schiller and Thomas Moore Pam Schiller and Thomas Moore Item # 13484 | US $19.95 eBook Item # 19624 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 256 pp. eBook Item # e13484

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Jump into Literacy combines children’s Engage young children's minds and Open the door to reading, writing, Comprised of ready-made, love of active games with over 100 capture their undivided attention and a lifetime of learning with this open-ended lessons that help lively literacy activities. These games with 16 stories, complete with exciting introduction to 26 letter educators integrate STEM will engage the whole child in moving storytelling tips and new activities. "friends"! Start children on a path learning into the early childhood and playing as a way to develop the The storytelling tips bring the tales to toward reading with more than 200 classroom. Lessons encourage literacy skills needed for reading and life, while the activities expand and activities, games, and songs that creative ideas for three- writing. Each activity is complete with enhance each one. The book is easy introduce them to the alphabet. dimensional STEM learning that a literacy objective, a materials list, to use: just read the story, noting the I Love Letters! are developmentally appropriate instructions, and extension activities. hints and tips for dramatic effect. More Than 200 Quick & Easy and exemplified through +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ Then put the book away, pick up the Activities to Introduce Young children's literature. (MTNHJ&\FWI accompanying story outline, and Children to Letters and Literacy Teaching STEM Literacy Jean Feldman and Holly Karapetkova +N5FWJSYNSL2JINF&\FWI weave your spell! A Constructivist Approach +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWI +5FWJSYѣX,ZNIJYT(MNQIWJSѣX2JINF&\FWI Item # 19206 | US $16.95 for Ages 3 to 8 &HFIJRNH X(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI PB, 8.5 x 11, 140 pp. + +5FWJSYѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI Juliana Texley and Ruth M. Ruud Jump into Literacy +'JSOFRNS+WFSPQNS&\FWI Redleaf Press Active Learning for Preschool Children +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWI Item # 30352 | US $39.95 Rae Pica Tell It Again! 2 PB, 8.5 x 11, 178 pp. Item # 15462 | US $14.95 Rebecca Isbell and Shirley Raines PB, 8.5 x 11, 136 pp. Item # 15834 | US $14.95 eBook Item # e15462 PB, 7 x 10, 204 pp. eBook Item # e15834 See more STEM items on page 36.

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Find 65 strategies to support literacy learning, with specific suggestions These practical techniques will help put children on the path to school for dual language learners and recommendations for hundreds of great readiness! Teachers and caregivers will explore fun and engaging ways children’s books, websites, and apps. Each strategy is designed to be to talk, sing, read, write, and play with young children throughout the simple to use with all of the children in your classroom—from the not-yet- day to help them begin developing important preliteracy skills, including readers to the fluent readers—and each strategy is tied to the Common phonological awareness, print awareness, letter knowledge, and Core State Standards for kindergarten through third grade. background knowledge. +&HFIJRNH X(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI +&HFIJRNH X(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI Literacy for All Young Learners Time for a Story Mary Renck Jalongo, PhD Sharing Books with Infants and Toddlers Item # 10303 | US $29.95 Amy Brooks Read and Saroj Nadkarni Ghosting PB, 8.5 x 11, 272 pp. Item # 10058 | US $19.95 eBook #e10303 PB, 8.5 x 11, 176 pp. eBook Item # e10058

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Features the latest research to equip educators and caregivers with the tools and resources to teach young learners how to effectively communicate. Sign language can help them express themselves effectively to adults and peers—without the emotional outbursts caused by frustration! Simple Signing with Young Children A Guide for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Teachers, rev. ed. Carol Garboden Murray D E F Item # 15950 | US $29.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 208 pp. A. Each letter of the alphabet has two D. These 100 plans show teachers eBook Item # e15950 full pages of activities and ideas. how to help children develop and L Is for Lion practice the literacy skills they need And Other Playful Alphabet Fun to become successful readers. Between the Lions® Staff Wild About Group Time Item # 13526 | US $12.95 Simple Literacy Plans for Preschool PB, 8 x 10, 80 pp. Item # 15006 | US $24.95 eBook Item # e13526 PB, 8.5 x 11, 224 pp. eBook Item # e15006 B. With on-the-go games that are perfect for busy lifestyles, this book is E. The ideas and activities in this filled with literacy games for parents book enrich learning centers with to play with children. experiences that help children This first signing guide for young children contains over forty key signs. become successful readers. Designed for parents and carers to share with babies. What Does a Lion Say? And Other Playful Language Games Wild About Learning Centers My First Signs Item # 14010 | US $14.95 Literacy Experiences A Baby Signing Book PB, 5.5 x 8.5, 128 pp. for the Preschool Classroom Annie Kubler eBook Item # e14010 Item # 13522 | US $24.95 Child’s Play | Item # 40381 | US $6.99 | BB, 8 x 8, 12 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 240 pp. eBook Item # e13522 This signing guide for young children contains forty-eight animal signs C. Perfect for story time, circle time, taken from American Sign Language. play time, or anytime, these Between F. More than 150 activities that the Lions plush dolls will brighten any My First Animal Signs feature theme connections, classroom or playroom! Each of the A Baby Signing Book vocabulary, materials and four lion characters is available. Annie Kubler preparation, and extension ideas. Child’s Play | Item # 27178 | US $6.99 | BB, 8 x 8, 12 pp. Between the Lions Plush Wild About Literacy Theo | Item # 20012 | US $10.00 Fun Activities for Preschool Lionel | Item # 20010 | US $10.00 Item # 15702 | US $24.95 Cleo | Item # 20013 | US $10.00 PB, 8.5 x 11, 232 pp. Leona | Item # 20011 | US $10.00 eBook Item # e15702

These full-color alphabet cards teach letter recognition and phonemic awareness while improving children’s vocabulary. 3 years & up. Includes instructions for 30+ games designed to teach children basic storytelling and writing skills while helping them practice Lion Letters: identifying emotions and taking the perspectives of others. 36 cards &QUMFGJY࣢(FWI,FRJ Item # 11311 | US $4.95 included. Box measures 4.5" x 5.5" x 1.25". 52 Cards, 2.5 x 3.75 Build-a-Story Cards: Magical Castle - Card Deck Item # 41214 | US $13.95

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Provides educators with an inquisitive, explorative approach to boost young learners’ creativity and critical-thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills through artistic expression. Creative Investigations in Early Art Angela Eckhoff, PhD Item # 15949 | US $18.95 PB, 7 x 10, 112 pp. eBook Item # e15949

Features dozens of perfect gift Create unique, exciting ideas that will make gift-giving toys and props to See the complete STEAM meaningful again! Children help children learn in Creative Investigations ages three to eight can make appropriate ways. Don't series on page 36. unique presents for moms, dads, recycle that cereal box: grandparents, friends, teachers reuse it to make a simple — all of the special people in their puzzle! This book will lives! make you look at the +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL(JSYJW everyday items around Emphasizes adapting activities to suit the 8JFQTK&UUWT[FQ you in a whole new way. particular interests of each child, while also taking

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Uses materials commonly found in the home, child-care, or preschool program. This activity book offers over 200 process-oriented art experiences for children ages 3 to 6. There are no adult-made samples to offer — children explore, discover and create open-ended art experiences. +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI +'JSOFRNS+WFSPQNS&\FWI Preschool Art It’s the process, not the product MaryAnn F. Kohl Item # 16985 | US $24.95 FREE PB, 11 x 8.5, 260 pp. ACTIVITIES Our extensive resource library has you covered. gryphonhouse.com/ activities/category/art

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With 52 weeks of fantastic art projects using easy- to-find, everyday materials, this book provides a year of creativity, imagination, and fun for children ages 4-10! Organized alphabetically by material, each week features one everyday material and provides five days of unique activities. +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWI +5FWJSY9JXYJI5FWJSY&UUWT[JI2JINF&\FWI +8NQ[JW2TTSGJFR(MNQIWJSѣX'TTP&\FWI Art with Anything 52 Weeks of Fun Using Everyday Stuff MaryAnn F. Kohl Item # 15773 | US $19.95 | PB, 11 x 8.5, 128 pp. eBook Item # e15773

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These easy-to-do activities use everyday household items to create sculptures, decorations, paintings, drawings, and much more. Each activity is accompanied by a map showing the geographic location of its source and facts on the native land, culture or history. +5FWJSYѣX,ZNIJYT(MNQIWJSѣX2JINF&\FWI Global Art Activities, Projects, and Inventions from Around the World MaryAnn F. Kohl and Jean Potter 3 years & up. Create impressions and textures Item # 18827 | US $16.95 | PB, 11 x 8.5, 190 pp. using this set of tools with paint or clay/dough. eBook Item # e18827 These durable tools are made from hard rubber and easily clean up with soap and water. More than 75 fun-filled art adventures will start Jumbo Paint and Clay Explorer Rollers children on a journey full of exploration and creativity! (Set of 8) They will joyfully squeeze rainbows, make their own Item # 40893 | US $25.95 jewelry, and create their very own painted paper quilts. First Art for Toddlers and Twos Open-Ended Art Experiences MaryAnn F. Kohl with Renee Ramsey and Dana Bowman Item # 10017 | US $19.95 | PB, 11 x 8.5, 128 pp. eBook Item # e10017

Look no further for over 150 creative art experiences for children ages 5 to 8. Each art experience has three parts. It starts with a simple activity that explores the qualities and properties of the materials, progresses VQǾCPKPVTQFWEVQT[GZRGTKGPEGCPFHKPKUJGUYKVJC OQTGǾEQORNGZCTVGZRGTKGPEG +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI +N5FWJSYNSL2JINF&\FWI Six different textures create a variety of new Primary Art painting effects. Each brush is 6 1/2"long and has It’s the Process, Not the Product a plastic handle. MaryAnn F. Kohl Item # 17829 | US $19.95 | PB, 11 x 8.5, 184 pp. Fabric Brushes (Set of 6) eBook Item # e17829 Item # 41253 | US $32.95

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Transform the classroom into an artist's studio with these easy edible art Fifty easy activities turn the food that’s already in your refrigerator experiences. This book of child-centered recipes and activities will help children into works of art! Prepare fun, creative concoctions in minutes. Make create edible masterpieces they will love serving to friends and family. Child- FKPQUCWTGIIUVQOCVQVQYGTUCNRJCDGVUCPFYKEJGUCPFǾOQTG readable icons make choosing recipes and following steps simple. Snacktivities! +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI 50 Edible Activities for Parents and Children +5FWJSY(TZSHNQ&\FWI MaryAnn F. Kohl and Jean Potter Cooking Art Robins Lane Press | Item # 16824 | US $9.95 Easy Edible Art for Young Children PB, 6.5 x 7, 128 pp. MaryAnn F. Kohl and Jean Potter Item # 18237 | US $19.95 PB, 11 x 8.5, 192 pp. eBook Item # e18237

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From the drops of rainwater to the tinkling of wind chimes, Whatever your resources or musical Who says you need an opera singer’s the science of sound is all around. Most preschool ability, this book is a step-by-step, no- voice to teach music to young children? teachers have musical instruments in their classrooms nonsense guide to confident, effective Fascinating, easy activities help even the but may not realize they can use them for science music teaching. Bursting with inspiring most tone-deaf adult show children the explorations. Science, technology, engineering, arts, and music ideas, it has practical instructions wonder and magic of making and hearing math—STEAM—these explorations are crucial for laying for engaging lessons covering the entire music. All you need are things like rubber a solid foundation for later learning. In Exploring the subject. Offers guidance and activities bands, paper clips, jingle bells and paper Science of Sounds, discover 100 activities that let children covering all musical elements such as plates to bring the joy of music to children. explore the science of music and sound using materials rhythm, composition, listening, playing +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI easy to find for a preschool classroom. Children will use and singing. The I Can’t Sing Book their bodies to create sounds, explore the relationship Kickstart Music Early Years For Grownups Who Can’t Carry a Tune between size and pitch, investigate how tempo affects the Music Activities Made Simple in a Paper Bag...But Want to Do Music way we listen to sounds, create musical instruments, and Anice Paterson and David Wheway with Young Children much more. A & C Black Jackie Silberg +&HFIJRNHX (MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI Item # 20339 | US $29.95 Item # 15921 | US $14.95 PB, 7 x 10, 192 pp. +(WJFYN[J(MNQI5WJKJWWJI(MTNHJ&\FWI PB, 8.5 x 11.5, 64 pp. eBook Item # e15921 Exploring the Science of Sounds Abigail Flesch Connors Item # 15925 | US $16.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 200 pp. eBook Item # e15925

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3 years & up. Take a walk with music! Beautiful market basket is filled with the sounds of music. Basket holds 11 durable instruments: Striped Rhythm Sticks, Den Den Drum, Handle Castanet Clapper, Wood Maracas, Crow Sounder, Wood Claves, and Wooden Jungle Stick. Perfect for taking music outside! Let’s Make Music Basket Item # 41121 | US $77.95

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Expand curriculum into the outdoor environment! This kit provides a variety of learning experiences in a fun, hands-on way. Exploring music and rhythm helps to develop the foundations of early math, science, language and social- emotional development as children play together.

Kit Includes • 2 sleigh bells • 1 cymbal with mallet • 1 block with mallet • 2 rhythm sticks • 1 crow sounder with mallet • 1 triangle with striker • 2 maracas • 1 juggling scarf pack • 2 Out & About Music Move • 1 Sterilite 20-qt. gasket box Kit labels • 1 rainbow rhythm ribbon • 1 Out & About Music activity The stackable box provided with this kit has card set a watertight seal, ideal for outdoor storage.

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Teachers will enjoy the energy these activities bring to the classroom, and children will love learning while having fun! The 6 months & up. Children practice eye- activities in this book will have hand coordination while developing children dancing and singing as rhythm and sound differentiation with they discover melody and rhythm, this 4-piece mini-orchestra. both with instruments and with Mini Orchestra their own bodies. Item # 40564 | US $26.95 30 Fun Ways to Learn About Music Anice Paterson and David Wheway Item # 13547 | US $12.95 PB, 8 x 10, 80 pp.

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3 years & up. Enough pieces for the whole class! Includes a wave drum, child's drum with drum sticks, Clatter Pillar, 5" pair of cymbals, 3 pair of maracas, 3 tambourines with handles, and 5 shakers. 15-Piece Classroom Rhythm Set Item # 40580 | US $129.95

Includes songs about the 4 seasons, growth and change, and weather and clothing. Songbirds: Seasons Songs for 4-7 year olds Ana Sanderson A & C Black | Item # 20348 | US $27.95 PB + CD 48 pp. 12 months & up. Toddlers will be Includes songs about the body, the five senses, growth and moving and shaking change, food and drink, and movement and feelings. to their own beat with Songbirds: Me this set of 5 musical Songs for 4-7 year olds instruments. Includes Ana Sanderson mini rainboshakers, A & C Black | Item # 20349 | US $27.95 shaker, bells, mini PB + CD 48 pp. sound sea drum and mini maracas plus A hands-on guide to making musical instruments with anything Toddler Band CD. from newspapers to balloons. %QNQTUOC[ǾXCT[ Pat-a-cake, make and shake Toddler’s First Make and Play Your Own Musical Instruments Band Set Sue Nicholls Item # 40579 | US $35.95 A & C Black | Item # 20346 | US $33.95 PB + CD, 5 x 5, 64 pp.

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This unique book shows how to make music with everyday objects. Learn how to create body rhythms and sounds from textures and surfaces using beaters, beats, rhythm, and other discoveries. The Little Book TK࣢/ZSP2ZXNH Little Books with Big Ideas Simon MacDonald A & C Black Item # 20352 | US $15.95 PB, 5.8 x 8.5, 64 pp.

This unique book contains ideas for introducing and extending experiences of sound and music for babies and young children. Each full-page spread contains experiences and ideas for each of the four developmental stages from birth to three and extends learning into the early stepping stones for the preschool years. Sound and Music Progression in Play for Babies and Children Liz Williams and Sally Featherstone A & C Black Item # 20340 | US $9.95 PB, 40 pp. 3 months & up. Fun shapes and different sounds will make these Provides educators with ideas for supporting the progression of vital fine- easy-to-hold shakers a favorite with the little ones. The fish makes motor skills. Each page has a series of activity boxes that are labeled for a swishing sound, the snail softly knocks and the ladybug jingles. each age group, showing how rhythm and movement are approached by Set of 6 comes with 2 of each shape. children at different stages of development. Ladybug, Fish & Snail Shakers (Set of 6) Item # 40574 | US $41.95 Movement and Beat Progression in Play for Babies and Children Sally Featherstone A & C Black Item # 20341 | US $9.95 PB, 40 pp.

6 months & up. Build auditory and cognitive development with these wooden animal shakers. Easy to hold and play, the shakers produce a soft and pleasant sound. Due to availability, shakers may vary. Set of 4. Soft Sounds Wooden Animal Shakers Item # 40138 | US $37.95

A musical treat—15 lively, enchanting Instantly performable pieces of stories and chants. With downloadable classroom magic. This baker’s dozen 19 months & up. This lesson plans, teachers will be able to of traditional tales is a much-loved instrument makes a clicking weave the stories into their curriculum. resource of musical fun through stories. sound that changes with play. It can start as a gentle ripple Three Tapping Teddies Three Singing Pigs then become a clattering Musical Stories and Chants Making Music with Traditional Stories crescendo that brings smiles for the Very Young Kaye Umansky Kaye Umansky A & C Black across toddler's faces. A & C Black Item # 20343 | US $25.95 Clatter Item # 20342 | US $23.95 PB, 5 x 5, 64 pp. Item # 40139 | US $25.95 PB, 5 x 5, 64 pp.

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Use nature-based principles to turn your traditional classroom Going for a walk or exploring the local community can offer into an engaging learning environment. Preschool Beyond Walls much more than just exercise. Little Walks, Big Adventures helps shows practical and strategic ways educators can create rich, you teach your toddler about the surroundings through fun and explorative and interdisciplinary learning through extensive adventurous local explorations, outdoor games and activities outdoor experiences. that promote and enhance learning. Parents and caregivers will Preschool Beyond Walls help their toddlers enhance vocabulary, motor skills, language Blending Early Childhood Education skills, cognitive skills, and more! and Nature-Based Learning +(WJFYN[J(MNQI&\FWIX'TTPTKYMJ>JFW Rachel A. Larimore Little Walks, Big Adventures Item # 15940 | US $34.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 128 pp. 50+ Ideas for Exploring with Toddlers eBook Item # e15940 Erin Buhr, MEd Item # 15938 | US $19.95 PB, 7 x 10, 160 pp. eBook Item # e15938

4 years & up. Sturdy, safe plastic with 35mm 4 years & up. Built-in stands allow hands- lenses that magnify six times. Features an free viewing. Each magnifier's plastic lens 2 years & up. This realistic set of speckled adjustable focus dial and a clip-on strap. Color measures 4 1/2" in diameter and offers 4.5X eggs contains three pairs with matching may vary. magnification. Set includes 6 colors. Plastic sounds. Children will delight in finding out Binoculars magnifiers measure 8"L each. which eggs go together and have the same Item # 40140 | US $13.95 /ZRGT2FLSNܪJWX sound—and then mixing them up again to have Item # 40145 | US $35.95 another turn! Contains 6 eggs measuring 2.5"x 1.875" inches each. Sensory Sound Eggs (Set of 6) Item # 40666 | US $30.95

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In this full-color book, teachers and caregivers This book offers extraordinary nature-based This inspirational book promotes play will find 40 hands-on activities effective in experiences to encourage educators and young among natural elements. Seasons of Play engaging young children in investigating children to bring the natural world into the early takes readers on a photographic journey nature, both indoors and outdoors, on the childhood classroom. through real child-care centers that have school grounds, and on excursions around Bringing the Outside In embraced the philosophy that natural play the neighborhood. Through fostering a love of Ideas for Creating Nature-Based Classroom environments create new opportunities nature, the activities promote all areas of early Experiences for Young Children for children to explore and grow. Using the childhood education and development. Sandra Duncan and Jody Martin author’s own photos and renderings, the +(WJFYN[J(MNQI2FLF_NSJ5WJKJWWJI(MTNHJ&\FWI Child Care Exchange book illustrates how to design natural play +&HFIJRNHXѣ(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI Item # 30356 | US $44.00 environments that encourage exploration PB, 9 x 9, 296 pp. Learning Is in Bloom and creativity in all seasons of the year. Cultivating Outdoor Explorations +(WJFYN[J(MNQI2FLF_NSJ5WJKJWWJI(MTNHJ&\FWI Ruth Wilson, PhD Seasons of Play Item # 10066 | US $19.95 Natural Environments of Wonder PB, 7 x 10, 168 pp. Rusty Keeler eBook Item # e10066 Item #10062 | US $19.95 PB, 7 x 10, 216 pp. eBook Item # e10062

3 years & up. Create a truly sensory experience in the science center. 2 years & up. Invite children into a world of outdoor exploration while they seek Recreate sounds such as the quack of a duck or rasp of a frog or the objects of certain colors, textures, and other attributes. The included activity roar of thunder. Children will delight in the power of sound. Includes guide introduces multiple ways to incorporate matching, patterning, vocabulary, Thunder Tube, Rainstick, Quack Stick, Owl Whistle, Frog Rasp, and and more into this engaging set. Set includes: 24 tiles, wooden tray, and activity Instructional Video. guide. Wooden sorting tray measures: 20"L x 3" W x 1"H. Nature Sounds Kit Nature Seek and Sort Item # 41013 | US $56.95 Item # 40334 | US $30.95

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Over 100 teacher-created, child-tested activities engage children’s minds and bodies as they explore the limitless bounds of the outdoors! Themes include colors, shapes, art, touch, sound and sight, plants and gardening, bubbles and air, light and shadow, animals and insects, play, large motor skills. 3 years & up. Support outdoor learning with our Outdoor Sand Trays. Each tray comes with Let’s Take It Outside! a lid and is made from eco-friendly, sustainable eucalyptus wood. Each tray measures 4"H x 17 1/3"L x 15"W. Teacher-Created Activities for Outdoor Learning Edited by Kathy Charner, Mary Rein, Outdoor Sand Trays (Set of 4) and Brittany Roberts Item # 40768 | US $259.95 Item # 10037 | US $19.95 PB, 8 x 9, 144 pp. eBook Item # e10037

Bring your STEM and math lessons outside! Featuring ten soft bug bodies with a cushioned grip and a handle on each side, totaling up to twenty handles, Walking Rope comes in a vinyl storage bag with zipper. Measures 13 1/2 feet 3 years & up. Scale includes 2 buckets. Made from eco- long. Machine washable. friendly, sustainable eucalyptus wood. Measures 25 1/2"H x 31 1/2"W x 52"L. Little Bug Walking Rope Item # 40773 | US $42.95 Outdoor Scale Item # 40769 | US $159.95

Flexible, weather-resistant clipboards with a handy paper storage pocket on the back — perfect for outdoor journaling, map drawing, or creative expression. Set of 3. Outdoor Clipboards Item # 40143 | US $22.95 Get back to nature with these unique pencils made from real twigs! Perfect for outdoor journaling, drawing, and writing. 7" NQPI5GVǾQH Twig Pencils Item # 40142 | US $19.95

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Easily turn your classroom into an environment that encourages movement experiences rich in sensory, perceptual, and visual-motor experiences. Through simple strategies and activities, Move to Learn seamlessly integrates fine and gross motor-skill development across the early childhood curriculum, including language and literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, creative representation, and social skills. +9NQQ^\NL9T^'WFNS(MNQI&\FWI +&HFIJRNHXѣ(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI +(WJFYN[J(MNQI&\FWI5WJKJWWJI(MTNHJ Move to Learn Integrating Movement into the Early Childhood Curriculum Joye Newman, MA, and Miriam P. Feinberg, PhD Item # 10703 | US $14.95 PB, 7 x 10, 136 pp. eBook Item # e10703

Features more than 150 active-learning experiences based on popular children's books. With theme connections, related books and music, lesson objectives, a vocabulary list, a concept list, and Playing is learning! Young children learn best through play. activities, this book will engage young children with Planning for Play helps educators understand the different hours of exciting literacy lessons! types of play and the rich opportunities offered through +N5FWJSYNSL2JINF&\FWI carefully planned time and environments designed for Read! Move! Learn! valuable pre-K play experiences. Active Stories for Active Learners +(WJFYN[J(MNQI5WJKJWWJI(MTNHJ&\FWI Carol Totsky Hammett KTW5WJXHMTTQ1JFWSNSL'TTPX and Nicki Collins Geigert Planning for Play Item # 13497 | US $19.95 Strategies for Guiding Preschool Learning PB, 8.5 x 11.5, 232 pp. Kristen Kemple, PhD eBook Item # e13497 Item # 10538 | US $14.95 PB, 7 x 10, 184 pp. eBook Item # e10538

No special materials, extra space, or props are required. Activities will help young children actively explore letters and numbers as they develop number sense, practice counting and rhyming, and learn about letter shapes and story structure. Up, Down, Move Around–Math and Literacy Active Learning for Preschoolers Deborah Kayton Michals Item # 10008 | US $24.95 PB, 8.5 x 11.5, 148 pp. eBook Item # e10008

Use this book to explore this aspect of children's creative This book is packed with activities that will have children development. The Little Book of Dance helps you to plan jumping, shaking, rolling, dancing, and clapping as they learn. and extend children’s dance experiences through a Get children moving as they learn about healthy foods, series of flexible sessions. CD for the music is available exercise, and living a healthy lifestyle. The exercises can be separately. done as transitions or 5- to 10-minute enrichment activities. The Little Book of Dance Up, Down, Move Around–Nutrition and Motor Skills Little Books with Big Ideas Active Learning for Preschoolers Julie Quinn and Naomi Wager Deborah Kayton Michals A & C Black Item # 11501 | US $24.95 Item # 20350 | US $15.95 PB, 8.5 x 11.5, 144 pp. PB, 5 x 8, 96 pp. eBook Item # e11501 CD Item # 20351 | US $23.95

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These wacky activities encourage A hands-on resource for any classroom teacher, Grounded in best practices and current research, experimentation and problem solving, care provider, or parent and an ideal tool for this hands-on resource connects the dots that link while everyone (adults included!) is coaches, mentors, and professional-development brain activity, motor and sensory development, having fun. Encourage children to think trainers. Includes step-by-step activities that movement, and early learning. Teachers, parents, creatively, problem solve, and have fun help children develop physical, cognitive, social, and caregivers of children birth to age seven will while learning. This collection of open- and emotional foundations for early learning and find a wealth of information, actionable tips, and ended ideas is a book teachers and school readiness. Includes diagrams and photos games they can use to support children’s healthy parents will want to keep handy. along with teaching tips to advance and automate development. A final section offers easy-to- 101 Easy, Wacky, Crazy Activities children’s foundational physical capabilities. implement activities geared to the Kinetic Scale. for Young Children Digital content includes customizable forms from A Moving Child Is a Learning Child Carole H. Dibble and Kathy H. Lee the book. How the Body Teaches the Brain to Think Item # 18642 | US $12.95 Move, Play, and Learn with Smart Steps Gill Connell and Cheryl McCarthy PB, 7 x 10, 144 pp. Sequenced Activities to Build the Body Free Spirit Publishing | Item # 30134 | US $34.99 eBook Item # e18642 and the Brain (Birth to Age 7) PB, 7.25 x 9.25, 336 pp. Gill Connell, Wendy Pirie, M.H.Sc., and Cheryl McCarthy Free Spirit Publishing Item # 30220 | US $34.99 PB, 8.5 x 11, 208 pp.

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Helps ensure your child is ready This book makes it easy for children to bring Get dozens of easy-to-do scenarios that will spark open- for school. Organized by age for their imaginations to life! Think inside the ended play explorations. Teachers can get the most easy reference, the dozens of (prop) box! With 50 themes that inspire hours out of this critical development time with thoughtful creative, inexpensive activities of dramatic play and creativity, lists of props, preparations that allow the children to freely explore their require a few or no materials and easy extensions, related vocabulary, and creativity and learn from each other. Using simple props CTGGCU[VQFQYKVJCP[ǾEJKNF associated children’s literature. and donated items, the book shows how centers can be Everyday Play +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ transformed into rich and rewarding learning spaces. Fun Games to Develop the Fine 9JFHMJWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI +NSFQNXY +(WJFYN[J(MNQI2FLF_NSJ X'TTPTKYMJ>JFW&\FWI Motor Skills Your Child Needs Prop Box Play +&HFIJRNH X(MTNHJ&\FWI for School 50 Themes to Inspire Dramatic Play +9JFHMJW X(MTNHJ&\FWI Christy Isbell Ann Barbour and Blanche Desjean-Perrotta Play Today Item # 13350 | US $12.95 Item # 13615 | US $16.95 Building the Young Brain Through Creative Expression PB, 5.5 x 8.5, 128 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 160 pp. Ann Barbour, PhD eBook Item # e13350 eBook Item # e13615 Item #10059 | US $14.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 144 pp. eBook Item # e10059

3 years & up. Make continuous streams of bubbles. Simply pour bubble liquid into the reservoir, press the button on top, and watch the fun begin! Includes 4 oz. bubbles. Requires 4 AA 4 years & up. Set of 16 cards. Cards are divided into three batteries (not included). categories, easy, intermediate, and challenging. Bubble Blastin’ Body Poetry: Animal Action Cards Machine Item # 40575 | US $26.95 Item # 41133 | US $16.95

2 years & up. Different sizes help children understand weight, gravity and patterns. Inspiration cards encourage children to build creatively using the natural blocks to create 4 years & up. Set of 16 cards. Cards are divided into three familiar objects. Set of 20. categories, easy, intermediate, and challenging. Wood Stackers: River Stones (Set of 20) Body Poetry: Yoga Cards Item # 41063 | US $44.95 Item # 40043 | US $26.95

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Enhance your classroom with 200 ways to Encourages even the most inexperienced These new and classic games, each with move and learn. Explore 38 popular themes to teacher, librarian, child-care professional, a noncompetitive twist, get children up encourage children to problem solve, explore or family member to become a storyteller. and moving. Parents and teachers will find their feelings and participate physically in With stories, poems, songs, chants, and everything they need to play over 100 great their own learning. The separate CD puts fingerplays, as well as ideas for working with games, including outside games, musical OWUKEVQVJGRQGOUCPFǾEQPEGRVU puppets and props, these easy-to-follow ideas games, circle games, concept games, and Wiggle, Giggle & Shake focus on literacy skills and are perfect for cooperative games. 200 Ways to Move and Learn engaged, active learning. +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ(MTNHJ&\FWI Rae Pica Story Play Great Games Item # 19284 | US $19.95 Building Language and Literacy for Young Children PB, 8.5 x 11, 192 pp. One Story at a Time 4[JW,FRJXYT)J[JQTU8JQK(TSܪIJSHJ eBook Item # e19284 Mary Jo Huff Problem-Solving Skills, and Cooperation CD | Item # 29431 | US $15.95 Item # 10701 | US $16.95 Rae Pica PB, 8 .5 x 11, 224 pp. Item # 11308 | US $19.95 eBook Item # e10701 PB, 8.5 x 11, 144 pp. eBook Item # e11308

3 years & up. Twenty large, numbered fish flop in a make- believe pond ready to be caught! A fun way to learn early math skills, improve eye-hand coordination while engaging in active play. Includes 20 fish, 2 fishing poles and storage bag. Giant Fishing Set Item # 40653 | US $104.95

18 months & up. This fun, active game helps young children learn the names of colors, shapes, animals, foods, and more while seeking and finding each match. Includes: 36 large, round "Seek 18 months & up. Made of durable plastic with soft, nonslip surface lines Me" photo cards to scatter face- and rings, this unique set allows children to safely experience balance down around the room, and 36 and gain confidence as they explore a path through nature. The pieces matching "Find Me" cards for a can be arranged in endless combinations to develop and enhance gross- parent or teacher to call out. For motor skills. Straight logs are 19"L and tallest stumps are 5 1/2"H. 2 or more players. Step-A-Forest Seek-a-Boo™ Item # 41123 | US $245.95 Item # 40781 | US $21.95

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Perfect for busy families. More than 60 fun games that are designed to play on Over 240 fun-filled games to help babies the bus, in waiting rooms, at the park, or bond with caregivers and family members right at home, Go Anywhere Games for as they develop necessary skills. This book Babies is filled with fantastic learning encourages the development of happy, games. trusting babies who will become happy, +*FWQ^(MNQIMTTI3J\X)NWJHYTWXѣ trusting toddlers. (MTNHJ&\FWI +5FWJSYѣX,ZNIJYT(MNQIWJSѣX2JINF&\FWI Go Anywhere Games +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWI for Babies +'JSOFRNS+WFSPQNS&\FWI +NSFQNXY Jackie Silberg Games to Play with Babies, Robins Lane Press 3rd Edition Item # 16925 | US $10.95 Jackie Silberg PB, 3.5 x 8, 84 pp. Item # 16285 | US $14.95 PB, 6 x 9, 256 pp. eBook Item # e16285

Games and activities designed to help children identify and use their senses— You and your toddler will experience the joy of essential tools for understanding the discovery on every fun-filled page! With over world. The more than 200 activities 200 games, this indispensable book helps in Learning Games delight children by develop areas important for the growth of teaching through play. 12- to 24-month-olds. +N5FWJSYNSL2JINF&\FWI +5FWJSYѣX,ZNIJYT(MNQIWJSѣX2JINF&\FWI +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX,TQI&\FWI +5FWJSYѣX(TZSHNQ&\FWI Learning Games Games to Play with Exploring the Senses Through Play Toddlers, Revised Jackie Silberg Jackie Silberg Item # 19945 | US $14.95 Item # 19587 | US $14.95 PB, 6 x 9, 248 pp. PB, 6 x 9, 256 pp. eBook Item # e19945 eBook Item # e19587

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Teachers and caregivers will find how easy it is to Push Past It! brings a raw, real, and at times Sometimes misbehavior isn’t foster children’s sense of curiosity through these funny approach to handling challenging what it seems. Many children come group explorations that promote social connection behaviors and understanding why most to care with early signs of mental- and positive development. With step-by-step behavior-management strategies don't or behavioral-health issues. Early instructions, Getting to the Heart of Learning work. Author Angela Searcy shares real- childhood professionals are often weaves social-emotional learning into activities world examples, proven solutions, and the first to notice that something is that support math, science, literacy, language, and new approaches to overcoming classroom different. How Can I Help? is a practical motor skills. disruptions using her PUSH PAST IT approach. guide that helps educators first identify +&HFIJRNHXѣ(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI Push Past It! issues and then create nurturing, safe, +9NQQ^\NL9T^'WFNS(MNQI&\FWI A Positive Approach to Challenging and successful learning environments Getting to the Heart of Learning (QFXXWTTR࣢'JMF[NTWX to set up all children for success. Social-Emotional Skills Angela Searcy, EdD How Can I Help? across the Early Childhood Curriculum Item # 15953 | US $24.95 A Teacher’s Guide to Early Childhood Ellen Booth Church PB, 8.5 x 11, 176 (est) pp. Behavioral Health eBook Item # e15953 Item # 10060 | US $16.95 Ginger Welch, PhD PB, 8.5 x 11, 184 pp. Item # 15960 | US $19.95 | PB, 7 x 10, 136 pp. eBook Item # e10060 ebook Item # e15960

4 years & up. Trace the stencils to create over 30 different combinations of emotion! +PENWFGUǾUVGPEKNUOGCUWTKPICRRTQZKOCVGN[ 8 x 8" and idea guide. Mix & Match Emotion Stencils Item # 40439 | US $16.95 The themes in Nurturing Next-Generation Innovators are meant to ask children to notice With the tools and strategies in this book, teachers relationships, investigate same and different, use and caregivers will connect with harmed children and perceptions to develop inductive and deductive start them on the path to healing. Practical strategies reasoning, and evaluate their processes and equip caregivers to help these littlest victims. FREE thinking, all in the context of fun songs, games +&HFIJRNH X(MTNHJ&\FWIX

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From Biting to Hugging helps parents and caregivers Share strategies that will help Teach children the skills to navigate navigate and leverage this increased peer time preschoolers learn to be cooperative their emotional ups and downs in more with strategies that encourage social-emotional team members and kind friends positive ways. Helps educators and development and learning. Discover ways to gently while having fun together. This book administrators recognize various ways handle challenging behaviors and teach prosocial highlights the milestones children tend that preschoolers express their feelings behaviors, while creating responsive adult-child to reach during the preschool years and interact with others. Educators will relationships and environments that enhance the as they develop socially. Educators also learn strategies for supporting and quality of infant and toddler peer experiences. and administrators will see classroom nurturing young children's growth. scenarios that can provide insights +9JFHMJW X(MTNHJ&\FWI Emotional Development into some of the ways young children +&HFIJRNHXѣ(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI of Three- and Four-Year-Olds make social connections, express their From Biting to Hugging Susan A. Miller, EdD preferences, and play together. Item # 15922 | US $19.95 Understanding Social Development PB, 7 x 10, 80 pp. in Infants and Toddlers Social Development eBook Item # e15922 Donna S. Wittmer, PhD, of Three- and Four-Year-Olds and Deanna W. Clauson Susan A. Miller, EdD Item # 15928 | US $24.95 Item # 10065 | US $19.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 192 pp. PB, 7 x 10, 88 pp. eBook Item # e15928 eBook Item # e10065

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2 years & up. These 6 dramatic-play characters express emotions that children Birth & up. Children will relate to this loveable set of bears and will easily relate to. The interchangeable parts: hair, head, feet and bodies, matching blanket that encourage social and emotional development. ǾOCNGCPFHGOCNGCNNQYHQTVJGETGCVKQPQHPGYRGTUQPCNKVKGUCPFRGTUQPCN The four soft and colorful bears will help children identify and label connection to the characters. The 30-piece set includes 2 blue, 2 yellow, and the common emotions of happy, sad, angry, and scared. Each bear is ǾTGFDCNNCPFTQFDQFKGUYKVJIGPFGTPGWVTCNUJKTVUCPFUJQGU/GCUWTGU 11" tall. Machine washable. 3"W x 1 3/4"D x 7"H. Emotion Bears (Set of 4) Better Builder® Emotions Item # 40725 | US $35.95 Item # 40610 | US $39.95

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With a social and emotional development The strategies and activities This book provides everything This sensitive, supportive, focus, The Handy Band songbook offers in Socially Strong, Emotionally educators and caregivers and practical guide provides help with taking turns, washing and Secure help children become need to know to identify answers, ideas, and specific dressing, and respecting ourselves socially and emotionally healthy and intervene in neglectful classroom strategies to move CPFǾQVJGTU for life. Organized into five situations, while also trauma-affected children in The Handy Band chapters, the activities support creating a safe environment positive directions. and build resilience in children A Handy Band of Bright New Songs for young children. +7J[JWJ&\FWIX

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3 years & up. This set of 3 putties contains Liquid Glass, Super 3 years & up. This beautifully crafted set of tactile stones is engraved with Scarab Illusions, and Chameleon Hypercolor putties. Experience faces showing 12 common emotions. Stones are durable in sand and glow-in-the-dark and heat-changing colors encouraging investigation water, indoors and out, providing opportunities to explore emotions across and discovery. different environments. Set of 12 stones measure 2 1/4" wide each. Crazy Aaron’s Putty (Set of 3) Emotion Stones (Set of 12) Item # 40607 | US $43.95 Item # 40517 | US $31.95

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Take a fresh approach to This pioneering resource presents Strengthen the foundation children Young children are naturally community service and giving all the background knowledge need to become successful learners. interested in their world. With back. Teaching young children to and skills you need to effectively Provides information, activities, Social Studies and Me!, you can be socially conscious, community use service learning in your and experiences to develop the support children’s curiosity by oriented, and eager to volunteer preK or primary classroom. seven skills that make up social and using children’s books to engage seems like a daunting task, The guide’s numerous sample emotional intelligence, including them in social studies and especially for busy families with service-learning lesson plans the ability to relate to and play NKVGTCE[ǾNGCTPKPI children of varying ages. Simple are based on field-tested preK with others, express feelings, and +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ Acts brings busy parents practical, and early elementary classroom WPFGTUVCPFJQYQVJGTUǾHGGN 9JFHMJWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI easy-to-do ideas to involve the projects and correlated to +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL Social Studies and Me! whole family in volunteering and PCVKQPCNǾUVCPFCTFU 5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWI Using Children’s Books helping others in the community. Service Learning Seven Skills to Learn About Our World in the PreK–3 Classroom for School Success Sally Anderson with the Vermont Simple Acts Center for the Book The What, Why, and How-To Guide Activities to Develop Social The Busy Family's Guide Item # 10189 | US $24.95 for Every Teacher & Emotional Intelligence to Giving Back PB, 8.5 x 11, 208 pp. Vickie E. Lake, PhD, in Young Children Natalie Silverstein, MPH eBook Item # e10189 Item # 15952 | US $19.95 and Ithel Jones, EdD Pam Schiller PB, 7 x 10, 144 (est) pp. Free Spirit Publishing Item # 14036 | US $14.95 eBook Item # e15952 Item # 30108 | US $39.99 PB, 8 x 10, 128 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 224 pp. eBook Item # e14036

3 years & up. Each brightly colored cushion is printed with facial expressions to encourage children to identify and express their emotions. Cushions are made of durable wipe-clean vinyl. Set of 6 cushions. Measure 16" diameter. Emotion Floor Cushions (Set of 6) Item # 40608 | US $125.95

3 years & up. This cuddly pal will help children identify and feel comfortable with their emotions. Feelings Friend has an assortment of facial features in its front pouch and includes illustrated emotion cards, conversation starters, and a social-emotional development guide. Measures 12" high. Feelings Friend Item # 40460 | US $25.95 3 years & up. This set of eight magnetic children's faces range in emotions, allowing children to experience and identify with others. Measures 3 3/4" x 5". Emotions Magnet Set (Set of 8) Item # 40979 | US $12.95

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Being the Best Me® Series Cheri J. Meiners, MEd, This unique character-education series builds positive attitudes and social skills in young children. Each book focuses on a specific attitude or character trait. Filled with diversity, these simply-written, read-aloud books also include discussion questions, games, activities, and additional information adults can use to reinforce the concepts children are learning.

This friendly, encouraging book on having a positive attitude introduces preschool and primary-age children to ways of thinking and acting that will help them feel good about themselves and their lives, stay on course when things don’t go their way, and contribute to other people’s happiness, too. Be Positive! Free Spirit Publishing Item # 30112 | US $11.99 PB, 11 x 9, 40 pp.

Children learn that they can speak up, expect and show respect, try new things, and believe in themselves. Empower children to recognize their individual worth and develop self-confidence, as well as confidence in their abilities and the choices they make. Young children will respond to the true-to-life situations and colorful illustrations. +JJQ(TSܪIJSY Free Spirit Publishing Item # 30116 | US $11.99 Find more titles PB, 11 x 9, 40 pp. Find more titles in this like this on our series on our website! website!

Invites children to share, express, and embrace their ® emotions—every day! This friendly and positive alphabet Learning to Get Along Series DQQMIKXGUEJKNFTGPũHGGNKPIUYQTFUŪCPFGZRNQTGUVJG Praised by parents, embraced by educators, this series of social stories helps young children idea that, while some feelings are more comfortable than learn to behave responsibly and respectfully toward themselves and others. Each book others, all are natural and important. A section in the back includes a special section for adults, with discussion questions, games, activities, and tips provides tips and activities for parents and caregivers to that reinforce the skills and ideas being taught. reinforce the themes and lessons of the book. F Is for Feelings Reassuring and supportive, this book helps preschool and Goldie Millar, PhD and Lisa Berger, PhD primary children learn concrete social skills for anger Free Spirit Publishing management and discover that when they cool down and Item # 30117 | US $15.99 | HC, 11 x 9, 40 pp. work through anger, they can feel peaceful again. Item # 30118 | US $11.99 | PB, 11 x 9, 40 pp. Cool Down and Work Through Anger/Cálmate y supera la ira Atmospheric illustrations really tell the story in this Bilingual Edition delightful picture book. Everyone has bad days, and Free Spirit Publishing Item # 30119 | US $12.45 children are no exception. When a black cloud descends PB, 9 x 9, 48 pp. on a little girl at school, support from a classmate with a great deal of imagination helps to brighten up everyone’s lives. The Cloud Hannah Cumming This book presents sharing as a positive choice and offers Child’s Play | Item # 27149 | US $7.99 concrete examples to help children practice taking turns PB, 9.5 x 10, 32 pp. and realize the benefits of sharing. Share and Take Turns/Comparte y turna This award-winning board book has been specifically Bilingual Edition Free Spirit Publishing designed for babies. A great introduction to books Item # 30122 | US $12.45 through well-known nursery rhymes and interactive text. PB, 9 x 9, 48 pp. If You’re Happy and You Know It... Si Te Sientes Bien Contento Annie Kubler Find more titles in this Child’s Play | Item # 27159 | US $3.99 series on our website! BB, 6 x 6, 12 pp.

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Connect with Children’s Experiences through these Charming Stories of Everyday Situations

This story provides a helpful reminder to all This story showcases the routine of the This story shows how young children children, including children with disabilities, day in one group-care setting. can discover friendship through that sadness is a temporary feeling. All in One Day common interests. The Amazing Erik Mike Huber Bree Finds a Friend Mike Huber Redleaf Press Mike Huber Redleaf Press Item # 30092 | US $15.95 Redleaf Press Item # 30085 | US $15.95 HC, 8.5 x 11, 32 pp. Item # 30088 | US $15.95 HC, 8.5 x 11, 32 pp. HC, 8.5 x 11, 32 pp.

This story chronicles the challenges one This story captures the rich, spontaneous, This story shows one child’s experience child encounters as she tries to enter the and often quirky conversations that young with separation anxiety and his recovery play of others. children bring to the table. from it. 7NYFFSIYMJ+NWJܪLMYJWX Evette’s Invitation Mama’s Gloves Mike Huber Mike Huber Mike Huber Redleaf Press Redleaf Press Redleaf Press Item # 30095 | US $15.95 Item # 30084 | US $15.95 Item # 30087 | US $15.95 HC, 8.5 x 11, 32 pp. HC, 8.5 x 11, 32 pp. HC, 8.5 x 11, 32 pp.

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Fun Baby Learning Games brings a new approach to having fun and learning, using theory and research- backed activities that boost children’s self-esteem and cognitive, motor, social-emotional and language skills through play—not screens. +(WJFYN[J(MNQI2FLF_NSJ5WJKJWWJI(MTNHJ&\FWI +'FG^2FYJWSNY^&\FWI Fun Baby Learning Games Activities to Support Development in Infants, Toddlers, and Two-Year-Olds Sally Goldberg, PhD Item # 10542 | US $24.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 240 pp. eBook Item # e10542

These simple games create A fun-filled collection of Provides 52 strategies—one for every week of the year— the brain connections ways to lay the groundwork to help teachers stimulate healthy brain growth in young needed for future learning. for future learning! Each children. In addition to well-researched strategies, each Filled with everyday game is accompanied by snippet of information offers teachers evidence-based opportunities to contribute information on related brain instructions for how to bring the concepts to life in the to the brain development of research and a description classroom. children from birth through of how the activity promotes +1JFWSNSL2FLF_NSJ9JFHMJWѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI 12 months. brain power in children. +&HFIJRNHѣX(MTNHJ8RFWY'TTP&\FWI +2TRѣX'JXY&\FWI +2TRѣX'JXY&\FWI Boosting Brain Power 125 Brain Games +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL 5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWI 52 Ways to Use What Science Tells Us for Babies Jill Stamm, PhD Revised Edition 125 Brain Games for Item #10707 | US $12.95 Jackie Silberg Toddlers and Twos PB, 8.5 x 11, 126 pp. Item # 13533 | US $18.95 Revised Edition eBook Item # e10707 PB, 6 x 9, 144 pp. Jackie Silberg eBook Item # e13533 Item # 13534 | US $18.95 PB, 6 x 9, 144 pp. eBook Item # e13534

Helps build babies’ brain power, one activity at a time! These games and activities develop and reinforce the skills babies need to reach developmental milestones, while using simple Offers simple, straightforward ways materials. to boost children’s brain power +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWI with active exploration, repetition, +N5FWJSYNSL&\FWI2TRѣX(MTNHJ&\FWI sensory exploration, meaningful +5FWJSY9JXYJI5FWJSY&UUWT[JI8JFQTK&UUWT[FQ context, trial and error, and direct Baby Smarts experience. Games for Playing and Learning Jackie Silberg Start Smart, Revised Edition Item # 16687 | US $12.95 Building Brain Power PB, 5.5 x 7.5, 128 pp. in the Early Years eBook Item # e16687 Pam Schiller Item # 10041 | US $19.95 PB, 7 x 10, 160 pp. eBook Item # e10041 This set of interactive wheels describes the skills young children are developing in four key domains (thinking, social-emotional, communication, and literacy) that are critical for school readiness. Born Ready to Learn Getting Ready for School Wheel Sets Zero-to-Three | Package of 10 Wheels Per Age Group | US $25.00 0-12 Months 12-24 Months 24-36 Months Item # 30003 Item # 30004 Item # 30005

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Help children gain confidence and competence Share strategies that will help Teach children the skills to navigate their by guiding them to think creatively and critically. preschoolers learn to be cooperative team emotional ups and downs in more positive Preschoolers have a sense of wonder about members and kind friends while having ways. Helps educators and administrators so many aspects of their world. They enjoy fun together. This book highlights the recognize various ways that preschoolers demonstrating their knowledge to others, and they milestones children tend to reach during express their feelings and interact with are challenged to use their brains in fascinating the preschool years as they develop others. Educators will also learn strategies new ways every day. Whether they are making clay socially. Educators and administrators for supporting and nurturing young figures, rolling cars down ramps, experimenting will see classroom scenarios that can children's growth. with writing, or exploring nature, they are provide insights into some of the ways Emotional Development expanding their mental horizons constantly. young children make social connections, of Three- and Four-Year-Olds Cognitive Development of Three- and Four-Year- express their preferences, and play Susan A. Miller, EdD Olds will help you understand typical milestones together. Item # 15922 | US $19.95 children tend to reach during the preschool years Social Development PB, 7 x 10, 80 pp. as they develop their ability to think, understand, of Three- and Four-Year-Olds eBook Item # e15922 and solve problems. Susan A. Miller, EdD Cognitive Development Item # 10065 | US $19.95 of Three- and Four-Year-Olds PB, 7 x 10, 88 pp. eBook Item # e10065 Susan A. Miller, EdD Item # 15923 | US $19.95 PB, 7 x 10, 104 pp. eBook Item # e15923

2 years & up. Each puzzle has 5 pieces labeled for identification and encouraging early reading skills. Large knobs make grasping easy for little hands. Set includes transportation, wild animals, insects, farm animals, reptiles, fruit and vegetables. Each puzzle measures 12" x ZǾVJKEM Large Knob Puzzles (Set of 7) Item # 41124 | US $124.95 2 years & up. Mylar® mirrored double-faced interior, framed by hardwood with soft, rounded corners. Sized to standard unit-block measurements. (Dinosaur not included). Mirror Blocks Item # 40967 | US $34.95

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These blocks are magnetic!

12 months & up. This 27-piece set offers a variety Get suggestions for implementing This activity book helps parents be more tuned of colorful magnetic blocks that allow children to Multiple Intelligences Theory. Based on in to their children as better conversational utilize their fine-motor skills and bring their building the multiple intelligences theory first and play buddies. Combining fun, easy- ideas to life. described by Howard Gardner, this to-do activities with research-based tips and developmental overviews, Raising a Magicube Free Building Set resource guide helps teachers plan Talker helps parents and caregivers naturally Item # 40635 | US $74.95 in ways that emphasize how children NGCTPǾDGUV transform play sessions into meaningful language-learning experiences. Little tweaks Multiple Intelligences in the and easy changes in everyday play create Early Childhood Classroom nurturing environments where communication Dr. Patricia Phipps and discovery can flourish. Frog Street Press Item # 29157 | US $19.99 +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL(JSYJW8JFQTK&UUWT[FQ PB, 8.5 x 11, 80 pp. +2TR X(MTNHJ&\FWI,TQI +3FYNTSFQ5FWJSYNSL5ZGQNHFYNTSX&\FWIX,TQI Raising A Talker Easy Activities for Birth to Age 3! Renate Zangl, PhD Item # 11505 | US $19.95 PB 8.5 x 11, 216 pp. FREE eBook Item # e11505 ACTIVITIES Our extensive resource library has you covered. Colorful, cushioned acrylic mirrors have handles on gryphonhouse.com/ each side for babies and toddlers to easily grasp as activities they smile at themselves and their friends. Great for promoting facial recognition and expressions. Made of unbreakable acrylic. Measures 13"L x 8"W. Shape Mirrors (Set of 4) Item # 40146 | US $38.95

101 simple trivia cards test children’s knowledge about the world, spark their natural My Little House multisensory felt book curiosity, and promote critical opens into a three-dimensional playhouse! thinking. Questions include All four panels have Velcro at the top and answers. English and Spanish. along the sides, allowing children to put Trivia for Tots the house together all by themselves. Questions and Answers Measures: flat 52" x 15" and assembled to Encourage Creativity 13" x 13" x 15". Free Spirit Publishing My Little House 3D Felt Playhouse Item # 30104 | US $9.99 Item #40571 | US $44.95 3” recyclable plastic screwtop jar

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Fun Baby Learning Games brings a new approach to having fun and learning, using theory and research-backed activities that boost children’s self-esteem and cognitive, motor, social-emotional and language skills through play—not screens. +(WJFYN[J(MNQI2FLF_NSJ5WJKJWWJI(MTNHJ&\FWI +'FG^2FYJWSNY^&\FWI Fun Baby Learning Games Activities to Support Development in Infants, Toddlers, and Two-Year-Olds Sally Goldberg, PhD Item # 10542 | US $24.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 240 pp. eBook Item # e10542

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Peekaboo Basket The Best for Babies with Lid Expert Advice for Assessing Infant-Toddler Programs Learn how simple explorations support cognitive and vocabulary Alice Sterling Honig, PhD development. Treasure Basket Explorations explains heuristic Item # 10704 | US $12.95 learning—discovery by trial and error—and how to encourage this PB, 7 x 10, 168 pp. type of learning to boost development. Teachers will learn how to eBook Item # e10704 encourage heuristic play by setting up treasure baskets: containers filled with easy-to-find items that support explorations in emergent language, math, and science skills. Treasure Basket Explorations This book explores what science, technology, Heuristic Learning for Infants and Toddlers engineering, and math education looks like for Laura Wilhelm, EdD infants and toddlers, and why it is so vital for all Item # 10537 | US $12.95 children to develop STEM knowledge. PB, 7 x 10, 80 pp. eBook Item # e10537 Baby Steps to STEM Infant and Toddler Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Activities The woven basket with lid can be used for a variety of activities or Jean Barbre as storage. Basket measures 9". Made of durable chenille and is Redleaf Press stain and fade resistant. Spot clean or professional dry cleaning is Item # 30353 | US $29.95 recommended. Contents not included. PB, 8 x 10, 181 pp. Peekaboo Basket with Lid Item # 40153 | US $41.95 Find more STEM resources on pages 35–36. GGETET tthehe SET!SET! Infant’s First Rattle Teether Set IItemtem # 3021130211 $26.95$26.95

This set of five paint-free toys promotes visual and tactile stimulation through various texturess and high-contrast colors. 6 months & up. Made of top-quality silicone, these "suction construction" pieces will stick to virtually any flat surface and to Set Includes each other. Includes tactile features and sounds that rattle and • 1 ring rattle • 1 Hello Baby phonee pop! Set of 3. • 1 Ring-O-Links • 1 spin shine rattle PipSquigz™ (Set of 3) • 1 spinning rattle Item # 41014 | US $20.95

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This guide is a summary of Features 300 activities linked to More than 400 exciting hands-on Rooted in Magda Gerber’s the history and methods of research in child development in 10 activities to help develop cognitive Resources for Infant Educarers care originally conceived by domains. The activities offer children skills, language, sensory awareness, (RIE) approach, Being with Babies Magda Gerber, founder of the the opportunity to practice new skills gross and fine motor skills, self- teaches caregivers how to handle Resources for Infant Educarers in a developmentally appropriate way image, sociability, imagination, the everyday challenges of caring (RIE) program. This book while encouraging educators to plan CPFǾOQTG for infants with respect and highlights key elements of the an appropriate curriculum and create a Things to Do with Toddlers and gentleness. Learn essential tools RIE program and examines positive learning environment. Twos, Revised for nurturing babies as they develop how to effectively put them Simple Steps Karen Miller into capable, curious explorers. to use. Developmental Activities for Infants, Telshare Publishing Being with Babies Respecting Babies Toddlers, and Two-Year Olds Item # 28437 | US $15.95 Understanding and Responding PB, 5.6 x 7.6, 168 pp. A New Look at Magda Gerber’s Karen Miller to the Infants in Your Care RIE Approach Item # 18274 | US $24.95 Beverly Kovach and Ruth Anne Hammond PB, 8.5 x 11, 296 pp. Denise Da Ros-Voseles eBook Item # e18274 Zero-to-Three Item # 17388 | US $29.95 Item # 30058 | US $24.95 PB, 8.5 x 11, 192 pp. PB, 8.5 x 11, 144 pp. eBook Item # e17388

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A beginner’s primer to providing A beginner’s primer to providing professional child care for infants! professional child care for toddlers Gives you the tools to craft a and two-year-olds! Explains, in quality learning environment simple language, how to structure that’s as unique as the needs of a program where toddlers and two- the babies in your care. Explains, year-olds can learn, play, and thrive. in simple language, how to plan Focus on Toddlers and implement a program where How-tos and What-to-dos when infants will grow and thrive. Caring for Toddlers and Twos Birth & up. Features nature-inspired graphics and textures. Focus on Babies Jennifer Karnopp Includes a supportive tummy-time pillow and 17 developmental How-tos and What-to-dos when Item # 10511 | US $19.95 activities for multisensory play at every stage of development. Caring for Infants PB, 8.5 x 11, 136 pp. eBook Item # e10511 Machine washable. Measures 36"L x 36"W x 19"H. Jennifer Karnopp Item # 10516 | US $19.95 Treetop Friends Activity Gym PB, 8.5 x 11, 136 pp. Item # 41138 | US $88.95 eBook Item # e10516

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Happy Healthy Baby® Board Book Series Elizabeth Verdick and Marjorie Lisovskis Busy babies grow healthy and strong as they move about, discovering the many things they can do! Bouncy rhythms, black-and-white photos, appealing close-ups of babies’ faces, and colorful illustrations capture little one’s attention and the moments and moods of baby’s day. These sturdy-format books include tips for parents and caregivers.

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Babies and grown-ups will love the Every day, in every way, babies eat. Amazing babies are on the move in warm-and-cozy images of babies From bottles and breasts, trays and this lively board book that celebrates snuggling up to blankets, stuffed bowls. With fingers and with spoons. all the joyful ways babies propel animals, pets, and people. Join these babies as they explore and themselves and interact with the Cuddle enjoy the many foods that help them world. Free Spirit Publishing grow healthy and strong. Move Item # 30128 | US $6.99 Eat Free Spirit Publishing BB, 5.5 x 5.5, 22 pp. Free Spirit Publishing Item # 30129 | US $6.99 Item # 30130 | US $6.99 BB, 5.5 x 5.5, 22 pp. BB, 5.5 x 5.5, 22 pp.

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Games to Play with Two Year Olds, Revised ...... 69 The Innovations Curriculum Series ...... Mama’s Gloves ...... Getting to the Heart of Learning ...... The Insightful Teacher ...... Many Languages, Building Connections ...... The GIANT Encyclopedia of Art & Craft Activities for Inspiring Early Childhood Leadership ...... Many Languages, One Classroom ...... Children 3 to 6 ...... Inspiring Professional Growth ...... Math and Science Investigations ...... The GIANT Encyclopedia of Circle Time and Group Inspiring Spaces for Young Children ...... Math in Minutes ...... 45 Activities for Children 3 to 6 ...... Inspiring Spaces Note Cards ...... 6 Math Right from the Start ...... 85 The GIANT Encyclopedia of Kindergarten Instruments and Music from Around the World ...... 59 Me, My Family and Friends ...... Activities ...... Intellectual Emergencies ...... Messy Mats ...... The GIANT Encyclopedia of Learning Center +U;QWT%JKNF4GCF[HQTǾ5EJQQN! ...... Mighty Fine Motor Fun ...... Activities for Children Mini Bugs Finger Puppets ...... 3 to 6 ...... Mini Orchestra ...... The GIANT Encyclopedia of Lesson Plans for J Mini Wiggly Giggly Balls ...... Children 3 to 6 ...... Jumbo Egg Shakers ...... Mirror Blocks ...... The GIANT Encyclopedia of Math Activities for ,WODQ/CIPKƒGTU ...... Mix & Match Emotion Stencils ...... Children 3 to 6 ...... Jumbo Paint and Clay Explorer Rollers ...... 55 More Mudpies to Magnets ...... The GIANT Encyclopedia of Monthly Activities for Jump into Literacy ...... 48 Children 3 to 6 ...... More Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s ...... 49 Jump Into Math ...... 45 The GIANT Encyclopedia of Preschool Activities Move ...... Jump into Science ...... for Four-Year-Olds ...... Movement and Beat ...... Junior Sand and Water Play Set ...... The GIANT Encyclopedia of Preschool Activities Move, Play, and Learn with Smart Steps ...... 66 for Three-Year-Olds ...... 65 K Move to Learn...... 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800.638.0928 www.gryphonhouse.com 89 New Sprouts® Fresh Fruit Salad ...... Real Classroom Makeovers...... T Number Pops™ ...... 45 Really Seeing Children ...... Tablet - Mini ...... 84 Nurturing Next-Generation Innovators...... Resources: Earth's Elements at Play ...... 8 Take 10! Color Bug Catchers Game ...... 85

Index Respecting Babies ...... Take 10! Shape Finder Cookies Game ...... 85 O Rest ...... Tangle Therapy ...... Rethinking the Classroom Landscape ...... 6 Out and About with Music & Movement Kit ...... 59 Teachable Transitions...... Rhythm Set ...... Outdoor Clipboards ...... 64 Teaching Gifted Children in Today’s Preschool Right from the Start Series ...... 85 Outdoor Sand Trays ...... and Primary Classrooms ...... ...... Outdoor Sand Trays ...... 64 4KVCCPFVJG(KTGƒIJVGTU Teaching Infants, Toddlers, Outdoor Scale ...... 64 River Rocks ...... and Twos with Special Needs ...... Room to Learn ...... Outdoor Sorting Boxes ...... Teaching in the Digital Age ...... Round Wicker Baskets ...... Owl Baby Mat ...... Teaching STEM Literacy ...... ™ Rubbablox Just Triangles ...... Teaching Young Children with P Autism Spectrum Disorder ...... S Tell It Again! 2 ...... 48 46 Pan Balance...... 54 Safety ...... Tempera Cakes with Tray ...... Parachutes with Handles...... Themes for Inclusive Classrooms ...... Parents Ask, Experts Answer ...... 84 Sand and Water Play ...... Sand and Water Play Set ...... 6JGQTKGUQH%JKNFJQQF5GEQPFǾ'FKVKQP ...... Partnering With Parents ...... Sand Art Activity Kit ...... 56 Things to Do with Toddlers and Twos, Pat-a-cake, make and shake ...... Revised ...... Sanity Savers for Early Childhood Teachers ...... Peekaboo Basket with Lid ...... Thinking BIG, Learning BIG ...... Scented Dough ...... Picturing the Project Approach ...... Three Singing Pigs ...... School Days ...... PipSquigz™ ...... Three Tapping Teddies ...... School Readiness Journals ...... 84 Planning for Play ...... Three-Way Easel ...... 56 School Readiness Transition Kit ...... Play ...... Thrifty Teacher’s Guide to Creative Science Adventures ...... Play Dirt–3 lbs...... Learning Centers ...... Science Is Simple ...... Play Food Set ...... Through a Child's Eyes ...... Science —Not Just for Scientists! ...... Play & Explore Fossils ...... Time for a Story ...... 49 ™ Seasons of Play...... PlayFoam 20 Pack ...... Time for Preschool Backpack Kit...... 84 Seek-a-Boo™ ...... 68 Playful Writing ...... Time Timer® Plus ...... Sensory Glitter Storm Set ...... Play Today ...... Time to Create ...... 84 Sensory Integration ...... The Portfolio Book ...... Tinker Totter Robots Playset and Game ...... Sensory Rainbow Blocks® ...... The Practical Guide to Quality Child Care ...... Toddler Curriculum Teacher’s Guide ...... Sensory Reflective Balls ...... Practical Strategies for Supporting Young Learners Toddler’s First Band Set ...... Sensory Sound Eggs ...... with Autism Spectrum Disorder ...... Toilet Training ...... 85 Service Learning in the PreK–3 Classroom ...... Prehistoric Fossil Dig ...... Toobaloo ...... Seven Skills for School Success ...... Preparing for Disaster ...... Transition Time ...... 54 Shake, Rattle, and Roll ...... 59 Preschool Art ...... Transition Tips and Tricks for Teachers ...... 54 Shape Mirrors ...... Preschool Art: Clay & Dough ...... Treasure Basket Explorations ...... 54 Share and Take Turns/Comparte y turna ...... Preschool Art: Collage & Paper ...... Treetop Friends Activity Gym ...... 54 Simple Acts ...... Preschool Art: Craft & Construction ...... Trivia for Tots ...... 54 Simple Signing with Young Children ...... Preschool Art: Drawing ...... Twig Pencils ...... 64 Preschool Art: Painting ...... 54 Simple STEAM ...... Preschool Beyond Walls ...... Simple Steps ...... U Preschool Classroom Management ...... Simple Transitions for Infants and Toddlers ...... Up and at ‘Em ...... Preschool Curriculum Teacher’s Guide...... The Six Life Skills Children Need ...... Up, Down, Move Around–Math and Literacy ...... 65 Preschool Health and Safety Matters ...... Smart Toss ...... Up, Down, Move Around–Nutrition and Preschool Math ...... 46 Snacktivities! ...... 56 Motor Skills ...... 65 Preschool Preparedness Social and Emotional Well-Being ...... for an Active Shooter ...... Social Development V The Preschool Scientist ...... of Three- and Four-Year-Olds ...... Press & Stay Sensory Blocks ...... Social Emotional Tools for Life ...... Vehicle Match-Ups ...... Primary Art ...... 55 Socially Strong, Emotionally Secure ...... The Visionary Director, 2nd Edition ...... Primary Science Set ...... Social Studies and Me! ...... Water Pots ...... 54 69 Principal Matters ...... Soft-Color Ball ...... The Weekly Curriculum ...... Program Full ...... Soft Sounds Wooden Animal Shakers ...... The Welcoming Classroom ...... 9 Prop Box Play ...... Soft Woodland Tree Stump ...... What Does a Lion Say? ...... Provoking Curiosity ...... 5 Solutions for Early Childhood Directors ...... The Wheels on the Bus with CD ...... Provoking Curiosity ...... Songbirds: Me ...... When Nothing Else Works ...... Push Past It! ...... Songbirds: Seasons ...... Where Does My Shadow Sleep? ...... 85 Sorting Shapes Cupcakes ...... 45 Wiggle, Giggle & Shake ...... 68 Sound and Music ...... Wild About Group Time ...... R Squish, Sort, Paint & Build ...... 9 Wild About Learning Centers...... Starting with Stories ...... Wild About Literacy ...... Rainbow Parachutes with Handles ...... Start Smart, Revised Edition ...... Wired to Move ...... Rainy Day Activities ...... Start-Up Circuits ...... Wood Stackers: River Stones ...... Raising A Talker ...... STEM Journal ...... Wood Stackers: Standing Stones ...... Ramptastic ...... STEM Play ...... Words Are Not for Hurting/ Rating Observation Scale STEM Play Mat ...... Las palabras no son para lastimar ...... for Inspiring Environments ...... 6 Step-A-Forest ...... 68 Working in the Reggio Way ...... Reach ...... Story Play ...... 68 Yoga Mat ...... Reaching and Teaching Children Exposed to Trauma ...... Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s Yoga Pretzels: 50 Fun Yoga Activities for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos ...... 49 for Kids & Grownups ...... Reading Games for Young Children ...... Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s for the Primary Grades ...... 49 Reading Right from the Start ...... 85 Storytelling Set ...... Read! Move! Learn! ...... 65 Z Ready, Set, Move Classroom Activity Set ...... Zen Parenting ...... 86 90 101 Rhythm Instrument Activities Planning for Play KTW࣢>TZSL(MNQIWJS UFLJ UFLJ Push Past It! The Bilingual Book of Rhymes, UFLJ Songs, Stories, and Fingerplays UFLJ Reaching & Teaching Children *]UTXJIYT࣢9WFZRF The Encyclopedia of Infant and UFLJ Toddler Activities for Children BEST 'NWYM࣢YT࣢WJ[NXJIJINYNTS Simple Acts UFLJ UFLJ The GIANT Encyclopedia of Lesson Simple STEAM UFLJ SELLERS Plans for Children 3 to 6 UFLJ Through A Child's Eyes Inspiring Early Childhood Leadership UFLJ UFLJ Inspiring Spaces for Young Children UFLJ PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID PPCO

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