Manipulatives > Blocks & Building

man-185 Add to Wishlist	Fit Together Blocks Thirteen maple blocks with nontoxic finish and large connectors for easy interlocking. Bright clear colors and weight and feel of wood offer an alternative experience to lighter weight plastic blocks. Dowel and plug connectors make Fit Together Blocks particularly useful for beginning builders. As child stacks one block atop another, the blocks fit together, reducing the frustration that comes from a previously stacked block being knocked off as child stacks another one. US$39.99	man-408 Add to Wishlist	Bumpity Blocks Bumpity Blocks are a weighted foam alternative to classic blocks. The extra weight and unique texture provide increased motor control. The non-standard shapes encourage creativity in building. 8 blocks in 4 distinct shapes and 4 bright colors. Game booklet included! US$32.99


man-240 Add to Wishlist	Braille Alphabet Blocks Twenty-seven alphabet blocks, each with a lower case letter and its Braille equivalent cut into top and bottom. European style font offers embossed letters easily traced by little fingers. Sides feature primary color upper case letters, numbers and sign language alphabet . Basswood 1 3/4" cubes. Not only useful for those who will learn Braille, but also as an introduction to the sighted of the way the blind read. US$39.99	man-241 Add to Wishlist	Braille Math Blocks Sixteen blocks embossed on two sides, each with numerals and math symbols. Based on Nemeth code, the set features more than two sets of numerals: 1 - 9 as well as symbols for plus, minus, equals. Perfect companion to award-winning Braille Alphabet Blocks. US$24.99 Braille Blocks Combo US$54.99 man-239 Add to Wishlist

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book-805 Add to Wishlist	All Children Have Different Eyes "All Children Have Different Eyes" is a beautifully illustrated picture book that models for children with visual impairments ways to confidently and competently play and make friends, even while facing difficult social challenges, including bullying. Includes activities for building social competence and self advocacy skills.	Sighted children will become better classmates and friends when they learn why children with visual impairment see and play differently. A glossary for kids and references for adults complete this valuable resource. US$19.99 each US$17.99 two or more


book-800 Add to Wishlist	Braille for the Sighted Have you wondered how braille dots are organized so that you can read them with your fingertips? This book is colorful and easy to understand with graphics and games to teach beginning braille. US$7.99


man-295 Add to Wishlist	Thera Bolly This 28-piece building set allows children to connnect pieces with suction. Gently squeeze and release to connect the pieces or attach pieces to any smooth surface. Use a dry erase pen to draw on the pieces, then wash clean with soapy water. Pieces also work well for hand exercises. Packed in its own elephant shaped container. Occupational therapists rave about Thera Bolly. They're soft, easy to squeeze and release, and so engaging that children naturally want to play with them. US$74.99


Sea 11-pc sci-175 Add to Wishlist	Gbaby Swiss-made Gbaby features ultra-safe materials and simple ergonomic shapes that help young children develop motor skills while enhancing awareness of sound and touch. Pieces rattle when shaken and attract or repel as if by magic, inviting play and re-enforcing understanding of cause and effect. Soft touch edges and animal shapes are well suited for teething. All pieces are hermetically sealed, allowing G-baby to double as a bath toy and to go in the dishwasher for easy cleaning. Baby Sea sets include fish, crab, sea turtle, and starfish plus assorted magnetic shapes. Baby Farm sets include a farmer, cow, horse, pig and sheep plus assorted magnetic shapes. US$34.99-49.99		Farm 11-pc sci-178 Add to Wishlist 19-pc sci-179 Add to Wishlist


inf-206 Add to Wishlist	Green Toys Block Set Lightweight and stackable, Green Toys Blocks are made in the US from recycled milk jugs and are BPA, PVC, and phthalate free. Each 18 block set includes eight single blocks, four half blocks, two double blocks, two arch blocks and two triangular blocks. Particularly useful for beginning builders, connecting blocks reduce the frustration that comes from a previously stacked block being knocked off as child stacks another one. US$29.99	tod-164 Add to Wishlist	Green Toys Stacker Lightweight Green Toys Stacker includes eight pieces for stacking without a center post. Graduated pieces allow children to explore relative size as they stack and re-stack pieces in whatever order they choose. Made in the US from recycled milk jugs. BPA, PVC, and phthalate free. US$15.99


man-176 Add to Wishlist	Creative Rainbow Curve Set Set of six different-sized curves in rainbow colors invites play and encourages creativity. Place curves upright to create arches and tunnels. Lay curves flat and create designs. By combining two sets children can create a concentric circles puzzle or line up six different circles and compare sizes. US$27.99	tod-169 Add to Wishlist	Double Rainbow Stacker Wooden blossom and star shapes take on a rainbow effect when stacked on the twin stacking base. Unique placement of the center opening allows children to mix shapes on either post. This award winning stacker enhances fine motor, cognitive, and language development. US$21.99


pre-163 Add to Wishlist	Counting Disks Basic math skills come into play as children sort and stack these two inch diameter wooden disks. One to one correspondence~matching disks to their corresponding pegs~leads to an awareness of the differences among the disks: color, number and arrangement of holes. Gradually children learn to count. Stacking refines eye/hand coordination and fine motor skills. Board measures 14 1/4" x 3 1/4" x 2 1/2". US$25.99	pre-170 Add to Wishlist	See Saw Sorter Stack the shapes on opposite ends of the see-saw to create a balanced platform. Shapes fit snugly in routed holes. Promotes color and shape recognition, balancing, color-matching and sequencing. Sturdy wooden construction with rounded corners and smooth edges, safe non-toxic paints with a clear finish. Dimensions: 2" h x 13.5" w x 5.5". US$17.99


inf-204 Add to Wishlist	One Two Squeeze Blocks Ten blocks hand-sculpted on every side for a total of 60 different raised images for maximum tactile exploration and language learning. Children squeeze and squeak, stack and knock down, learning cause and effect. One Two Squeeze Blocks float, adding another dimension to water play. Each is a 2" cube, the ideal size for tiny hands to grip. Phthalate-free. Packaged in a reusable 100% recycled polypropylene storage bag with zipper closure and attached handle for easy take-along. US$19.99	tod-170 Add to Wishlist	Rocky Color Cone Made in the USA, this classic wooden stacker was first introduced by Holgate in 1938, and remains popular today. Its uniform dowel encourages experimentation by allowing a child to stack rings in any order. One ring falling in place atop another produces a "klacking" sound. The rounded wood base is a trademark design. Children delight in giving the cone a push and watching the cone rock, spin and topple over, spilling the rings. Measures: 4" diameter x 5-1/2" high. Introduces color and size and develops hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills. US$19.99


	Nest & Stack The brightly colored wooden cubes and cylinders are graduated in size and nest together, inspiring exploration and promoting eye/hand coordination, fine motor skills and shape and color recognition. Each series of shapes features hues ranging from primary to pastel; as the pieces get smaller, the hues get lighter. Tray measures 8" x 9" with 3" pieces. Non-toxic, eco-friendly low VOC analine dyes. US$27.99 each US$49.98 for both	Nest & Stack Cubes pre-167 Add to Wishlist Buy both for $49.98: Add to Wishlist	Nest & Stack Cylinders pre-168 Add to Wishlist


pre-166 Add to Wishlist	Fraction Cups Four fun wooden cups with 10 large wooden pieces invite children to explore whole, half, third and quarter concepts. Develops fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Made from Eco-friendly rubberwood and stained with low VOC aniline dyes. Activity booklet included. Ages 2+. 3.25"D x 2.75"H each US$27.99


pre-165 Add to Wishlist	Gradient Sorter Nesting wooden pieces stack to create unique shapes: circle, square, oval and triangle. Teaches color and shape-sorting skills and reinforces hand-eye coordination. Includes 12 beautiful shapes and wooden tray. Made from Eco-friendly rubberwood and stained with low VOC aniline dyes. Activity booklet included. Ages 2+. 6.5"W x 6.5"D x 3"H US$32.99


puz-312 Add to Wishlist	Sun Sorter Explore patterns, fractals, shape-sorting and sequencing. Features 12 wooden pieces and circular tray. Can be used with the tray or as an independent shape and color-matching manipulative. Develops fine-motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Made from Eco-friendly rubberwood and stained with low VOC aniline dyes. Activity booklet included. Ages 2+. 7" Dia. x 1.25"H US$27.99


man-279 Add to Wishlist	Interlox Build, design and create with Interlox! No hardware or tools necessary: simply clip the edges together to create an unlimited array of constructions. Set contains 96 translucent plastic panels with inset details in five neon colors. Perfect for use with light tables. Ages 3+ US$19.99	pre-164 Add to Wishlist	Stacking Rainbow Pyramid Six hardwood stacking squares feature inset colored plexiglass for stacking, sorting, building, sequencing and creating imaginative, colorful constructions! Doubles as a stand-alone manipulative or an addition to hardwood block construction. Hardwood frames, rounded corners and edges. Acrylic plexiglass is inset at a different depth on either side allowing alternate stacking methods. US$29.99


Bristle Blocks What's old is new again. Spinaroos and Stackadoos are genuine and jazzy Bristle Blocks featuring contemporary colors, whimsical designs, and parts that move and spin. Blocks are chunky, easy to connect, and feel good in little hands. Sanitizing is easy, making Spinaroos and Stackadoos ideal for hospital playrooms.


man-148 Add to Wishlist	Bristle Block Spinaroos 75 pieces in a reusable plastic storage bin. Twisty bases and intriguing faces add movement and fun. Includes booklet filled with building ideas. US$62.99


man-149 Add to Wishlist	Bristle Block Stackadoos 68 basic pieces packed in a reusable zippered storage bag. Includes booklet with building ideas. US$32.99


Zoomorphs WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Zoomorphs~a building system with distinctlvely textured, vibrantly colored pieces that snap together easily and join snugly. Each set contains four to six animals that either presently exist or once did. Children can also morph these pieces into fabulous fantasy creatures. Zoomorphs invite experimentation, and that’s only the beginning. Children imagine, conceptualize and create. Once built, their never-before-seen-creations become imaginative play props. By building with Zoomorphs, children develop communications skills: naming their creations, identifying pieces, and even making up adventures. By encouraging this storytelling and writing down what the child says, adults re-enforce the connection between spoken and written language. The distinctive textures, vibrant colors, and open-ended possibilities are ideal for the visually impaired. Easy to sanitize pieces make Zoomorphs an ideal building system for use in hospital playrooms.


man-314 Add to Wishlist	Safarimorphs Build a parrot and a swallowtail butterfly, a lizard, elephant, leopard, and zebra. Or create a parrottailleozeb. US$32.99	man-312 Add to Wishlist	Rainforestmorphs Build a conure or a crocodile, a panther, and a tropical frog or maybe a concrocofrog. US$22.99


man-156 Add to Wishlist	Tobbles Tobbles puts a new spin on stacking toys that delights children and adults alike. Roll and spin. Stack and topple. Balance, tilt, and wobble. Engage the senses. Explore the dual textures of the balls, their varied color combinations, graduated sizes and different weights. Set includes six weighted spheres and a stacking base. Encourages eye-hand coordination, fine motor development and visual spatial awareness. Suitable for ages 12 months. US$27.99


man-157 Add to Wishlist	Tobbles Neo Bright, cheerful colors catch the eye. Unique grippable texture awakens touch. Gentle, playful curves enliven tactile experiences. Six uniquely weighted pieces balance, neatly nest, and incessantly spin beyond expectation. Gorgeous, gratifying to hold. Weighted to invite investigation. Little hands can’t get enough of the stacking, toppling, spinning, balancing, wobbling, tilting, and wiggling. Tobbles Neo invite timeless play. US$28.99


man-198 Add to Wishlist	Dado Planks Made of durable, heavy gauge plastic in a rainbow of vibrant colors from warm reds to cool blues, 106 piece set includes 55 notched and 51 standard planks that interlock easily and precisely to accommodate the building of intricate structures. Explore the creative possibilities and be amazed at the complex constructions that unfold. Refine fine motor skills, develop visual spatial and problem solving skills. Experience first hand architectural principles of structure, proportion, balance, composition, and color. Fully compatible with other plank building systems. Includes cotton storage bag. Recommended for ages three +. US$47.49


man-197 Add to Wishlist	Dado Squares Made in the US of durable food grade plastic, these easy to connect interlocking squares measure 3 1/2" and come in a rainbow of colors from warm red to cool blue. Open a 35 square set, explore the creative possibilities of one simple shape, and be amazed at the complex constructions that unfold. Refine fine motor skills, develop visual spatial and problem solving skills. Experience first hand architectural principles of color, structure, proportion, balance, symmetry, asymmetry. Recommended for ages three +. US$22.99


man-200 Add to Wishlist	Twig WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Seventy-two precision-cut vibrantly colored wooden pieces slide easily in between and next to each other, inviting experimentation and open-ended play. Lends itself to independent and cooperative play and appeals to children and adults alike, making Twig an ideal leave out on the coffee table and watch what happens toy. Enhances fine motor skills and emerging artistic expression, creativity, spatial awareness, logical thinking, and problem solving abilities. Highly renewable rubberwood and water based paints make Twig an eco-conscious choice. Includes cotton storage bag. Recommended for ages 3+. US$54.99


Stacking Jack tod-121 Add to Wishlist	Stacking Jack and Jill Stack a Jack, stack a Jill and imagine them going up a hill. These charming stackers develop fine motor and problem solving skills. Manipulating the pieces develops dexterity and hand/eye coordination, critical thinking, logic, matching skills, and an understanding of cause and effect and spatial relationships. Irresistibly friendly figures encourage communication and imaginative play. Uniform dowel allows children to arrange and rearrange the pieces as they like. Each stands 7" tall on a 3 1/4" base. US$15.99		Stacking Jill tod-122 Add to Wishlist


tod-123 Add to Wishlist	Balance Boat Can you stack the sailors without tipping the boat? That's the challenge as children explore balance and figure out how to stack while keeping the boat on an even keel. Enhances fine motor and problem solving development. Making a game with players taking turns choosing and adding a piece develops communication and social skills, fostering cooperation as the players work together towards a common goal. Uniform dowels and interchangeable pieces invite creative and imaginative play. Measures 7" tall x 8" wide and totals 11 pieces. US$27.49


	Magformers WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - This product contains magnets and small parts. Swallowed magnets can stick together across intestines causing serious infections and death. Seek immediate medical attention if magnets are swallowed or inhaled. Not for children under 3 years. Combining translucent rainbow colors, easy to manipulate geometric shapes, and powerful magnets, Magformers invites play at its best. Children explore colors and shapes and discover different ways to combine them. They learn about magnetism and how it affects their building. They devise plans and carry through, evaluating and problem solving along the way. In the process they develop cognitive, language, and spatial skills, enhance motor skills, and exercise their budding creativity.

sci-171 Add to Wishlist	Magformers Rainbow - 30 pieces Rainbow includes 12 triangles and 18 squares. US$54.99	sci-172 Add to Wishlist	Magformers Designer - 62 pieces PCompatible with Rainbow, Designer comes with 20 triangles, 22 squares, 14 isosceles triangles, 4 diamonds, and 2 trapezoids for building more complex structures. US$115.99

sci-173 Add to Wishlist	Super Magformers - 30 pieces With 12 super triangles and 18 super squares, Super Magformers allows building on a grander scale. At five inches, super squares are twice the size of the squares in Rainbow and Designer. sci-173 US$109.99


sci-140 Add to Wishlist	Arx Warning: Choking Hazard: This product contains magnets and small parts. Swallowed magnets can stick together across intestines causing serious infections and death. Seek immediate medical attention if magnets are swallowed or inhaled. Not for children under 3 years. Stackable, slidable, attractable. Polished to perfection. Explore design, balance and magnetism. A magnet rolls through each Arx piece, giving builders the option of building in ways that defy common thought. When the magnetic force between two Arx pieces meets, you’ll feel a slight click as the magnets adhere. Experiment with your inclinations. Design an Arx display horizontally on a table or go up and out at angles that are seemingly impossible. The magnetic capabilities of these beautiful crescent building pieces will send imagination over the moon. Contains 24 Arx pieces and 2 bases. US$34.99


pre-175 Add to Wishlist	Rainbow Whirling Pegging Game Delighting lovers of color, multi-hued pegs and rings offer countless plug in variations. Rings can also be stacked on the pegs. Ideal for free play. Includes natural beechwood pegging board with 16 pegs and 16 rings in non-toxic water-based stains. Measures 7 1/2" x 7 1/2". Made in Germany. US$37.99	pre-176 Add to Wishlist	Color Fun Pegging Game Play and discover countless possibilities with this brightly colored pegging game. Includes natural beechwood base and 36 interchangeable pieces with water-based, non-toxic stains. Measures 7 3/4" x 7 3/4". Made in Germany. US$42.99


tod-173 Add to Wishlist	Stacking Cups Six graduated cups, multiple possibilities. Scoop and pour water, build towers by turning upside down, or just sort sizes to nest. The My First Green Toys™ Stacking Cups are colorful and fun and teach basic counting and math concepts. Each cup is numbered on the bottom from 1 to 6 and is volumetrically accurate. Fill cups 1 and 2, for example, and it will equal the volume of cup 3. Made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk containers. No BPA, PVC, phthalates, or external coatings. Meets FDA food contact standards. Dishwasher safe too. Color combinations may vary. Cups range from 1 1/2" to 3 1/2" diameter US$12.99


man-147 Add to Wishlist	ABC Block Party Eight fabric-covered foam blocks for stacking up and knocking down. Six interchangeable inserts to shake, rattle and roll. Textured inserts double as stencils for stamping. Each block measures 3 1/2". Bright colors, intriguing patterns, simple pictures and multi-sensory stimulation invite play and encourage discovery. Block play promotes motor, cognitive, language, and social development, and enhances emerging creativity and problem solving skills. US$44.99