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Find It!

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Spin, twist, and shake Find It. Played alone or as a timed game with multiple players, this mesmerizing treasure hunt in a sealed container comes in eight versions: Original, Kids, At the Zoo, At the Beach, Sport, Glitz & Glamour, On A Bird Watch, and Wizard Of Oz. Cylinder measures 10 1/4" including 3 1/2" hexagonal end caps. All games list all objects on their top cap and include tear-off tally pads.

US$21

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On A Bird Watch

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Find It On A Bird Watch includes a Bird Guide featuring illustrations and information on 24 different birds of the Americas, from bald eagle to Carolina wren, waiting to be discovered and identified.

Once you've found a bird, flip through the guide to learn its name, range, migration, height, weight, wingspan, and more. Soon you'll be a learned birdwatcher, surprising family and friends with such facts as, the killdeer gets its name from its unique and shrill call: "kill-deer." Who knew? US$21

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Wizard Of Oz

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Wizard of Oz Edition celebrates the classic story of Dorothy and her friends and their incredible journey through Oz! Features: Includes characters from the beloved story: Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Woodsman, and the Cowardly Lion.

Also includes 26 more Oz-related items, such as an emerald, a yellow brick, a broom, and our favorite “little dog”, Toto. Perfect for the car or stuff it in your backpack, or display it on the living room coffee table for all your friends and family to enjoy. Slightly smaller version enhances portability – bring it along with you wherever you go. A Classic Game for a Classic Story. US$16

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Add to Wishlist	Oballs Multiple award winner. Lightweight, easy to grab, crush, catch and throw. Oball invites finger exploration and experimentation as children who never before could grasp a ball find themselves easily holding & exploring these PVC and latex-free balls. Now available in two sizes: the 4 1/2" Oball Original and the newer 4" Oball. Dishwasher safe. US$7-$8


inf-127 Add to Wishlist	4" Oball Rattle Lightweight, easy to grab, crush, catch, rattle and throw. Oball invites finger exploration and experimentation as children who never before could grasp a ball find themselves easily holding & exploring these PVC and latex-free balls. This Oball has 4 inserts that contain small beads to make the rattle. The Oball Rattle is 4" in diameter. Dishwasher safe. US$8	inf-128 Add to Wishlist	6" Oball Rattle Lightweight, easy to grasp, catch, and throw, a rattle ball within a Big Oball adds visual and auditory stimulation that encourage exploration and discovery. US$12


sci-334 Add to Wishlist	Liquid Glitter Kaleidoscope WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Point this 9" kaleidoscope toward light and watch an ever changing display of sparkle, color and motion. Assorted bright colors. Includes a jumbo bi-color spiral glitter wand. Children and adults alike become fascinated by the continuously changing visual display and find themselves relaxing. US$15	Add to Wishlist	Jumbo Spiral Glitter Wand WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Metallic glitter beads and star and moon confetti spiral and swirl around inside 12" long clear acrylic tubes. Assorted color combinations. Good for assessing visual tracking ability and inducing calm. US$6 each US$30 set of 6


Add to Wishlist	Mini Laser Fan WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Light up blades create spinning light show and cooler air. Push button on/off switch. Features break away cord and soft vinyl round-edged blades for safety. Includes three AAA batteries. Assorted colors. An instant distraction toy with the added advanatge of helping children and adults "keep a cool head" under pressure. US$6 each US$15 set of three	sci-307 Add to Wishlist sci-307/6 Add to Wishlist	Meteor Storm WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Ten sets of lights spin, changing colors and patterns inside clear globe. Touch and hold on/off button keeps child engaged. Three AA batteries included. Measures 8" tall. Ultimate distraction toy. Meteor Storm hums softly and gently vibrates while spinning making this particularly appealing to blind and low vision children. US$9 each US$48.60 6-pack


sci-305 Add to Wishlist	Mini Meteor Storm WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Miniature spinning light show on break-away cord. Touch and hold on/off switch keeps child engaged. Three button cell batteries included. Measures 4" tall. Assorted colors. Worn as a necklace, Mini Meteor Storm offers instant distraction, and like Meteor Storm, Mini hums softly and gently vibrates while spinning, features particularly appealing to blind and low vision children. US$5	Add to Wishlist	Prismatic Key Chain WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Made in the USA and measuring 3-3/4" long x 5/8" diameter, Prismatic features stars and moons glitter in all colors of the rainbow and colored glass micro-spheres floating gently in a clear food safe oil encased in tough acrylic. Comes in an assortment of 16 colors: multiple shades of the rainbow, white/frost and black as well as yellow/gold and silver. The oil never dries out, and the colors stay bright. Valuable for assessing visual tracking ability and inducing calm. Key ring facilitates attaching. Lighter weight and shorter length make this useful to children apt to "bonk" themselves or others with wands. US$6 each US$30 set of 6 US$57.60 set of 12


sci-199 Add to Wishlist	Magnetic Gyro Wheel 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. Wheel rolls back and forth with precision on the sturdy wire frame. Mesmerizing, soothing activity. Measures 10 3/4". US$4	man-122 Add to Wishlist	Sparkle Spinner WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Diffraction vinyl creates a sparkling array of color as it spins up and down a galvanized metal wand. Perfect visual attention getter, visual tracking device, and distraction toy. US$4


man-123 Add to Wishlist	Double Sparkle Spinner WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Classic spinner with a twist. Double loops, double fun. Perfect visual attention getter, visual tracking device, and distraction toy. US$4	Add to Wishlist	Wonder Wands WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Bright metallic confetti hearts, stars, and crescent moons float freely among tiny beads, captivating and relaxing children and adults alike. Measures 11 1/2" long. Five assorted colors. On Sale! (reg.$6 each) US$4.80 each US$24 pack of 5 (through Feb.29)


mus-123 Add to Wishlist	Rainbow Waterfall Tube WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Turn this 12 1/4" smooth transparent tube over and watch the colorful beads and metal balls cascade through clear balconies, creating mesmerizing audio and visual experience. Mix of plastic beads and metal balls create different sounds than plastic or metal beads alone. US$12	sci-347 Add to Wishlist	Liquid Spin Kaleidoscope Rotate the liquid-filled capsule on the end of this 3" kaleidoscope to create an ever-changing view! Assorted colorful, metallic finishes. US$6


General info on Tangles Tangles, the ultimate universal playthings, feature a series of 90 degree curves interconnected to pivot 180 degrees at each joint. Just as a Tangle has no beginning and no end, there is no end to the pure delight children and adults alike experience when turning, twisting, bending and coiling a Tangle. Lightweight and portable, Tangles are the pinnacle of take along stress relievers. Teachers who use Tangles as a reward for children with autism report improved behavior: an increased calm and ability to cope with stressors that usually send them "over the edge" as well as increases in skill acquisition. Tangles invite manipulation and reward play with improved concentration and spatial relations and problem solving skills. Try a variety of Tangles for their different sizes, colors, and textures.		man-106 Add to Wishlist	Tangle Therapy WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Twenty interconnected pieces pivot and rotate when squeezed or twisted. With its soft, pliable coating and distinctive raised tactile nodes, Tangle Therapy is easy to grip and manipulate. Its low impact motion relieves stress, strengthens finger muscles, and restores motion to joints. Latex Free. US$12

man-105 Add to Wishlist	Tangle Original with Texture WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Offering vibrant colors and five different textures, Tangle Original with Texture invites being twisted, turned, bent, and coiled. The links can be pulled apart and pushed together, building finger strength and improving hand-eye coordination. US$12	man-103 Add to Wishlist	Tangle Junior Textured WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. The smallest Tangle is the perfect take along stress reliever. Don't leave home without it. US$4

man-107 Add to Wishlist	Tangle Relax Therapy WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. TSized like Tangle Junior Textured, Relax Therapy features a soft, pliable coating and distinctive raised tactile nodes like its larger companion Tangle Therapy. Easy to grip and manipulate, its low impact motion relieves stress, strengthens finger muscles, and restores motion to joints. Latex Free. US$6	man-111 Add to Wishlist	Tangle Hairy WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Tangle Junior Textured and Tangle Relax Therapy have a new companion designed to tickle your fancy: Tangle Hairy. Sixteen interconnected sections of soft, pliable TPR “hairs” tickle, twist, turn, and bend. Bright, vibrant colors in six color combinations. Latex free. US$6


sci-309 Add to Wishlist	Light Twirler WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Hand-held spinning light toy that offers auditory and tactile feedback too. Press the trigger and three multi-colored tentacles light-up and spin. The spinning creates an audible whir and soft vibration, making Light Twirler particularly appealing to blind and low vision children. US$7.50	sci-240 Add to Wishlist	Typhoon Spinner Turn the knob and watch the spinner turn round and round. Spinning Typhoon develops fine motor skills while demonstrating cause and effect. Made in the USA of select northern hardwoods and measures 3 3/4" across and 2" high. Colors and graphic designs vary. Suitable for children ages 1 and up, this simple spinner is ideal for solitary and group play, as well as adult/child interaction. Spinning more than one expands learning through observation and discussion. US$7.50


Bubbles 1.3 oz tube oral-309 Add to Wishlist	Pustefix Bubbles Pustefix Bubbles, made in Germany, are simply the best. Choose from two styles: an easy for small hands to hold tube with wand in the top, available in two sizes~1.3 ounce and 2.3 ounce~ and the famous six ounce squeeze-his-tummy-and-the-wand-pops-up Pustefix Bubble Bear that prevents spills and keeps hands clean. No dipping and dripping, only myraid bubbles to delight the child in all of us. Available in Red, Yellow and Blue. US$1.50 Bubbles 1.3 oz US$2 Bubbles 2.3 oz US7.50 Bubble Bear 6 oz	Bubbles 2.3 oz tube oral-310 Add to Wishlist	Bubble Bear 6 oz. oral-311 Add to Wishlist


out-570 Add to Wishlist	Blobby Robby WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Squish and squeeze 4" diameter Robby anyway you want, and it keeps on smiling. Blobby Robby never has a bad hair day either. US$5	out-571 Add to Wishlist	Blobby Robby Jr. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. This 2 3/4" pal will take all the squishing you can dish and keep smiling, and just like Blobby Robby, Junior never has a bad hair day. Assorted colors. US$3


out-572 Add to Wishlist	Bead Ball WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years old. Not for "biters". Stressed out? Need relief? Grip a Bead Ball and knead away your stress. Ultra soft, flexible, thermoplastic elastomer ball filled with hundreds of brightly colored squeezbale soft beads invites play and rewards our efforts by relieving stress and restoring a sense of calm. Ideal exercise for building hand and finger strength. 2 1/2 inch ball. Assorted colors. US$6	sci-320 Add to Wishlist	Light Up DNA Ball WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years old. Not for "biters". Light Up DNA Ball, the stress ball that lights up your life. Ultra soft, flexible, thermoplastic elastomer ball filled with soft translucent mini spheres in assorted bright pastels and a LED ball that lights up when squeezed. Pick one up and play; your stress will melt away. 2 1/2 inch ball. US$7


sci-321 Add to Wishlist	Light Up Molecule Ball WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years old. Not for "biters". Light Up Molecule Ball, a stress ball that lights up your life. Smooth, soft, and squishable, this thermoplastic elastomer ball filled with 3/4" translucent spheres in assorted bright pastels and one LED ball lights up when squeezed. Pick one up and play; your stress will melt away while your fingers and hand get a workout. Larger spheres give Light Up Molecule Ball a firmer feel than Light Up DNA Ball. 2 3/4 inch ball. US$7


out-569 Add to Wishlist	Sea Life Water Snake WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years old. Not for "biters". Watch three fish and a sea turtle float around inside this five inch bubble decorated water snake. Iridescent glitter adds sparkle to their turquoise “sea.” Squeezy and squishy fun. US$4	sci-323 Add to Wishlist	Flashing Spiky Ball WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for "biters" of any age. Bounce these squishable 2 1/2" spiky balls to activate the colored flashing lights. Assorted colors. US$3


man-101 Add to Wishlist	Whatz'it WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Bright colors, energetic graphics, slotted wooden blocks connected by elastic cord all combine to make Whatz'it an ideal fidget toy. Just slide the cord in and out of the slots to change direction of individual blocks US$4 each	sci-120 Add to Wishlist	Whatz'it Magnetic Blocks These magnetic wooden blocks feature bright rainbow colors and jazzy graphics that invite play and stay together until the "block master" changes what goes where. Six blocks, each 1 3/4" x 1 1/4" x 1". Multiple sets allow for patterning as well as more complex building. An easy to take along toy that both children and adults enjoy. US$6.99 each


sci-317 Add to Wishlist	Fantastic 2 Headed Light Show WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. One touch activates this hand-held 360 degree double headed light show with 32 magical lighting effects. Chrome finish. Batteries included. US$18


sci-303 Add to Wishlist	White Lightning Stick WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Imagine a magical light show you can hold in your hand. Lightweight and safe, the foam White Lightning Stick offers six different light effects: rainbow strobing and morphing, steady on, and red, blue, and green strobing. Press the button on the end of the stick to move from one to the next until you've experienced all six. Measures 1 1/2" diameter by 15 1/2" long. US$6	sci-310 Add to Wishlist	Light Show Stick WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Create moving, spinning light shows with the press of a button. Super bright light-emitting diodes combine to create 32 different light patterns. Press and hold on/off switch keeps child engaged. Flexible tubing "blades" stop spinning on contact. Hums gently while spinning. Dazzling in daylight, hypnotic at night. Measures 12". Three AAA batteries included. US$8


game-237 Add to Wishlist pack of 6 Add to Wishlist	I Spy Wonder Tube WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. A collectible game that’s self contained! Among the glitter and the sand swirl objects players need to find to solve the riddles included with each Wonder Tube. I Spy Wonder Tubes come in six different colors with three different set of riddles for endless combinations of fun and enchantment. Collect them all! US$6 each US$30 set of 6	sci-460 Add to Wishlist sci-460/2 Add to Wishlist	Large Pin Print WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Make an impression over and over again with this 5" x 7" box containing over 1,000 plastic pins. Assorted colors. Recommended for ages 5+. US$15 each US$27 2-pack


man-141 Add to Wishlist	Spring-a-Ling Portable, pliable, playful hand-held bright blue wire maze with red, yellow, and green beads. Four and one-half inch diameter spring is 6" tall. This Parents' Choice award winner is a popular manipulative with children and adults who are blind. Portability makes this a good choice for itinerant special educators and for parents to take along on outings. US$15.99	Add to Wishlist	Liquid Motion Bubbler Bubbling liquid motion distracts, mesmerizes, and relaxes. This 2" x 5 3/4" hour glass display is easy to grasp and turn to restart the magic. Assorted colors. Recommended for ages 5+. US$7 each US$18 3-pack


Mini Test Tube $1.25 oral-312 Add to Wishlist Mini 12-pack $12 oral-312/12 Add to Wishlist	Touchable Bubbles What's more delightful than blowing bubbles and being able to reach out and touch them without having them pop? Available in two sizes: .53 ounce three inch tall Mini Test Tube and .75 ounce 4 1/2" tall Test Tube. Screw top. Assorted tube colors. US$2 (.75oz) US$1.25 Mini(.53oz) US$12 Mini 12-pack	Test Tube $2 oral-313 Add to Wishlist


Eyespybags™ WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. These unique, colorful bags are stuffed with skill building fun for hours of creative, open-ended play. Objects are hidden in the bags and can be found by manipulating the bag and sifting through the filler. The fleece fabric is soft, durable, and stain-resistant, and the wipe-able 4” vinyl viewing window allows easy viewing of the hidden objects. The double-stitched and safety-tested bags are completely sealed so that objects can’t be lost. Includes write on/wipe-off tag listing objects and activity ideas. Eyespybags™ are great for children who enjoy tactile activities. Finding the hidden objects engages children, encourages eye-hand coordination and finger manipulation, and develops fine motor, memory and conceptual skills as children search and find different objects. Great for early learning and special needs; older children can race to see who finds all the objects first. Available in two styles.

game-241 Add to Wishlist	Eyespybags™ - Language Development This Eyespybag™ is filled with objects that teach relationships, sequencing, prepositions and many other important skills. US$18	game-242 Add to Wishlist	Eyespybags™ - ABC All letters of the alphabet, some upper case and some lower case, are hidden inside the bag along with an object that starts with each letter. US$18


sci-349 Add to Wishlist	Kaleidoscopic WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Be amazed. Imagine looking into a kaleidoscope that you don't have to hold up to the light. Super bright color changing LED lighting system never burns out and offers unlimited brilliant kaleidoscopic effects. Features eye piece, non-slip rubberized grip, on/off switch, and three liquid color chambers with built-in storage in the rubberized stand. Includes three replaceable AG-13 button batteries. Hold in your hand or use with its stand. Kaleidoscopic measures 12". Base measures 7 1/2"x 3." US$21.99



art-290 Add to Wishlist	Color SENSEation "A tactile coloring or paintint experience, Color SENSEation features eight custom coloring subjects by San Francisco artist Debi Harrison. These are not just pictures to color….they are printed on heavy paper with dark, deeply embossed lines. These pictures are perfect for visually impaired individuals learning shapes and outlines. Each picture is titled in English with the title in Braille blind embossed underneath. The heavily embossed lines of the drawings are easily followed with the fingers and facilitate using a crayon or paint brush. Ideal for children with visual impairments or motor skill challenges, Color SENSEation levels the playing field for children with disabilities. Drawings include bear with balloon, birds, butterfly, flower, horse, rainbow, snails, train. Dawn Smiddy, an instructor at Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind, points out that "Color is a concept. We associate color with memories and senses other than just sight. This is why the concept of color is not perceived the same from person to person. Understanding this as a concept, allows the artist to embark on an exploration into color that is not only useful in the everyday life of the visually impaired artist, but a lot of fun! So allow yourself to enjoy learning and exploring the art of painting. There are no rules that apply to color choices, so experiment. In art, it is moreover about process, NOT the finished product. Challenge yourself with each stroke of the brush!" US$7.99

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Scratch & Sparkle $4.99

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Multicolor Scratch & Sparkle
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Scratch Magic

Just scratch the surface to reveal the magic. Choose from rainbows of amazing colors, holographic sparkle, multicolor sparkle, or "stained glass" effects that let light shine through. Each set includes four sheets, a hardwood drawing stylus, and a stencil with more than 30 different shapes. Trace the shapes or create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Decorate walls and windows. Acid and lignin free, Scratch Magic is the original Scratch Art. Recommended for ages 5 to 95.

For open-ended creativity, choose Rainbow Black Multicolor or Scratch-Lite in 30 sheet bulk packs and packets of heavy duty 1/4" diameter hardwood styluses in two lengths~3 1/2" and 5 1/2". Bulk supplies make economical, creative distraction activities readily available.

US$4.99 - $34.75

Lets the light shine through for a "stained glass" effect.	Scratch-Lite 4 sheets $4.99 art-261 30 sheets $34.75 art-272	Add to Wishlist Add to Wishlist


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Combo 4-pack One each: Rainbow Black Multicolor, Scratch-Lite, Scratch & Sparkle, and Multicolor Scratch & Sparkle	4 sheets $4.99 art-264	Add to Wishlist


art-281 Add to Wishlist	Jumbo Wood Stylus Heavy-duty hardwood stylus with flattened point measures 3 1/2" long x 1/4" diameter. US$3.50 pack of 12	art-282 Add to Wishlist	Heavy Duty Wood Stylus Pointed at one end, this heavy-duty hardwood stylus measures 5 1/2" long x 1/4" diameter. US$3.99 pack of 25


Add to Wishlist	Brave Kid Cape Kit Kids cannot get enough of super heroes, those "caped crusaders" who make the world safer. Kids facing hospitalization, medical procedures, and treatments need all the help they can get to be brave, manage their fears, listen carefully and cooperate with instructions, to "get through" whatever must be endured. Play is essential to successful coping, and a Brave Kid Cape can magically turn a child into a super hero, and we all know how powerful and brave they are. Brave Kid Capes Kits are designed to help pediatric patients feel as safe, secure, and brave as possible while undergoing challenging, often frightening, medical services. Helping children understand the necessity of listening and following instructions during their treatments is essential. The Brave Kids~Bailey, Bobby, Beth, and Brad~serve as role models. Strong, understanding, and supportive, they want each patient to succeed, and they speak the language of these particular children. The Brave Kids help to communicate to children that their feelings are important and that staying positive and strong impacts their experience. Each kit contains a metal keepsake box, Brave Kid cape, coloring sheets, stickers, and a membership card. The Brave Kid Cape unlocks the magic. When young children put on their Brave Kid Capes, they feel more courageous. This sense of bravery helps children coping with scary situations. To insure safety, the capes feature quick-release, easy break-away clasps. Available a choice of red or purple, Brave Kid Cape Kit makes an ideal gift for any child needing encouragement or validation for being brave. Being in hospital and undergoing procedures are but two challenging situations calling for bravery. US$29


Add to Wishlist	Wizard Glow Sphere Each push of the button on this 5 1/2" hand-held orb changes the light mode from multi-color flashing to gradual color change to two-tone solid then to three separate solid colors. Ultimate cause and effect distraction toy, Wizard Glow Sphere engages the child and rewards her persistence with an array of color displays. US$4 each US$20.40 set of 6

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