The physical environment sets the stage and creates the context for everything that happens in any setting—a classroom, a play yard, a multipurpose room. A high-quality environment welcomes children; engages children in a variety of activities; provides space for individual, small-group, and large-group activities; and generally supports the program's philosophy and goals. Ultimately, the physical environment must convey values and messages about who is welcomed, what is important, and what the beliefs are about how children learn.

Updated in 2008, this is one of nine booklets addressing the Standards and Criteria specific to NAEYC Accreditation of early childhood education programs. 

This DVD demonstrates how working with natural clay benefits the emotional, creative, intellectual, and physical development of young children. I Am Clay is an educational documentary featuring experts on early childhood and children 13 months to 6 years old. From K-Play. 30 min.

This extra support sunglass holder provides added protection for your sunglasses. For convenience it has a hook which you can attach to your backpack, golfbags, or beach totes. 

Size is 3" H x 6" W x 2" D.

Available in 4 colors: Red, Yellow, Green, and Blue

Learn to guide, expand, and assess children’s block play with nationally field tested curriculum that meets national standards. Block play is an important part of exploring physical properties such as gravity and balance as well as theories of structure like tension and compression. Real-life examples bring to life this exciting realm of science learning. Part of the Young Scientist Series and copublished with Redleaf Press.