Directories | Web | Images | Groups | News | Shopping | Local

Enter your search keyword(s):

 



(formerly Encyclopedic directory)
Early Childhood
Home / Top / Reference / Education / Products and Services / Early Childhood See also:
Insert Article Related articles

Webmasters: Add your website here:

Readers: Edit | Discuss Listings

The Teacher's Bookbag
Publishes a variety of blackline reproducible masters to use in creating books for emerging readers, a printable teacher's resource designed to be used in a classroom.
http://teachersbookbag.com

High Reach Learning
Early childhood curriculum programs for ages 3 months through 7 years include teacher resources with puppets, activity books, emergency kits, and learning cassettes.
http://www.highreach.com

Palma Smiley's Early Childhood Curriculums
Includes Smiley's philosophy of teaching toddlers and offers on-line ordering.
http://www.earlychildhood-curr.com/

Sensational Strategies for Teaching the Beginning Reader
Multi-sensory phonics program is based on the same Orton-Gillingham method of reading instruction used in leading education centers.
http://www.ortongillingham.com/

Service First Training OnLine
Sponsors and produces continuing education opportunities and training resources for administrators, teachers, and support staff.
http://www.servicetoservice.com

Lord Company Children's Furniture
Manufactures and distributes solid hardwood furniture and educational equipment for infants, toddlers, preschool and elementary-aged children.
http://www.lordequip.com/

Countdown Calendars Etc.
Promotes interactive calendars designed for education, family traditions, and the celebration of special events.
http://www.countdowncalendarsetc.com/

The Rolling Calendar
Introduces an interactive scrolling paper calendar which shows the passage of time in a fun way for children ages 3 to 8.
http://www.rollingcalendar.com/

Young Scholars - Educational tools for parents
Sells packaged posters for parents to use as educational materials in the home; for ages 1 to 10.
http://www.youngscholarsnow.com

IQ Booster
Markets kit designed to teach 2-6 year olds how to learn.
http://www.iqbooster.com

Graduation Supplies
Supplies caps, gowns, tassels, awards, ribbons, and choir robes for preschool, kindergarten, and head start.
http://www.rhymeuniversity.com/

I Can Talk
Provides educational and learning games developed by Speech Language Patholigists for children ages 2 to 6 years.
http://www.icantalk.com

KinderLit Reproducible Books
Markets resources for teaching language arts skills through literature.
http://www.KinderLit.com

KidsFelt.com
Classic stories are brought to life with storytelling and educational products for preschool, kindergarten and homeschool.
http://kidsfelt.com/

Spectrum Materials
A reading program for beginning readers through grades 1-2.
http://www.spectrummaterials.com/

Fara and Friends
Provides 13 weeks of daily lesson plans in one complete book with corresponding activity pages to make it fun.
http://www.faraandfriends.com

Three R's Education Centre
Reading and spelling kits for beginners in English, designed to make learning fun and fulfilling.
http://www.threers.com.au

Jazzles A-Z Clever Songs Alphabet CD
Fun songs for each alphabet letter. Song lyrics teach sound-letter relationships and alphabet order.
http://www.jazzles.com/

Creative Discoveries
Kits provide child-care providers with materials for child-centered activities. Each month of the program is centered on a single theme.
http://www.creativediscoverieskits.com/

Natural Learning
Website of Mary Jo Ayres. Offers educational resources including free fingerplays and art section.
http://www.naturallearning.com

Childrens Resources International
Provides curriculum guides, activity books, training and technical assistance, and college courses for teachers, administrators, and caregivers.
http://www.childrensresources.org/

Early Beginnings Preschool Program
Filled with hands-on learning activities reinforcing basic educational concepts. All materials designed for ages 2 1/2-5.
http://www.earlybeginnings.com/

Child Technologies
Furniture for infant, toddler, and preschool environments includes lofts, mirrors, storage cabinets, cubbies, shelves, tables, and chairs.
http://www.childtechnologies.com/index.html

TableTime Day Care Projects
Supplier of individually-packaged art and craft projects for use with preschoolers. Site includes sample projects, testimonials, prices, and ordering information.
http://www.tabletimeprojects.com/

Creative Resources
Produces literature-based theme units which include multi-sensory experiences to match individual learning styles.
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/Creative_Resources/

KidCrafter's Preschool Program
Offers monthly lesson plans and teacher's materials for use in preschools, daycare centers, and homes.
http://www.kidcrafters.com

ABC Stuff
Materials to help teach early readers include games, magnetic letters, and products for use by both teachers and parents.
http://www.abcstuff.com

Childcare Supply Company
Sells products for the childcare industry including gloves for diaper changing, cleaning supplies, and gloves for food service.
http://www.childcaresupplycompany.com

VitaSay USA, Inc.
Peer modeling language stimulation program features audio CDs of children at progressive stages of development - from womb sounds through age four.
http://www.vitasay.com/

I Found It Game
Presents a fun hide and seek game for learning alphabet letters, an early childhood educational tool for moms, preschools, and schools.
http://www.ifounditgame.com

Handbook for Directors and Pre-school Teachers
Includes information about how to design curriculum for children ages 3 to 5 and for kindergarten.
http://www.preschoolhandbook.com/

Teaching Strategies Online
Markets books and videos for educators of young children. Home of The Creative Curriculum.
http://www.teachingstrategies.com/

Chart Art - Educational Children's Posters and Games
Markets posters and games for the early childhood classroom.
http://www.chartart.org

Picture Me Reading
Visual-conceptual method of teaching beginning readers alphabet letters and sounds, digraphs, and Dolch sight words.
http://picturemereading.com/

Anchors and Sails
This step-by-step program, designed to teach 3-5 year olds to read, was created by a teacher and mother.
http://www.telusplanet.net/public/bjaremko

Rainbow Planet
Sells entertainment audiotapes, compact discs and workshops to educate children through music.
http://www.rainbowplanet.com

Test of Early Learning Skills
Assesses the learning skills of children entering preschool or kindergarten: thinking skills (reasoning), language competence, and number concepts.
http://webhome.idirect.com/~jsomwaru/Index.html

Kelly Bear
Kelly Bear teaches social skills plus emotional and intellectual development in a book, video, and CD series.
http://www.kellybear.com/

Love to Sing
Markets music-based fun educational videos, books, and CDs for teachers, caregivers and children.
http://www.lovetosing.co.nz/

Kindy Online
Brings educational programs for preschool online. Children learn to form letters by following animated New Zealand bush creatures.
http://www.Kindyonline.com/

Imagic Programs
Explore educational programs and innovative methods to teach young children how to read and to speak a second language.
http://www.imagicprograms.com

U-Otter-Read-It
Offers books and workshops promoting Canadian children's literature.
http://www.uotter.com

Little Strivers
Preschool program provides affordable monthly, theme-based lesson plans to busy child care providers, parents, and preschool teachers.
http://www.littlestrivers.com

Musicare
CDs and audio cassettes plus classes are offered by this music program for children ages 18 months to six years.
http://www.musicare-usa.com

LingoHouse
Sells children's language learning materials in several different languages.
http://www.lingohouse.com

Colored Sand Company
Colored play sand, sand art items, sand boxes, and sand toys are sold online at this site.
http://www.coloredplaysand.com

BilingualTeacherStore.com
Provides bilingual educational materials and needs with many items for Spanish plus additional offerings for French, German and Sign Language.
http://www.bilingualteacherstore.com

Daycare Education Home Unit Services
Provides educational resource kits for home daycare providers. The kits include preschool activities, craft projects, and teaching aids.
http://www.preschoolcrafts.net

Teaching Children to Dial 911
Teach your children to dial 911 using our 911 telephone simulator. Provides a realistic experience for young children.
http://www.911teletrainer.com

World Class Learning
Manufacturer of educational products.
http://www.wclm.com

Kindy Pix
Sells preschool and kindergarten personalized graduation certificates.
http://www.kindypix.com

Wood Etc. Corp.
Manufactures and distributes school furniture for kindergarten and daycare centers. Products include a variety of storage units and play equipment.
http://woodetccorp.com

Bilingual Supplies for Children
Bilingual books and educational materials for home and school use offer a wide selection of languages. UK site ships worldwide.
http://www.bilingual-books.com/

Healthy Start
This health education program uses fun-filled curriculum, tapes, and posters to teach preschool children how to have a healthy start in life.
http://www.healthy-start.com

FunLessonPlans.com - Preschool Lesson Plans
Offers preschool lesson plans and kindergarten themes for daycare, homeschool, and home activities plus kids' printable games and crafts.
http://www.funlessonplans.com

World of Wonder
Sells curriculum kits for preschool. Kits contain language, math, science, and dramatic play materials along with an activity ideas binder.
http://www.wowkits.com

Klikko
Sells math and science manipulatives designed to facilitate teaching in geometry and measurement.
http://www.klikkomath.com/

Tout About Toys
Provides interactive learning materials, manipulative toys, educational games, teaching aids, furniture and equipment for early childhood education.
http://www.toutabouttoys.com

Redleaf Press
Find books and resources for early childhood teachers, caregivers, and family child care providers from a division of Resources for Child Caring.
http://www.redleafpress.org

DotsTots.com
Markets original story telling CDs and educational products. Provides free information on children's health and development.
http://www.dotstots.com/

Spanish and French for Children
Distributes Beth Manners' audio cassettes and CDs which teach Spanish and French to children ages 2-6.
http://www.bethmanners.com

Learning Props Educational Tools
Learning Props develops products to help strengthen early childhood skills, as well as aiding in parent involvement.
http://www.learningprops.com

Multicultural Kids
Provides multicultural books, videos, dolls, and crafts to children in the home and classroom plus books on adoption and kids with disabilities.
http://www.multiculturalkids.com/

Peterson Directed Handwriting
Provides information, materials, and services including animated letter cards and explanations of developmental considerations.
http://www.peterson-handwriting.com/

Learning Wonders
Educational and religious felt products include precut felts for animals, fairy tales, science, math, and soft story books.
http://www.learningwonders.com/

Harrison and Company
Markets classroom furniture, toys, manipulatives, educational games, and other resources.
http://www.harrisonandcompany.com/

Cut-Rate Preschool Supplies
Order art supplies, flannel boards, playdough, inspirational products, and teaching materials from this online catalog.
http://cut-ratepreschoolsupplies.com/

KidsVision
Childcare video monitoring system technology allows parents to log into their childcare center's website to view their children from any standard web browser.
http://www.kidsvision.com

Plasticant Mobilo: Building and Construction Toy
3 to 8 year olds can construct objects and vehicles from their own imagination with this toy made in Germany for use in kindergartens and play-schools.
http://www.mobilo.net

Childs Play Inc.
Kindergarten furniture and daycare equipment include preschool storage units, sand and water tables, and dramatic play designs for early childhood.
http://childs-play-inc.com

Kids of the Kingdom
Christian preschool curriculum program, designed for children ages 2 ½ to 5 years, is offered online, on discs, or as a pack with supplies.
http://kidsofthekingdom.tripod.com/

NewPhonics
NewPhonics kindergarten classroom kits come with 52 lessons, puppets, educational materials, and teacher's instructions for the early literacy program.
http://www.newphonics.com

The Basic Child Care Training Series
The National Training Organization for Child Care Providers LTD. offers a series of eight video tapes to help train teachers and aides.
http://www.childcaretrainer.com

37th Street Enterprises
Provides learning materials for early education.
http://www.37thstreetenterprises.com

Readology
Parents and teachers will find early reader anthologies, reading group activities, and electronic books for beginning readers.
http://www.readology.com

Child Care Village
Members receive themes, activities, craft projects, menus, and business forms. A forum and child development topics provide childcare information.
http://www.ccvillage.com

Talking Child
Offers Baby Babble, a speech-enhancing video for children created by speech-language pathologists. Find parent tutorial, sign language tutorial, and developmental charts.
http://www.talkingchild.com

Brain Boosters
Brain Boosters is an interactive, educational music video for children ages 2 to 6. Designed to boost your child's learning.
http://www.brainboosters.info/

ABC Home Preschool
Provides a 9-month curriculum workbook for 2 year olds, 3 year olds and 4 year olds. ABC Home Preschool site is a resource for parents doing preschool at home.
http://www.abchomepreschool.com/

Work Out With Ticker
Markets physical education video geared toward 2- to 8-year-olds.
http://www.workoutwithticker.com/

Two Finger Spacer
This kindergarten and first grade reading and writing tool helps children space between words and letters as they write. It is also used to promote tracking and directionality as they read.
http://www.twofingerspacer.com

Kiblo Building Blocks
Kiblo is a 3 dimensional building block system designed for preschool classes or homes. Offers optional adhesive letter and number labels for learning.
http://www.kiblo.co.uk

Giga-Tykes
Offers a business opportunity to become an area Giga-Tykes owner and provide computer-based education for preschools and daycare centers.
http://www.gigatykes.com

Funsteps, Inc.
Provides complete curriculum programs for use by in-home and center-based childcare providers working with preschool age children.
http://www.funsteps.com

Now I Know My ABCs and a Whole Lot More!
Featured book has materials to teach preschoolers and kindergartners the alphabet and pre-reading skills. Includes activities, songs, games, and puppets.
http://oblockbooks.home.att.net

TryReading.com
Includes children's books, poetry, posters, and bookmarks which are offered as a selection of reading resources for teachers and homeschool educators.
http://www.tryreading.com

First Strokes Multi-Sensory Print Program
Designed by an occupational therapist to teach print handwriting, this intervention program provides materials for school therapists, teachers, and clinicians.
http://www.firststrokeshandwriting.com

Trisca: Innovation in Didactic Material
Portuguese factory creates products for education including furniture, puppet theaters, let's pretend props, whimsical pillows, and foam structures.
http://www.trisca.pt

Kindergarten.com
Resources for teachers and homeschool parents include lesson plans, reading material, and downloadable projects.
http://www.kindergarten.com

Edu World Services
Modern factory in Malaysia offers early learning products, preschool furniture, teaching aids, and outdoor play equipment.
http://www.ews.com.my

Hooked on Phonics
Makes available the Hooked on Phonics program, a resource which aids in teaching children to read.
http://www.hookedonphonics.com/

Bebop Books
Publishes multicultural books for emergent readers.
http://www.bebopbooks.com/

The Reading Lesson
Provides a phonics program consisting of a workbook and three CD-ROMs which help teaching young children to read.
http://www.readinglesson.com

English for tomorrow
Themed reading activities books for young children learning to read English help establish both a whole-word reading habit and phonic awareness.
http://web.onetel.net.uk/~english4tomorrow/Home_Page_1x.html

The Fable Company
Provides stories as reading concerts that allow children to listen and create the action in their minds. Presentations entertain as they encourage and promote literacy.
http://www.fablecompany.com

Conversations with Mary Evans
Presents video programs supporting healthy education for young children and family development. Also focuses on spirituality and contributions of women.
http://www.wise-womanproductions.com

Smart Cookie - Entertaining Educational VCD
In this video, nine children lead your little one into a world of fun as they sing, dance, and giggle while boosting your child’s confidence and early language skills.
http://www.smart-cookie.com/

hIQtoys - Smarter Toys for Smarter Kids
Specializes in educational toys and games that can help build high IQs for babies and kids. Includes educational software as well as the classic toys we had as children.
http://www.hiqtoys.com

Steps To Literacy
Products include everything from big books and magnetic letters to phonics and manipulatives for early literacy, professional educators development, and home schooling needs.
http://www.stepstoliteracy.com

Steffy Wood Products - Early Childhood Furniture
Manufactures commercial quality wood furniture for use in childcare or early learning centers. Includes sand and water play, dramatic play, and classroom accessories.
http://www.steffywood.com

Mahar Manufacturing - Quality Classroom Furnishings
Manufactures children’s rest mats in nine colors coordinated with plastic leg cots. Wood furniture includes cubbies, bookshelves, bookstands, lockers, and tables.
http://www.mahar.net

Kidzup
Offers children’s music, CD roms, and activity books for young children.
http://www.kidzup.com

Playmates of Learning
Educational, interactive wall charts for the alphabet, numbers, shapes, weather, etc. are charmingly handmade from soft materials. Suitable for all young children.
http://www.pol.org.uk

Colour Cut Create
Teachers and parents of young children can purchase books, masks, and mobiles that can be photo copied.
http://www.colourcutcreate.co.uk

Spanish Inspirations - Inspiring Kids to Learn and Love Spanish
Fun interactive Spanish classes use a variety of teaching methods to engage kids and teach words and phrases in Spanish.
http://www.spanishinspirations.com

Smart Start Toys
Offers quality wooden toys and handcrafted educational toys, games, and science kits for children's fun learning and early development.
http://www.smartstart-toys.co.uk

Auditory Learning Clinic
Teaching aids and associated instructional materials which allow the effective teaching of reading and spelling skills in the classroom - or at home. The materials are geared for students from Kindergarten through Third Grade and Special Education students.
http://www.toledo-bend.net/learning

Kids Without Limits
Offers a reading program with activities and workbooks that teach preschool children beginning reading skills as well as other skills that prepare them for school.
http://ourworld.cs.com/kwlsupport/KidsWithoutLimitsCurriculum/

Fun to Read Baskets
Children's storybooks are packaged with related gifts to encourage children to use their imagination while reading and ultimately promote enjoyment of reading.
http://www.funtoreadbaskets.com/

MyPicturePal.com ? Learning Tool for Speech and Language Disabilities
Explore this learning tool for children with speech and language learning disabilities including those with Autism and Asperger or Down Syndrome.
http://mypicturepal.com

ChildrenView.com
Offers a daycare camera system for use in childcare centers. The streaming video system allows parents to login and view their children.
http://www.childrenview.com

Kindergarten Readiness
Provides a packet of reading, writing, and math assessments as well as teaching suggestions to prepare young children for kindergarten
http://www.kindergartenreadiness.net

Learning With Games
Provides quality educational puzzles, games, and toys for young children. Parents and teachers will find interactive, and fun solutions for educating children.
http://www.learningwithgames.com

Personalized Flashcards
Order a set of flashcards for the alphabet, colors/shapes, and numbers. Includes customized cards made from photos, such as mommy and daddy, as submitted with order.
http://www.znarfcreations.com

Challenging Behavior in Young Children
Excerpts from the book, Challenging Behavior in Young Children, look at understanding, preventing, and responding effectively to children’s problems.
http://www.challengingbehavior.com

Second Street Puppets – Hand Made Washable Puppets
Order animal or people puppets with friendly, warm faces and soft, cuddly fur for storytelling in childcare centers, kindergarten, and libraries. Many designs and sets.
http://www.secondstreetpuppets.com

Learning Lyrics Teaching Products for Kids
Interactive CDs and Cassettes teach math, grammar, science, social studies, and languages to preschool and school age children.
http://www.learninglyrics.com/

Sign Language Products
Free manual alphabet poster down load at this site. Manufacturer of Keep Quiet & Reword games.
http://www.kopptronix.com

Owl and Mouse Educational Software: Learn Letters
Free program helps children learn to recognize and form letters of the alphabet.
http://www.yourchildlearns.com/learnletters.htm

Gumbo Kids
Offers products which give children a fun way to learn standard academics while broadening an interest in children from all cultural origins.
http://www.gumbokids.com

Linguatots
Markets innovative products which make language learning fun and easy for young children. Songs, games, audio books and activities help teach French, German, Italian or Spanish.
http://www.linguatots.com

Ready to Learn
Helps caregivers and teachers integrate Ready To Learn television programs into daily care.
http://www.wnet.org/readytolearn/index.html

The Toddler's Edge
Preschool education program that can help toddlers learn to read.
http://www.thetoddlersedge.com

Preschool Lesson Plans
Preschool lesson plans for hands-on, creative teachers who want to create a child centered program with the emphasis on creative expression.
http://www.creativeprek.com

PreKSmarties
Articles, shopping, and links for parents interested in early childhood education. Includes information about early reading and phonics.
http://www.preksmarties.com/

Handwriting Without Tears
Presents a pre-printing, printing, and cursive writing program plus tips for teachers, therapists, and parents.
http://hwtears.com

Evan-Moor Educational Publishers
Publishes s


Help build the largest human-edited directory on the web.
 Submit a Site - Open Directory Project (modified) - Become an Editor

Modified contents copyright 2008. All rights reserved.