A few of the playthings and educational materials suggested in this book are available only through mail-order catalogue. In each of these cases, the company from which the item may be purchased has been noted in the text, and the address and phone number of that company have been listed below. Remember that the catalogues available from the following sources offer far more than the items I have recommended. No doubt, you'll find within their pages many other exciting ideas for your learner!
Aristo-play, Ltd.
P.O. Box 7529 Ann Arbor, MI 48107 (800) 634-7738
Aristoplay offers a catalogue of fascinating games that teach. Most items allow for multi-level play, providing a continuing challenge for growing children, and allowing players of different ages to enjoy the games together.
Childcraft, Inc.
P.O. Box 29149 Mission, KS 66201 (800) 631-5657
This colorful catalogue is filled with high-quality play materials, each geared for a specific age group.
Cuisenaire Company of America, Inc.
12 Church Street, Box D New Rochelle, NY 10802 (800) 237-3142
This specialty catalogue offers hands- on materials that teach math and science. While designed primarily for teachers, these materials come with complete instructions that enable most to be used successfully at home.
Dale Seymour Publications P.O. Box 10888 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (800) 872-1100
Dale Seymour publishes four catalogues featuring unusual, high-quality supplementary educational materi-
als for every level from early childhood through high school.
The Heritage Key 6102 E. Mescal Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (602) 483-3313
This "international children's catalog" offers books, dolls, toys, and other cultural-enrichment materials designed to educate children about the customs and languages of people around the world.
Kaplan School Supply Corporation 1310 Lewisville-Clemmons Road P.O. Box 609 Lewisville, NC 27023 (800) 334-2014
This catalogue is loaded with hands- on materials for early childhood programs and the teaching of beginning reading, science, and math.
Lakeshore Learning Materials 2695 E. Dominguez Street P.O. Box 6261 Carson, CA 90749 (800) 421-5354
Lakeshore offers colorful multisensory materials designed to teach readiness skills through play.
Mind's Eye Box 1060
Petaluma, CA 94953 (800) 227-2020
This catalogue features a large collection of books on tape, many of which are narrated by famous people.
The Right Start Right Start Plaza 5334 Sterling Center Drive Westlake Village, CA 91361 (800) 548-8531
Right Start specializes in high-quality, reasonably priced products and gifts for infants and toddlers.
Toys to Grow On P.O. Box 17 Long Beach, CA 90801 (800) 542-8338
This catalogue offers toys and games for infancy through the grade-school years, including personalized items.
Troll Learn & Play 100 Corporate Drive Mahwah, NJ 07430 (800) 247-6106
In this catalogue, you'll find games, playthings, and crafts designed to stimulate imagination and creativity.