2018 Catalog
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Cover art: Untitled, by Tae (Patipat Chaiwitesh). Art Lesson: Weaving and patterning, developed and taught by Tae, October 2017. For more information on the pattern and weaving-based lesson on the preceding pages, and how Guidecraft helps develop the connections between geometry and fine arts, creativity and systems theory through educational toys, please visit Guidecraft.com/art-lesson.
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Magnetic
3+ Age
STEM
IO Blocks®
pg. 16
Grippies®
pg. 28
PowerClix®
pg. 42
Better Builders®
pg. 56
Texo®
pg. 64
Block Science
pg. 66
Block Play
pg. 78
Manipulatives
pg. 94
Light
pg. 122
TEAM
pg. 128
POPs
pg. 134
Index
pg. 136
Rubberwood
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IO BlocksÂŽ Center
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Develop social emotional and STEM skills in a collaborative, play-based environment. This all-in-one table brings movement, simple machines and dramatic play to the original IO Blocks friction-fit, construction toy platform. Combine gears, slides, IO people and standard IO Blocks pieces to create limitless builds using problem solving, introductory architecture and STEM skills. The IO Blocks Center includes 1 birch plywood play table, 4 storage bins and 458 building pieces (400 IO Blocks, 14 gears, 16 axles, 4 gear cranks, 12 slide pieces and 12 IO people). Enrich the IO Blocks Center experience with the IO Blocks Center Expansion Pack which includes an additional or replacement set of IO people, axles and gear cranks. Dimensions: 31"L x 22"W x 23"H.
3+ G9609 IO Blocks Center G9615 IO Blocks Center Expansion Pack - 32 pc. set
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IO Blocks® Recipient of the National Parenting Center’s Seal of Approval, winner of the Tillywig Brain Child and Parents’ Choice Awards, and Finalist for 2016 Toy of the Year (TOTY). IO Blocks building sets connect with an easily adjustable friction fit, including the Minis and Vehicles sets. Free IO Blocks interactive App acts as build guide for all sets. Education sets include additional Creativity Cards for building inspiration.
4+ G9600 76 pc. set G9601 114 pc. set G9602 192 pc. set
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G9603 1000 pc. set G9604 Travel set G9605 500 pc. set
FREE IO App for your smartphone or tablet!
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IO BlocksÂŽ Vehicles 2017 TOTY Award Finalist IO Blocks Vehicles adds fins, wings, cabs, bumpers, cabins, wheels and more to the IO Blocks building toy system. Build unlimited vehicle combinations with interlocking friction-fit pieces. Each set includes an IO Blocks Hero figure. Large Vehicles Set includes 2 Hero figures. Use the enclosed tracker pad and free IO Blocks App for extra building inspiration.
4+ G9606 Vehicles - 96 pc. set G9607 Race Cars - 48 pc. set G9608 Planes & Boats - 59 pc. set
VEHICLES
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IO Blocks® Minis Quarter-size mini version of the awardwinning IO Blocks open-ended building toy, whose 12 unique shapes are inspired by the digital world’s pixelated construction forms. Enclosed tracker pad and free IO Blocks App for your smartphone and tablet are used for extra building inspiration.
5+ G9610 75 pc. set G9612 425 pc. set
G9611 250 pc. set G9613 900 pc. set
IO Blocks • IO Minis
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IO BlocksÂŽ Minis Wild POP This self-contained countertop display POP box presents a wild introduction to the IO Blocks Minis building system. Each colorful counter display features full-color artwork on all sides and contains 30 individually packaged IO Blocks Minis Wild Animals. Includes 3 of each IO Minis Wild Animal.
5+ G9497 IO BlocksÂŽ Minis Wild POP
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IO BlocksÂŽ Minis Wild Animals These mini animal builds come individually wrapped, each including the pixel-inspired IO Blocks Minis building blocks as well as unique, personalized animal parts. Collect them all! Each animal comes in a pack of 10.
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Tortoise Crocodile Rhino Sheep Toucan
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Elephant Walrus Seahorse Flamingo Rabbit
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Grippies® The STEM building toy platform for toddlers, Grippies, combines tactile exploration, magnetic play and an introduction to the basic principles of engineering and geometry. Grippies provides a secure, frustration-free set of 2D and 3D magnetic construction options as children first discover the joy of building and science of magnetic principles. All sets feature 4 soft-touch matte textures in appealing bright colors, exaggerated for tactile and visual stimulation. The entire line features a range of play from basic linear patterning to simple shape construction to 3D builds. All are packaged in sturdy storage containers. Grippies Builders is a 2017 TIA Toy of the Year Finalist and recipient of the Tillywig Brain Child Award, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum and SNAP Awards, Parents’ Choice Silver Award and The National Parenting Center’s Seal of Approval.
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GrippiesÂŽ Builders Soft-touch, tactile magnetic rod and ball configuration provides a secure, frustrationfree set of construction options for the youngest builders, ranging from basic linear patterning to simple shape construction to more complex 3D builds. 18 mo+
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GrippiesÂŽ Shakers Playful sensory beads rattle their way down magnetic rods through clear ABS plastic windows, providing a unique auditory and kinetic building experience. Toddlers exercise their sensory, fine and gross motor and engineering skills with these engaging, acoustic construction pieces. 18 mo+
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GrippiesÂŽ Curves Colorful, curved rods encourage magnetic and tactile exploration through linear patterning and a combination of structural and organic 3D construction. Character faces introduce a dramatic play element, as toddlers can integrate expressive creatures into their builds. 18 mo+
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GrippiesÂŽ Links Features easy-to-stack and connect magnetic construction blocks and two sizes of characters to encourage a combination of building and social-emotional play. Blocks pivot when connected for organic, fluid play. 18 mo+
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GrippiesÂŽ Windows Discover magnetic principles, properties of light and color recognition through multiple 2D and 3D builds, patterning activities and angular, organic creations. 18 mo+
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GrippiesÂŽ Stackers Explore patterning, color and tactile matching and properties of balance with textured, magnetic X-shaped blocks and 2 sizes of nesting cylinders. Toddlers can match and mix the variety of faces to incorporate social-emotional development into spatial play. 18 mo+
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Frames
Solids
Organics
Discover the System Frames
The PowerClix® System Solids, Frames and Organics—three unique sets that integrate flawlessly to let you explore and build with endless creativity. The easy click ‘n connect pieces, with super-strong magnetic force, allow for fast, simple and powerful 2D and 3D modeling. Solids
Included with each set is the PowerClix Creativity Guide which provides themes and inspiration for young builders, while introducing them to the basics of STEM concepts. The PowerClix System is the recipient of the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio’s Platinum Best Toy Award.
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PowerClixÂŽ Solids PowerClix Solids have beautiful, translucent solid plastic pieces. The Solids sets are excellent for introduction to the basics of magnetism, volume and mass, as well as color theory.
3+ G9420 G9421 G9422 G9423
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PowerClixÂŽ Frames Frames have colorful, translucent plastics and geometric shapes that allow for open-ended, magnetic 2D and 3D constructions.
4+ G9199 26 pc. set G9200 48 pc. set G9201 74 pc. set G9202 100 pc. set
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PowerClix® Organics Recipient of The National Parenting Center’s Seal of Approval and winner of Parents’ Choice Gold Award and Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Best Toy Award. Organics are designed and inspired by shapes and forms found in nature, allowing for unique magnetic building.
5+ G9430 26 pc. set G9431 48 pc. set G9432 74 pc. set G9433 100 pc. set
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PowerClix® Explorer Series
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The PowerClix Explorer Series combines all three PowerClix sets—Frames, Solids and Organics—for multiple STEAM skill development. Features original illustrated comic, interactive backdrop and unique figures created by the talented, 17 year-old artist, Ethan Wadsworth.
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5+ G9470 Space Set G9472 Architecture Set
G9470 G9472
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PowerClixÂŽ Racers
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The PowerClix magnetic building toy system goes for the win with its aerodynamic Racers set. Build vibrantly-colored performance race cars from 41 unique snap-on pieces. Customize your race car build with decals, a spoiler, bumper, fenders, motors, dual exhaust, side scoops or a roll bar for endless combinations of decked out racing vehicles. Sturdy wheels and axels and streamlined magnetic parts make building and altering each vehicle a snap.
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3 in 1 Constructions
PowerClix速 Construction Vehicles Sets
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The award-winning PowerClix magnetic building toy system hits the road with its Construction Vehicles sets. Build a sturdy front loader, dump truck, bulldozer or endless open-ended vehicle combinations using the simple click-on pieces. Fully articulating wheels and axels and magnetic parts make building and altering each vehicle a snap. Works seamlessly with all other sets in the PowerClix building system. Also available as an app-enabled Bluetooth速 Construction Vehicles Set.
5+ G9460 Construction Vehicles G9461US Bluetooth速 Construction Vehicles G9461INT Bluetooth速 Construction Vehicles
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Better BuildersÂŽ With super-strong magnetic force and unique rod and ball configurations, Better Builders are an inventive way to help children discover the principles of science, construction and engineering while developing their creativity skills. Includes handy storage bin and an Activity Guide which provides building inspiration. Magnets are safely and securely embedded in the oversized rods. Metal balls ensure a quick and strong connection. An Oppenheim Platinum Best Toy Award Winner.
2+ G8300 30 pc. set G8301 60 pc. set G8302 100 pc. set
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Better BuildersÂŽ Reflections The black and white design presents a natural fit for discovering the principles of sight and symmetry. With a black and white design, the X-shape pieces enhance early engineering skills and reflective mirror panels encourage sensory experiences. Coordinates with all original Better Builders construction sets.
2+ G8307 29 pc. set G8308 58 pc. set
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G8304
Better BuildersÂŽ People With four characters in each set, Better Builders People combine multiple facets of play: color, matching, construction and dramatic play. The Community People include a police officer, fire fighter, construction worker and mail carrier. The Career People include an astronaut, doctor, farmer and chef. Coordinates with all original Better Builders sets. Each measure approximately 3"W x 1.75"D x 7"H.
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Better BuildersÂŽ Emotions Better Builders Emotions express 6 distinct emotions to which children can relate: happy, sad, angry, surprised, confused and scared. Interchange the friction-fit hairstyles to create new personalities and allow for personal connection to the characters. The 30-piece set includes 2 blue, 2 yellow, and 2 red ball and tall rod bodies with gender neutral shirts and shoes. Coordinates with all original Better Builders construction sets and Better Builders Career and Community People sets. Recipient of the PAL Award. Each measure approximately 3"W x 1.75"D x 7"H.
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new Texo® Texo is the award-winning 3 dimensional design and construction system by architect, author and designer, Lester Walker. The beauty of Texo is the variety of building systems found within one toy with simple puzzles, shape sorting and color matching as well. The system allows for a gradual progression from stacking the interconnected shapes to creating advanced architectural models such as bridges, houses, skyscrapers and more. Plastic rods and solid wood planks coupled with the geometric precision of molded plastic connectors enhance design and construction potential. Also included is a deluxe Activity Guide with howto’s, commentary and step-by-step instructions on maximizing the potential of Texo.
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Block Science This pioneering extension of the unit block system adds a rich layer of cognitive development to traditional classroom block play. Block Science Foundation Sets enhance and expand on traditional block play by encouraging early engineering concepts, collaboration, spatial thinking, problem solving and STEM skills. Plastic building and roadway clips stabilize builds, bridges and loops, while little cars carrying algebraic people inspire hours of collaborative, educational play. Three sizes of Block Science Foundation Sets and corresponding Unit Blocks Sets, sold separately, allow educators to purchase the perfect size and level for their unique needs. Use Foundation Sets with traditional unit blocks or purchase corresponding Unit Blocks Sets for an introduction to the new narrative of block play, Block Science. For more information on piece counts and suggested activities, please visit guidecraft.com/block-science.
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G2100R + G2101B
Block Science Foundation Sets Smooth-sanded beech wood pieces are designed to work with all standard unit blocks. Available in three sizes with corresponding Unit Blocks Sets sold separately. Eco-friendly rubberwood blocks with smooth-sanded edges are designed to complement Block Science Foundation Sets or function as stand-alone sets.
3+ G2100R G2101B G2110R G2111B
Foundation Set A - 55 pc. set Unit Blocks Set A - 28 pc. set Foundation Set B - 92 pc. set Unit Blocks Set B - 56 pc. set *Unit Blocks sold separately.
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Block Science Foundation Sets 3+ G2120R Foundation Set C - 155 pc. set G2121B Unit Blocks Set C - 84 pc. set *Unit Blocks sold separately.
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Block Science People Five additional Block Science children and three additional adult figures enhance group learning of key mathematical concepts, literacy and other social skills.
3+ G2310P 8 pc. set
G2310P
Block Science Car Set Aspiring drivers can add more movement to any Block Science Foundation Set with a set of two cars, four wheel clips and two rope hitches.
3+ G2320C 8 pc. set
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Block Science Big Block Trucks Building upon the multi-faceted early childhood development benefits of block play, each sturdy wooden truck is designed to teach children about simple machines (such as levers, wheels and axles, gears and pendulums) and STEM concepts. Also encourages teamwork, social interaction and selfexpression. Each truck measures approximately 14.75"H x 5.5"D x 8.75"L.
3+ G7530 Cement Mixer G7532 Tow Truck
G7531 Dump Truck G7533 Wrecking Ball
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Block Play
Block Play
Notch Blocks Great for indoor or outdoor use, and made from FSC certified eucalyptus wood. Blocks feature smooth-sanded edges and notches that lock together allowing for big structures and endless building possibilities. Weathers to a soft gray if left outdoors. Smallest block measures 6"L x 3"W. Largest block measures 30"L x 3"W.
3+ G6110 89 pc. set
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Unit Blocks Unit Blocks foster a multitude of cognitive and physical skills in a young child such as teamwork, fine motor skills and basic STEM concepts. These eco-friendly rubberwood blocks with smooth-sanded edges are designed to complement Block Science Foundation Sets or to use as stand-alone sets. Available in five sizes with a lifetime guarantee.
2+ G2101B Set A - 28 pc. set G2111B Set B - 56 pc. set G2121B Set C - 84 pc. set G2141 Set D - 135 pc. set G2151 Set E - 218 pc. set
Block Play
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Mini Hollow Blocks This 16-piece set is constructed with birch plywoods and solids, and sized to standard unit blocks. Indoor use only. Largest block measures 11"W x 5.5"D x 2.75"H. Smallest block measures 5.5"W x 2.75"D x 1.25"H.
3+ G97079
Hollow Blocks Oversized, hollow 16-piece set is made of birch plywoods and solids. Smooth-sanded blocks have rounded edges and a sealed finish. For indoor use only. Largest block measures 15.5"W x 8"D x 4"H. Smallest block measures 4"W x 8"D x 4"H.
3+ G97080
Block Play
Arches & Tunnels Made of birch plywood. Set of 10 includes 2 tunnels and 8 arches. 11"W x 2.75"D x 5.5"L.
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Rainbow Blocks An adventure in color, light and sound. Combine and stack the blocks to create new and exciting sensory experiences using the multiple shapes and styles. Smooth hardwood frames have sensory windows for colorful stimulation while building. Block sets are designed to fit standard unit block measurements.
2+ G3015 10 pc. set G3016 30 pc. set
G3012 Crystal Bead G3013 Shimmering Water G3014 Sand
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Jr. Rainbow Blocks Smooth hardwood frames with inset, colorful, transparent acrylic windows are ideal for color exploration and light table activities. One-third smaller than unit block size.
2+ G3082 20 pc. set G3083 40 pc. set
Stacking Rainbow Pyramid Six hardwood stacking squares feature inset acrylic windows for stacking, sorting, building, sequencing and creating imaginative, colorful constructions. Largest square measures 7"W x 2"D x 7"H.
2+ G5066
Block Play
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Treasure Blocks Display or observe small objects and treasures through inset, transparent acrylic windows. Sturdy hardwood frames have removable panels which are available in clear or primary colors. Set of 8. Largest Block measures 5.5"L x 5.5"W x 2"H.
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Magnification Blocks Six stacking squares with inset lenticular windows are ideal for exploring natural, tactile and other detailed materials found inside the classroom or out in nature. Largest square measures 7"W x 7"D x 2"H.
2+ G3018
Mirror Blocks An exploration of light, reflection and identification. Set of 10 mirror blocks features hardwood frames with soft, rounded corners and double-sided, reflective interior panels. Sized to standard unit block measurements.
2+ G3017
Block Play
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Branch Blocks Natural and unscripted play patterns emerge through organic building and dramatic play inspiration. Intact textured bark on each building piece adds sensory exploration mirroring the inherent benefits of outdoor play. 36 wood pieces included.
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Block MatesÂŽ Building upon the foundation of unit blocks, Block Mates are designed to enhance the original principles of block play through themed exploration sets. Pieces fit standard unit blocks and can be built in their natural form or mixed and matched with other pieces to create new, imaginative vehicles or creatures. Gasket design ensures a snug fit. Unit Blocks not included.
3+ G7601 Farm Animals G7602 Dinosaurs G7603 Safari G7604 Community Vehicles G7605 Construction Vehicles
2+ G7600 Hardwood Unit Block - 5 pc. set *Unit Blocks sold separately
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Block Play
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Manipulatives
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Form Sorter An ideal tool for educators to assess essential cognitive development in toddlers and children. Three colorful, rubberwood shapes introduce children to shape identification, counting and color recognition. 12"W x 5"D x 2"H.
1+ G6743
Nest and Fit Shapes This durable puzzle board features colorful, stationary and familiar shapes, as well as the hallmark soft plastic edges of Guidecraft manipulatives boards. Toddlers discover hidden cutouts within the oversized rubberwood blocks and match to corresponding pegs developing spatial awareness, observational and fine motor skills. 10.75"W x 11.75"D x 2"H. 18 mo+
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Shape Sorter Encourage cognitive and fine motor development through sorting and matching with this chunky, easy-to-grasp Shape Sorter set. Toddlers match the 9 colorful and familiar shapes made of rubberwood to the corresponding cutouts on the durable board. 15"W x 11.75"D x 3"H. 18 mo+
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Count and Twist Shapes Practice color identification, dexterity and fine motor skills using this chunky nuts and bolts activity board. The durable birch plywood puzzle board with fixed bolts encourages sorting, counting and the discovery of fractions. 15"W x 4.75"D x 3.25"H.
2+ G6901
Count by Color Cylinders Add, subtract and sort these smooth-sanded cylinders with multi-colored stripes for engaging mathematics play. The sturdy board holds pieces in place as young children practice counting and identification skills. 15"W x 11.75"D x 2.25"H.
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new Counting Tree Toddlers exercise their budding counting, color recognition and stacking skills using the chunky branches and pegs. Small, plastic grips in the hollows of each branch help keep corresponding cylinders snugly in place. 12"W x 12"D x 3"H.
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Starter Fractions
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Encourage free exploration of fraction units by counting, sorting and stacking shapes. Developing minds increase their understanding of numbers and one-to-one correspondence sorting square, triangle and circular fraction shapes. Colorful rubberwood shapes are in quarter, third, half and whole pieces. Each board measures 15"W x 5"D x 2"H.
2+ G6739 Starter Circle Fractions G6745 Starter Triangle Fractions G6748 Starter Square Fractions G6748
Manipulatives
new Nesting Circle Fractions Promote physical understanding of mathematical concepts, as well as negative space and differentiation, using these tactile fraction pieces. Rubberwood puzzle pieces are in quarter, half and whole shapes to create complete circles. 15"W x 5"D x 2"H.
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Cylinder Steps Five rows of appealing, smoothsanded cylinders, in increasing size and transitioning colors, introduce children to seriation concepts and color gradients. Practice organization and identification skills using the fun cylinders and durable birch plywood puzzle board. 13"W x 11.75"D x 3"H.
2+ G6734
Sort and Stack Shapes Count, sort and stack chunky rubberwood shapes with the corresponding dowels on the birch plywood puzzle board. Introduce children to mathematical concepts, color recognition and matching using recognizable shapes and colors. 11"W x 9.5"D x 3.25"H.
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Mix and Match Stacks Children sort, stack, nest and build while developing color recognition, matching and creativity. The versatile features of these colorful rubberwood blocks and corresponding puzzle board provide countless learning opportunities. 11.8"W x 9.5"D x 2.85"H.
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Nest and Stack Shapes Encourage spatial thinking, sequencing and classification techniques using multi-sized shapes made of sturdy and smooth rubberwood. Recognizable shapes can be sorted by size and color as well as nested within the larger shapes. 15"W x 11.75"D x 2"H.
2+ G6737
Count and Stack Poppers Encourage counting and matching skills through exciting auditory stimulation. Stack, pop and separate with easy-to-connect, smooth-sanded cylinders and corresponding puzzle board. 15"W x 4.75"D x 6.75"H.
2+ G6736
Manipulatives
new Spatial Concepts Sorter Encourage toddlers to recognize forms and shapes through directive play and activities inspired by Froebel’s gifts. A sturdy puzzle board provides a perfect place for stationary activities or shape exploration. 11.5"W x 9.5"D x 2.5"H.
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Fruit Stacking Set includes an orange, apple and pear sliced in halves, thirds and quarters respectively. The fruit’s textured surfaces stimulate children’s senses while developing fine motor skills. Encourages tactile distinction and strengthens fine motor skills, sequencing abilities and the basics of counting. Includes pegged base for stacking and easy storage. 9"W x 3"D x 3.75"H.
2+ G6732
Manipulatives
Caterpillar Stacking This engaging toy is made up of rounded, chunky, tactile shapes that can stack to create a variety of colorful caterpillar families. The pegged base allows for stacking multiple angled, color-coded blocks. Set includes color-matching Activity Cards and card stand. Individual block: 1.75"H x 2"Dia. Stand: 9"W x 3"D x 4.25"H.
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Sorting Vehicles Beautiful, colorful, wooden Sorting Vehicles are the perfect way to teach color and shapematching while stimulating fine motor and sensory skills. Three vehicle-shaped blocks have inset sensory blocks displaying sand, water and beads through framed acrylic windows. Each vehicle measures approximately 5"H.
2+ G6741
Manipulatives
Screw Block Refine hand-eye coordination, color matching and fine motor skills. Nylon interior ring holds the screwdriver in place when not in use. 4"W x 4"D x 6"H.
2+ G2003
Sorting Tree Each set includes 6 colorful screws that can be matched by size and color and screwed into corresponding holes in the wooden treelike base. Great for teacher/student or parent/ child collaboration. 3.75"Dia. x 4.25"H.
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Beehive Lacing This set combines a classic lacing activity while inspiring dramatic play. Set includes solid rubberwood beehive and three bees on multi-colored strings with bead stoppers. Strengthens fine motor skills and sequencing capabilities. 4.25"W x 5.5"D x 4.5"H.
3+ G6802
Count and Lace Fruit Set includes 24 lacing pieces of colorful wooden fruit, 2 long laces with a wooden caterpillar and beaded stoppers, plus 10 Activity Cards. Great for counting and sequencing challenges, shape and color sorting and developing fine motor skills. 9.5"W x 2"D x 7.75"H.
3+ G6803
Manipulatives
Geo Shape Lacing Set includes 3 over-sized geometric lacing boards and 6 multi-colored laces. Creativity Guides are included to aid teachers in fun classroom activities. Easy for little hands to grasp and great for developing hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and process. Each lacing board measures approximately 7".
3+ G6801
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Nest and Lace Shapes Toddlers practice their hand-eye coordination, shape identification and patterning abilities by lacing the chunky rubberwood puzzle pieces together. A smooth-sanded dowel helps guide the thread through each shape. Activity Cards provide patterning inspiration. Largest piece measures 3"W x 1"D x 2"H.
3+ G6747
Manipulatives
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Tactile Matching Maze Practice fine motor, problem solving and matching skills by rearranging circular pieces on the track to match the patterns of corresponding square blocks. Chunky, square puzzle pieces with textured centers can be rearranged to create new patterns for toddlers to follow. 15"W x 9.5"D x 2"H.
3+ G5079
new
Tactile Search and Match Toddlers flip sensory puzzle pieces over to feel and identify them from their bumpy ridges, smooth surfaces and soft textures. Practice classification and patterning skills with this engaging, tactile matching game. 14"W x 12"D x 2"H.
2+ G5077
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Peekaboo Sound Boxes Use the sturdy plastic handles to shake and listen to each box’s unique rattling sound. Find its match, and guess which material makes each corresponding sound. 12.25"W x 9.5"D x 3.25"H.
3+ G5084
G5084
G5085
Weight Cylinders Compare the weights to discover a match. Color-coded dots on each cylinder allow for self-correction. Ideal for home, preschool and day care use. 10"W x 7.75"D x 2.75"H.
3+ G5085
Manipulatives
G5084
G5085
Peekaboo Lock Boxes Chunky, solid wood shapes are hidden inside each box. View them through the transparent, colorful acrylic windows and unlock various latches to retrieve them. Storage tray included. Each box: 4.2"W x 4.2"D x 4.2"H.
2+ G5058
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G5060
G6708
3D Feel & Find 20 wooden shapes and matching, textured tiles provided in a durable canvas bag. Safe, non-toxic paints.
3+ G5060
3D Feel & Find World Icons 20 different shapes in all with matching tiles. Comes with a canvas bag with drawstring and honey-stained matching tiles.
3+ G6708
Manipulatives
Jumbo Texture Dominoes Textured dominoes are an ideal way to help children develop tactile distinction and visual perception. Each set contains 28 double-sided dominoes with textured shapes for matching. Great for visual and tactile skills, games and sorting/sequencing activities. Each piece measures 4"L x 2"W x .5"H.
2+ G5055 Farm Animals G5056 Food
G5055
G5056
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Sort and Match Each set includes 6 double-sided pattern cards, durable plastic pieces, game board with stand and setup box for storage. A perfect way to teach color and shape matching, sorting, sequencing and pattern recognition.
3+ G5090 Flower Pot G5091 Construction Trucks G5092 Animal Train
G5090
Manipulatives
G5091
G5092
G5090
G5091
G5092
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new Magna Tablets Children produce satisfying clicks as they drag the powerful, magnetic pen across the grid surface to create shapes geometric shapes, animals, letters, vehicles and more. Deluxe version includes a sturdy beech wood frame for additional protection. Magna Tablet 12"W x .5"D x 10"H. Magna Tablet Deluxe 14.5"W x 1"D x 11"H.Â
3+ G99970 Magna Tablet G99971 Magna Tablet Deluxe
Manipulatives
G99970
new
G99971
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LED Activity Tablet Features an ultra-slim design (.75" profile), hardwood beech frame, reinforced plastic corner covers and a 12" x 16" illuminated center. Thousands of individual energyefficient LEDs create a bright, consistent and evenly-lit surface. Perfect for tracing, stenciling or light and color exploration with our Rainbow Blocks, PowerClix, Interlox and more. Guaranteed to last up to 30,000 hours. Includes AC power adapter with simple on/off switch. UL listed and approved. Weight: 5 lb. Dimensions: 19"W x 15"D x .75"H.
2+ G16836US LED Activity Tablet (US) G16836INT LED Activity Tablet (INT)
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new Interlox Plastic, translucent panels feature inset shape details in five beautiful colors. Fit the edges together to create an unlimited array of constructions. Available in both square and round 96 piece sets.
2+ G16835 Interlox Squares G16834 Interlox Discs G16835
G16834
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available
2019!
TEAM Platform TEAM is a preschool platform for social emotional and cognitive development stemming from the union of geometry and psychology and spanning digital to physical products. TEAM products are centered around an interactive digital platform where multiple children participate in activities which strengthen relationships, increase their emotional intelligence, empathy and cognitive development. The TEAM platform includes: • 32" touchscreen monitor with built-in camera and adjustable stand • 4 units (Thoughts, Emotions, Actions and Messages) with 5 lessons each • A total of 20 lessons, 20 games, 6 songs, 7 stories and 7 gross motor activities • Pre and post assessment • Related teacher tips • Online, cloud-based analytics For more information, visit guidecraft.com/ TEAM. Coming in 2019!
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new Geo Boards Explore shapes, beginner geometric concepts, patterning and more using colorful rubber bands to trace the varied images on each pattern card. Each set includes four two-sided square boards, featuring pegged circle and square grids on either side, and 20 pattern cards. Individual board measures 8" x 8" in.
3+ Z1521
new Kai Kai & Xin Xin How do I feel? How do you feel? These two huggable plush dolls with removable facial features allow children to create a variety of facial expressions to encourage children to express their feelings.
3+ Z1540
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new zMirrors This set of four 8" mirrors helps children recognize their emotions and encourages sensory experiences. A unique three-handle design facilitates sharing with others and makes the mirrors easy to hold.
2+ Z1523
new Discovery Shapes Children practice sorting, matching and sequencing using the tactile, chunky pieces in bright colors. Easily recognizable shapes of triangles, circles, squares and plus signs nest in their corresponding tiles in four different colors. 32 pieces. Each tiles measures 2.75"W x 2.75"D x .5"H.
3+ Z1520
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Guidecraft POP Floor Display Guidecraft’s exclusive POP floor display provides an appealing alternative in the construction toy category for showcasing Guidecraft’s premier brands in a small footprint. The handsome wood-veneered 40" by 40" structure has 2 special display and 2 Play-With-Me shelves providing customers a way to experience the high quality, touchworthy building toys first hand. Our acrylic house icon tops the structure, standing tall above the crowd, and is filled with colorful IO Blocks representing the Guidecraft brand and its commitment to providing smart, open-ended building toys.
G9498 Walnut Display G9499 Maple Display
Walnut G9498
Maple G9499
G9498
POP Displays
IO Blocks® Minis Wild POP This self-contained countertop display POP box presents a wild introduction to the IO Blocks Minis building system. Each colorful counter display features full-color artwork on all sides and contains 30 individually packaged IO Blocks MInis Wild Animals. Includes 3 of each IO Minis Wild Animal. G9497 IO Blocks® Minis Wild POP
G9497
PowerClix® POP Tabletop Display Kit A unique countertop display introduces the entire PowerClix magnetic construction toy system with appealing Starter Sets of each PowerClix building set: Frames, Solids and Organics. A high definition LCD monitor with sound, securely set into the header of each display, plays an animated PowerClix video. Display comes with 36 Starter Sets. G9496US PowerClix® Display Kit (US) G9496INT PowerClix® Display Kit (INT) G9480 Frames - 6 pc. Starter Set G9481 Solids - 6 pc. Starter Set G9482 Organics - 6 pc. Starter Set
G9496
*double-sided poster included with each Starter Set.
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A
H
Arches and Tunnels
85
B Beehive Lacing Better Builders® Better Builders® Emotions Better Builders® People Sets Better Builders® Reflections Block Mates® Block Science Big Block Trucks Block Science Car Set Block Science Foundation Sets Block Science People Branch Blocks
110 58 63 62 60 92 76 75 70 74 91
C Caterpillar Stacking Count and Lace Fruit Count and Stack Poppers Count and Twist Shapes Count by Color Cylinders Counting Tree Crystal Bead Blocks Cylinder Steps
107 110 104 98 98 99 87 102
Hardwood Unit Blocks - 5 pc. seth Hollow Blocks
92 84
I Interlox IO Blocks® IO Blocks® Center IO Blocks® Minis IO Blocks® Minis Wild IO Blocks® Minis Wild POP IO Blocks® Vehicles
126 20 18 24 27 26/135 22
J Jr. Rainbow Blocks Jumbo Texture Dominoes
88 117
K Kai Kai & Xin Xin
131
L LED Activity Tablet
124
M
D Discovery Shapes
133
F Form Sorter Fruit Stacking
96 106
Magna Tablet Magna Tablet Deluxe Magnification Blocks Mini Hollow Blocks Mirror Blocks Mix and Match Stacks
120 121 90 84 90 103
N
G Geo Boards Geo Shape Lacing Grippies® Builders Grippies® Curves Grippies® Links Grippies® Shakers Grippies® Stackers Grippies® Windows Guidecraft® POP Floor Display
Index
130 111 30 34 36 32 40 38 134
Nest and Fit Shapes Nest and Lace Shapes Nest and Stack Shapes Nesting Circle Fractions Notch Blocks
96 112 104 101 80
P Peekaboo Lock Boxes Peekaboo Sound Boxes
115 114
PowerClix® Construction Vehicles PowerClix® Explorer Series PowerClix® Frames PowerClix® Organics PowerClix® POP Display PowerClix® Racers PowerClix® Solids
54 52 48 50 135 53 46
R Rainbow Blocks
86
S Sand Blocks Screw Block Shape Sorter Shimmering Water Blocks Sort and Match Sort and Stack Shapes Sorting Tree Sorting Vehicles Spatial Concepts Sorter Stacking Rainbow Pyramid Starter Circle Fractions Starter Square Fractions Starter Triangle Fractions
87 109 97 87 118 102 109 108 105 88 100 100 100
T Tactile Matching Maze Tactile Search and Match TEAM Platform Texo® 3D Feel & Finds Treasure Blocks
113 113 129 64 116 89
U Unit Blocks
70/82
W Weight Cylinders
114
Z zMirrors
132
2018
Terms and Conditions
NEW ACCOUNTS: Set up as prepaid for the first six months. Please provide bank and 3 trade references for terms following qualifying period. ORDERING: Opening order minimum of $250. Re-orders under $250 will incur a $5.00 under minimum charge. Order cancellation must be received in writing 5 days prior to the scheduled ship date. Orders shipped prior to notification of cancellation are buyer’s responsibility. Orders for immediate shipment may not be cancelled. PAYMENT: Net 30 days for credit accounts. Past due accounts are subject to an interest charge of 1.5% per month, 18% annually. Buyers agree that if invoices are not paid in accordance with terms they will pay all costs for collection, including attorney’s fees. • Credit Card Surcharge: Any invoice over $7,500 that is paid by credit card will be assessed a 3% surcharge. BACKORDERS: Guidecraft does not automatically cancel backorders. All backorder shipments are subject to the same terms and conditions as initial order. DROP SHIPMENTS: Guidecraft will drop ship any items(s) directly to your customer. Only available in the US and Canada. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Shipping errors and/or damages must be reported within 7 days of customer’s receipt of goods for credit or product replacement. Defective product will be replaced for up to one year from customer’s receipt of goods. No returns on overstocks. CATALOGS: First 25 free of charge. Catalogs in excess of 25 will incur freight charges. FREIGHT: All domestic orders will ship FOB Winthrop, MN 55396 and will ship via UPS, FedEx Ground or Common Carrier. All orders from Canada will ship FOB Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3G3 and will ship via Purolator, UPS, FedEx Ground or Common Carrier. All orders shipped from The Netherlands will ship FOB from Tilburg, The Netherlands, 5000 via DPD, DHL or Common Carrier. Guidecraft will ship your orders
prepaid using the carriers mentioned above. Service for these charges will be added to your invoice. Guidecraft has contracts with several carriers and will endeavor to select the least expensive carrier; however, we cannot guarantee that the least expensive carrier will always be located or used for a particular route or delivery. You are free and encouraged to specify your own carrier, and have the shipping charges billed directly to you from the freight carrier (*The Netherlands not included). • Business-to-Business Shipments: Including shipment to you or drop shipments to your customers that have a company name. Unless specifically directed, Guidecraft will ship all Business-to-Business shipments via common carrier, enlisting no special services. • Business-to-Consumer Shipments: Drop ships on your behalf to individuals will be shipped by common carrier using Residential delivery rates. No other special services will be specified (*The Netherlands not included). • Special Services: Please keep in mind that if special services are required we ask that you let us know at time of order by noting these requirements on your purchase order so these services can be billed at time of shipment. If additional services are requested or performed by the carrier, these services can result in additional charges. Common additional services encountered in our industry include, but are not limited to, residential delivery, inside delivery and lift gate service. If these services are not noted, but are deemed required by the carrier a special freight adjustment invoice will follow your original invoice. These additional charges are your responsibility. • Free Freight Program: Orders of $2,500 or more will be shipped FFA to a single destination within the continental US. The program cannot be combined with any other discounts, programs or special offers. On qualifying FFA orders, Guidecraft reserves the right to hold orders so that FFA shipment values exceed $2,500 and/or to cancel back orders. Items that ship via LTL do not qualify for the Free Freight program.
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