Explore & Learn

Grades PreK, VPK, TK

A systematic program designed to support year-long, full-day or half-day in Prekindergarten (PK), Transitional Kindergarten (TK), and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) classrooms. Explore & Learn immerses students in theme-based learning across all academic content-areas with a balance of play and direct instruction.

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Series Highlights

Focus on a Child-Centered Approach

Build a Strong Foundation: Provides a comprehensive approach, ensuring well-rounded development for each child
Nurture Essential Life Skills: Tailored to foster cognitive, language, physical, and social skills

Integration of Academic Disciplines through Thematic Learning

Explore Themes: Provides learning opportunities through engaging and relevant themes across academic content-areas
Immersive Learning: Utilizes play, hands-on experiences, and technology for an immersive and enjoyable educational journey

Emphasis on Teacher-Child Relationships

Promote Positive Classroom Relationships: Prioritizes strong bonds for a safe and nurturing environment
Instill Confidence: Develops confident learners for effective learning experiences

Inside Every Kit

6 Thematic Read-Aloud Books
Vocabulary Concept Cards
Student Activity Book
Teacher’s Guide
Program Overview
Subitizing Cards
Digital Learning Resources

Digital Learning Resources

Experience how the platform brings Explore & Learn to life through an intuitive, all-in-one digital hub designed to simplify teaching and enrich early learning. With seamless access to interactive lessons, digital manipulatives, music, and family resources, educators can create joyful, purposeful learning that builds the foundation for Kindergarten readiness.

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Student Materials
Student Activity Books
Foster creative exploration with art and open-ended pages that connect to academic content.

Develop handwriting skills with gradual release practice pages.

Provides opportunities for students to practice fine motor skills and express their ideas creatively.
Social Story Posters
Promote the development of social skills and executive functioning through student-friendly scenarios.

Stuffed Cam E. Chameleon and Hard Cover Read-Aloud Book

Learn the backstory of our friend, Cam E. Chameleon, and share the cuddles around the room.
Teacher Materials

Management Guide

Explore best practices for promoting efficient and effective early childhood development.

Teacher’s Guides

Deliver easy-to-use, research-based daily lessons that include developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Observation and Assessment Guide

Monitor growth across domains through flexible assessment opportunities.

Read-Aloud Books

Engage readers with thematic books that reflect diverse characters, experiences, and settings. Three copies of each book are included.

Instructional Routine Cards

Support explicit instruction through consistent routines and minimize planning and prep time.

Vocabulary Concept Cards

Facilitate the development of oral language and content knowledge with real-life examples and age-appropriate definitions.

Subitizing Cards

Build foundational number sense and promote automaticity in quantifying numbers with these double-sided cards.

Manipulatives Kit (sold separately)

Effortlessly execute the program with seamlessly integrated consumable components, ensuring a smooth and successful instructional experience.
Digital Resources

Digital Resources and Manipulatives

Enhance student learning with digital manipulatives, student videos, read-along ebooks, audio recordings, family engagement letters, and more.
Unboxing Video

Explore & Learn Unboxing Video
Digital Manipulatives Demo

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Student Activity Books

Foster creative exploration with art and open-ended pages that connect to academic content.
Develop handwriting skills with gradual release practice pages.
Provides opportunities for students to practice fine motor skills and express their ideas creatively.

Social Story Posters

Promote the development of social skills and executive functioning through student-friendly scenarios.
Stuffed Cam E. Chameleon and Hard Cover Read-Aloud Book
Learn the backstory of our friend, Cam E. Chameleon, and share the cuddles around the room.

Management Guide

Explore best practices for promoting efficient and effective early childhood development.

Teacher’s Guides

Deliver easy-to-use, research-based daily lessons that include developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Observation and Assessment Guide

Monitor growth across domains through flexible assessment opportunities.

Read-Aloud Books

Engage readers with thematic books that reflect diverse characters, experiences, and settings. Three copies of each book are included.

Instructional Routine Cards

Support explicit instruction through consistent routines and minimize planning and prep time.

Vocabulary Concept Cards

Facilitate the development of oral language and content knowledge with real-life examples and age-appropriate definitions.

Subitizing Cards

Build foundational number sense and promote automaticity in quantifying numbers with these double-sided cards.

Manipulatives Kit (sold separately)

Effortlessly execute the program with seamlessly integrated consumable components, ensuring a smooth and successful instructional experience.

Digital Resources and Manipulatives

Enhance student learning with digital manipulatives, student videos, read-along ebooks, audio recordings, family engagement letters, and more.

Explore & Learn Unboxing Video

Explore The Digital Manipulatives In The Program

Supporting Resources

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“The Explore and Learn six pack of books was a great way to get my children talking about routines and their day. It was great for teaching sequencing. It also helped with book handling skills without the pressure of reading text.”

Debbie Gilbert

Kindergarten Teacher, Johnstown, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Explore & Learn, and which classrooms is it designed for?

Explore & Learn by Teacher Created Materials is a year-long early childhood program for Prekindergarten (PreK), Transitional Kindergarten (TK), and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) classrooms. It supports full-day and half-day schedules through thematic learning that balances play and direct instruction.

How does the program combine play with structured instruction?

The program combines purposeful play, hands-on activities, direct teaching, and technology within thematic lessons. This approach gives children opportunities to explore while receiving intentional instruction that develops foundational academic and life skills.

How does Explore & Learn support kindergarten readiness?

The program supports kindergarten readiness by developing foundational academic skills alongside cognitive, language, physical, and social skills. Its child-centered approach emphasizes confidence, positive classroom relationships, and learning experiences that support the whole child.

What materials are included in each kit?

Each kit includes six thematic read-aloud books, Vocabulary Concept Cards, a Student Activity Book, a Teacher’s Guide, a Program Overview, Subitizing Cards for early number sense, and digital learning resources. A physical Manipulatives Kit is available separately.

What digital resources are available with Explore & Learn?

Digital resources include interactive lessons, digital manipulatives, student videos, read-along eBooks, audio recordings, music, and family engagement letters. These resources complement classroom instruction and help families extend learning at home.

How can teachers monitor student progress?

An Observation and Assessment Guide provides flexible opportunities to monitor growth across developmental domains. Teachers can use this resource to track children's progress and adjust instruction to meet individual learning needs.

Can educators preview the program before purchasing?

Educators can request a downloadable Explore & Learn sample containing one week of lessons. The sample includes teacher and student pages, an eBook, digital resources, an Instructional Routine Card, a Vocabulary Card, and a Social Story Poster. The request form also connects eligible school-based educators with a local TCM sales consultant.

Is Explore & Learn approved for use in Louisiana?

Yes. Explore & Learn is approved as a Tier 1 curriculum for Louisiana PreK programs, with a Louisiana-specific version available to meet state requirements. Learn more about Explore & Learn for Louisiana PreK classrooms.

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