We partnered with the researchers at National Geographic's Stock Photo Library to find a great image that would remind us all to "wash our paws!" Hang this big 17" x 22" chart "as is" or put it in a frame - either way, it is a beautiful and affordable way to add an important message along with a bit of humor to your home, classroom, office, workplace...anyplace where healthy habits and clean hands are encouraged. Launch date: 2012.

Sometimes, an image almost speaks out loud and all we have to do is write down what it says. Anyone who has raised or worked with children, teenagers, or young adults will relate to this message. Once again, we partnered with the researchers at National Geographic's stock photo library to find this great photo. Hang this big 17" x 22" chart "as is" or put it in a frame - either way, it is a beautiful and affordable way to encourage us all to think for ourselves. Launch date: 2012.

What better way to great each day than with the attitude that "Everyday is a good day!" When the researchers at National Geographic's stock photo library found this engaging image for us, we didn't have to think twice about what words we were going to put with it. We hope this colorful 17" x 22" chart will help kids focus on the positive and better enjoy each and every day. Launch date: 2012.

When we asked the researchers at National Geographic's stock photo library to help us find an image that would encourage us all to exercise, this is what they sent. How can kids make excuses not to exercise with this little guy's big, green eyes looking at them. And, he's guaranteed to make kids smile. Kids'll want to be fit and healthy when they go visit their new "personal trainer" and his furry brothers and sisters in Madagascar. Launch date: 2012.

This poster is great for any classroom or learning environment. Featuring a quote by the wise Theodore Roosevelt, it reads "Far better it is to dare mighty things, than to take rank with those poor timid spirits who know neither victory nor defeat". Launch date: 2011.

Learning Magnets Magnetic Numbers & Math Signs set includes 30 high-quality magnets - two sets of the numbers 0 to 9 (which can be combined to make larger numbers) and ten commonly used math signs. The numbers are color coded - odd numbers are blue and even numbers are red. This versatile set is great for mastering number identification, strengthening counting skills, learning number facts, and practicing simple math skills. Launch date: 2012.

These Pop-Out Letters are 2 inches, making them the perfect size for smaller projects. Use them on bulletin boards, desk tags, folders, cubbies, the possibilities are endless- these guys fit everywhere. These feature an Italy design, adorned with bright, bold colors and fun flowers. Launch date: 2011.

Ever since we released our first set of Letter Pop-Outs, customers have been asking for coordinating sets with smaller letters. Here they are. These Mini Letter Pop-Outs will fit in places where their larger cousins can’t quite squeeze in. Each set includes a whopping 676 uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers and punctuation marks. Launch date: 2011.

Our top selling Draw-Right-Now series is a great way to develop students’ writing, drawing, and reading skills. Each Draw-Right-Now book has 21 theme related drawing and writing lessons with easy to follow step-by-step instructions on 64 full color pages. Each drawing lesson has four handwriting practice sentences that relate to the drawing as well as questions that prompt discussion. In Savannahs, learn about the animals that call the savannahs of the world their home. . .Can a gazelle run faster than a cheetah? The Grassland Animals sections allow kids to gallop across the steppes with a wild horse and raid an ant hill with an anteater while exploring eastern Europe and central Asia’s grassy plains. In Mountains and Deserts learn about the fascinating animals that inhabit the planet’s highest and driest places. Learn about them and, in the process, discover why Europe and Asia—although connected—are two continents. Launch date: 2001.

Our top selling Draw-Write-Now series is a great way to develop students’ writing, drawing, and reading skills. Each Draw-Write-Now book has 21 theme related drawing and writing lessons with easy to follow step-by-step instructions on 64 full color pages. Each drawing lesson has four handwriting practice sentences that relate to the drawing as well as questions that prompt discussion. In Tropical Forests draw Bengal tigers, monkeys and more while exploring the world’s tropical forests. How do Asian elephants differ from African elephants? Northern Forests provides an exploration of the planet’s northern forests and their animal inhabitants. In Forests Down Under learn about the fascinating animals that inhabit Australia, “the land down under.” Launch date: 2000.

Our top selling Draw-Write-Now series is a great way to develop students’ writing, drawing, and reading skills. Each Draw-Write-Now book has 21 theme related drawing and writing lessons with easy to follow step-by-step instructions on 64 full color pages. Each drawing lesson has four handwriting practice sentences that relate to the drawing as well as questions that prompt discussion. Animals & Habitats On the Land provides an opportunity to learn about the speedy jackrabbit and his shrub land neighbors and climb high peaks with mountain goats. Where do butterflies go when it rains? In Ponds & Rivers splash with frogs in wetlands and swim with turtles in lakes. Do beavers live in flowing water, pooled water or frozen water? The Oceans section provides an exploration of shallow tidelands with hermit crabs and herons, swim sunlit waters with dolphins and then plunge into the oceans’ dark depths–home of weird and wonderful sea creatures. Launch date: 1999.

Our top selling Draw-Write-Now series is a great way to develop students’ writing, drawing, and reading skills. Each Draw-Write-Now book has 21 theme related drawing and writing lessons with easy to follow step-by-step instructions on 64 full color pages. Each drawing lesson has four handwriting practice sentences that relate to the drawing as well as questions that prompt discussion. In The United States learn about the United States and the fundamental principles for which it stands. In From Sea to Sea discover how the United States grew from 13 colonies to a nation that spans a continent and encompasses 50 states. In Moving Forward kids can float down the Ohio River on a flatboat in the 1700s and then learn about the Internet while traveling through time with famous Americans, their inventions and innovations. Launch date: 1998.

Our top selling Draw-Write-Now series is a great way to develop students’ writing, drawing, and reading skills. Each Draw-Write-Now book has 21 theme related drawing and writing lessons with easy to follow step-by-step instructions on 64 full color pages. Each drawing lesson has four handwriting practice sentences that relate to the drawing as well as questions that prompt discussion. The Polar Regions section allows kids to discover the wonders of our planet’s polar regions. Why is it so cold near the poles? The Arctic provides an exploration of “The Land of the Midnight Sun” while learning about polar bears, igloos and more. In The Antarctic kids will experience one of Earth’s most amazing places. How do penguins keep their chicks warm? Why is the southern ocean teeming with life? Launch date: 1997.

Our top selling Draw-Write-Now series is a great way to develop students’ writing, drawing, and reading skills. Each Draw-Write-Now book has 21 theme related drawing and writing lessons with easy to follow step-by-step instructions on 64 full color pages. Each drawing lesson has four handwriting practice sentences that relate to the drawing as well as questions that prompt discussion. In the Native Americans section learn about North America’s diverse Native cultures–past and present. North America allows kids to explore the vast North American continent with lessons on the mountainous West, the frozen North and more. The Pilgrims section allows discovery of who they were and why they came to America.

Our top selling Draw-Write-Now series is a great way to develop students’ writing, drawing, and reading skills! Each Draw-Write-Now book has 21 theme related drawing and writing lessons with easy to follow step-by-step instructions on 64 full color pages. Each drawing lesson has four handwriting practice sentences that relate to the drawing as well as questions that prompt discussion. Christopher Columbus allows kids to Explore the world while learning about Columbus voyage of 1492. In Autumn Harvest celebrate the wonders of autumn with lessons on pine cones, owls, squirrels and more. The Weather unravels the mysteries of the weather. What makes a cloud? Why does it snow? What is fog? Launch date: 1995.

This poster measures 13 3/8" x 19" and is printed on durable, 12pt paper. With beautiful designs that match our Italy line, this poster is sure to stand out in any room. Our colorful poster will light up classrooms, homes or offices and inspire everyone who sees it. Poster Reads "Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself." Launch date: 2011.

"Difficult Things Take a Long Time, Impossible Things Take a Little Longer." This poster measures 13 3/8" x 19" and is printed on durable, 12pt paper. This colorful dotted poster matches well with our Italy line. Sure to inspire- hang it on a door, cabinet, or wall. Perfect for classrooms or homes for kids of all ages. Launch date: 2011.

Help students learn about grammar by displaying these beautiful grammar posters throughout the classroom. Children will love the eye-catching design and simple explanations of grammar functions. Set includes Collective Noun, Verb/Adverb, Noun, Simile, Prefix/Suffix, Idiom, Compound Word Adjective, and Homophone/Synonym/Antonym. These posters provide an easy way to help students memorize these grammar functions through striking visuals and clear examples. Launch date: 2011.

This award-winning set of magnetic words makes it easy to practice writing complete sentences, master difficult grammar concepts, and enhance creative writing skills. The set includes 205 magnetic words, which are color-coded for grammar, and punctuation marks. By simply replacing a green word with another green word, your students can instantly see what a noun’s job is in a sentence. Repeat the exercise with verbs, adjectives, pronouns, etc. and watch their reading and writing ability soar. The words included in this set are a well-researched mix of the most commonly used words in the English language (from both the Dolch and the Fry word lists), sight words, rhyming words, and nouns that begin with every letter of the alphabet (great for teaching phonics and letter recognition). The individual magnets are large enough to be easy to handle (they measure 1" high and the lengths vary depending on the word but average about 2" wide) but small enough so you can write complete sentences on a 9" x 13" lapboard (see our wonderful magnetic-receptive Kidboards). We offer a complete line of color-coded word sets that can be used in combination with this set making our Learning Magnets line a very powerful, effective, and versatile tool. "Correlates to over 25 Common Core State Standards," Candi Thoresen, customer service rep at Barker Creek Publishing, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2012.

Created in response to customer demand, our workbooks give students the opportunity to write and illustrate their own books. Our workbooks are printed on quality, white paper. The horizontal format gives children a long line on which to write and a large drawing area. Each 48-page workbook will hold all of the lessons in one of our Draw Write Now books with a few extra pages for practice. "Perfect for handwriting practice," Candi Thoresen, customer service rep at Barker Creek Publishing told TDmonthly. Launch date: 1994.

Measuring a whopping 11" wide by 18" tall, this tablet includes 50 pages of high-quality matte art paper. Each page has a 10" x 7" area for drawing and five sets of ruled lines for writing. Launch date: 1995.

These exotic Africa Pop-Outs will have children feeling wild. Perfect to create that safari feel in the class room, these Pop-Outs are sure to stand out wherever they are used. The next decorating project will "pop" with these colorful 4" letters from Barker Creek. Super chic and easy to read, they are perfect for your next project, presentation, report, poster, or display. Designed to coordinate with our NEW Africa-themed decor, this set includes 245 zebra, giraffe, leopard and tiger-filled letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and punctuation marks. Launch date: 2010.

Super fun and bright, our Italy Pop-Outs feature a beautiful flowering design. Your next decorating project will "pop" with these colorful 4" letters from Barker Creek. Super chic and easy to read, they are perfect for your next project, presentation, report, poster, or display. Designed to coordinate with our fun and funky Italy decor, this set includes 245 colorful letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and punctuation marks. Launch date: 2010.

Our Neon Pop-Outs are a great way to add some fun, bright, and bold colors to your project or room. This design matches perfectly with our Neon Stripes products. Your next decorating project will "pop" with these colorful 4" letters from Barker Creek. Super chic and easy to read, they are perfect for your next project, presentation, report, poster, or display. Designed to coordinate with our top-selling Neon-themed decor, this set includes 245 neon color-filled letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and punctuation marks. Launch date: 2010.

Our top selling Draw Write Now series is a great way to develop students’ writing, drawing, and reading skills. Our Draw Write Now books each have 21 theme related drawing and writing lessons with easy to follow step-by-step instructions on 64 full color pages. Each drawing lesson has four handwriting practice sentences that relate to the drawing as well as questions that prompt discussion. In On the Farm experience life on a farm while drawing and writing about horses, cows, tractors and more.In Kids and Critters learn fun, new ways to draw children and their favorite animal friends. Storybook Characters allow you to practice handwriting and learn how to draw popular storybook characters like The Little Red Hen and The Three Bears. Launch date: 1994.