Leading education retailer is honored by the Utah Inland Port Authority at the One Utah Summit, held October 7–9 in Cedar City. CARSON, Calif., Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lakeshore Learning Materials, a leading developer and retailer of educational materials for teachers, children and families, was proud to receive the "Rural Investor Award" from the Utah Inland Port Authority at the One Utah Summit, held October 7–9 in Cedar City, Utah. This distinguished award recognizes top leaders and decision-makers who help influence the economic viability of rural Utah. Lakeshore's new 1.22 million–square foot distribution facility—slated to open in the coming months in Garland, Utah—is expected to bring approximately 550 new jobs to the community

Leading provider of educational products teams up with author and member of Zac Brown Band to launch product bundle for educatorsCARSON, Calif., Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lakeshore Learning Materials, a leading developer and retailer of educational materials for teachers, children and families, is thrilled to partner once again with Coy Bowles, author and member of the Grammy Award-winning Zac Brown Band. Through this partnership, Lakeshore and Bowles are launching a new all-in-one SEL and STEAM kit for educators and their students – Behind the Little Red Door: Can You Touch a Color? SEL and STEAM Kit.Lakeshore Learning’s “Behind the Little Red Door: Can You Touch a Color? SEL and STEAM Kit.”This SEL and STEAM kit is inspired by Bowles' new children's book Behind the Little Red Door: Can You Touch a Color? which encourages curiosity, communication and collaboration as it follows three friends on a rainy-day journey through an intriguing red door."Our team is so excited to partner with Coy Bowles again," said Sue Gaon, VP of Custom Solutions at Lakeshore. "We're very proud of this new kit because it provides a truly comprehensive, creative ecosystem for the whole child. We can't wait to provide these resources to educators across the nation!"The set of products is designed to promote social-emotional learning and understanding of STEAM concepts through storytelling, music, play, creativity, imagination and appreciation of colors and culture. It includes hands-on materials such as a vibrant floor puzzle with character pieces to navigate students' color journey, the complete Celebrating Diversity book set, sensory science materials to help children calm their bodies, and more.Plus, the kit also includes Coy Bowles' latest CD, Up and Up, featuring fun, catchy, upbeat, original songs suited for daily routines like arriving at school, bathroom breaks, mealtime, cleaning up, brain breaks and going home, as well as songs about SEL concepts like perseverance and positivity."I was pumped when I found out Lakeshore wanted to launch a second kit together; it was such a natural fit," said Bowles, who is an educator and advocate as well as a musician and author

DENVER, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Procare Solutions, a leader in child care management software for more than 30 years, and Lakeshore Learning, a leading developer and retailer of educational materials for teachers, children and families, are thrilled to announce an exclusive partnership for Procare customers. This partnership aims to support child care providers by offering them access to high-quality educational materials at discounted rates.Procare customers will have access to a dedicated Lakeshore Learning eStore. This exclusive online store offers hundreds of curated educational materials and resources specifically tailored for early childhood programs. From STEAM kits to literacy tools and other teaching aids, educators can find everything they need to create an enriching learning environment.Procare customers have access to a dedicated Lakeshore Learning eStore with a discount and free shipping! Post thisBenefits of the partnership for Procare customers include:Exclusive access to a customized Lakeshore Learning eStore featuring a wide array of educational materialsA 5% discount on all orders, making high-quality resources more affordableFree shipping on all ordersThis partnership underscores the commitment of Procare Solutions and Lakeshore Learning to support child care and pre-K providers in their vital work educating young learners and provides unmatched value to Procare customers."At Procare Solutions, we understand the challenges child care centers face in delivering quality education while managing costs," said JoAnn Kintzel, CEO at Procare Solutions. "Our partnership with Lakeshore Learning provides our customers access to high-quality learning materials at discounted rates to help them grow their business."Lakeshore Learning, renowned for its innovative educational products, shares Procare's vision of empowering educators and supporting early childhood development."This collaboration between Lakeshore Learning and Procare Solutions highlights our unwavering dedication to supporting young learners at every developmental stage," said Todd Hays, senior vice president at Lakeshore Learning