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A light panel is one of the most versatile tools an early learning space can have. Put almost anything on it, from leaves to translucent blocks to x-ray cards, and kids start noticing details they'd never see otherwise.
This Guidecraft panel is slim, evenly lit and framed in hardwood, so it's sturdy enough for daily classroom use.
Two things to weigh: it plugs into the wall, so it needs to be near an outlet, and it's a big upfront cost before you add accessories. For a classroom or a dedicated playroom, it's an investment that gets used every day.
Description
SKU:
G16836US
The Guidecraft LED Activity Panel is an ultra-slim light panel with a 16 x 12 inch evenly lit surface in a hardwood beech frame, made for light play, color mixing, tracing and science activities.
What's inside
- 1 LED light panel, 19 x 15 x 0.75 inches overall with a 16 x 12 inch illuminated area
- AC power adapter
How it works
Plug it into a wall outlet, flip the switch and lay translucent toys, x-ray cards, leaves, tracing paper or colored acrylic shapes on top to explore light and color.
What kids learn
- Light and color: mixing colors and seeing how light passes through materials
- Observation: examining leaves, x-rays and specimens
- Pre-writing skills: tracing letters and shapes
- Sensory play: a calm, glowing workspace
Good to know before you buy
- Age: 3 and up (grades PreK to 3).
- Power: plugs into a standard wall outlet, so it isn't cordless.
- Durability: corners are reinforced with plastic covers, and the LEDs are rated to last up to 30,000 hours.
- Weight: 7 lb.
- Accessories: translucent toys and cards are sold separately.
- Shipping: Discount School Supply offers free standard shipping on orders over $99 within the contiguous US.
- Value: $169.99, a long-term investment for a classroom or playroom.
Who it's for
Preschool classrooms, Reggio-inspired and Montessori playrooms, and families who want a versatile light table without the furniture.
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About
Discount School Supply
Discount School Supply began with a small retail store selling educational products. Founder Ron Elliott recognized that teachers needed access to a broader range of classroom materials and creative resources, inspiring him to find ways to make those products easier to obtain. In 1985, he expanded the store's reach by producing a 16-page, black-and-white catalog devoted to arts and crafts supplies. This catalog marked the beginning of Discount School Supply as a dedicated educational supplier.
From the start, the company's goal was to offer quality products at affordable prices while providing dependable, helpful service. As the business grew, its selection expanded well beyond arts and crafts to include science and math materials, sensory resources, dramatic play equipment, classroom furniture, and supplies for early childhood education.
Today, Discount School Supply serves teachers, schools, childcare centers, and other educational organizations through its online store, catalogs, and classroom planning resources. Its offerings are designed to support a wide range of learning environments, from preschool classrooms to elementary programs.
The company's founding commitment remains central to its approach: helping educators access the materials they need to create engaging, enriching experiences for children while balancing quality, value, and service.
