- The most trusted name in learning brings you the most playful way to learn! Each Scholastic Hands-On Learning: First Words pack comes in a sturdy reusable storage box containing 12 child and parent-friendly cards with rounded corners. Each card has a photograph with touch-and-feel textures on one side of the card, and information for the parent and child on the other side. An additional Parenting Guide card in every box includes skill-building activities.