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Play-based Learning Inspiration

Play-based learning is an engaging and effective strategy that aids in the development and education of children. It leverages games and various activities as a means of imparting essential skills and knowledge. Through play, children can enhance their creativity, bolster their social skills, and hone their problem-solving abilities. This method is adaptable and suitable for all children, regardless of their interests or skill levels.

Envision a classroom brimming with vibrant and captivating tools such as art supplies, puppets, building blocks, musical instruments, gardening implements, and sensory resources. These items are more than mere playthings; they are crucial educational resources that encourage children to investigate, invent, and absorb knowledge in stimulating ways. 

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Creative arts materials, provide a medium through which children can express their inner thoughts and emotions via drawing, painting, and crafting. This activity is not solely about enjoyment; it also plays a significant role in helping them articulate and process their feelings and ideas. Puppets are another key tool in play-based learning. Far from being just entertaining, they facilitate the development of narrative skills and empathy, as children engage in puppetry to explore various viewpoints and emotions.

Building blocks  serve as another fundamental component of play-based learning. Engaging with blocks, children come to understand shapes, dimensions, and spatial relationships, laying the groundwork for mathematical skills. Moreover, constructing with blocks introduces concepts of cause and effect, strategy planning, and problem-solving.

Musical instruments expose children to the realm of sound, rhythm, and melody. Engaging with music enhances auditory skills, boosts concentration, and can even support mathematical learning through the comprehension of beats and sequences. Gardening tools, connect children with nature, teaching them about life cycles, responsibility (through caring for plants), and science basics like photosynthesis and ecosystems.

Sensory tools are crucial for all children, especially those with additional needs. These tools help children explore their senses: touch, sight, sound, smell, and sometimes taste. They support emotional regulation, fine motor skills, and cognitive growth.

This approach fosters a learning environment that is both natural and enjoyable. Children become more engaged and motivated, encouraged to inquire, seek solutions independently, and cultivate a passion for learning that extends beyond traditional educational settings.

The essence of play-based learning lies in its acknowledgment of each child's individual learning pace and interests. It embodies the belief in the vast potential of every child and recognises play as a potent means for unlocking that potential. Investing in play-based learning resources is not merely a purchase of toys; it is an investment in our children's futures, providing them with the curiosity, knowledge, and skills necessary to succeed in a constantly evolving world.

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Magic Fingers Table

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Ideal for children to develop their fine motor skills by using their fingers to create various colourful patterns. There are 7 double-sided mission...

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Percussion Set 11 Instruments

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Hours of musical fun. Inspire the next generation of musicians with this quality percussion set. Ideal addition to any music, drama or play activit...

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Stubby Paint Brush Pack

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These Stubby brushes are wonderful for little hands. It makes the perfect first brush for children to use. Measure 12.5cm L. Ages 3yrs+

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Bulldozer Shovel

Hape

Little builders can take charge of their construction site with this rugged bulldozer-inspired shovel! Designed for outdoor play, children can scoo...

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Australian Aboriginal Boy Baby Doll - 38 cm

Miniland

Celebrate culture, diversity, and inclusive play with this Australian Aboriginal Boy Baby Doll, developed in collaboration with Miniland and Indige...

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Jumbo Hexagonal Coloured Pencils - Pack of 144

TACCO

Create drawings, illustrations, designs, sketches, posters, murals, portraits and caricatures with these smooth and thick lead durable pencils. The...

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Outdoor Art Easel

Hape

Bring creativity outdoors with the Hape Wooden Outdoor Art Easel perfect for young artists to explore nature-inspired creativity! This sturdy, doub...

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Wooden Beaters 1 Pair

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This quality pair of wooden beaters is a versatile addition to any early year’s music collection. Designed for use with instruments such as glocken...

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HUMANICO "Emotions" Puzzle

Beleduc

Feeling are Emotions like fear, sadness, anger, surprise, and happiness, which accompany us throughout our lives. These emotions embody our inner w...

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HUMANICO "5 Senses"

Beleduc

This puzzle is all about recognising, correlating, and understanding our five senses: vision, hearing, smell, tasting and touch. These aspects will...

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Fascination Plates, Set of 6

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Step into a world of movement and colour with the Fascination Plates! This engaging set of 6 sensory floor tiles reacts to pressure—each time a chi...

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Puppet Theatre

Beleduc

The Beleduc Puppet Theatre is a charming stage set made from wood and textiles! Puppet shows are a great way to get kids engaged and entertained. B...

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Small Hands Mortar & Pestle Set of 3

Awe & Wonder

Crush it, crunch it and create it with this set of small hand carved creations. Mortar & pestles are an ancient tool that have existed in one f...

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Carousel

Top-Trike

Ready for amazing spinning fun? This compact Carousel invites children to spin, balance, and play together in a safe and active way. Designed with ...

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Triangle 15cm

VIVAIO

Ideal for introducing children to music or for signalling transitions. Triangle complete with beater and holder.

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Life Cycles

Educo

Our comprehensive Life Cycle Learning Set offers a hands-on approach to understanding the developmental stages of various living organisms. Childre...

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Zebra Party Game

Beleduc

All puzzle pieces and the spin wheel are placed on the table. Each player chooses a colour for his or her zebra. The player whose turn it is spins ...

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Counting Magic Ball Set

VIVAIO

This set is ideal for children to learn about numbers and counting by grasping the balls with the tweezers and placing them in the counting boards....

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Bamboo Blocks 100 Pieces

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Unique design of bamboo blocks for free play.

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Story Stones - Hunting & Tracking Set of 12

Awe & Wonder

This beautiful Indigenous set of story stones are designed by a local Nyungar artist and depict Aboriginal symbols relating to Hunting & Gather...

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Your Body Puzzle - Boy

Beleduc

Explore the amazing human body layer by layer! The Your Body Puzzle – Boy offers a child-friendly introduction to anatomy, showing how the body is ...

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Reindeer Bells 1 Pair

VIVAIO

Adjustable band is secured to the wrist with velcro. Four big bells for hours of shaking musical fun. colours may vary.

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Hand Puppet Giraffe

Beleduc

Hand puppets open up a world of storytelling where children can explore real and imaginary worlds in a safe environment of wonder, interest, and cr...

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Hand Puppet Rooster

Beleduc

Hand puppets open up a world of storytelling where children can explore real and imaginary worlds in a safe environment of wonder, interest, and cr...

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