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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.
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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View full detailsThe Buggy is a must have for all early learning environments. Ideal for parent-child role play activities.Suitable for ages 3+
Children will adore this set of Bamboo Balance Beams. This set is a fantastic activity for developing balance, coordination and risk taking.
This bright warning vest with reflective stripes make young drivers more visible.
A colourful set of Music bells, which can play eight different notes. Ideal fun activity whilst learning early stages of music appreciation. Each b...
View full detailsOur Light Table features five colour options. Place transparent objects on the table to explore the effect of the light. Once fully charged the tab...
View full detailsThese jigsaw wedges have three styles of numerals. Each wedge of cake sequentially goes up to 10. Work puzzle by wedges first or move in concentric...
View full detailsExcellent for developing hand-eye coordination, logical thinking and visual tracing. While playing with these boards, children train their writing ...
View full detailsThrow a dice and find the matching tactile discs in the bag to exercise the children's tactile development
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View full detailsLace the shoes. Either copy the example card or come up with your own patterns. Practice fine motor skills by threading the laces. Carefully look t...
View full detailsBuzzzzzzzzzzzzz get beezy, with this fun little set. Includes 7 wooden hexagon honeycombs, two hives and six fuzzy felt bees. Explore the wonder of...
View full detailsThe players throw three colour dice and need to quickly find the sweet that matches the colour combination thrown. There are three different ways o...
View full detailsFun variation on the memory match game concept. The pairs relate to each other but are not identical. Insert one assignment card into the game box ...
View full detailsThe pattern game allows children to do many different activities with the coloured balls, mainly playing with sequences and patterns. Children can ...
View full detailsHand puppets open up a world of storytelling where children can explore real and imaginary worlds in a safe environment of wonder, interest, and cr...
View full detailsMade of MDF and solid beech wood. Double sided easel. Height 95cm H.
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View full detailsKangaroos: Meet Kanga and Juju! The mother kangaroo Kanga isn't by herself; she has her baby Juju in her pouch. Both have beige snuggly fur made fr...
View full detailsDurable wooden box for the storage of Solid Poster Paint, or could make a great sorting tray!
A unique wooden design, a perfect stand for aprons, clothes or light bags.
Ideal for use in the office, school or home.
Soft colourful paper for any craft activity.
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