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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. 

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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Match the Kids

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The children are puzzled according to their characteristics or funny fantasy kids can be created. Combining of heads body parts and legs. Recognisi...

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Safety Vest Yellow

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This safety vest with reflective stripes make young drivers more visible. With elastic bands on the side, it is adaptable to different age groups.

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Wood Agogo Bell 27cm

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Double guiro/agogo. Made of solid natural wood, supplied with wooden beater/scraper.

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Kokiriko

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This traditional percussion instrument is expertly designed to enhance the feel and sound for children. Made from wooden slats connected by a leath...

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Turning Bells with Wooden Stand

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This bell carousel has precision tuned bells to tap your own tune as it spins. Children can develop an awareness of musical concepts while experien...

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Ladder

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The set is an important component in assisting in gross motor skills development. All metal frame is made with aluminum which is lighter than steel...

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Cognito Game - Spatiality

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By using local prepositions, children are able to name the exact locations of different objects and improve their spatial thinking.

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Screwy

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This ever-fascinating nuts and bolts game requires children to copy the various colour/shape sequences.

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Zebra Party Game

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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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Sort the Beads

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Learn about shapes, colours, orders and patterns. Follow the patterns as shown on the assignment cards to fill the standard or thread. Choose your ...

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Hammer Tic

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Create mosaic designs with geometric shapes in various colours. Model one of the assignment cards or make your own unique creations. Improve fine m...

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Look and Lace

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Create colourful designs by threading strings through the perforated assignment cards. Use the blank side to create your own designs.

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Maxi Stringing Beads

Educo

Learn about shapes, colours, order and patterns with Maxi stringing beads. Children follow the colourful patterns from the card images to fill thei...

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Junior Inventor XXL Kindergarten Set

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Children are naturally interested in experimenting and inventing. Our new inventor kindergarten set offers everything young explorers need to playf...

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Doctor on Call Set

Beleduc

This Doctor On Call encourages your child to engage in imaginative role play while introducing them to basic medical skills. This kit comes equippe...

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Loader

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Children will have digging and road work fun with our Loader. With its movable shovel, sand digging becomes a child's play. The loader is construct...

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Traffic Sign Set

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Solid and weather resistant metal signs.

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Women's Business Dress

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Dress can be tied at the front or back. Dress is handmade by talented seamstresses.In Aboriginal culture, certain customs and practices are perform...

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White School PVA Glue - Pack of 24

TACCO

Apply on paper, glitter, fabric, beads and more. Dries quickly.Set includes 24 x 60ml bottles

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Soft Grip Scissors with Stand

TACCO

Ideal for storing soft grip scissors. Includes x scissors. Ages 3yrs+

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Jumbo Coloured Pencils - Pack of 12

TACCO

Colouring made easy with smooth and thick lead.

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Metallic Solid Poster Paint - 12 Colours

TACCO

Metallic Solid Poster Paint can be used on paper, cardboard, wood or other materials for the extra pizzazz! Strong coverage and quick drying.

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Refrigerator

VIVAIO

This VIVAIO kitchen set range is made of solid pine wood. A completeset includes 6 models for flexible combinations. Ideal for creating a natural r...

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Varnish Paint Brushes 25mm

TACCO

Ideal for bigger paint jobs. Easy for little hands to use.

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