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PLAY‘n’LEARN<br />

Educational Resource<br />

Catalogue <strong>2020</strong><br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Developing Creative Minds<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Stacking<br />

Giant Stacking Ring<br />

PL40420<br />

$129.50<br />

$148.93<br />

incl GST<br />

Small Conical Tower (6pcs)<br />

PL19617<br />

$28.50<br />

$32.78<br />

incl GST<br />

These soft stacking rings are ideal for younger toddlers and babies<br />

to help them develop their understanding of colours and shapes,<br />

and to improve their problem solving skills. The base is sturdy to<br />

prevent tipping so little ones can lean on the pole in order to stack<br />

the rings. The rings can be played with separately and are a great<br />

addition to imaginative play for children of all ages.<br />

Size: (HxD) 52 x 35.5cm<br />

Children can stack the circular shapes according to size or in a<br />

coloured pattern of their choice. The wooden pieces fit neatly onto<br />

the wooden rod and the small size means it challenges children’s<br />

dexterity as they play. Ask your little ones to describe the colour and<br />

texture of the pieces to help improve their language skills.<br />

Size: (L) 14cm<br />

Geometric Stacker (26pcs)<br />

PL152239<br />

Twist and Turn Stacking Puzzle (9pcs)<br />

PL150307<br />

$48.50<br />

$55.78<br />

incl GST<br />

$42.50<br />

$48.88<br />

incl GST<br />

With three stackable towers on each board, and 25 colourful<br />

wooden pieces, children have the opportunity to explore colours,<br />

sizes and shapes. They can experiment with different stacking<br />

combinations and will learn to differentiate between each piece<br />

whilst building their fine motor skills, literally!<br />

Children can twist and turn each of the wooden toys to slide them<br />

down until they reach the base. Children will develop their dexterity<br />

and concentration.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 25 x 9.5 x 12cm<br />

Natural Stacking Rings<br />

PL23506<br />

Stacking Flowers<br />

PL23507<br />

$24.50<br />

$28.18<br />

incl GST<br />

$42.50<br />

$48.88<br />

incl GST<br />

Help children develop their fine motor and manipulation skills with<br />

these Natural Stacking Rings. As children play they will become<br />

familiar with concepts such as size and three-dimensional shapes.<br />

The soft, curved wooden surfaces provide a natural and tactile<br />

experience for little ones.<br />

Size: (H) 20cm<br />

These unique Stacking Flowers provide children with the<br />

opportunity to enhance their fine motor and handling skills. The<br />

pieces can be stacked according to size on or off the rod. Children<br />

will learn about colours and can create beautiful flowers by placing<br />

a small piece on top of a larger one.<br />

Size: (H) 17cm<br />

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Black & White Small Conical Tower (5pcs)<br />

PL19655<br />

$28.50<br />

$32.78<br />

incl GST<br />

Natural Tree Round One Prong Stacker<br />

PL43317<br />

$40.95<br />

$47.09<br />

incl GST<br />

Stacking<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

A simple stacking activity<br />

that allows children to<br />

experiment with pattern,<br />

size and shape. The pieces<br />

can be stacked on the<br />

pole according to size<br />

or at random, each one<br />

developing fine motor skills.<br />

Alternatively, children can<br />

play with the disc-shaped<br />

pieces on their own,<br />

exploring movement as they<br />

roll them or arrange them in<br />

their own creative way!<br />

Size: (H) 12cm<br />

Round stacker on a solid tree<br />

stump base. Includes five natural<br />

resources for stacking.<br />

Size: (H) 12cm<br />

Natural Tree Round Three Prong Stacker<br />

PL43316<br />

Natural Branch Stackers<br />

PL33263<br />

$71.95<br />

$82.74<br />

incl GST<br />

$39.95<br />

$45.94<br />

incl GST<br />

Round stacker on a solid tree<br />

stump base. Each prong includes<br />

five items for stacking.<br />

Size: (H) 12cm<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 20 x 7 x 15cm<br />

Natural Three Prong Stacker<br />

PL43315<br />

Natural Five Prong Stacker<br />

PL43314<br />

$65.50<br />

$75.33<br />

incl GST<br />

$79.50<br />

$91.63<br />

incl GST<br />

Excellent for early math skills including counting, sorting, stacking,<br />

matching and patterning.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 20 x 9 x 12cm<br />

Excellent for early math skills including counting, sorting, stacking,<br />

matching and patterning.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) Stacker 30 x 9 x 12cm<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Stacking<br />

Natural Stacking Bowls (5pcs)<br />

PL19614<br />

$43.50<br />

$50.03<br />

incl GST<br />

Coloured Stacking Bowls (5pcs)<br />

PL19612<br />

$43.50<br />

$50.03<br />

incl GST<br />

These Natural Stacking Bowls can be sorted by size, stacked into<br />

a tower shape, or nestled inside each other. They help children<br />

develop their sense of perception and size as well as their fine<br />

motor skills.<br />

Size: Largest bowl (DxH) 10 x 3.8cm<br />

Children will love the natural wooden feel of these bowls. They can<br />

be stacked and sorted according to size and colour, improving fine<br />

motor skills as they are handled.<br />

Size: Largest bowl (DxH) 10 x 3.8cm<br />

Black & White Stacking Bowls (5pcs)<br />

PL19650<br />

$43.50<br />

$50.03<br />

incl GST<br />

Get back to basics with this simple and classic stacking activity. The black and white colouring allows<br />

children to create simple patterns and the bowl shape is perfect for storing and hiding small objects.<br />

Imaginative play sessions will be enhanced when these bowls are included or use them to help teach<br />

size and perception.<br />

Size: (D) 9cm<br />

Black & White Small Rainbow Blocks (6pcs)<br />

PL19653<br />

Black & White Stacking House (5pcs)<br />

PL19654<br />

$34.50<br />

$39.67<br />

incl GST<br />

$58.95<br />

$67.79<br />

incl GST<br />

These arch-shaped pieces offer a range of versatile activities. They<br />

can be nested under each other to develop perception of size<br />

or arranged in a variety of shapes. The pieces can act as tunnels,<br />

fences, cradles and houses during imaginative play, making them a<br />

worthwhile addition to your centre.<br />

Size: (L) largest block 10.5cm<br />

Play time will be enhanced with these house-shaped wooden<br />

pieces. Perfect for creating doll houses, barns and shelters,<br />

they can also teach children about size and order. Let children<br />

experiment with the unique shape as the try balancing the pieces<br />

on their different sides to create patterns and designs.<br />

Size: (L) largest house 13cm<br />

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Large Stacking Boxes (6pcs)<br />

PL19613<br />

$114.50<br />

$131.68<br />

incl GST<br />

Black & White Stacking Boxes (6pcs)<br />

PL19651<br />

$114.95<br />

$132.19<br />

incl GST<br />

Stacking<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Children will begin to understand the properties of three<br />

dimensional shapes as they play with these stacking boxes. The<br />

cube shapes can stack in tower, pyramid or brick formation or nest<br />

inside each other, which is also handy for storage. Give children<br />

small objects to place inside the boxes that match the colours to<br />

improve their colour recognition skills.<br />

Size: (L) Largest 15cm<br />

These stacking boxes will help children develop their perception<br />

of size whilst they begin to understand three dimensional shapes.<br />

They can be stacked on top of each other or nested inside,<br />

according to size. The open side is great for creating dioramas with<br />

small figurines, allowing your little ones to get creative!<br />

Size: length 15cm<br />

Large Natural Rainbow Blocks (12pcs)<br />

PL19636<br />

Black & White Rainbow Blocks (12pcs)<br />

PL19652<br />

$131.95<br />

$151.74<br />

incl GST<br />

$132.95<br />

$152.89<br />

incl GST<br />

This set of 12 natural wooden arches nest neatly together to help<br />

teach children size and perception. The arches can be arranged<br />

in a variety of shapes either standing up or lying down. Add other<br />

objects such as cars, dolls, animals, and more to stimulate<br />

children’s creativity as they build homes, roads, farms and villages<br />

with the arches.<br />

Size: (L) largest block 38cm<br />

These black and whit stacking blocks are really versatile and ideal<br />

for children of all ages. Toddlers stack, sort and build, developing<br />

their fine motor skills and visual perception. As children get older<br />

they will use the blocks as a cradle for dolls, a tunnel or bridge for<br />

vehicles, build amazing sculptures... the possibilities are endless!<br />

Size: (LxH) largest block 38 x 18cm<br />

Large Rainbow Blocks (12pcs)<br />

PL19615<br />

$131.95<br />

$151.74<br />

incl GST<br />

Your little ones will let their imaginations run wild as they build<br />

patterns, towers and creations with these bright wooden blocks.<br />

The arch shape makes balancing the blocks a little tricky, which<br />

gives children a chance to improve their manual dexterity. Size and<br />

perception will be understood as they arrange and stack the pieces.<br />

Size: (L) Largest block 38cm<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Stacking<br />

Rainbow Blocks & Semi-Circles<br />

Endless creations will be made with this set of half circle and<br />

flat pieces. Size and colour matching is necessary to stack<br />

the pieces in order, as are fine motor skills. Caves and cubby<br />

holes can be created so offer children small toys to include in<br />

their play to help develop their imaginations as they play.<br />

Rainbow Building Boards<br />

(11pcs)<br />

PL19661<br />

$99.95<br />

$114.94<br />

incl GST<br />

Rainbow Blocks & Semi-Circles (23pcs)<br />

PL19630<br />

$219.95<br />

$252.94<br />

incl GST<br />

Set of 11 rainbow boards for building.<br />

Black & White Rainbow Blocks & Semi Circles Set<br />

PL19659<br />

Rainbow Building Set (38pcs)<br />

PL19662<br />

$220.95<br />

$254.09<br />

incl GST<br />

$292.95<br />

$336.89<br />

incl GST<br />

Natural Rainbow Blocks & Semi Circles Set<br />

(23pcs)<br />

PL19660<br />

$220.95<br />

$254.09<br />

incl GST<br />

Set of Rainbow Boards, Friends and<br />

Blocks.<br />

Large Semi-circle Rainbow Colours (11pcs)<br />

PL19627<br />

Wooden Balls (6pcs)<br />

PL19634<br />

$99.95<br />

$114.94<br />

incl GST<br />

$31.50<br />

$36.23<br />

incl GST<br />

Let the creativity begin! Watch your children work together as they<br />

play with these semi circle wooden pieces, organising them by size,<br />

colours of the rainbow, trying to balance them on an edge, stack<br />

them on top of each other or use them in a fantasy world! Children<br />

can explore a world of descriptive language as they engage in<br />

conversation with each other.<br />

Size: (L) Longest piece 38cm<br />

These colourful wooden balls are perfect for all sorts of activities,<br />

including rolling, passing and handling. They can be sorted<br />

according to colour in rainbow order and are a great addition to<br />

imaginative play accessories. As children handle the balls they will<br />

begin to gain a basic understanding of three dimensional shapes<br />

and may be able to identify other spherical shapes in nature.<br />

Size: (D) 4.5cm<br />

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Wooden Heuristic Play Set (20pcs)<br />

PL22512<br />

$77.95<br />

$89.64<br />

incl GST<br />

Stacking<br />

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Sit back and enjoy watching your children experiment and create with this simple wooden set. The natural wood colouring and<br />

texture allows children to connect with the environment as they explore how the objects can be arranged whilst developing their<br />

lateral thinking skills.<br />

Size: (LxW) Bag 42 x 38cm, Barrel (D) 5cm<br />

Build Up Peg Board<br />

PL166176<br />

Nest & Stack Cubes<br />

PL19725<br />

$40.95<br />

$47.09<br />

incl GST<br />

$40.95<br />

$47.09<br />

incl GST<br />

Manipulation skills will develop as children place the pegs in the<br />

board. They can also stack the pegs to create coloured towers<br />

and patterns. Encourage children to count and use both hands to<br />

increase their learning and fine motor skills.<br />

These coloured cubes will improve children’s understanding of shape,<br />

colour and size as they stack them inside each other. Younger children<br />

can use the base as a guide to match the size of the cubes, whereas<br />

older children can use them as building blocks during imaginative play.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 20 x 23 x 7.5cm<br />

Giant Peg Board (40pcs)<br />

PL22535<br />

$46.95<br />

$53.99<br />

incl GST<br />

These brightly coloured giant pegs can be placed in the board<br />

or stacked on top of each other to create a variety of patterns<br />

and shapes. <strong>Fine</strong> motor skills will be developed and children can<br />

improve their counting and sorting skills. It is a great activity with<br />

multiple mathematical links.<br />

Size: Baseboard 21cm square<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Stacking<br />

Sensory Rollers (6pcs)<br />

PL22910<br />

$203.50<br />

$234.03<br />

incl GST<br />

This set of six rollers will help your little ones develop their gripping and handling skills.<br />

Each rattle is filled with a different material, creating a unique visual and auditory<br />

experience as the rattles are shaken and rolled. For further improvement of their fine<br />

motor skills, ask your children to stack and balance the rattles.<br />

Size: (HxD) 10 x 5.5cm<br />

Marvellous Metallics Stacking Donuts (16pcs)<br />

PL44214<br />

Mirrored Stacking Pebbles Gold (20pcs)<br />

PL44218<br />

$239.50<br />

$275.43<br />

incl GST<br />

$215.50<br />

$247.83<br />

incl GST<br />

These Marvellous Metallics Stacking Donuts provide a beautiful set<br />

of open-ended shiny donut pebbles.With a treasure-like quality,<br />

they are designed to engage the very young to stack, roll and line<br />

up. The open-ended nature of the rings means that children are<br />

encouraged to use their own ideas to stimulate creativity.<br />

Create some magic in your centre with this set of smooth, metallic<br />

pebbles. Children can stack them or sort them into size order, be<br />

amazed with their reflective qualities, or simply create their own<br />

game due to their open-ended quality. They are perfect for indoor<br />

play to encourage individual exploration.<br />

Wooden Coloured Pebbles (12pcs)<br />

PL19633<br />

Natural Sorting Stones (12pcs)<br />

PL43866<br />

$92.50<br />

$106.38<br />

incl GST<br />

$49.95<br />

$57.44<br />

incl GST<br />

Building, stacking and finding just the right balance with these<br />

organic, round stone shapes is challenging and fun. Enrich small<br />

worlds of your own creation: add to a river (silk scarf), make a cave,<br />

present a stony landscape or build a cairn. Perfect in combination<br />

with our Elements: Fire, Water waves and Earth. 4 pieces in shades<br />

of blue. Materials: lime wood, non-toxic water based colour stain.<br />

Size: (L) 6-12cm<br />

These natural looking stones are smooth to touch and come in<br />

three different sizes. Children can learn about the natural world and<br />

science concepts with a hands on approach.<br />

Sizes: (D) 5 - 7.5cm<br />

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Children will love the feel of these smooth wooden shapes and you will be surprised at<br />

the number of activities that they can be used for. Practice counting and sorting as well as<br />

experimenting with how they move. Can they roll? Can they be stacked? Can they spin? Let<br />

their creative minds run wild as they create their own game or one with their friends. The<br />

simplicity of these shapes is what makes them so appealing.<br />

Semispheres (10pcs)<br />

PL22568<br />

Discs (10pcs)<br />

PL22574<br />

Wheels (10pcs)<br />

PL22567<br />

$14.95<br />

$17.19<br />

incl GST<br />

Sorting<br />

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$10.50<br />

$12.08<br />

incl GST<br />

$16.95<br />

$19.49<br />

incl GST<br />

Contoured wooden wheels.<br />

Size: (D) 5cm<br />

Smooth wooden semispheres.<br />

Size: (D) 4cm<br />

Smooth wooden discs.<br />

Size: (D) 6cm<br />

Egg Cups (10pcs)<br />

PL22566<br />

Wooden Ring Stand<br />

Base<br />

PL225142<br />

Wooden Rings<br />

(10pcs)<br />

PL22578<br />

Spinning Tops<br />

(6pcs)<br />

PL22569<br />

$33.50<br />

$38.53<br />

incl GST<br />

$14.95<br />

$17.19<br />

incl GST<br />

$14.95<br />

$17.19<br />

incl GST<br />

$22.50<br />

$25.88<br />

incl GST<br />

Smooth wooden egg cups.<br />

Size: (H) 7cm<br />

Barrels (10pcs)<br />

PL22575<br />

A single large smooth wooden<br />

ring stand base.<br />

Size: (DxH) 9 x 32cm<br />

Set of ten well-finished<br />

smooth wooden<br />

beechwood rings.<br />

Size: (D) 5.6cm<br />

Smooth wooden spinning<br />

tops.<br />

Size: (D) 5cm<br />

$33.50<br />

$38.53<br />

incl GST<br />

Conical Figures (10pcs)<br />

PL22576<br />

$35.50<br />

$40.83<br />

incl GST<br />

Cotton Reels (10pcs)<br />

PL22579<br />

$14.95<br />

$17.19<br />

incl GST<br />

Smooth wooden barrels.<br />

Size: (H) 6.5cm<br />

Balls (10pcs)<br />

PL22573<br />

$33.50<br />

$38.53<br />

incl GST<br />

Smooth wooden conical figures.<br />

Size: (H) 10cm<br />

Well-finished smooth wooden spools.<br />

Size: (D) 4cm<br />

Well finished smooth large<br />

wooden balls.<br />

Size: (D) 6cm<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Sorting<br />

Large Counting And Sorting Set (700pcs)<br />

PL41114<br />

$124.50<br />

$143.18<br />

incl GST<br />

The whole class can participate in this sorting game at the same time! Children<br />

can sort the objects into the sorting bowls according to colour or characteristic.<br />

Spinners improve fine motor skills and dice enhances number and counting skills.<br />

A teacher’s guide and activity cards are included for inspiration or you can create<br />

your own game according to the ability of your class.<br />

Beginners Sorting Set (168pcs)<br />

PL24733<br />

$66.50<br />

$76.47<br />

incl GST<br />

Teach little ones to recognise colour and shape as they sort<br />

the different objects, enhancing their fine motor skills at the<br />

same time. The soft rubber pieces can be grouped by colour<br />

and are a great teaching tool for transport, food and animal<br />

topics. Encourage counting skills and let children improve their<br />

language skills by describing the object to you.<br />

Round Sorting Tray<br />

PL22528<br />

Size: (DxH) 28.5 x 3cm<br />

$16.95<br />

$19.49<br />

incl GST<br />

Jumbo Tweezers (12pcs)<br />

PL247206<br />

Wooden cotton reels Coloured (38pcs)<br />

PL16084<br />

$23.50<br />

$27.03<br />

incl GST<br />

$23.50<br />

$27.03<br />

incl GST<br />

These bright durable tweezers can be used to pick up counters,<br />

beads or other manipulatives to develop hand-eye coordination.<br />

Ideal for sorting and counting activities.<br />

Size: (L) 12cm<br />

Colour-safe wood spools that come in a variety of sizes and colours.<br />

Ideal for stringing, construction etc. 38 pieces, assorted sizes.<br />

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Maori Stacking Dolls (4pcs)<br />

PL34312<br />

$39.50<br />

$45.43<br />

incl GST<br />

Wooden Rainbow Friends (12pcs)<br />

PL19635<br />

$81.50<br />

$93.73<br />

incl GST<br />

Sorting<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

A local take on the traditional Russian Matryoshka dolls, these<br />

gorgeous Maori dolls stack inside each other to help children<br />

develop and understanding of size and space. With strong links to<br />

the culture of Aotearoa, your little ones will feel a sense of belonging<br />

and an understanding of cultural diversity.<br />

Size: (L) Tallest doll 15cm<br />

Children will improve their colour matching skills as they sort the<br />

dolls. <strong>Fine</strong> motor skills can be enhanced by giving children small<br />

pieces of cloth or tape to decorate and dress the dolls. They can<br />

also be used to discuss belonging family relationships.<br />

Size: (DxH) 3 x 6cm<br />

Transparent Linking People (36pcs)<br />

PL225108<br />

$39.50<br />

$45.43<br />

incl GST<br />

Transparent Linking People are an<br />

excellent resource for storytelling,<br />

language development,<br />

mathematical sorting and pattern<br />

making as well as on a light box<br />

to see colour mixing or the effect<br />

when reflected in a mirror. They are<br />

good to help children develop fine<br />

motor skills and an understanding<br />

of familial relationships. The soft,<br />

strong silicone ensure that the<br />

people can be easily cleaned<br />

Size: (H) up to 10cm<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Sorting<br />

Natural Treasure Tray Let's Sort<br />

PL43301<br />

$192.50<br />

$221.38<br />

incl GST<br />

Rainbow Pebbles (56pcs)<br />

PL41106<br />

$46.50<br />

$53.48<br />

incl GST<br />

Wooden box with six compartments and a perspex lid. Each<br />

compartment contains approximately two cups of natural resources<br />

for sorting, mixing and matching.<br />

Size: (LxW) 39 x 29cm<br />

Beautifully coloured pebbles that are smooth to touch, enhancing the<br />

senses. Children can sort them according to colour or size, practising<br />

their counting and fine motor skills at the same time. To develop<br />

artistic skills, children can create the shapes on the activity cards or<br />

design their own.<br />

Set includes 36 pebbles in 6 different sizes and colours and 20 activity<br />

cards. Includes a storage container.<br />

Sorting Stones (20pcs)<br />

PL43853<br />

Eco Rainbow Pebbles (52pcs)<br />

PL41126<br />

$48.50<br />

$55.78<br />

incl GST<br />

$49.95<br />

$57.44<br />

incl GST<br />

Sorting Stones is a flexible resource with great appeal! The offer<br />

learners the opportunity to explore and categorise colour, shapes<br />

and patterns in a wide variety of contexts, including sand, water,<br />

and small world play, both indoors and outdoors. Children can<br />

play with the stones individually, or as part of a group to encourage<br />

social interaction.<br />

Size: (D) 4cm<br />

These Eco Rainbow Pebbles are made of natural FPC material,<br />

with each pebble having it's own unique natural grain. The pebbles<br />

come in different shapes and colours, allowing children to use their<br />

senses to explore. Included activity cards provide a great starting<br />

point at how the pebbles can be used, or simply allow children<br />

to develop their imaginations and use the pebbles in their own<br />

creative way!<br />

Size-Sorting Eggs (8pcs)<br />

PL43885<br />

Eco Tactile Shells (36pcs)<br />

PL41127<br />

$64.50<br />

$74.18<br />

incl GST<br />

$39.95<br />

$45.94<br />

incl GST<br />

These highly appealing and wonderfully tactile eggs will help<br />

develop children’s comparison and sorting skills. They will stimulate<br />

both language development and mathematical skills, as children<br />

sort the eggs by size and weight. Children will love exploring the<br />

different sizes and feeling the relative weights of the different eggs<br />

in their hands. They are also tough enough to be taken outside to be<br />

collected, sorted, and used in your mud kitchen!<br />

Size: (H) 4 - 7.5cm<br />

These specially designed Eco Tactile Shells have six different<br />

tactile surfaces, come in three sizes, and are made of natural FPC<br />

eco-friendly material. Children will love to touch and feel these<br />

shells and they are perfect for teaching early number concepts,<br />

such as sorting, matching, comparing, sequencing, patterning,<br />

and counting.<br />

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Round Wooden Sorting Tray<br />

PL23579<br />

$29.95<br />

$34.44<br />

incl GST<br />

10-Frame Tray<br />

PL43878<br />

$49.95<br />

$57.44<br />

incl GST<br />

Sorting<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Let children sort and organise with this beautiful, natural sorting<br />

tray. It is great for use with a variety of objects to help develop<br />

counting skills, shape recognition, and understanding similarities<br />

and differences. Due to the wooden nature of the tray, it makes the<br />

perfect tool for collecting objects from the outdoors and grouping<br />

them accordingly.<br />

Size: (D) 25cm<br />

Children will love sorting and organising in this natural tray. Use<br />

it in maths based lessons to develop an early understanding of<br />

counting, addition, and subtraction in a highly visual and tactile<br />

way. Children can explore, learn, and practise number bonds to 10<br />

using real objects that attract their interest. Made from sustainably<br />

sourced and FSC approved beech wood, the tray is both practical<br />

and portable.<br />

Size: (LxWxD) 38 x 15.5 x 2cm<br />

3-Pebble Word-building Tray (6pcs)<br />

PL43896<br />

4-Pebble Word-building Tray (6pcs)<br />

PL43899<br />

$99.95<br />

$114.94<br />

incl GST<br />

$114.50<br />

$131.68<br />

incl GST<br />

These simple yet beautiful wooden trays are designed to help<br />

children learn how to blend and segment letters to create three<br />

letter words in a very tactile way. The shallow dips in each tray are<br />

perfect for the Alphabet Pebbles, but will also a fit many other<br />

letter tiles and resources for sorting and organising. Made from<br />

sustainably sourced beech wood, they are a natural and safe<br />

addition to your centre.<br />

These wooden trays are designed to encourage sorting skills as well<br />

as to help children learn how to blend and segment letters to create<br />

four letter words in a very tactile way. The shallow dips in each tray<br />

are the perfect size for the Alphabet Pebbles, but will also fit many<br />

other letter tiles and resources. They can be used individually or by a<br />

small group to help promote discussion and communication.<br />

3 Compartment Sorting Tray<br />

PL333426<br />

4 Compartment Sorting Tray<br />

PL33342<br />

Wooden Sorting Box<br />

PL405100<br />

$16.95<br />

$19.49<br />

incl GST<br />

$30.95<br />

$35.59<br />

incl GST<br />

$46.95<br />

$53.99<br />

incl GST<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 20 x 14 x 3.5<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 26 x 14 x 6cm<br />

Solid wood, eight-sectioned box.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 33 x 20 x 6cm<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Posting<br />

Stuff n Pull Scarf Tote (13pcs)<br />

PL40563<br />

$82.50<br />

$94.88<br />

incl GST<br />

Perpetual Pounder (7pcs)<br />

PL405119<br />

$72.50<br />

$83.38<br />

incl GST<br />

This beautifully crafted wooden tote has soft sides with small<br />

openings to allow children to stuff the colourful rainbow scarves<br />

inside. The tote is easy to carry and allow them to develop valuable<br />

social skills. The scarves themselves can be used for many other<br />

activities, making this a versatile addition to your centre. Includes<br />

12 scarves.<br />

Size: Scarf 40cm square<br />

As children pound on the bottom ball, they will be fascinated at<br />

the fact that a new ball appears at the top! This endless fascination<br />

ensures that children repeat the pounding action over and over,<br />

improving their gripping and control skills. This independent game<br />

will reinforce the child’s knowledge of colours.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 22 x 8 x 17cm<br />

Posting Boxes (12pcs)<br />

PL43605<br />

Shape Sorting Cube (11pcs)<br />

PL152212<br />

$39.95<br />

$45.94<br />

incl GST<br />

$39.50<br />

$45.43<br />

incl GST<br />

Children will love exploring the world of colours and shapes as they<br />

play with these posting boxes. The boxes vary in size and there are<br />

a range of objects for children to manipulate and match. At the end<br />

of play, open the boxes with the corresponding key and start all over<br />

again!<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 16 x 14.5 x 38.5cm<br />

Children will learn to distinguish between different shapes, colours<br />

and sizes as they try and sort the blocks through the matching<br />

opening. Made from natural hardwood, each shape can be slotted<br />

through its corresponding hole and will make a satisfying sound<br />

as it hits the bottom. One panel on the cube can be easily removed<br />

to retrieve the blocks to start the process over again, creating<br />

repetition for a positive learning experience.<br />

Natural Treasure Tray Let's Thread<br />

PL43304<br />

$192.50<br />

$221.38<br />

incl GST<br />

Wooden box with six compartments and a perspex lid. Each compartment<br />

contains approximately two cups of natural resources ready for threading.<br />

Ideal for encouraging fine motor skills.<br />

Size: (LxW) Tray 39 x 29cm<br />

Natural Treasure Tray Let's Thread Refill<br />

PL43305<br />

Approx. 2 cups threading materials.<br />

$29.50<br />

$33.92<br />

incl GST<br />

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Classroom Lacing Set (290pcs)<br />

PL11838<br />

$84.95<br />

$97.69<br />

incl GST<br />

Lacing<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

All you need for a successful classroom stringing centre.<br />

Includes: 32x Plastic Lacing Needles, 100x Coloured Laces, 60x<br />

Really Big Buttons, 98x Assorted Wooden Beads<br />

Threading Pebbles (18pcs)<br />

PL43890<br />

Lacing Fruits & Vegetables (25pcs)<br />

PL405143<br />

$45.50<br />

$52.33<br />

incl GST<br />

$87.95<br />

$101.14<br />

incl GST<br />

Children will love handling these tactile threading pebbles. They<br />

invite sensory play and develop early counting, sorting, and patternmaking<br />

skills, as well as hand-eye co-ordination. Children can sort and<br />

sequence the stones by shape, colour, and texture, and create artistic<br />

masterpieces with the thread.<br />

Size: (D) pebbles 4cm<br />

Threading the string through the wooden fruit and vegetables teaches<br />

children fine motor skills and can be linked to topic such as food and<br />

healthy lifestyles. They will develop their pattern recognition skills and<br />

achieve a handmade piece of jewellery!<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Lacing<br />

Really Big Buttons (60pcs)<br />

PL28964<br />

$23.50<br />

$27.03<br />

incl GST<br />

Texture & Shape lacing Set<br />

PL404201<br />

$109.95<br />

$126.44<br />

incl GST<br />

Perfect for art projects, these extra large buttons are super for<br />

stringing in a line or sewing onto felt or fabric. Children will use their<br />

fine motor skills to create patterns based on shape, size or colour.<br />

Younger children can simply sort the buttons and increase their<br />

knowledge of basic shapes and colour.<br />

Size: (D) 5cm<br />

This set contains a variety of wooden shapes that vary in size and<br />

texture. Each shape can be threaded onto the vinyl string to create<br />

a unique chain of shapes. Some shapes can be moved easily over<br />

other shapes to allow children to explore different relationships<br />

between each piece. Two 61cm vinyl stringers included.<br />

Size: (D) Beads 5cm<br />

Natural lacing Beads Assorted (92pcs)<br />

PL160302<br />

Wooden lacing Beads 575g<br />

PL16050<br />

$34.50<br />

$39.67<br />

incl GST<br />

$41.50<br />

$47.73<br />

incl GST<br />

Assorted sizes of natural wood geometrical shapes including round,<br />

facet and rectangular.<br />

Size: (L) 1.5 - 3cm<br />

Thread and design with this colourful wooden bead assortment of<br />

various colours and sizes.<br />

Size: Tub of 575g<br />

Assorted Wooden Buttons (50pcs)<br />

PL16043<br />

Transparent lacing Beads (266pcs)<br />

PL405197<br />

$12.95<br />

$14.89<br />

incl GST<br />

$56.50<br />

$64.97<br />

incl GST<br />

These dark and light stained wooden buttons come in three sizes<br />

for sorting, threading and sewing. They can be used to create<br />

artwork and garlands to celebrate the natural world, especially<br />

when used in conjunction with collected items from a forest walk<br />

or garden exploration.<br />

Size: (D) 2, 3 and 3.5cm<br />

Your little ones will take great delight in designing and making<br />

bracelets and necklaces with these beads. Not only are they<br />

brightly coloured, but the transparent nature of them means<br />

that they will reflect light, creating a whole new dimension to the<br />

activity! Children can practise counting and pattern forming whilst<br />

improving their fine motor skills as they thread the beads.<br />

Size: (D) beads from 1.5cm<br />

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Lacing Numbers (275pcs)<br />

PL247332<br />

$39.50<br />

$45.43<br />

incl GST<br />

Lacing<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Teach number recognition, patterning, sorting and more with these colourful lacing numbers.<br />

Children will develop hand-eye co-ordination as they string the plastic numbers on to the laces.<br />

Encourage children to lace in numerical order to improve their counting or give children simple<br />

maths activities to complete, threading the number that corresponds to the answer for a more<br />

complicated task for older children.<br />

Size: (H) Numbers 2.5cm<br />

Lacing Lowercase Alphabet (275pcs)<br />

PL247334<br />

Lacing Uppercase Alphabet (275pcs)<br />

PL247333<br />

$39.50<br />

$45.43<br />

incl GST<br />

$39.50<br />

$45.43<br />

incl GST<br />

Teach letter recognition, patterning, sorting, and more with these colourful lacing sets.<br />

Children can learn the alphabet or spell simple words as they use their fine motor skills<br />

to thread the letters on to the lace. Create activity cards to help children learn to follow<br />

instructions.<br />

Size: (H) Letters 2.5cm<br />

Lacing Needles (32pcs)<br />

PL26846<br />

Coloured Laces (100pcs)<br />

PL40461<br />

$6.50<br />

$7.48<br />

incl GST<br />

$15.95<br />

$18.34<br />

incl GST<br />

The large eye on these lacing needles make them easy to thread<br />

and the rounded tip ensures child safety. Once the needle is laced,<br />

children can thread large beads together, create jewellery, string<br />

together decorations and more! The needles are a great tool for any<br />

crafting session across any curriculum area.<br />

Size: (L) 7.5cm<br />

Children will have oodles of fun with these brightly coloured<br />

laces. Whether they are used to practice threading, tying or simply<br />

experimenting with textures, your children will develop the fine<br />

motor skills necessary for daily living. They can create shapes and<br />

sort the laces into matching colours, working on their own or as<br />

part of a group.<br />

Size: (L) 81cm<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Lacing<br />

Lace & Trace Farm Animals (10pcs)<br />

PL152156<br />

$25.50<br />

$29.33<br />

incl GST<br />

Lace & Trace Pets (10pcs)<br />

PL152157<br />

$25.50<br />

$29.33<br />

incl GST<br />

This wooden set includes five sturdy, double-sided lacing panels,<br />

plus five colour co-ordinated laces. Each panel contains beautifully<br />

designed farm animals and your little ones will love threading the<br />

coloured lace around each animal to create a border. They will learn<br />

about each animal as they develop their fine motor skills, whilst<br />

playing independently.<br />

The only thing cuter than the adorable pets pictured in both sides<br />

of these lacing panels, is watching your little ones concentrate on<br />

threading the matching laces around the edges. The five sturdy<br />

panels are organised neatly in a storage box to help children tidy<br />

away when they have finished developing their fine motor skills.<br />

Wooden Lacing Apple<br />

PL22533<br />

Giant Wooden Lacing Beads (24pcs)<br />

PL22526<br />

$20.50<br />

$23.58<br />

incl GST<br />

$39.50<br />

$45.43<br />

incl GST<br />

Finding a caterpillar in your apple has never been so appealing!<br />

Children will improve their dexterity as they manoeuvre the cheeky<br />

caterpillar through the holes in the polished red hardwood apple.<br />

It is your own Very Hungry Caterpillar and is a superb activity to<br />

complement the book.<br />

Size: (D) 8.5cm<br />

Children can thread these beads onto lacing string in a random or<br />

organised order. They can also be sorted into matching colours or<br />

shapes. Your little ones will develop their fine motor skills whilst<br />

developing an understanding of basic mathematical shapes and<br />

patterns. Includes 24x pieces in three shapes and four colours, and<br />

2x laces.<br />

Size: (L) 4.5cm<br />

Lacing Cheese<br />

PL22534<br />

Jumbo Lacing Set (48pcs)<br />

PL23560<br />

$20.50<br />

$23.58<br />

incl GST<br />

$59.95<br />

$68.94<br />

incl GST<br />

Children will help the little mouse nibble its way through the cheese<br />

as they carefully thread him through the holes. It is an activity that<br />

enhances their fine motor skills and repetition. The hardwood<br />

cheese will last a lifetime, ensuring that hundreds of children will<br />

benefit from this hungry little mouse!<br />

Size: (LxWxD) 8.5 x 14 x 5cm<br />

This Jumbo Lacing Set features 48 jumbo geometric shape blocks<br />

that are designed for lacing and sequencing on the wooden rods.<br />

Children will learn about three dimensional shapes, colours and<br />

patterns as they use their fine motor skills to place the shapes in<br />

the rods. Younger children can follow the included pattern guides,<br />

and older children can create their own unique ones.<br />

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Sensory Sound Eggs (6pcs)<br />

PL43883<br />

$51.50<br />

$59.23<br />

incl GST<br />

Sensory Stones (8pcs)<br />

PL43852<br />

$65.50<br />

$75.33<br />

incl GST<br />

Sensory<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

This beautifully realistic set of six speckled eggs contains three pairs of<br />

eggs with matching sounds. Highly tactile and enormously appealing,<br />

the eggs are a simple and enjoyable way to help children develop early<br />

auditory discrimination skills. Children will delight in finding out which<br />

eggs go together and have the same sound. They are durable enough<br />

for use both indoors and outdoors and are a great addition to your play<br />

kitchen and food stalls.<br />

Size: (H) 6cm<br />

These large stones are designed to enable children to have sensory<br />

experiences by experimenting with the raised and indented shapes<br />

and patterns. Cast from a durable mix of resin and real stone, they<br />

can be used on their own or as part of a wider sensory experience<br />

incorporating messy play. Ask children to describe the sensations<br />

they feel when playing with the stones to encourage and develop<br />

communication skills.<br />

Size: (D) 7.5cm<br />

Sensory Worry Stones (12pcs)<br />

PL438100<br />

Interlocking Sensory Stones (8pcs)<br />

PL43854<br />

$54.50<br />

$62.68<br />

incl GST<br />

$65.50<br />

$75.33<br />

incl GST<br />

These tactile stones have been designed to soothe and calm<br />

children, helping them to focus, concentrate and feel secure, and<br />

therefore allowing them to learn productively. By holding and/<br />

or rubbing a stone, a child’s sensory input is occupied, helping to<br />

relieve stress and anxiety, freeing their mind to focus on the task in<br />

front of them.<br />

These pairs of interlocking stones are designed so that each pair<br />

interlocks in a different way, from concentric circles that can be<br />

continually twisted to shapes that can be interlocked in two, three,<br />

or four positions. The set contains eight stones that can be played<br />

with individually or as a group.<br />

Size: (D) 7.5cm<br />

Sensory Shapes (12pcs)<br />

PL43855<br />

$75.50<br />

$86.83<br />

incl GST<br />

This set of tactile sensory stones gives children the opportunity to<br />

extend their understanding of shape through exploratory play and<br />

mark making. The ridged and smooth surfaces of the shapes offer<br />

children a rich sensory experience, and their vocabulary of shape<br />

and comparative language will develop as they talk about what they<br />

see and feel. The set includes twelve stones in a variety of shapes.<br />

Size: (D) 5 - 8cm<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Sensory<br />

Super Sensory Beanbags (12pcs)<br />

PL404202<br />

$53.95<br />

$62.04<br />

incl GST<br />

Get your hands on this super sensory sensation! These are no ordinary beanbags. Each one is covered with soft nubs<br />

and the filling crinkles when handled. They are perfect for throwing and catching games, or for tactile children to use<br />

as a calming prop. Beanbags can be used in such a wide variety of ways, jump over them, balance them on your head,<br />

pass them around your body, the list goes on! A brilliant addition to your centre! 3 each in 4 bright colours: green,<br />

purple, red and yellow.<br />

Size: (LxW) 10 x 10cm<br />

Beads in a Ball 9cm (2pcs)<br />

PL12800<br />

Sensory Ball Pack (20pcs)<br />

PL22529<br />

$16.50<br />

$18.98<br />

incl GST<br />

$77.95<br />

$89.64<br />

incl GST<br />

Children will have great fun learning to throw and catch with this<br />

bead-filled ball. Their communication with others will develop, as<br />

will their spatial awareness and imagination. The ball can also be<br />

rolled along the ground and provides a great sensory rush!<br />

Size: (D) 9cm<br />

Your little ones will love this selection of balls. They vary in texture,<br />

colour, density and bounce and can be used to throw, catch, roll and<br />

bounce. Children can play in groups, developing their social skills as<br />

they enhance their motor skills in a fun learning atmosphere.<br />

Size: (D) smallest 5cm, largest 7.5cm<br />

Sensory Balls (4pcs)<br />

PL40558<br />

Toddler Tactile Balls (6pcs)<br />

PL40557<br />

$53.50<br />

$61.53<br />

incl GST<br />

$63.95<br />

$73.54<br />

incl GST<br />

This collection of sensory balls come in different colours and sizes<br />

to improve motor skills. The balls can be kicked, rolled and thrown<br />

in groups allowing children to develop teamwork skills. They are also<br />

perfect to be used during ball games to improve physical fitness.<br />

Size: (D) 2x 18cm, 2x 10cm<br />

Little hands will have no trouble holding onto these soft, vinyl balls<br />

due to their unique design. They can be rolled, kicked, thrown and<br />

caught to help children develop a wide range of motor skills. The<br />

coloured patterns create a beautiful blur of colour as the balls<br />

move, mesmerising children as they play.<br />

Size: (D) Largest ball 10cm<br />

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Stainless Steel Sensory Ball Set (4pcs)<br />

PL22510<br />

$61.50<br />

$70.72<br />

incl GST<br />

Mystery Sensory Balls pack of 6<br />

PL225109<br />

$88.95<br />

$102.29<br />

incl GST<br />

Sensory<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Similar to a fish-eye lens, the reflection staring back at them is one<br />

of utter distortion! The balls are able to be used both indoors and<br />

out, and are light enough for children to pick up and move around,<br />

enhancing their movement skills. The balls are durable and will<br />

stand the test of time as a favourite activity in your centre.<br />

Size: (D) 6, 8, 10 & 15cm<br />

A set of 6 reflective mirror balls. The shiny mirror surface provides a<br />

distorted fish-eye lens reflection which is fascinating for children to<br />

observe. They are robustly constructed from hard wearing stainless<br />

steel, are lightweight, smooth and tactile to handle and can be<br />

of particular appeal to children with SEND, or for those requiring<br />

inspiration in creative language.<br />

Size: (D) 10cm<br />

Sensory Rollers (6pcs)<br />

PL22910<br />

$203.50<br />

$234.03<br />

incl GST<br />

This set of six rattles will help your little ones develop their gripping and handling skills. Each rattle is filled<br />

with a different material, creating a unique visual and auditory experience as the rattles are shaken and<br />

rolled. For further improvement of their fine motor skills, ask your children to stack and balance the rattles.<br />

Size: (HxD) 10 x 5.5cm<br />

Sensory Tubes (4pcs)<br />

PL247312<br />

$51.50<br />

$59.23<br />

incl GST<br />

Develop students’ senses and encourage science exploration with this set of four sturdy, clear tubes. Tubes<br />

feature dual openings and include 8x solid lids and 4x vented lids. Vented lids let children explore their sense<br />

of smell or secure small creatures for observation, and solid lids hold liquid securely inside. Lids easily twist<br />

off and on. Tubes come empty.<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Sensory<br />

Sensory Rainbow Glitter Balls (7pcs)<br />

PL225100<br />

$59.95<br />

$68.94<br />

incl GST<br />

Touch & Match Board (11pcs)<br />

PL404150<br />

$29.50<br />

$33.92<br />

incl GST<br />

Children will love these Sensory Rainbow Glitter Balls. They will<br />

watch with delight as the glitter swirls around inside the balls as<br />

they are moved. The balls can improve corordination as children roll<br />

them to each other which also helps build positive relationships.<br />

Use them as a relaxation tool in the quiet corner, or to help children<br />

calm down when they are feeling overwhelmed.<br />

Size: (D) 6.5cm<br />

This activity allows children to develop their sense of touch.<br />

Matching each circle with same texture on the wooden board<br />

requires concentration and experimentation. Allowing children<br />

to physically handle the pieces and describe the sensation will<br />

improve their communication skills. After a while some children<br />

may be able to use memory recall to match the textures<br />

Size: (LxW) baseboard 28 x 10cm<br />

Smelling Bottles (13pcs)<br />

PL33376<br />

Scent Box (10pcs)<br />

PL16054<br />

$56.95<br />

$65.49<br />

incl GST<br />

$32.50<br />

$37.38<br />

incl GST<br />

This set contains twelve empty glass smelling bottles. Fill them all<br />

with a different scent and ask children to describe what they smell<br />

to improve their language and communication skills. Alternatively,<br />

create six pairs of matching scents for children to smell and match,<br />

improving their olfactory sense and memory.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) Box 26 x 12 x 11cm<br />

Children will take great delight in using their sense of smell to<br />

identify aromas found in these mini scented cushions. Ask children<br />

to close their eyes as they smell and ask them to describe the<br />

scent. Can they recognise where they might have smelled it before?<br />

It is a great activity to use when learning about food, plants and the<br />

natural world.<br />

Size: (LxW) outside box 27 x 11cm<br />

Sound Boxes (14pcs)<br />

PL33378<br />

Thermic Bottles (9pcs)<br />

PL33380<br />

$51.50<br />

$59.23<br />

incl GST<br />

$99.95<br />

$114.94<br />

incl GST<br />

These Sound Boxes include two sets of six cylinders, a set of blue<br />

caps and a set of red caps. Each cylinder contains materials that<br />

make distinctive sounds and are graded from soft to loud. The<br />

sound boxes will help the child develop auditory discrimination by<br />

pairing and grading the cylinders.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) Box 20 x 13 x 11cm<br />

The Thermic Bottles include eight metal bottles with screw-on<br />

tops. The exercise is prepared by filling the bottles with various<br />

temperatures of water by the adult, then through the exercise of<br />

pairing and grading the bottles, the child’s thermic sense is refined.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) Box 13 x 11 x 6cm<br />

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Cooperative Weaving Frame<br />

PL405277<br />

$269.95<br />

$310.44<br />

incl GST<br />

Weaving Accessory Pack (21pcs)<br />

PL405278<br />

$85.50<br />

$98.33<br />

incl GST<br />

Skill Development<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Build cooperative and fine motor skills with this sturdy wood<br />

weaving frame. Children take turns pushing and pulling items<br />

through the heavy duty plastic mesh, building communication and<br />

teamwork skills. Encourage children to experiment with a variety of<br />

objects to discover what items work best.<br />

Size: (WxH) 60.96 x 60.96 cm<br />

Add variety to your weaving frame with this Weaving Accessory Pack.<br />

The set consists of six nylon scarves and 15 soft noodles that are<br />

perfect for pushing and pulling through the mesh, allowing children<br />

to work together and develop their verbal communication skills.<br />

Noodles size: (L) 38 - 45 cm<br />

Weaving Loom (6pcs)<br />

PL150324<br />

Geometric Pattern Boards (150pcs)<br />

PL150331<br />

$19.95<br />

$22.94<br />

incl GST<br />

$69.50<br />

$79.93<br />

incl GST<br />

This traditional wooden Weaving Loom includes brightly coloured<br />

yarns and a selection of essential tools is sturdy and perfectly sized<br />

for little hands. As children weave, they will also be developing their<br />

dexterity and concentration. Made from high quality, responsibly<br />

sourced materials.<br />

Size: (LxW) 27 x 17.5cm<br />

This Geometric Board offers opportunities for hands-on exploration<br />

of geometric concepts including shapes, symmetry, congruency,<br />

area, perimeter, coordinates and spatial relationships. Umbrellahead<br />

pins keep the rubber bands in place as children create<br />

designs. Multiple children can use the set, allowing for discussion<br />

and improvement of verbal communication skills. Each set includes<br />

six boards and 144 rubber bands, in assorted colours.<br />

Size: boards 23cm square<br />

Natural Small Peg Board<br />

PL43326<br />

Natural Large Peg Board<br />

PL43325<br />

$71.95<br />

$82.74<br />

incl GST<br />

$392.50<br />

$451.38<br />

incl GST<br />

Small solid wood pegboard with 54 screws, made to last. Great for<br />

making pictures, patterning and learning maths. Includes rubber<br />

bands.<br />

Size: (LxW) 27 x 17cm<br />

Large solid wood pegboard with 220 screws, made to last. Great for<br />

making pictures, patterning and learning maths. Includes rubber<br />

bands.<br />

Size: (LxW) 50 x 50cm<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Skill Development<br />

Natural Busy Board<br />

PL43331<br />

$262.50<br />

$301.88<br />

incl GST<br />

Magnetic Hide & Seek Board<br />

(9pcs)<br />

PL152299<br />

$46.95<br />

$53.99<br />

incl GST<br />

No two Natural Busy Boards<br />

are the same with a variety<br />

of different activities to keep<br />

busy hands occupied.<br />

Size: (LxW) 55 x 47cm<br />

Keep your children on their toes with this<br />

exciting wooden activity board. Carefully<br />

crafted, each door is attached with a hinge<br />

and hiding a magnetic piece. Children will<br />

need to guess what object is hiding behind<br />

each door.<br />

Size: (LxW) 30 x 23cm<br />

Basic <strong>Skills</strong> Board (6pcs)<br />

PL152320<br />

Latches Board<br />

PL152345<br />

$71.95<br />

$82.74<br />

incl GST<br />

$81.95<br />

$94.24<br />

incl GST<br />

If you are looking for an activity that will keep toddlers occupied,<br />

then this is what you need. Each board contains practice zips,<br />

buckles, snaps and laces to help children master the skills required<br />

in the daily task of getting dressed. The bright colours and different<br />

textures will ignite their senses, providing hours of entertainment<br />

and learning.<br />

Size: (LxW) 39 x 29cm<br />

These brightly coloured, beautifully designed boards provide a<br />

multi-faceted learning approach. First, children must use their fine<br />

motor skills to open the latch in the door. Once the door is open<br />

they can count how many animals are hiding underneath before<br />

closing and re-latching the door. Fun and repetition will ensure they<br />

master their latch-opening skills in no time!<br />

Size: (LxW) 39 x 29cm<br />

Peekaboo Lock Boxes (13pcs)<br />

PL19718<br />

$151.50<br />

$174.23<br />

incl GST<br />

The Peekaboo Lock Boxes offer multi-faceted learning within<br />

the one activity. Firstly, children need to match the shape of the<br />

blocks to the opening on top of the boxes. Once they have slotted<br />

the shapes, they can view them through the transparent window<br />

to check that they also match the colour of the interior of the box,<br />

allowing for self-correction and immediate feedback. Finally,<br />

they will need to use their fine motor skills to unlock the doors to<br />

retrieve the shape.<br />

Size: each box 10.5cm square<br />

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Building Gears Board (26pcs)<br />

PL213102<br />

$56.50<br />

$64.97<br />

incl GST<br />

Handy Scoopers (4pcs)<br />

PL247239<br />

$22.50<br />

$25.88<br />

incl GST<br />

Skill Development<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Encourage your future engineers with this creative gear toy.<br />

Children must build their own gear systems using their imaginations<br />

and problem solving skills. The gears can be stacked and multi<br />

layered to create a challenge.<br />

Size: 28cm square<br />

These unique tools are a handy way to build the muscles needed<br />

for scissor cutting! Our Handy scoopers feature translucent scoops<br />

and easy-grip handles for developing fine motor skills. As a bonus<br />

for water play our scoops have holes which allow for catch-andrelease<br />

fun! Set of four comes in a resealable bucket.<br />

Size: (L) 15cm<br />

Nuts & Bolts Seriation Board<br />

PL33347<br />

Giant Nuts & Bolts (72pcs)<br />

PL25219<br />

$42.50<br />

$48.88<br />

incl GST<br />

$56.95<br />

$65.49<br />

incl GST<br />

Children must use their fine motor and manipulation skills to<br />

tighten and loosen each pair of nuts and bolts. The nuts and bolts<br />

are ordered according to size to help promote understanding of<br />

terms such as larger, smaller, biggest and smallest.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 30.5 x 8 x 7cm<br />

Young engineers will learn skills of perception and manipulation<br />

when connecting the different sized, shaped and coloured nuts<br />

to the corresponding bolts. Made of durable plastic, hours of<br />

entertainment can be had as children learn to mix and match.<br />

Size: (L) Bolt 6cm<br />

Screw Block (8pcs)<br />

PL19746<br />

Magnetic Discovery Board & Wand<br />

PL17531<br />

$24.50<br />

$28.18<br />

incl GST<br />

$51.50<br />

$59.23<br />

incl GST<br />

Manual dexterity will be tested as children use the wooden<br />

screwdriver to wind the screws into the wooden box. The colour of<br />

the screws need to match the colour on the box, allowing children<br />

to improve their knowledge of basic colours as well as their handeye<br />

coordination.<br />

Sixteen objects are randomly arranged in the Magnetic Discovery<br />

Board and children must guess which ones are magnetic. They can<br />

then check their guesses by using a magnetic wand to see which<br />

objects are attracted to the magnet. It is the perfect introduction<br />

to carrying out scientific experiments and discovering the basic<br />

properties of magnetism. Includes 1 Magnetic Wand.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) Board 23 x 30 x 2cm<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Skill Development<br />

Mini Bead Frames (6pcs)<br />

PL150122<br />

$69.95<br />

$80.44<br />

incl GST<br />

Shape Sliding Maze Board<br />

PL21398<br />

$39.50<br />

$45.43<br />

incl GST<br />

Excellent for stimulating children's imagination and recognition of<br />

colours, shapes, numbers and problem solving as they play. All parts<br />

and coatings are non-toxic and completely safe.<br />

Size: (DxH) 9 x 12cm<br />

This wooden sliding maze game comprises of wooden puzzles in<br />

different geometric shapes. The easy-to-grasp puzzle pieces are<br />

perfect for small hands, and children will improve their fine motor,<br />

manipulation and pincer skills as they manoeuvre the shapes along<br />

the puzzle tracks.<br />

Size: 28cm square<br />

Magnetic Insect Maze Board<br />

PL213104<br />

Magnetic Maze<br />

PL21307<br />

$47.50<br />

$54.63<br />

incl GST<br />

$47.50<br />

$54.63<br />

incl GST<br />

This adorable insect-themed magnetic maze encourages motor<br />

skills training. Learners will need to hold the magnetic pen to move<br />

the beads through the spiral, oval flower and butterfly-shaped<br />

tracks, improving their coordination and concentration. The board<br />

is perfect for quiet, independent play and offers a valuable start to<br />

writing skills.<br />

Size: 28cm square<br />

Children will explore the scientific properties of magnets as they<br />

move the beads along the coloured tracks. Concentration and fine<br />

motor skills are required and the repetitive nature of the activity will<br />

ensure children learn quickly.<br />

Size: (LxW) 28 x 28cm<br />

Chain Links (500pcs)<br />

PL41112<br />

Mosaic Pin-a-Shape (229pcsc)<br />

PL150325<br />

Farm Pin-a-Shape (102pcs)<br />

PL150330<br />

$36.50<br />

$41.98<br />

incl GST<br />

$29.95<br />

$34.44<br />

incl GST<br />

$34.50<br />

$39.67<br />

incl GST<br />

Colour recognition and pattern building<br />

skills will be developed when children<br />

link these counting links together. As they<br />

connect the links they will be enhancing<br />

their fine motor skills and practising their<br />

counting.<br />

Size: (LxW) 4 x 2cm<br />

Pin-a-Shape boards never go out of<br />

fashion! The brightly coloured wooden<br />

shapes can be combined and pinned<br />

to the board using shiny pins to create<br />

an endless array of different pictures<br />

and scenes. With over 220 play pieces,<br />

including circles, squares, triangles,<br />

moons, half circles & more, children can<br />

create any image they choose.<br />

This farm themed Pin-a-Shape board<br />

allows children to us the brightly coloured<br />

wooden shapes and shiny pins to create<br />

an endless array of different pictures and<br />

scenes, all with an underlying farm theme.<br />

Ideal for individual or interactive play<br />

sessions.<br />

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Hammer-It School Pack<br />

PL26855<br />

$169.95<br />

$195.44<br />

incl GST<br />

Skill Development<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Young children can create colourful pictures by<br />

hammering these vibrantly coloured wooden pieces onto<br />

the soft reusable corkboards. This fun activity is ideal for<br />

developing fine motor skills. Bulk pack for classroom use.<br />

Contains 8 corkboards, 8 hammers, 150 wooden shapes<br />

and 240 tacks.<br />

Hammer-It Farm<br />

PL26853<br />

Hammer-It<br />

PL26852<br />

$23.50<br />

$27.03<br />

incl GST<br />

$20.50<br />

$23.58<br />

incl GST<br />

Imaginative play will be enhanced with Hammer-It Farm. Children<br />

can create farm scenes, learn about animals and local industry<br />

whilst using the hammer and tacks to secure the wooden animals<br />

to the corkboard. Designed to improve fine motor skills, youngsters<br />

can practise their story-telling skills and make connections with<br />

the environment.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) Corkboard 30 x 25.5 x 1cm<br />

Budding carpenters and designers will take great delight in<br />

hammering the wooden shapes into the corkboard. Children can<br />

arrange the shapes in an ordered pattern, create a picture, or<br />

hammer at random, focusing on their gripping skills. <strong>Fine</strong> motor<br />

skills will be enhanced as children work independently.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) Corkboard 30 x 25.5 x 1cm<br />

Hammer-It Corkboard<br />

PL26851<br />

Tacks (60pcs)<br />

PL26862<br />

Hammer-It Wooden<br />

Shapes<br />

PL26854<br />

Hammer-It Farm<br />

Shapes<br />

PL26856<br />

$122.95<br />

$141.39<br />

incl GST<br />

$5.50<br />

$6.33<br />

incl GST<br />

$30.95<br />

$35.59<br />

incl GST<br />

$26.50<br />

$30.48<br />

incl GST<br />

Packet of 8 Corkboards.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 30 x 25.5 x 1cm<br />

Packet of 60 shiny metal<br />

tacks.<br />

300gsm Wooden coloured<br />

shapes.<br />

300gsm Wooden coloured farm<br />

shapes.<br />

0508 111 444 27


<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Skill Development<br />

Two-sided Wooden Racing Tower<br />

PL404146<br />

$109.50<br />

$125.93<br />

incl GST<br />

Singing Tree Marble Run<br />

PL404147<br />

$115.50<br />

$132.82<br />

incl GST<br />

Well made wooden toys stand the test of time, and this racing<br />

tower is no different. Children use their fine motor skills to place a<br />

coloured car at the top of the tower, and watch with excitement as it<br />

makes it way to the bottom. It is a two-sided tower so that children<br />

can interact with others in a friendly and competitive matter.<br />

Size: (LxWxH) Tower 19 x 10 x 76cm<br />

Children will be delighted<br />

at their ability to make<br />

the tree come alive with<br />

sound! Different sized balls<br />

create different sounds<br />

and move down the tree<br />

at varying speeds. The tree<br />

is large enough for several<br />

children to use at once<br />

so they can explore the<br />

enchanting sounds together.<br />

At the bottom of the tree<br />

is a catchment tray to help<br />

contain the balls and make<br />

tidying away an easy job.<br />

Size: (H) 72cm<br />

Track a Ball Rack<br />

PL23534<br />

$67.50<br />

$77.63<br />

incl GST<br />

Children will love watching the colourful<br />

balls make their way down the track. They<br />

can move the balls between the tracks,<br />

improving their fine motor skills as they<br />

do so. Encourage children to describe the<br />

action the balls make to improve their<br />

knowledge of how objects move as well as<br />

their language skills. The Track a Ball Rack<br />

is large enough for multiple children to<br />

play at once, allowing for the opportunity<br />

to build positive social relationships.<br />

Size: (LxH) 60x40cm<br />

Peg Board Large Pegs (650pcs)<br />

PL252142<br />

Transparent Peg Boards (6pcs)<br />

PL252143<br />

$58.50<br />

$67.28<br />

incl GST<br />

$48.95<br />

$56.29<br />

incl GST<br />

This set of colourful pegs allows children to create fun patterns in<br />

the matching peg board trays. As they play, children will develop<br />

their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination by holding the<br />

pegs and inserting them into the allocated space on the board.<br />

Encourage children to create their own designs to build attention<br />

and stimulate creativity. They will also learn to associate colors, as<br />

well as basic spatial concepts.<br />

This set of boards and holders provide a space for children to insert<br />

superpegs to create fun patterns. This game develops creativity,<br />

practices finger motor coordination by holding the pegs, and<br />

reinforces basic spatial notions. Encourage children to build their<br />

own designs and describe their image to you, this helps develop<br />

communication skills through play.<br />

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Dressing Frames<br />

These activity frames will challenge children’s coordination and fine motor<br />

skills. They will work independently, concentrating carefully to master a<br />

skill that will be used a great deal in everyday life as they grow older. Let<br />

them repeat each frame several times in succession to consolidate their<br />

skills that they will soon be using to dress themselves!<br />

Size: (LxWxH) 31 x 31 x 2cm<br />

1 2<br />

Skill Development<br />

<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

PL33313<br />

PL33321<br />

PL33305<br />

Safety Pin Frame<br />

Shoes Lacing Frame<br />

Bow Tying Frame<br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

7<br />

PL333465 Bag Clipping Frame<br />

PL33317<br />

PL33306<br />

PL33307<br />

Zipping Frame<br />

Velcro Frame<br />

Buttoning Frame with<br />

Small Buttons<br />

3 4 5<br />

8<br />

PL33308<br />

Buttoning Frame with<br />

Large Buttons<br />

9<br />

PL33309<br />

Lacing Frame<br />

10<br />

PL33311<br />

Hook & Eye Frame<br />

11<br />

PL33319<br />

Buckling Frame<br />

6 7 8<br />

12<br />

PL33315<br />

Snapping Frame<br />

$28.95ea<br />

$33.29<br />

incl GST<br />

9 10 11 12<br />

Dressing Frame Set (7pcs)<br />

PL333467<br />

$256.50<br />

$294.98<br />

incl GST<br />

A complete set of the most popular frames to improve the fine<br />

motor skills required for dressing. Children will practise doing up<br />

buttons, bow tying, fastening Velcro, using snaps and bag clips.<br />

The frames are stored neatly in a wooden stand to allow children<br />

easy access. Ask your children to identify items of clothing that use<br />

these fastenings to develop their language and recognition skills.<br />

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<strong>Fine</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> <strong>Skills</strong><br />

Skill Development<br />

Chunky Star Puzzle Blocks (18pcs)<br />

PL19639<br />

$104.50<br />

$120.18<br />

incl GST<br />

You will be amazed at how many different images children can create from these<br />

18 wooden triangles. The pieces can lay flat on the ground, or be stacked in varying<br />

ways, allowing children to explore balance and improve their fine motor skills. The<br />

challenge is not only in creative play, but also in fitting the pieces neatly back in the<br />

frame - it will take some visual perception and trial and error to get it right!<br />

Size: (D) 25cm<br />

Chunky Octagon Puzzle Blocks (72pcs)<br />

PL19641<br />

$69.95<br />

$80.44<br />

incl GST<br />

The small triangular pieces are perfect for little fingers to practise their pincer skills<br />

in preparation for writing. Maths is also a focus as children explore the properties<br />

of a triangle and how they fit together to form other shapes. Children can create<br />

images and patterns within the octagonal frame or outside of it. Younger children can<br />

organise the triangles by colour or stack them on top of each other to improve their<br />

fine motor skills.<br />

Size: (D) 16cm<br />

Chunky Butterfly Puzzle Blocks (37pcs)<br />

PL19644<br />

$199.50<br />

$229.43<br />

incl GST<br />

This gorgeous butterfly puzzle is made from 37 uniquely shaped pieces. The large butterfly<br />

frame allows children to develop their problem solving skills as they mix and match the pieces<br />

to fit. Children will learn shape perception and the properties of curved edges. Older children<br />

can design their own creations without the frame and toddlers can simply sort the pieces<br />

according to colour for a more basic activity.<br />

Size: (L) 46cm<br />

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Designing Innovative<br />

Learning Spaces<br />

PLAY‘n’LEARN<br />

Developing Creative Minds<br />

0508 111 444 | Visit us playnlearn.co.nz<br />

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