A robust set of chunky basswood ply picture blocks, colour printed on both sides with real images of minibeasts from around the world. Perfect for children to investigate bug behaviour, how and what they eat, what eats them, if they undergo metamorphosis and the habitats they live in.
The 20mm thick wooden blocks are smooth to touch and easy for young children to handle. They are free-standing and can be used in imaginative play, to develop descriptive language skills or for learning about the characteristics of a wide range of different creatures.
Having realistic images will enable younger children to make comparisons with real creepy crawlies they find on nature walks or read about in books, and encourage older children to visualise characters in story-telling and creative writing. Includes colour identification guide in 8 languages Supports the following areas of learning:
• Personal Development – collaborative play
• Physical Development – motor skills
• Communication & Language – descriptive language
• Communication & Language – reasoning
• Understanding the World – the world
Specification
Size of mantis block: 108 x 85 x 20mm. Pk33.
Age: Suitable from 12 months.
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Description
A set of 33 chunky wooden blocks printed on both sides with real images of minibeasts from around the world. Children can explore how bugs behave, what they eat, what eats them, which ones undergo metamorphosis and where they live.
The smooth 20 mm blocks stand up on their own for imaginative play and help build descriptive language. Realistic images help younger children compare them with creatures found on nature walks. A colour identification guide in 8 languages is included.
- In the pack: 33 wooden blocks
- Includes: identification guide in 8 languages
- Learning areas: nature, observation, language
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