‘Provide stimulating resources which are accessible and open-ended so they can be used, moved and combined in a variety of ways.’ (Characteristics of Effective Learning, Development Matters page 6).
1 Explorer Board
A beautifully crafted, open-ended resource. Toddlers will love exploring what lies beneath the chunky shapes. Each shape has a peg to grasp. We know children love repeating simple exercises and this reveal puzzle will foster this behaviour. The Standard Explorer Board comes complete with fi ve inserts featuring familiar images such as fruits, farm animals and pets. Both boards are fully customisable by inserting your own designs (templates available on our website). A great way to encourage language, maths, fi ne motor skills and more. For ages 12 mths+. Size of Standard Explorer Board is L35 x W26 x S3cm. Giant Explorer Board is L62 x W43 x D2.5cm.
With special thanks to Steve and Christine Doubtfi re of Smarties Day Nursery. Nottinghamshire for inspiring Explorer Board.
036-EY04177 £ 42 .95
2 Giant Explorer Board Following on from our delightful mini explorer board, we’ve developed a giant version. Place it on the fl oor or on a table for children to gather around. What lies beneath the shapes? Each shape has a peg for young children to grasp and the board can be customised to any theme by simply inserting your own designs. The board will house two A3 sheets (We have included a downloadable template on our website). A great way to encourage language, maths, fi ne motor skills and so much more. Made from Ply wood. For ages 10mths+.
Size L62cm x W45cm x D2.5cm. 036-EY06291
£ 79 .95
3 Lightbox Acrylic Jigsaw Create an vibrant, illuminated jigsaw pattern with these different coloured connecting pieces. Develop an awareness of pattern and sequencing as well as enhancing fi ne motor and hand -eye coordination skills. A great accessory for your light panel activities. Children can experiment and explore to see how the pieces fi t together. The light shining through the acrylic tiles adds to the engagement. Try adding different acetate sheets to the top of panel to create different effects. Made from acrylic. For ages 3yrs+. 36 pieces.