From big to small, wooden to horn, this is a great educational resource for children in their early years, encouraging language and Heuristic Play. We have included spoons that are slightly more unusual and will give both you and the child more to discover and talk about: ‘Can you find two that look the same? Which would give you the biggest spoonful of your favourite food? Do different countries have different spoons? Can you arrange them in size of handle and / or size of bowl? As the items in a treasure basket have not been designed as toys, children should always be supervised during play.
868016040 2 Brushes Treasure Basket
Brushes have so many uses and can be so different in many ways – shape, size, feel (hard or soft) and even what they are made from. They are a wonderful talking point and they bring so many questions with them. This curious collection of brushes is a perfect early years resource for Heuristic Play. As the items in a treasure basket have not been designed as toys, children should always be supervised during play.
868016041 3 Containers Treasure Basket
20+ items both common and unusual in a large wicker basket.
Encourage children to look closely at the containers and handle them, to ask questions about what they may be used for and what makes a good container for a specific job.
Sort the containers in different ways, practice taking lids on and off or opening and closing fastenings. Good for encouraging schema (children who love putting things in and out of pots and containers).