Yellow Door Small World Sensory Stone Insect 12pcs

Overview

• Tactile insects support EYFS small world activities through sorting, vocabulary development, imaginative play and nature conversations.

• This bumper collection of twelve beautiful bug stones is ready for all kinds of imaginary play indoors and outside. Their tactile, realistic detailing will inspire curiosity and conversation, while providing lots of wonderful sensory feedback. Made from a durable stone mix, these creatures are ideal for outdoor play in mud, moss, leaves or sand, and they’re easy-to-clean after every adventure.

• Children will enjoy sorting and comparing the bugs, enhancing their observation skills and expanding their vocabulary. The engraved elements can be felt as well as seen, and children will enjoy pressing the bugs into playdough to create detailed imprints.

• Practitioners can use these tactile resources for small world EYFS experiences that encourage children to explore, observe and talk. Varied minibeasts support imaginative play, while engraved details provide visual and sensory feedback.

• For the EYFS Understanding the World aim ‘Explore the natural world around them’, use the set for nature activities EYFS and outdoor small world play. Children can notice insects in mud, moss, leaves or sand, then compare features and discuss similarities and differences. This creates an insect sorting and comparing activity with real-world links.

• The resources also support EYFS Expressive Arts and Design aims by helping children make imaginative and complex small worlds, develop stories and engage in flexible, open-ended play. The set contains twelve insects in varied sizes from 60–75mm.