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One of our missions here at Creative Play Resources is to inspire children with a lifelong love of STEAM — Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. These are essential skills that any child can use throughout their life — so learning them early is vital. It’s never too early to start — that’s why we offer Rainbow Pebbles. They are tactile manipulative toys that support the benefit of STEAM. This book by Dr Paul Swan has been designed to help teachers gain the most from this resource. Dr Paul Swan’s books complement educational toys in the brand’s collection, inspiring teachers — and parents and carers too — to aid children’s educational journeys. In this edition, the links between the various activities and STEAM ideas are highlighted.
Making maths fun with Dr Paul Swan
Dr. Paul Swan's educational resources redefine the way mathematics is taught, making learning enjoyable, accessible, and natural. With a focus on hands-on activities, this book revolutionises numeracy education, offering engaging challenges and fun exercises to ignite students' passion for basic math concepts. Paired with Rainbow Pebbles, it becomes a dynamic tool to stimulate young learners on their numeracy journey. Inside, educators will discover a wealth of challenges designed to inspire a love for mathematics, along with guidance on language usage and skill development. Dr. Paul Swan's approach emphasises the enhancement of fine motor skills and critical thinking abilities. As an award-winning author and speaker, Dr. Paul Swan's resources empower teachers to plan effective lessons, inspire student curiosity, and create engaging learning experiences.
As a teacher, his books will help you:
Plan your lessons effectively
Inspire your students to love learning about maths
Devise challenges for your students
Find ideas for fun, effective, hands-on learning
Find more educational resources
This is just one of the products and resources to help you make learning fun — and inspire you as a teacher too! Explore our children’s books and early literacy range, where you’ll find resources for the youngest learners, from flash cards, magnetic letters and puzzles to inspiring books, blocks and more.
Suitable for ages 5+
Developmental benefits
Early Exposure to STEAM Skills: Starting early with Rainbow Pebbles introduces children to STEAM concepts, laying the foundation for a lifelong passion in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
Tactile Manipulation for STEAM Learning: Rainbow Pebbles, as tactile manipulative toys, support STEAM benefits by engaging children in hands-on activities that enhance their understanding of these vital skills.
Holistic Learning: Paired with Dr. Paul Swan's educational book, children experience holistic learning as the A4-sised edition for ages 5+ establishes connections between activities and STEAM concepts.
Enjoyable and Natural Math Learning: Dr. Swan's aim is to make learning math enjoyable and natural, fostering a positive attitude towards the subject and providing hands-on activities for effective teaching.
Interactive Learning and Skill Enhancement: The 48-page book encourages interactive learning, promoting the enhancement of fine motor skills and analytical abilities crucial for overall cognitive development.
Empowering Teachers for Effective Education: Dr. Swan's resources are designed to empower teachers, facilitating effective lesson planning, inspiring students, and offering engaging challenges to create an enriching educational experience.
Inspiration for Lesson Planning: Teachers can find inspiration for lesson planning within the resources, ensuring that educational activities align with STEAM principles and foster a love for learning.
Encouraging Student Inspiration: Dr. Swan's materials inspire students to love learning by providing engaging challenges and hands-on activities, creating a positive and motivated learning environment.
Fostering Fun Learning Experiences: Explore Creative Play Resources' range of educational tools, including children’s books and early literacy resources, to foster enjoyable and inspiring learning experiences for both students and teachers.
Creating Enjoyable Education for All: Join Creative Play Resources in making education enjoyable and inspiring for students and teachers alike, emphasising the importance of STEAM skills in lifelong learning.
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We loved these face paint sticks. They come in a great range of colours and are so easy to wipe off. The kids loved them!! Also loved that they are non toxic!
We have had so much fun playing with our dot markers! We made some cards for our friends, and they love it 😊
So good for practising our colours, and concentrating on trying not to overlap the colours on the paper. We have played with them almost everyday.