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Elevate your child's learning experience with this delightful construction and early mathematics manipulative. Designed for ages 3 and above, this set guarantees endless fun while fostering crucial developmental skills. The 36 pebbles, available in six sizes and vibrant colours, become versatile tools for honing fine motor skills, encouraging counting, and sorting, and unlocking creative design possibilities.
Dive into an immersive learning journey with the 20 included activity cards that make education enjoyable. Whether engaged in imaginative design, sorting by size or colour, or exploring mathematical concepts, this set provides a comprehensive approach to early childhood development.
However, please note that safety is paramount. Not suitable for children under 3 years, as it contains small parts. This dynamic construction and mathematics manipulative promise both a playful and educational experience, ensuring your child's developmental journey is filled with joy and exploration.
Ages 3+ years
Developmental Benefits
Fine Motor Skills Development: The construction and mathematics manipulative set enhances fine motor skills as children manipulate and stack the pebbles, refining hand-eye coordination.
Counting Skills Enhancement: Engaging with the set promotes counting skills, providing a hands-on approach to numerical concepts through the 36 pebbles.
Sorting Abilities Improvement: Children develop sorting abilities as they categorize pebbles by size and colour, fostering cognitive skills and logical thinking.
Creative Design Exploration: The set encourages imaginative design, allowing children to explore creativity and express unique ideas through the 20 included activity cards.
Holistic Approach to Learning: With activities covering fine motor skills, counting, sorting, and creative design, the manipulative set offers a comprehensive approach to early childhood development.
Versatile Educational Tool: The 36 pebbles, available in six sizes and colours, along with the 20 activity cards, create a versatile learning environment supporting various educational activities.
Immersive Learning Journey: Engaging with the activity cards provides an immersive learning journey, stimulating problem-solving and critical thinking skills in children.
Safety Conscious Design: Not suitable for children under 3 years, ensuring safety by considering the potential choking hazard of small parts.
The Clear Junior Rainbow Pebbles has been a huge surprise. I can see my little one's thinking develop as I watch her play. Stacking, colour grouping, and counting. Highly recommended for a fun and enriching experience!