Play-based Learning Inspiration

Play-based learning is an engaging and effective strategy that aids in the development and education of children. It leverages games and various activities as a means of imparting essential skills and knowledge. Through play, children can enhance their creativity, bolster their social skills, and hone their problem-solving abilities. This method is adaptable and suitable for all children, regardless of their interests or skill levels.

Envision a classroom brimming with vibrant and captivating tools such as art supplies, puppets, building blocks, musical instruments, gardening implements, and sensory resources. These items are more than mere playthings; they are crucial educational resources that encourage children to investigate, invent, and absorb knowledge in stimulating ways.

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Creative arts materials, provide a medium through which children can express their inner thoughts and emotions via drawing, painting, and crafting. This activity is not solely about enjoyment; it also plays a significant role in helping them articulate and process their feelings and ideas. Puppets are another key tool in play-based learning. Far from being just entertaining, they facilitate the development of narrative skills and empathy, as children engage in puppetry to explore various viewpoints and emotions.

Building blocks serve as another fundamental component of play-based learning. Engaging with blocks, children come to understand shapes, dimensions, and spatial relationships, laying the groundwork for mathematical skills. Moreover, constructing with blocks introduces concepts of cause and effect, strategy planning, and problem-solving.

Musical instruments expose children to the realm of sound, rhythm, and melody. Engaging with music enhances auditory skills, boosts concentration, and can even support mathematical learning through the comprehension of beats and sequences. Gardening tools, connect children with nature, teaching them about life cycles, responsibility (through caring for plants), and science basics like photosynthesis and ecosystems.

Sensory tools are crucial for all children, especially those with additional needs. These tools help children explore their senses: touch, sight, sound, smell, and sometimes taste. They support emotional regulation, fine motor skills, and cognitive growth.

This approach fosters a learning environment that is both natural and enjoyable. Children become more engaged and motivated, encouraged to inquire, seek solutions independently, and cultivate a passion for learning that extends beyond traditional educational settings.

The essence of play-based learning lies in its acknowledgment of each child's individual learning pace and interests. It embodies the belief in the vast potential of every child and recognises play as a potent means for unlocking that potential. Investing in play-based learning resources is not merely a purchase of toys; it is an investment in our children's futures, providing them with the curiosity, knowledge, and skills necessary to succeed in a constantly evolving world.

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Acrylic Blocks Set of 28

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Colourful transparent blocks especially for use on light table. Enjoy creative constructions as well as fantastic glowing learning experiences.

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Natural Wooden Buttons - Pack of 50

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Natural wooden buttons. Various sizes.

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Your Body Puzzle - Boy

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The puzzle shows the arrangement of the male/female body in a descriptive and child-friendly way from the skeleton to the organs and muscles, depic...

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HUMANICO "Emotions" Puzzle

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Feeling are Emotions like fear, sadness, anger, surprise, and happiness, which accompany us throughout our lives. These emotions embody our inner w...

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Counting Magic Ball Set

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This set is ideal for children to learn about numbers and counting by grasping the balls with the tweezers and placing them in the counting boards....

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Stubby Brush Pack

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These Stubby brushes are wonderful for little hands. It makes the perfect first brush for children to use. Measure 12.5cm L. Ages 3yrs+

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Large Coloured Patty Pans - Pack of 1000

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These large coloured patty pans are great for craft activities. Colours may vary.

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Triangle 15cm

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Ideal for introducing children to music or for signalling transitions. Triangle complete with beater and holder.

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Wooden Beaters 1 Pair

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Quality pair of wooden beaters for glockenspiels, tambourines or tone-blocks.

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Reindeer Bells 1 Pair

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Adjustable band is secured to the wrist with velcro. Four big bells for hours of shaking musical fun. colours may vary.

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Martello

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The shapes are nailed onto the cork plate with the wooden hammer and the nails. All pie ces can beremoved easily. An instruction with colourful exa...

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Bamboo Blocks 100 Pieces

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Unique design of bamboo blocks for free play.

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Hand Puppet Rooster

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Hand puppets open up a world of storytelling where children can explore real and imaginary worlds in a safe environment of wonder, interest, and cr...

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Indigenous Tracking Set

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With a handy leather pouch for storage, this tracking set is the perfect portable choice for a range of Culture based learning! Our tracking stamp ...

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Poster Paint - 500ml Set of 10

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This vibrantly coloured and high-quality poster paint is ideal for painting paper, cardboard or plaster. With a thick consistency and quick dry ele...

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Story Stones - Gathering & Bushfood

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This beautiful set of story stones are designed by a local Nyungar artist and depict Aboriginal symbols relating to Gathering & Bushfood! The 1...

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Steering Wheel

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Wooden Steering Unit with gear stick for imaginative drivers immersed in dramatic play.

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Bee Hive Bowls / Plates Set

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Another open-ended and natural resource. These beautiful hand crafted hexagon shaped Beehive Bowl Plates come in a set of 7 and are ideal for sorti...

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Hand Puppet Ladybird

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Hand Puppet Giraffe

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Hand Puppet Hedgehog

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Solid Poster Paint - 12 Colours

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Less mess, lots of fun! Solid Poster Paint glides on like a crayon but covers like poster paint. They can be used on paper, cardboard, wood and oth...

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Paint Cup

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This paint cup safely stores paint on an easel, tray or table. It has a lid and a stopper to prevent paint from spilling. The lid has 2 grooves to ...

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Your Body Puzzle - Girl

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