Australian Outback Felt Scene

Bring the wonders of the Australian Outback into the classroom with this beautifully crafted felt play set. Designed to spark creativity, storytelling and hands‑on exploration, the Australian Outback Felt Scene provides children with rich, open‑ended resources that encourage imaginative play and connection to nature.

Featuring a soft Outback Circular Play Mat, a tactile pair of Felt Baobab Trees, a cosy Mini Felt Fire and a colourful set of Rainbow Peg Dolls, this set invites children to dive into small-world adventures inspired by iconic Australian landscapes. Each handcrafted piece supports sensory engagement, dramatic play, and collaborative learning as children invent stories, create habitats and act out imaginative scenarios.

Includes:

• 1 x Outback Circular Play Mat (169_016_42)
• 1 x Felt Baobab Tree – Set of 2 (P/P267)
• 1 x Mini Felt Fire (P/P378)
• 1 x Rainbow Family Peg Dolls with Hats – Set of 6 (366_113_38)

Key Educational Benefits

• Imaginative & Dramatic Play: Encourages children to invent stories, assign roles and express ideas through play. Supports the development of narrative skills, creativity and expressive language.
• Sensory & Tactile Exploration: Felt textures promote hands‑on discovery, helping children engage through touch. Strengthens fine motor skills as children grasp, place and arrange the play pieces.
• Early Geography & Environmental Awareness: Introduces children to elements of the Australian Outback, fostering curiosity about landscapes, habitats, and nature. Provides a platform for discussions about animals, plants and cultural connections.
• Social & Emotional Development: Encourages cooperative play, turn‑taking and shared storytelling. Peg dolls inspire role‑play that helps children explore emotions, friendships and empathy.
• Open‑Ended Learning: No fixed outcomes children can build, create, rearrange, and re‑imagine scenes in endless ways. Supports inquiry‑based learning and allows children to follow their own interests.