Outback Mat and Australian Animals Set of 7

Explore Australian wildlife and the unique landscapes of the Australian outback with this engaging play set. The Outback Mat provides a setting for children to explore and create imaginative play experiences with a selection of Australian animals. Children can use the animals for storytelling, small-world play and open-ended exploration while developing an understanding of Australian wildlife and their environments. An engaging resource for encouraging conversation, imaginative play and connections with the natural world. Suitable from birth.

Educational Benefits

• Builds Knowledge of Australian Wildlife: Children can become familiar with Australian animals and develop an understanding of the wildlife found across Australian environments.
• Encourages Imaginative Play: The mat and animal figures provide an open-ended setting for children to create their own stories, scenarios and play experiences.
• Develops Language Skills: Naming animals and describing their characteristics, habitats and actions encourages vocabulary development and conversation.
• Supports Small-World Play: Manipulating the animal figures and creating different scenarios encourages children to explore relationships between animals and their environments.
• Encourages Observation and Classification: Children can compare animals by their appearance, size, features and behaviours, supporting early categorisation skills.
• Promotes Connection with Nature: Exploring Australian animals encourages curiosity about the natural world and the living things within children's own environment.
• Supports Social Interaction: Shared play experiences encourage children to communicate, negotiate ideas and develop stories together.