• Provide a range of surfaces for children to feel, and move and balance on.
• EYFS, Expressive Arts & Design
• Include objects and materials with different patterns, colours, tones, and textures to explore
• EYFS, Physical Development
• Encourages the development of gross motor skills.
• EYFS, Communication & Language
• Develops a wider range of vocabulary.
• The Muffik sensory mats enhance sensory input through vision with vibrant colours and diverse textures.
• The contrasting colours are hugely beneficial for the development of babies eyesight and also important for children that have visual impairments.
• These sensory mats support perception development and gross motor skills, they can also develop babies eyesight, ability to concentrate and encourages curiosity. Made from soft PVC, the various surfaces encourage exploration and concentration.
• By incorporating these mats, classrooms can meet EYFS curriculum goals by offering diverse surfaces for balance. The patterns and textures align with Expressive Arts & Design objectives, developing creativity and imaginative play.
Moreover, opportunities for imaginative and guided sensory play are abundant, supporting sensory exploration and physical development in alignment with the EYFS framework. This makes each play session unique, reinforcing gross motor skills and sensory awareness in young children.