• Begin to develop complex stories using small world equipment like animal sets, dolls and dolls houses.
• EYFS, Understanding the World
• Use a range of props, puppets, dolls, and books to encourage children to notice and talk about similarities and differences in the world.
• EYFS, Understanding the World
• Begin to understand the need to respect and care for the natural environment and all living things, including different animals and habitats.
• EYFS, Expressive Arts & Design
• Promotes pretend play.
• Explore a variety of reptiles through engaging small world play, ideal for educational activities.
• From frogs to crocodiles, this collection allows children to create diverse educational scenarios with reptile figures.
• This product introduces children to a versatile array of reptilian figures, enhancing storytelling and communication skills. By incorporating this set into their play, children are encouraged to create complex narratives that help develop their understanding of the natural world.
• Aligned with the EYFS framework, the set supports early learning goals in 'Expressive arts and design' by encouraging pretend play with realistic animal figures. Furthermore, it offers valuable opportunities for children to explore concepts in 'Understanding the world', prompting discussions about animal habitats and environmental care.
Beyond classroom storytelling, the set is perfect for hands-on activities such as sorting and classifying, vital for cognitive development. The reptiles can be used in a variety of play scenarios, including sand and water play, offering endless possibilities for imaginative and engaging educational experiences.
• Encourages communication and storytelling
• Sort, classify and compare creatures
• Incorporate into sand, water and messy play