• 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
• Name and describe some plants and animals.
• EYFS, Expressive Arts & Design
• Promotes pretend play.
• A detailed set of miniature arctic animals designed to enhance small world play.
• Perfect for discussions on arctic habitats, these figures help children explore and learn through detailed, realistic representations.
• Explore arctic habitats with the detailed Safari Toob Arctic Animal Figures. Each figure, including polar bears, walruses, and orcas, is crafted to engage children in learning about wildlife in arctic regions, enhancing small world play. The set helps children understand the harsh environments these animals thrive in, encouraging questions and fostering a better grasp of geography and animal science.
• Utilising props such as snow powder and a Tuff Tray to create winter scenes allows educators to visually demonstrate the natural habitats, boosting the realism of play scenarios. This actively supports expressive arts in the EYFS curriculum by directly linking educational content with creative play.
Incorporating these figures into playtime develops storytelling skills and a deeper connection to environmental subjects, aiding both creative expression and understanding of the world as encouraged by EYFS guidelines.
• Great for enriching small world play.