MTA Spaces - Square Table Mirrors - 30 cm - Pack of 4

This set of scratch-resistant square table mirrors is ideal for open-ended, sensory and exploratory play in early years environments. Designed to support visual inquiry and hands-on discovery, these mirrors offer a clear reflective surface with smooth, child-safe edges-making them suitable for a variety of classroom applications. Whether used in small world setups, for artistic expression, or in STEAM-based investigations, the mirrors provide children with rich opportunities to observe, explore and engage with their surroundings. Their simplicity makes them versatile resources for provocation tables and inquiry-based learning experiences, where children can reflect on their own image, explore light and angles, and engage in imaginative expression. These mirrors promote the development of self-awareness, spatial understanding, and problem-solving skills.:

When used with loose parts or construction materials, children can develop hypotheses, test their ideas, and discover new ways of thinking and creating. The open-ended nature of this resource encourages creative experimentation, collaborative play, and communication, allowing children to build perseverance and confidence as they explore through play. Designed for indoor use and best used under supervision, this set is a valuable addition to any early learning environment focused on inquiry, creativity and developmental growth.

Educational Benefits

• Promotes self-awareness and identity through reflection and visual exploration
• Supports spatial reasoning and early STEM learning through symmetry and light play
• Encourages critical thinking and hypothesis testing through inquiry-based activities
• Enhances social interaction, language, and problem-solving during collaborative play

Classroom Ideas

• Use in small world play scenes to reflect characters and encourage storytelling and imagination
• Incorporate mirrors into STEAM stations for exploring angles, light, symmetry, and reflection
• Create an art area for self-portraits where children can observe themselves and express individuality
• Develop a sensory station with natural and textured items for children to explore through mirrored reflections

Safety & Information

• Suitable for children aged 12+ months
• Mirror dimensions: 30cm (W) x 30cm (L)
• Made with scratch-resistant safety mirror panels
• Features smooth, rounded edges for safe classroom use
• Indoor use only; not suitable for use in direct sunlight
• Best used with adult supervision for guided exploration