Felt Waldorf Mermaids Set of 8

Dive into imaginative, open-ended play with the Felt Waldorf Mermaids Set of 8. These enchanting mermaids, inspired by the Waldorf education approach, are needle felted and each feature their own unique hair and tail colour. Their simplicity encourages children to assign stories, emotions, and roles, fostering creativity and empathy. Ideal for small world play, story baskets, or fairy tale themes, these mermaids complement play mats and wooden toys beautifully. Each mermaid is malleable and can be gently posed. Ethically produced under fair trade conditions in Nepal, they are safe, durable, and perfect for early years settings focused on nature-based, child-led learning.:

Educational Benefits:

• Imaginative Play: Encourages character creation and fantasy storytelling.:
• Emotional Intelligence: Supports the expression and understanding of feelings.:
• Fine Motor Skills: Helps with dexterity and grasp through gentle handling.:
• Cultural Awareness: Introduces mythical beings from global folklore.:

Classroom Ideas:

• Myth & Legend Corner: Use in storytelling stations during fantasy or folklore units.:
• Underwater Diorama: Combine with play mats and shells for a rich play scene.:
• Feelings Discussion Props: Use as soft prompts to talk about emotions.:
• Counting & Sorting Game: Sort by tail colour or hair for early maths activities.:

Product Details:

• Set of 8 felt mermaids:
• Handmade from 100% natural wool felt, non-toxic dyes:
• Each mermaid approximately 13-14cm tall:
• Suitable for children aged 3 years and up:
• Handmade under fair trade conditions in Nepal:
• Spot clean only; not suitable for children under 3 due to small parts: