Build a Cabin Kit

The Build A Cabin Kit combines natural textures, imaginative play, and meaningful storytelling to inspire creativity, cultural awareness, and hands-on learning. With resources that encourage building, small-world play, and thoughtful reflection, this kit brings together the joy of construction and the richness of Australian stories. Children can design and build their own cabins, create vibrant miniature landscapes, and explore the wonders of Australia's native wildlife. Paired with a powerful autobiographical picture book, this kit not only supports creativity and fine motor development but also fosters cultural understanding and appreciation. Perfect for classrooms, libraries, or home learning spaces, it is a versatile toolkit that enriches both play and learning.

Kit Contents

• Pretend Grass Round Mat - 88cm diameter, soft and durable surface for defining spaces and imaginative play
• Wooden Cabin Blocks Set - 165 real wood pieces for building cabins and small-world structures
• The Shack That Dad Built by Elaine Russell - autobiographical picture book celebrating resilience, community, and Aboriginal culture
• Grassy Stones - set of 5 polystyrene foam stones covered in plastic grass for small-world or sensory play
• Australian Animals Set - 5 detailed figures (bilby, yellow-footed rock wallaby, thorny devil, quokka, and spotted quoll)

Educational Benefits

• Builds creativity, fine motor skills, and problem-solving through construction play.
• Encourages storytelling, role-play, and imaginative world-building.
• Promotes cultural awareness and reflection through an authentic Australian story.
• Introduces children to iconic Australian wildlife and environmental themes.

Classroom Ideas

• Use the Wooden Cabin Blocks to create collaborative small-world scenes on the Pretend Grass Mat.
• Pair The Shack That Dad Built with group discussions about resilience, family, and cultural identity.
• Incorporate Grassy Stones and Animal Figures into geography or science lessons on Australian habitats.
• Provide the resources as part of a themed play corner combining construction, nature, and storytelling.

Safety & Information

• Suitable for ages 3+ years.
• Cabin Blocks: made from real wood; must be stored away from outdoor elements.
• Pretend Grass Round Mat: 88cm diameter, durable and soft for indoor play.
• Grassy Stones: lightweight polystyrene foam with plastic grass cover.
• Australian Animal Figures: durable, detailed plastic models for role play and education.
• Adult supervision recommended with small parts.