Transparent Tactile Shells - 36 pieces

The Transparent Tactile Shells - 36 Pieces set offers a multi-sensory learning experience, ideal for both light panels and hands-on sensory play. Designed to support early years STEM learning, this open-ended resource encourages children to engage in sorting, counting, categorising, and sequencing. Each tactile shell features a unique moulded texture and comes in a range of vibrant, transparent colours, making them especially captivating when used with a light box or light panel.

These shells not only foster early mathematical thinking and pattern recognition but also invite imaginative play, storytelling, and creative exploration. Their tactile nature enhances sensory development, and their engaging design encourages language development as children describe textures, colours, and sorting criteria. This set is supplied in a practical reusable storage jar, making it a valuable and tidy addition to any learning environment.

Educational Benefits:

• Promotes early maths skills such as counting, sorting, and pattern making.
• Enhances sensory development through tactile textures and transparent colours.
• Encourages creativity, storytelling, and role play across multiple learning areas.
• Supports visual and spatial reasoning, particularly when used on a light panel.

Classroom Activity Ideas:

• Sort shells by texture, colour, or size and discuss similarities and differences.
• Create repeating patterns or coded sequences for early STEM coding play.
• Use in a story-based activity where each shell represents a character or action.
• Place shells on a light box for colour mixing and visual discovery.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 18+ months
• Includes 36 plastic shells in assorted textures and colours
• Each shell measures approx. 5.5(W) x 4.5(D) cm
• Supplied in a reusable storage jar for easy organisation
• Use with or without a light box for sensory or visual play
• Supervision recommended during use