Talking Tubes Set

The Talking Tubes Set by Commotion is a versatile and engaging communication tool designed for early years settings. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, this resource encourages children to explore sound and speech in fun, collaborative ways. The set includes two durable plastic handsets connected by three metres of flexible tubing, allowing children to speak and listen to one another across distances, around corners, or even between different rooms.

Ideal for open-ended play and communication-based activities, Talking Tubes support language development, social interaction and early science learning. Whether used during imaginative role play or structured activities, this set inspires curiosity about how sound travels and promotes cooperative play. Recommended for children aged 3 years and over, the durable plastic construction is easy to clean, making it a practical addition to any learning environment.

Educational Benefits:

• Develops communication skills by encouraging turn-taking and active listening
• Promotes collaborative play and social connection through shared interaction
• Supports exploration of sound and early scientific thinking
• Enhances imaginative play as children use the tubes in role-play scenarios

Classroom Ideas:

• Use during outdoor play to encourage long-distance communication
• Set up in different rooms to allow learners to send messages and experiment with sound
• Include in role-play areas as part of a themed scenario such as a call centre or submarine
• Incorporate into science lessons about how sound travels through materials

Safety & Information:

• Age Recommendation: 3+ years
• Includes 2 handsets and 3 m of flexible tubing
• Made from strong, durable plastic suitable for repeated indoor and outdoor use
• Easy to clean with a damp cloth or mild detergent
• Handsets securely plug into tubing for safe, hands-on use