Exploratory Mirrors Classroom Kit

The Exploratory Mirrors Classroom Kit is an exciting, open-ended resource designed to support sensory discovery, creative play, and STEAM-based learning in early years environments. This comprehensive kit includes a wide variety of reflective materials—ranging from concave and convex mirrors to mirrored building blocks and stainless steel balls—that enable children to investigate light, reflection, shape, and symmetry from multiple perspectives. Ideal for tabletop play, light panels, and investigative provocations, this kit promotes hands-on learning through inquiry, experimentation, and collaboration. The mirrors are scratch-resistant (but not scratch-proof) and should be used with care. All components are suitable for indoor use only and should be kept out of direct sunlight. While the stainless steel balls may be used with water, the other resources in this kit are not water-safe. Please note that contents may vary; refer to the product tab for the most up-to-date kit inclusions. This classroom kit invites children to explore reflection, build sensory awareness, and engage in early science and mathematical thinking through playful, hands-on learning.

Kit Contents

• Stainless Steel Balls – JM5039: Set of 9 reflective, durable balls ideal for sensory play and water exploration
• Three Panel Timber Mirror – DM2001: Wooden-framed tri-fold mirror for observing reflections from multiple angles
• Flat Mirrors – NN9012: Set of 10 acrylic mirrors measuring 12cm x 17cm, perfect for tabletop STEAM activities
• Hinged Mirrors – TFC11657: Set of 3 adjustable mirrors that can stand independently for flexible configurations
• Mini Flat Mirrors – TFC10310: Set of 10 mirrors measuring 9cm x 6cm, ideal for small-scale light exploration
• Metallic Building Blocks – TTS7486: Reflective blocks that combine construction with sensory engagement
• Mirrored Sensory Tray – ACH8615: A framed tray with a mirror base, ideal for loose parts play and visual discovery
• Concave & Convex Mirror Set – NK51225: Set of 10 mirrors to explore distortion, depth, and reflection properties

Educational Benefits

• Supports early STEAM learning through light, symmetry, and reflection investigation
• Enhances fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, and design thinking through manipulation and placement
• Encourages creativity and imagination as children explore different mirrored perspectives and build visual scenes
• Fosters social development and communication through shared play and collaborative experiments

Classroom Ideas

• Set up on a light panel for colour mixing, shape reflection, and light-based provocations
• Use the concave and convex mirrors to explore image distortion and stimulate inquiry-based discussion
• Incorporate into small world play for imaginative scenes with added visual depth and reflection
• Use mirrored blocks and trays for early maths activities like patterning, sorting, and symmetry

Safety & Information

• Suitable for children aged 3+ years
• Includes various mirror sizes and types, as listed above
• Mirrors are scratch-resistant but not scratch-proof; use with care and avoid sharp objects
• Stainless steel balls are suitable for water play; other components are not water-safe
• Indoor use only; avoid exposure to direct sunlight to prevent light concentration
• Always use under adult supervision