Travelling in Space - 12 Piecess

Take a trip through the stars with the Travelling in Space 12-piece wooden set, perfect for sparking children's curiosity about the universe. This beautifully illustrated set features key elements of our solar system, including the Sun, Mars, Mercury, Venus, Uranus, Earth, Saturn, Jupiter, and Neptune. The set also includes astronaut figures (both male and female) and a rocket, offering a complete space adventure experience. The planets are labelled with their names, combining fun play with an educational element that introduces young children to astronomy.

Crafted from New Zealand pine, the chunky pieces are designed to be long-lasting, with heat transfer printing ensuring durability.

Measurements:

• Largest piece (planet): 22cm (Diameter)
• Smallest piece: 4cm
• Thickness of pieces: 2cm

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces basic astronomy concepts in an engaging way.
• Promotes imaginative play, creativity, and problem-solving.
• Enhances language and literacy through labelled planets.
• Encourages dramatic play and social interaction among peers.

Classroom & Play Ideas:

• Organise a space exploration role-play, where children can be astronauts travelling through the solar system.
• Use the labelled planets to teach children the names and characteristics of the planets in our solar system.
• Create a œspace adventure storytelling session using the rocket and astronaut figures.
• Introduce a counting activity by having children count the planets or arrange them in order of size.

Age Range:
Suitable for children aged 2 years and older.