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Cotton Reels - Pack of 120

Item Code: DM6301

MTA Teachers Resource Catalogue Page: 624

$55.14 (inc. GST)
$47.95 (ex. GST)
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Unlock a world of colour, creativity and coordination with the Cotton Reels - Pack of 120! This engaging set is a vibrant collection of 120 brightly coloured plastic cotton reels in four bold colours, perfect for hands-on learning and purposeful play. Recommended for children aged 3+ years, these reels are ideal for threading, counting, sorting and building - offering endless opportunities for fine motor and creative development.

The set also includes 8 versatile laces (6 tagged and 2 thick with a fun end piece), designed to make threading accessible and enjoyable for developing hands. Each reel is easy to grasp and manipulate for a variety of early years and primary-based activities.

Whether used in guided learning or open-ended play, these cotton reels support a wide range of developmental outcomes. They're a perfect fit for Makerspace areas, loose parts play setups, or even as calming activities during quiet time. The reels invite exploration of colour, patterning, sequencing, and problem solving in both individual and collaborative settings.

Educational Benefits:

  • Builds fine motor dexterity and hand strength through grasping and threading.
  • Enhances hand-eye coordination and bilateral hand use.
  • Supports early maths concepts like sorting, counting and patterning.
  • Encourages creativity, imaginative play and collaborative construction.

Classroom & Play Activity Ideas:

  • Create colour patterns or sequences using laces and reels.
  • Incorporate into sorting and categorising stations with other loose parts.
  • Use in collaborative building games or challenges to design towers and structures.
  • Integrate into storytelling play by using reels as characters or props.

Product Details:

  • Recommended Age: 3+ years
  • Dimensions: Each reel measures 3(L) x 3(H) x 3(W) cm
  • Made from durable plastic for repeated use
  • Designed for supervised use in early learning environments