{"product_id":"gymnastica-fantastica","title":"Gymnastica Fantastica!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGymnastica Fantastica!\u003c\/em\u003e bursts with joy, rhythm, and movement in this exuberant celebration of a child's imagination and self-expression. Meet Gymnastica-a spirited performer whose living room becomes a stage for grand, gravity-defying feats. With a dramatic flair and unwavering confidence, Gymnastica rolls, bounces, balances and flips their way through a perfectly imperfect performance. This picture book is a whirlwind of rhyme, energy and humour, capturing the delight of children who express themselves physically and creatively. The playful text invites repeated read-alouds, while the vivid illustrations radiate enthusiasm, motion and fun. Beneath the tumbling and twirling is a heartwarming message about courage, trying new things, and celebrating your unique talents-even if your audience is just the family dog. Perfect for early years, \u003cem\u003eGymnastica Fantastica!\u003c\/em\u003e fosters confidence, resilience, and self-acceptance. Whether used at storytime, during movement breaks, or in drama sessions, this book encourages children to embrace who they are-with flair!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages physical movement and gross motor development through imaginative play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops rhythm and rhyme recognition in early language learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds confidence and self-expression through storytelling and performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports emotional resilience and a growth mindset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHost a œGymnastica Show where students choreograph their own fun movement routines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the rhyming text as a literacy activity-have students fill in the rhymes or create their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss emotions and how we feel when we try something new or perform for others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrate or draw their own Gymnastica-inspired character and routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAges: 3-7 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages: Not specified (standard picture book format approx. 32-40)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemes: Movement, creativity, resilience, imagination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42238464917617,"sku":"HACH1852","price":28.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/hach1852_gymnastica-fantastica_v3_1.webp?v=1768791891","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/gymnastica-fantastica","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}