Hexagonal Sorting Tray

The Hexagonal Sorting Tray offers a beautifully crafted and visually striking addition to any early years learning environment. Made from durable plywood, this wooden tray features a distinctive hexagonal shape that not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also introduces children to geometric forms. It is ideally sized for tabletop exploration with loose parts, natural items, art materials, or classroom resources. This tray supports open-ended, inquiry-based play where children can explore foundational STEM concepts such as sorting, categorising, pattern-making and comparing. The unique shape naturally draws children's interest and encourages them to engage with materials in creative and thoughtful ways. Whether used as part of a sensory station, mathematics activity, or loose parts collection, the tray invites curiosity and hands-on learning.

Educational Benefits:

• Promotes sorting and classifying for early mathematical and scientific understanding.
• Enhances spatial reasoning and geometry awareness through interaction with a hexagonal shape.
• Encourages creativity and imaginative thinking through open-ended use of materials.
• Supports development of language skills through discussion of observations and patterns.

Classroom Activity Ideas:

• Create seasonal sorting tasks using leaves, petals, or small themed objects.
• Explore symmetry and pattern-making by arranging objects from the centre outward.
• Use the tray for sensory play with textured materials such as felt, stones, or pasta.
• Incorporate the tray into story-based play to organise props or story sequencing items.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 3+ years
• Tray dimensions: 30(W) x 30(D) x 6(H) cm
• Made from natural plywood with a smooth, tactile finish
• For indoor use only; not suitable for outdoor environments
• Illustrated accessories not included