{"product_id":"leaf-rubbing-plates-pack-of-16","title":"Leaf Rubbing Plates - Pack of 16","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Leaf Rubbing Plates pack is a creative and educational tool that allows children to explore the textures and patterns of nature through hands-on art activities. This set includes 16 unique plastic plates, each depicting a different leaf or seed design, perfect for incorporating into lessons on plants, seasons, or natural environments. Each plate measures 10 x 13cm and is 0.305mm thick, offering durability and flexibility for repeated classroom use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo use, simply lay a sheet of paper over the plate and rub with a crayon or pencil to reveal the detailed pattern underneath. These plates can also be used with clay or modelling compounds to create raised leaf impressions, providing a tactile, sensory experience that supports both fine motor development and visual learning. An ideas guide is included to help educators integrate the plates into cross-curricular projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeaches natural observation and plant structure\u003c\/strong\u003e - by highlighting leaf shapes and vein patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports fine motor skills\u003c\/strong\u003e - through rubbing and clay pressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncourages sensory exploration\u003c\/strong\u003e - using both visual and tactile input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforces seasonal learning and environmental awareness\u003c\/strong\u003e - through nature-based art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreate a seasonal leaf collage\u003c\/strong\u003e - combining rubbings in autumn or spring colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse in science lessons\u003c\/strong\u003e - to identify different types of leaves or discuss plant life cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporate into clay work\u003c\/strong\u003e - by pressing plates into soft clay to make textured impressions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse for creative pattern making\u003c\/strong\u003e - by layering or overlapping different leaf designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 rubbing plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves and seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 x 13cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.305mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible, durable plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crayons, pencils, clay, and other craft materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideas guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 plates\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42238545035377,"sku":"RE5815","price":44.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/re5815_leaf-rubbing-plates-set-of-16_v1_1.webp?v=1760001356","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/leaf-rubbing-plates-pack-of-16","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}