{"product_id":"metallic-waves-set-of-12","title":"Metallic Waves Set of 12","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a subtle shine to playtime with Hope Education's Metallic Waves. This 12-piece set features three metallic finishes that capture attention and encourages sensory exploration. Babies will be captivated by the smooth reflective surface and can explore, grasp, and move the pieces. Older children can experiment with stacking, balancing, and making patterns with the three colour options. Made from RABS recycled plastic, each Metallic Wave measures: 30cm x 10cm x 6cm. Age Suitability: From birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs an educator, you'll find these sculptural pieces slot easily into treasure baskets, sensory trays, construction areas and calm corners. Their gentle metallic sheen draws the eye without being overwhelming, while the smooth curves invite small hands to roll, tilt and line them up in endless arrangements. The reflective surfaces support early self-awareness as babies catch glimpses of faces and movement, while older children enjoy using them as \"bridges\" , \"waves\"  or \"roads\"  in small-world play. Because they are lightweight yet sturdy, they are ideal for daily use in nurseries and early years rooms where versatile, open-ended resources are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages sensory exploration through cool, smooth textures and reflective surfaces that invite touch and visual focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports early self-awareness as babies notice reflections and movement in the metallic finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops fine motor skills and coordination as children grasp, tilt, balance and stack the wave shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes early mathematical and spatial thinking as learners experiment with patterning, symmetry, height and direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom \u0026amp; play activity ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to treasure baskets for infants to explore under close supervision, alongside natural and fabric items of different textures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in construction and block play as ramps, bridges or borders, encouraging creative problem-solving and imaginative scenes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate simple patterning challenges where children arrange waves by colour or size, then extend to more complex repeating patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace on a mirrored tray or under a soft light source to explore reflections, shadow play and visual effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom birth; always use under adult supervision, especially with infants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContents: 12 Metallic Waves in three different metallic finishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: made from RABS recycled plastic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWave size: approximately 30(L) x 10(H) x 6(W) cm each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety information: wipe clean between uses; do not submerge for extended periods. Check regularly for cracks or sharp edges and remove from use if any damage is observed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42939016413297,"sku":"NIBU57006","price":229.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/nibu57006_metallic-waves-set-of-12_v1_7.jpg?v=1768371337","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/metallic-waves-set-of-12","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}