{"product_id":"plantoys-jumping-acrobat","title":"PlanToys Jumping Acrobat","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlanToys Jumping Acrobat helps children understand cause and effect as they press the wooden stick and watch it leap, reinforcing the concept through repetitive play. This interactive toy promotes fine motor skills as children use their fingers and palms, strengthening hand and finger muscles. By tracking the acrobat's movements, they enhance hand-eye coordination and sensory integration. Focused play builds concentration, and experimenting with pressure helps achieve the desired jump height. Sustainably made in Thailand using chemical-free rubberwood, non-toxic glue, organic pigments, and water-based dyes, this lively little performer is a great addition to tabletop play, STEM provocations and small-group games. Children delight in seeing how different amounts of pressure change the jump, making it a playful way to explore control, precision and prediction while having fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeaches cause and effect as children press the wooden stick and watch the acrobat leap again and again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes fine motor skills and strengthens hand and finger muscles through active pressing and holding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhances hand-eye coordination and sensory integration as children track the acrobat's movements and reactions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds concentration and self-control as children experiment with pressure to adjust jump 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\u003eSet up a \"jumping station\"  where children take turns launching the acrobat and describing what they notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the acrobat in simple STEM discussions about force, height and distance, recording how far it can jump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate friendly counting games by seeing how many jumps it takes to land on a target or reach a marked spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite children to draw the acrobat mid-jump and tell or write a short story about where it is leaping to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3+ years (recommended, use under adult supervision)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: 7.4(L) x 15.3(H) x 0(W) cm (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials and safety information: Sustainably made in Thailand using chemical-free rubberwood, non-toxic glue, organic pigments and water-based dyes; use under adult supervision and inspect regularly, removing from use if worn or damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42939017461873,"sku":"PT5494","price":45.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/pt5494_plantoys-jumping-acrobat_v1_6.jpg?v=1768371317","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/plantoys-jumping-acrobat","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}