{"product_id":"safari-animals-set-of-5","title":"Safari Animals Set of 5","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Safari Animal Set includes an elephant, a giraffe, a zebra and a lion with nodding heads and a gorilla with movable arms and legs. This delightful collection invites children into the heart of the savannah, where they can create endless stories of roaming herds, brave rescues and peaceful waterhole gatherings. As children gently move the nodding heads of the elephant, giraffe, zebra and lion, or pose the gorilla's arms and legs, they bring each character to life, building rich imaginative play. Through this kind of pretend play, children awaken imagination and learn to resolve conflict on their own or through team work with others, discovering that imaginative experiences are as important as real-life encounters. The solid, easy-to-hold shapes support fine motor development and hand-eye coordination, while the smooth finishes and subtle textures encourage the sense of touch, allowing children to discover and explore their environment through different surfaces and contours. This set also promotes discovery, encouraging children to talk about real safari animals, their habitats and how we care for wildlife and the natural world. Perfect for small world trays, block areas, storytelling corners and role-play spaces, the safari animal set supports language, social skills and early science learning, offering open-ended play that grows with children's interests and understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAwakens imagination as children create safari adventures, animal families and dramatic savannah scenes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages children to learn to resolve conflict independently and work as a team through shared storylines and collaborative play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports the sense of touch as children handle different animal shapes, nodding heads and movable limbs, exploring varied textures and forms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes discovery and early science learning as children talk about habitats, animal features, conservation and the wider world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a safari small world in a tuff tray with sand, rocks, grasses and \"watering holes\"  to inspire storytelling and descriptive language.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair the animals with non-fiction and story books about African wildlife to build a literacy-rich inquiry corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite children to sort and classify the animals by size, how they move, what they eat or where they might sleep, supporting early maths and science skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the animals in social-emotional role play to explore themes such as bravery, friendship, sharing, leadership and problem-solving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 months+, to be used under adult supervision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContents: elephant, giraffe, zebra and lion with nodding heads, plus gorilla with movable arms and legs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate sizes Elephant: 4.5cm (W) x 9.5cm (L) x 7.5cm (H), Giraffe: 4.5cm (W) x 12cm (L) x 6.5cm (H), Zebra: 4.5cm (W) x 7.5cm (L) x 6.5cm (H), Lion: 4.5cm (W) x 7.5cm (L) x 6.5cm (H), Gorilla: 4.5cm (W) x 6cm (L) x 7cm (H).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for small hands with smooth, child-safe finishes; inspect regularly and discontinue use if any piece becomes damaged or excessively worn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42939018313841,"sku":"BE00683","price":45.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/be00683_safari-animals-set-of-5_v1_1.jpg?v=1768791597","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/safari-animals-set-of-5","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}