{"product_id":"schleich-alligator","title":"Schleich - Alligator","description":"\u003cp\u003ePretend \u0026amp; Play alligator figurine from Schleich. Alligators are easy to recognise because the teeth in their lower jaw are not visible from the side. Fun Fact: From the side, it looks like the alligator is grinning. Suitable for children aged 3+ years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchleich resources are beautiful and highly detailed replicas. Their range varies from fairies and elves, to farm to wild animals. Each item is hand painted with much attention and care. Made from high quality materials, Schleich replicas encourage imagination and creativity through imaginative play. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlay is such an important part of early childhood. Imaginative and creative play helps children to develop language and communication skills. It develops and promotes creativity and imagination. Creative and imaginative play also encourages children to become more confident and develop a stronger sense of identity. When children come together in imaginative play,their social and emotional development is fostered. Listening to others, negotiation and co-operation all result from this type of play. The possibilities are endless!MTA’s Pretend and Play products feature some of the world’s best play-based, early education resources that help children become increasingly confident in creativity, imagination, perseverance \u0026amp; development of language and social skills as they continue to grow and develop in a supportive learning environment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges 3+ years\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schleich","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42347690688625,"sku":"SC14727","price":22.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/sc14727_schleich-alligator.webp?v=1760002386","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/schleich-alligator","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}