Schleich - Killer Whale

The Schleich Killer Whale (Orca) is a beautifully detailed figure, carefully hand-painted to capture the striking black and white colouring that makes this marine predator easily recognisable. As a member of the dolphin family, the killer whale has remarkable hunting abilities. This figurine is a perfect educational tool for teaching children about marine animals, as it encourages imaginative play and sparks curiosity about the ocean.

Made from high-quality materials, this Schleich Killer Whale helps promote creativity and imagination in children while also providing a fun way to explore the natural world. The realistic details of the orca, including its sleek body shape and powerful features, make it an ideal addition to any child's collection of ocean animals.

Educational Benefits:

• Marine life learning: Introduce children to the world of marine mammals and the orca's role in the ocean ecosystem.
• Camouflage and adaptation: Explain how the killer whale's black and white pattern helps it hide from prey in the ocean.
• Imaginative play: Encourage storytelling and creativity as children develop their own ocean adventures with the killer whale.

Classroom Ideas:

• Ocean camouflage activity: Discuss how animals like the orca use their colours for hunting and survival, with fun matching activities.
• Orca facts sharing: Have a "fact-finding" day where children research and present cool facts about killer whales.
• Marine conservation lesson: Teach the importance of protecting sea life and the ocean through the example of the orca's habitat.

Fun Fact:
The killer whale's black and white colouring helps it blend into both the water's surface and the ocean floor, making it an expert predator.

Age Recommendation:
Suitable for children aged 3+ years