{"product_id":"small-world-earth-natural-scene-set-20-pieces","title":"Small World Earth Natural Scene Set - 20 Pieces","description":"\u003cp\u003eLet the adventures begin! The Earth Natural Scene Set - 20 Pack is a beautifully curated collection of natural, tactile pieces designed to inspire imagination, creativity, and storytelling through play. Whether children are crafting magical forests, enchanting village scenes, or wild, rugged landscapes, this set invites them to explore and express freely. Each item is thoughtfully selected for its texture, shape, and natural beauty, encouraging sensory engagement and open-ended play. Perfect for use across various settings - from loose parts and construction play to small-world setups - this resource promotes curiosity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning. Children can build, balance, and create with elements that reflect the natural world, fostering environmental awareness and respect for nature. Ideal for early learning classrooms, nature-inspired play spaces, and home learning environments, the Earth Natural Scene Set transforms play into a sensory-rich experience filled with discovery, imagination, and wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes imaginative and small-world play, helping children build narrative and storytelling skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhances fine motor development and hand-eye coordination through stacking, sorting, and arranging natural pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages sensory exploration and environmental awareness by connecting children with natural materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports open-ended thinking and problem-solving as children design, construct, and experiment with different setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate themed play invitations such as \"forest village\"  or \"mountain adventure\"  to inspire collaborative small-world storytelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair the set with wooden animals, figurines, or felt play mats to extend imaginative and environmental play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in STEM sessions to explore balance, weight, and texture - encouraging inquiry and experimentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrate into mindfulness or nature-based learning activities where children handle natural textures and observe patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for 1 year +.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach set contains 20 assorted natural pieces in varied shapes and sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from sustainably sourced, natural materials; smooth, tactile finishes; non-toxic and eco-friendly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult supervision recommended. As this set includes small parts, not suitable for children under 3 years. Inspect regularly and remove any damaged pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42938999505009,"sku":"YZC52596","price":309.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/yzc52596_small-world-earth-natural-scene-set-20-pieces_v1_7.webp?v=1783888509","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/small-world-earth-natural-scene-set-20-pieces","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}