{"product_id":"the-sense-of-taste-and-flavours","title":"The sense of taste and flavours","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis engaging taste-themed association game invites children to discover how the sense of taste works by matching real-image cards to the four basic flavour groups: sweet, savoury, bitter and sour, while learning about the important role of taste buds. Retaining all existing information, the set supports children in developing attention, concentration, vocabulary and verbal fluency as they explore familiar foods and classify them according to flavour. With 32 circular cards featuring real photographs (5 cm), 8 square flavour cards (5.8 x 5.8 cm) and a high-quality cardboard roulette (12 x 16.8 cm), this resource provides an interactive and sensory approach to learning about taste, food recognition and descriptive language skills in a fun, hands-on format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforces understanding of the four main flavours using real-world food imagery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves language development by encouraging children to describe flavours and food characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthens attention and concentration through matching, sorting and guided discussions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports early science learning by introducing taste buds and how the sense of taste functions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a flavour-sorting station where children group foods under sweet, savoury, sour or bitter categories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the roulette as a game selector for students to identify foods that belong to the chosen flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourage children to share personal experiences with flavours, building descriptive vocabulary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine the cards with a sensory tasting session (teacher-led) to compare real tastes with card images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable Ages: Recommended for ages 3+.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: Circular cards 5 cm; square cards 5.8 x 5.8 cm; roulette 12 x 16.8 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety Notes: Cards should be kept dry to maintain durability. Avoid using real foods for tasting activities without allergen checks. Small cards may present a choking risk for younger children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral Use: Supervise group games and ensure pieces are stored safely after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42939020804209,"sku":"AK20605","price":45.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/ak20605_the-sense-of-taste-and-flavours_v1_1.jpg?v=1768371215","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/the-sense-of-taste-and-flavours","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}