Wooden Enchanted Figures Set of 10

This enchanting set of 10 figures brings to life beloved characters from traditional fairy tales, including a King, Queen, Witch, Wizard, Fairy, Knight, Dragon, Unicorn, Frog Prince, and Ogre. Each character is crafted from solid beechwood and features intricate faux leather detailing in a variety of bright colours, making them both visually appealing and fun to play with. The set is ideal for inspiring storytelling, using descriptive language, and encouraging imaginative play, while also promoting the development of fine motor skills. A cotton drawstring storage bag is included, keeping the figures neatly packed and easy to store.

These figures are perfect for children aged 3+ years and offer endless opportunities for creative, engaging play. They support various areas of learning including expressive arts and design (imaginative play), and communication and language (descriptive language). Children can use the figures to act out stories, explore different characters, and create their own fairy tales, allowing them to develop a wide range of skills while having fun.

Educational Benefits:

• Enhances Motor Skills: Handling and manipulating the figures helps children develop fine motor skills through grasping and positioning.
• Promotes Imaginative Play: The detailed characters inspire creative scenarios, encouraging children to build their own stories and engage in role-playing.
• Supports Descriptive Language: Children can use the figures to describe characters, actions, and settings, fostering language development and communication skills.
• Encourages Social Interaction: Through shared play, children can practice turn-taking, cooperation, and storytelling with peers.
• Stimulates Cognitive Development: The variety of characters and their roles in stories allow children to explore different scenarios and develop problem-solving skills.

Classroom Ideas:

• Storytelling Time: Use the figures during circle time or individual play to help children retell fairy tales or invent their own, incorporating descriptive language and character interaction.
• Creative Role-Playing: Set up a œfairy tale world in the classroom where children can act out different scenarios and practice character roles like the brave knight, wise wizard, or mischievous ogre.
• Language Development: Encourage children to use the characters to describe their actions, settings, and emotions, expanding their vocabulary and communication skills.
• Art and Craft Projects: After a day of imaginative play, children can draw or paint their favourite characters, enhancing their expressive arts and design skills.
• Collaborative Story Creation: Have children work in groups to create their own fairy tales, assigning characters to each child and collaborating on a group story.

Size:

• Dragon: 14(L) cm
• Frog: 5.5(L) cm

Ages: 3+ years