Wooden Fruit Crate - 9 Pieces

The Wooden Fruit Crate is an engaging and educational set designed to teach children about healthy eating and the importance of maintaining a balanced diet. This set features a variety of fruit, including apple, melon, kiwi, and banana, all presented in a sturdy wooden crate. The crate measures 18cm wide x 14.5cm deep x 5cm high, making it compact and easy for little hands to manage. The banana measures 11cm long, the apple is 5cm high, and the pear is 7.5cm high, offering a realistic, hands-on experience. This set is ideal for children introducing them to different types of fruit and encouraging imaginative play.

Roleplay with this fruit set helps children develop essential language and communication skills, while also promoting creativity, imagination, and social development. As children engage in dramatic play, they gain confidence, build a sense of identity, and learn to cooperate with others. This set also supports emotional growth and the development of social skills such as sharing and negotiation.

Educational Benefits:

• Enhances vocabulary and communication skills through food-related roleplay.
• Encourages healthy eating habits and introduces children to various fruits.
• Fosters social and emotional development by encouraging cooperation and imaginative play.

Classroom & Play Ideas:

• Set up a pretend fruit market where children can "sell" and "buy" different types of fruit.
• Organise a œfruit tasting session where children identify and discuss the different fruits in the set.
• Use the fruit crate in a story time activity where children create their own stories based around the fruits.

Ages:
Suitable for children aged 18 months and older.