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A child’s innate curiosity ignores curricular boundaries.
Display shelves and well-planned stations will keep your areas of discovery, experiment and measurement orderly and functional. And facilitate opportunities for expression and engagement with arts and crafts or dramatic play materials.
Use the filters to discover furniture, resources and even outdoor opportunities for STEAM.
Science
Equipped with his five senses, man explores the universe around him and calls the adventure Science.
- Edwin P. Hubble, Astronomer (1889-1953)
Hubble reminds us that structured experiment is just one mode of scientific discovery. Careful observation and joyous exploration is just as important for discovery and comprehension.
Good tools can encourage a variety of modes of observation:
- Magnifying glasses
- Telescopes,
- Microscopes
- Window boxes or cases.
And to measure and record:
- Measuring tape
- Timers
- Rulers
Technology
Something does not have to have a screen, lights or even be powered by electricity to be technology. It doesn’t even have to be new.
Technology encompasses tools and how to use them well to accomplish a purpose or to make something. By the time the time our children are in the work world powered technology, computer systems, operating systems will probably be completely different from what we use today.
Levers, incline planes, wings, projectiles, structures etc. etc. powered by water, air… a child’s energy and boundless imagination – these are the technologies that are always in every aspect of human life.
Engineering
Plan, build or make, try, fix, try again.
That’s the essence of engineering. Lots of opportunities to try build and shape but plenty of ways to try again too when things don’t work out the way we’d hoped.
Math
The early years are a wonderful time to be leading children in math discovery.
- Using shapes to build other shapes
- Estimating distances before making things fly, roll, slide or drop
- Counting, grouping combining and repeating numbers and series
- Creating patterns with pictures or objects
- Measuring distance, time, power and mass
- Representing and abstracting numbers and operations with a variety of objects
STEM - EY

Agate Light Table Slices - Set of 12
$49.99
These quality agate slices enable children to see the layers caused by formation. These colourful and textured slices work great with a light table. Dimensions Slices measure about 4cm (1-1/2") wide

Sensory Play Animals
$54.99
These wonderfully crafted stone sculptures will charm your youngest learners with their tactile nature and are ideal for sensory play. The set includes eight figures – bear, owl, bird, whale, fish, elephant, mouse and rabbit. Measures between 2½-8 cm (1-3") high. Ages 2+.

Natural Tree Baby Blocks - Set of 12
$45.99
Allow children to explore nature from the comfort and safety of the classroom with this set of wooden blocks. Natural texture of the blocks reflects the texture of real trees. Includes an eco-friendly cotton storage bag. Ages 18 months+.

Tree Blocks - Set of 36
$99.99
Tree Blocks® uses materials which are of the lowest environmental impact as possible and uses only non-toxic, child-safe finishes. This set of mainly barked blocks comes in a fabric bag. Blocks are precision cut into specific lengths. Please note that the planks are NOT barked (usually one or two rectangular pieces in a set). Helps with early ...

Mystery Sensory Balls - Set of 6
$89.99
Set of reflective mirror balls with individual characteristics. Some wobble when rolled, or won’t roll in a straight line. Some feel funny when twisted, spun or shaken, and others make different shaker or rattle sounds. Made from stainless steel, but are lightweight, smooth and tactile to handle. Ages 1+.

Career Figures - Set of 12
$59.99
These 13 cm (5") authentic-looking figures depict various modern careers without gender or ethnic bias. Set of 12 freestanding solid vinyl figures made for years of play.

Kinetic Sand
$27.99
Kinetic Sand - the sand that breathes motion. Easy-to-shape sand that moulds into simple desktop designs. Playing with Kinetic Sand is a magical and mesmerising experience, giving a moment of relaxation for both young and old.Sand play stimulates and develops children’s fine motor and creative playing skills. Kinetic Sand is the perfect material...

Sumblox Educational Set
$389.99
For budding makers and mathematicians alike, SumBlox are an ingenious way to explore the foundations of mathematics in 3 dimensions. Sumblox are a hands-on transition from concrete to semi-concrete mathematical thinking. Carefully manufactured from natural wood they're an ideal addition to any learning environment from pre-school to middle-schoo...

LKG Sleeveless Apron Value Pack of 10
$79.99
Buy this bulk pack of 10 and save! These 61 cm (24") washable, sleeveless aprons come in assorted colours for both boys and girls. Features Front and back coverage to protect against all messes Hook and loop closure instead of apron strings for easy dressing and removal Sleeveless to accommodate a wide range of children’s heights and sizes Wate...

Rainbow Scarves
$59.99
Let the children's imagination and creativity run wild when they play with these colourful scarves. Made of 100% nylon. Colours may vary. Dimensions Set of 12 91cm (36ƒ??) square Set of 6 69cm (27ƒ??) square

All About Me Family Counters - Set of 72
$32.99
Meet a real multi-tasking family of manipulatives! Help young children learn all about themselves and their families. Also great for counting, sorting and patterning. Set of 72 counters come in 6 different shapes and colours to represent the people and pets in families. Ages 3+. Dimensions Tallest Figure 6cm (2½") H

Giant Acrylic Glitter Stones
$26.99
Giant glitter stones in various shapes and colours. Includes 28 pieces. Measures approximately 2½-4½ cm (1" - 2").

What's Inside X-Rays
$34.99
Inspire your students to become palaeontologists or engage them in science exploration with beautifully illustrated, coated plastic, x-ray cards that reveal the skeletal systems of dinosaurs, animals and inside people, when placed over a light source. Along with the 16 cards in each set, a teacher's guide is also included. Ages 4+. Dimensions ...

Light Table Accessory Kit
$169.99
Introduce early math, science, and literacy concepts, as well as fine motor skills, in a fun and engaging way by utilizing included materials on your light table. Over 200 pieces with three sorting trays included for endless learning opportunities! Activity guide included. Use brilliant trays to explore sorting and graphing. Master challenging c...

Pattern Blocks - 250 Pieces
$15.99
Explore patterns, symmetry and problem solving with these sets of 250 standard size pattern blocks. Following abstract directions and diagrams to create patterns is a key part of coding. Dimensions Plastic 0.5cm (¼") thick Wooden 1cm (½") thick

Barkless Tree Blocks - Set of 36
$99.99
Tree Blocks® uses materials which are of the lowest environmental impact as possible and uses only non-toxic, child-safe finishes. Finely sanded blocks come stored in a cotton sack. Helps with early learning math and metric system. Dimensions 2cm, 4cm, 6cm, 8cm and 10cm L

Balance Bar With Mirror
$289.99
Infants will enjoy watching themselves in the mirror and pulling themselves up onto their feet with this set of 2 shatterproof acrylic mirrors and maple handrail. The rail is fixed to the wall between the mirrors. Mounting hardware not included. The three pieces together measure Dimensions Measures 122 cm W x 71 cm H (48" W x 28" H). 7.7kg (17lbs)

Shatterproof Wall Mirrors
$114.99
Safe, shatter resistant acrylic mirrors encourage curiosity while enhancing self-image and discovery. Mat sold separately. Dimensions Narrow - 30 cm x 120 cm (12" x 48") Wide - 60 cm x 120 cm (24" x 48")

Sensory Reflective Balls - Set of 4
$56.99
Made from hard wearing stainless steel, these beautiful smooth tactile balls are robustly constructed without being too heavy and therefore can be handled by young children with ease. They can be used indoors or out and provide a focal point for displays. Balls measure 6cm, 8cm, 10cm, and 15cm D¶(2.4", 3", 4", 6" D) .

Jewels
$37.99
Whether you use them for laying mandalas, a colour game or for sorting - these jewels are real treasures that sparkle and sparkle! Acrylic Jewels in 10 colours with a mirrored back. Ages 3+. Dimensions Small Jewels 1.8cm (0.7") D Large Jewels 3½cm (1.8") D