Make early literacy learning fun and hands-on with the Playfoam® Sand ABC Cookies Set. This engaging educational activity combines tactile sensory play with alphabet learning, helping children develop letter recognition, early phonics skills, and fine motor control while creating colourful pretend cookies.
Using the included rolling pin, cookie cutter, and letter stamps, children can flatten, shape, and decorate Playfoam® Sand cookies while exploring the letters of the alphabet. Each letter stamp includes a picture of an object that begins with the corresponding letter sound, helping children make important connections between letters and sounds.
The unique texture of Playfoam® Sand feels like moulding clay when shaped and dry sand when squeezed, sifted, and explored, making it a fantastic sensory learning resource for home, nurseries, classrooms, and early years settings.
Features
- Educational sensory play set for learning the alphabet
- Encourages letter recognition and early phonics skills
- Includes 26 alphabet stamps with matching letter-sound pictures
- Squash, shape, roll, and mould colourful Playfoam® Sand
- Supports fine motor skill development
- Encourages hands-on, multi-sensory learning
- Ideal for preschool and early years activities
- Reusable Playfoam® Sand for endless play
- Perfect for home learning, nurseries, and classrooms
- Helps develop pre-writing skills through stamping and tracing activities
What's Included?
- 2 Colours of Playfoam® Sand
- Cookie Cutter
- Rolling Pin
- Spatula
- 26 Letter Stamps
Each letter stamp features an image of an object that begins with that letter sound, supporting early phonics development.
How to Play
- Roll out the Playfoam® Sand using the included roller.
- Use the cookie cutter to create cookie shapes.
- Choose a letter stamp and press it into the Playfoam® Sand.
- Explore the matching picture and letter sound.
- Create alphabet cookies and practise recognising letters through play.
Benefits for Children
Supports Early Literacy Skills
Children learn letter shapes, alphabet recognition, and beginning phonics sounds in a fun, engaging, hands-on way.
Develops Fine Motor Skills
Rolling, stamping, pressing, and shaping activities help strengthen hand muscles and improve dexterity, preparing children for handwriting and everyday tasks.
Encourages Sensory Exploration
The unique texture of Playfoam® Sand provides a satisfying tactile experience that supports sensory development and creative exploration.
Builds Confidence Through Play
Children can experiment, create, and learn at their own pace, helping to develop confidence and a positive attitude towards early literacy learning.
Specifications
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Product: Playfoam® Sand ABC Cookies Set
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Age Recommendation: 3+ Years
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Contents: 2 Colours of Playfoam® Sand, Cookie Cutter, Roller, Spatula, and 26 Letter Stamps
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Learning Focus: Alphabet Recognition, Phonics, Fine Motor Skills, Sensory Play
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Reusable: Yes
Important Information
Please Note:
- Playfoam® Sand may transfer colour to some surfaces.
- Cover play surfaces or test surfaces before use.
Safety Information
Warning!
- Choking hazard due to small parts.
- Not suitable for children under 3 years.
Why Buy from Learning SPACE?
At Learning SPACE, we carefully select educational and sensory resources that support learning through play. The Playfoam® Sand ABC Cookies Set combines early literacy, sensory exploration, and fine motor development in one fun and engaging activity that children will return to again and again.
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