Discover endless creative possibilities with the Rainbow Eco Play Naturals – Shells & Urchins collection. Perfect for arts and crafts, sensory exploration and early years learning, these beautifully natural materials bring the wonder of the seaside straight into your playroom, classroom or craft table. Smooth, tactile and visually appealing, they inspire curiosity, creativity and imaginative play for children of all ages.

Whether you're designing nature‑themed crafts, enhancing small world scenes or adding interest to sensory and ‘messy’ play, this eco‑friendly range is ideal for open‑ended discovery. Naturally sourced and minimally processed, these shells, urchins and starfish have minimal‑to‑no environmental impact, making them a mindful choice for creative learning environments.

Available in a variety of sets and sizes, they invite children to touch, explore, sort, classify and create, supporting fine motor skills, sensory processing and imaginative thinking.

Features

• Endless creative potential: Perfect for crafting, collage, nature art, small world setups and open‑ended play.
• Beautiful tactile materials: Smooth shells, textured urchins and starfish encourage hands‑on exploration.
• Supports sensory & ‘messy’ play: Ideal for tuff trays, beach‑themed play and sensory invitations to explore.
• Promotes development: Encourages language, creativity, fine motor skills, sorting and imaginative thinking.
• Environmentally friendly: Naturally occurring materials with minimal environmental impact.
• Variety of options: Choose the set that best suits your project, learning theme or craft activity.

Specifications

Available Options:

• Mixed Shells – 1.3 kg
• Natural White Shells – 1.3 kg
• Large White Scallop Shells – 10–12 cm, Pack of 15
• Large Exotic Shells – Pack of 10
• Urchins Set – Pack of 12
• Starfish Set – Pack of 12

Material: Natural shells & sea life specimens
Colour: Natural variations
Use: Crafting, sensory play, small world setups, nature-themed learning

Benefits for All Learners

• Supports sensory development: Varied textures encourage tactile exploration and sensory regulation.
• Inclusive and open-ended: Suitable for children with and without SEN, supporting hands-on discovery and calm play.
• Encourages creativity: Perfect for building imaginative worlds, crafting and nature-inspired art.
• Promotes learning and curiosity: Ideal for sorting, comparing, classifying and exploring natural forms.
• Great for fine motor skills: Handling, picking up and placing shells helps strengthen finger muscles.

Why Buy from Learning SPACE?

Natural, inspiring and perfect for creative exploration, Rainbow Eco Play Naturals bring the beauty of nature right into your learning environment.
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