{"product_id":"sensory-play-stones-leaves","title":"Sensory Play Stones – Leaves","description":"\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspire curiosity about the natural world with the \u003cstrong\u003eSensory Play Stones – Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e. This beautiful set of 12 tactile leaves encourages children to explore, investigate, and learn through hands-on sensory play. Featuring realistic details and seasonal tones, these durable leaf stones allow children to see, feel, compare, and create while developing an appreciation for nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for outdoor learning, discovery activities, sensory trays, and imaginative play, these versatile stones can be used in water, soil, mud, sand, and playdough. Children will enjoy making leaf imprints, creating woodland scenes, taking crayon rubbings, and sorting the leaves by shape, texture, and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet of 12 realistic leaf stones in beautiful seasonal tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes six matching pairs for sorting, matching, and classification activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures leaves from apple, beech, cherry, maple, oak, and silver birch trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports outdoor learning and nature-based exploration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed textures can be both seen and felt for rich sensory experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for making impressions in playdough, clay, sand, and mud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages observational skills and scientific enquiry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps develop descriptive language and vocabulary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable enough for use in water, soil, mud, and outdoor environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to clean after messy play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for individual, small group, and classroom activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 Stones (6 matching pairs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apple, Beech, Cherry, Maple, Oak, and Silver Birch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable Stone Mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Suitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 55–85mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180mm x 130mm x 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seasonal natural tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits for All Learners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupports Early Learning and Discovery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tactile leaf stones encourage children to investigate shapes, textures, patterns, and natural features. They support early science learning, observation skills, classification, and language development through hands-on exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInclusive and SEN-Friendly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe textured surfaces provide valuable tactile feedback, making them particularly engaging for children who benefit from sensory learning opportunities. Their durable, easy-to-handle design makes them accessible to a wide range of learners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEncourages Communication and Vocabulary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy comparing leaves, describing textures, and discussing similarities and differences, children naturally develop descriptive language and communication skills while exploring the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInspires Imaginative Play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren can use the stones to create woodland small-world scenes, nature investigations, storytelling activities, and outdoor adventures that spark imagination and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Learning SPACE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSensory Play Stones – Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e are a wonderful way to bring nature into everyday learning. 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