Sea and Ocean Set 11PK

Dive into the depths of the ocean with our Sea and Ocean Set! This 11-piece set brings the wonders of the deep blue sea right to your small world or water play area. Perfectly scaled for easy handling, these larger-than-life ocean creatures, ranging from majestic whales to playful dolphins, offer a fun and hands-on way for children to investigate marine life. These realistic, high-quality animals are ideal for sensory investigation, imaginative play, and even early environmental education. Whether added to your water play setup or used with fabrics and loose parts, these sea creatures bring endless possibilities for storytelling and role play. Watch as children create underwater ventures, learning about the diverse creatures that live beneath the waves. Great for promoting an interest in science, marine biology, and conservation, this set also supports language development as children learn new vocabulary related to ocean life. These creatures are a fantastic extension to any small world setup, helping children develop fine motor skills as they handle the figures, and enhancing their understanding of ecosystems and the natural world. Perfect for EYFS and primary settings, our Sea and Ocean Set will have children swimming in a sea of creativity and knowledge. Features Set Size: 11-piece set of sea and ocean animals, including a variety of marine creatures. Design: Realistic, highly detailed animals, designed to resemble real-life ocean creatures like whales, dolphins, and sharks. Colours: Vibrant, lifelike colours to reflect real marine life, with shades of blue, grey, and red. Weight: Light enough for young children to handle easily, promoting independent play and exploration. Flexibility: Can be used in water play, small world setups, or with loose parts and fabric for more immersive play. Benefits Marine Life Awareness: Helps children learn about various ocean creatures, their habitats, and the importance of marine ecosystems, fostering early environmental education. Imaginative Play: Encourages creative storytelling and role-play, allowing children to invent underwater adventures and scenarios, which enhances language development and communication skills. Fine Motor Skills: Handling the different animals helps develop fine motor skills as children grip, move, and arrange the figures, strengthening hand-eye coordination. Sensory Exploration: Using the animals in water play or with loose parts supports sensory investigation, promoting tactile exploration and encouraging curiosity about textures and materials. Scientific Inquiry: Supports early STEM / STEAM learning by introducing children to concepts like classification, biological diversity, and ecosystems in a fun, engaging way. Vocabulary Development: Through play, children learn new terms related to marine biology, such as "whale," "shark," "dolphin," and "ocean," helping expand their vocabulary and knowledge of the natural world.