Tinkering Crate

Bring out the budding engineers and inventors in your EYFS setting with the Tinkering Crate-a fantastic collection of 60 tinkering blocks complete with real nuts and bolts. This versatile set is perfect for developing fine motor skills while encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and collaborative play. Whether learners are creating intricate designs or mastering the mechanics of bolts and spanners, this crate is bound to keep hands and minds busy (and happy!). Perfect for your finger gym or as part of your continuous provision, the Tinkering Crate sparks endless opportunities for exploration. Combine it with (available separately) for extended building fun or use it alongside to challenge learners to push their creativity to the next level. Why not use a (available separately) to showcase their masterpieces in a proud and celebratory way? Made with a rustic charm, this resource offers a tactile, hands-on approach to learning. Learners will adore experimenting with these building resources, twisting and turning bolts to bring their imaginative structures to life. Ideal for both independent exploration and teamwork challenges, this crate supports the kind of open-ended play that's central to early learning. Durable and practical, the Tinkering Crate is a classroom must-have for fostering curiosity, confidence, and essential STEM skills. Features Complete set of 60 tinkering blocks with nuts and bolts: This extensive set equips learners with all the essentials to create imaginative structures and explore construction concepts. Each piece is designed for hands-on use, fostering engagement and skill-building opportunities for curious learners. Durable and rustic design: Built to endure active exploration, this set features a robust, natural aesthetic that aligns with early years settings. The tactile materials ensure long-lasting use while maintaining a charming, eco-friendly appeal for any classroom. Supports fine motor skill development: Learners can practice threading nuts, tightening bolts, and connecting blocks, all while improving precision and coordination. These activities are ideal for enhancing dexterity and strengthening hand muscles in a purposeful, enjoyable way. Compact and versatile crate for storage: The sturdy crate keeps all 60 blocks and accessories neatly organised, reducing classroom clutter. Its portability also allows for easy movement between learning zones, ensuring tinkering fun is always within reach. Benefits Encourages STEM learning: This kit introduces learners to fundamental engineering principles, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation. It's a hands-on gateway to STEM education, ideal for sparking curiosity in construction and mechanics. Supports collaborative and independent play: Whether learners are teaming up to build structures or working solo on unique designs, this resource promotes social interaction, teamwork, and individual creativity, catering to various classroom dynamics. Boosts confidence and perseverance: Completing a structure or solving a tricky assembly challenge provides learners with a sense of accomplishment. These experiences nurture resilience, self-confidence, and a love for tackling new tasks head-on. Celebrates achievements: Creations can take centre stage on a grass stage or platform (available separately), giving learners the opportunity to display their work proudly. This builds self-esteem and highlights the value of their efforts and creativity.