A great value set of transparent waffle blocks for building and construction. Connect the interlocking pieces to make creative designs. These mini waffle blocks are excellent for light boxes and sensory play as well as STEM activities, early maths and open ended play. Each of these transparent waffle blocks measures 5.5cm. They come in a range of vibrant, translucent colours. Fun to build with and easy to store away as they are supplied in a plastic container with a lid. Suitable for children and toddlers from the age of 18 months.
 
This item supports a STEM and a STEAM based curriculum. It encourages and develops the critical thinking, problem solving and innovative ideas that are important in STEM and STEAM based projects. This curriculum integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths and Art, and the resources need to be able to support these different fields as one integrated pedagogy. This is an open-ended and multi-layered resource which can be adapted to different skill and knowledge levels, and supports children to become confident and adaptable learners. Sensory play encourages children to learn, develop and grow whilst they have fun. Children are encouraged to explore, investigate and develop their ideas through sensory play. The use of open ended resources promote exploration and investigation in sensory play. Sensory play aids cognitive development, the more senses that are involved the better! Creativity and imagination is developed through new ways of thinking. Often social skilled are built through team work, and language and communication skills improve. Perseverance is developed as children keep exploring and investigating their surroundings. Children will become more confident and develop a stronger sense of identity through play. Play is an important part of early childhood. Play encourages children to learn, develop and grow whilst they have fun.