Get ready to turn your classroom or outdoor learning space into a hub of engineering brilliance! The STEM Planks and Ramps are here to inspire budding builders, movers, and shakers. These versatile planks are perfect for encouraging STEM-based thinking through trial and error, creative problem-solving, and collaborative play. Whether your learners are working on rolling felt balls down the grooves, balancing objects on the planks, or experimenting with incline angles, this resource makes physics feel like a playground.

Perfect for pairing with climbing frames or a Pikler Triangle (available separately), these ramps are built to spark curiosity and teamwork. Set them up as crawl ramps for a gross-motor workout or use them to create obstacle courses that will have everyones brains and bodies engaged. With sturdy indents running along the surface, learners can explore how objects move, discover the importance of friction, and test their own hypotheses about speed and motion.

At L97cm x W30cm, theyre big enough for serious experiments but compact enough to store without needing a crane. If you’re looking for an activity that blends fun, learning, and a healthy dose of problem-solving, these planks are a match made in STEM heaven!

Features

• Robust wooden design: Crafted from strong, high-quality wood, these planks are made to endure the rigours of active EYFS settings, offering years of dependable use.
• Generous dimensions: Measuring 97cm in length and 30cm in width, they provide a spacious and stable platform for rolling, balancing, and creative exploration.
• Indented grooves for exploration: The thoughtfully carved indents guide marbles, cars, and other objects, turning the planks into a mini physics lab for hands-on learning.
• Versatility in play: Ideal for use as crawl ramps, slides, or part of obstacle courses, especially when paired with climbing frames or a Pikler Triangle (available separately).
• Outdoor-friendly with care: Suitable for indoor and outdoor usejust remember to give them a quick treatment every six months if theyre stationed outside.

Benefits

• Inspires STEM exploration: Learners will naturally explore scientific concepts like motion, gravity, and friction as they test, build, and observe their experiments.
• Encourages collaboration and communication: Setting up ramps and experimenting together builds teamwork skills, making it perfect for group activities in EYFS settings.
• Supports physical development: Crawling, balancing, and engaging with the planks helps develop gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and body control in a fun and interactive way.
• Promotes problem-solving: The hands-on nature of this resource fosters critical thinking and resilience as learners figure out how to adjust their designs to achieve their goals.
• Adaptable for diverse activities: Whether used in a classroom, nursery, or outdoor educational space, the planks can be incorporated into a wide range of lessons and play scenarios.