Shape Building Blocks the ultimate resource for young architects and engineers!

This carefully curated set features a vibrant mix of mini planks, rectangles, squares, and triangles, offering endless construction options. Children can start crafting their roads, houses, bridges and story-telling prompters. Each piece is durable enough to tackle even the boldest engineering challenges, introducing early mathematical, construction and problem-solving concepts like symmetry and balance while building intricate structures.

They will start to figure out how to connect pathways with colourful boulders (available separately) to sprawling wooden landscapes filled with various wooden trees. From crafting sturdy bridges for peg people to designing enchanting cottages for fairy dolls, these slim hollow blocks bring endless possibilities to the table. Perfect for classroom and outdoor adventures, this versatile set inspires imaginative play while developing essential skills like spatial awareness and problem-solvingall wrapped up in fun!

These blocks also shine when paired with complementary resources like our medium furniture set or tinkering natural resources (available separately). Add a few wooden trees for natural charm, or use tiny logs to build imaginative pathways for a woodland adventure. The possibilities are as limitless as the learners creativity.

Made from sustainably sourced materials, this block set is built to inspire play for years to come. Whether stacking, balancing, or storytelling, the Shape Building Blocks provides a foundation for exciting learning opportunities in any EYFS setting. Easy to adapt to various themes, activities, and learning goals, theyre a must-have addition to your resource collection. So, what will your learners build todaya bridge, a castle, or a mathematical masterpiece? Let the adventures begin!

Features

• 15-piece set with diverse shapes: Includes 3 mini planks, 3 large rectangles, 3 medium square, 2 small rectangles, 1 large triangles, 2 medium triangles, and 1 small triangles for endless construction possibilities.
• Durable and lightweight design: Crafted with slim hollow wooden shapes, these blocks are sturdy enough for stacking and building yet light enough for easy handling by learners.
• Ideal dimensions for versatile play: Large rectangle 20 x 40cm, small rectangle 10 x 40cm, square 20 x 20cm, triangles up to 30 x 40cm, and planks 7 x 60cm.
• Pairs beautifully with small-world resources: Combine with peg people, wooden trees, colourful boulders, and fairy dolls to enhance imaginative play and storytelling.
• Sustainably sourced materials: Made from eco-friendly wood, these blocks are designed to withstand active play while maintaining their natural charm.

Benefits

• Promotes mathematical thinking: Supports learners understanding of shapes, patterns, and spatial awareness while engaging in hands-on construction and problem-solving activities.
• Encourages creative play: Build houses, roads, and castles, or pair with small-world play items liketiny logs and tinkering natural resourcesto inspire imaginative scenarios.
• Enhances physical coordination: Stacking and balancing blocks helps refine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and precision, fostering greater physical control.
• Supports collaborative learning: Encourages teamwork as learners plan and build structures together, developing communication and cooperation skills.
• Adaptable for diverse activities: From construction projects to role-playing games, these blocks can be incorporated into various EYFS activities to enhance both play and learning.