The Multi-Sensory Tray & Board with Salt by Akros is a large-format educational tool designed to support early writing readiness, creativity, and sensory exploration in children aged 3 to 6 years. Inspired by Montessori methodology, this resource harnesses the power of touch and kinesthetic learning to introduce foundational concepts such as shape formation, pattern recognition, numbers, and letters.
The generous size of the tray makes it ideal for individual exploration or collaborative group activities. Children can draw in the salt using their fingers or tools, encouraging sensory engagement while refining fine motor control and hand-eye coordination. The reversible board included in the set features a chalkboard on one side and a whiteboard on the other, offering multiple surfaces for mark-making and learning. This open-ended resource invites curiosity and creativity, while the salt offers a safe and tactile medium for free expression. It is especially well-suited to inclusive learning environments, supporting children with additional needs by offering calming, hands-on learning experiences.
Set includes:
1 wooden tray
1 reversible chalkboard/whiteboard
3 chalks and 1 eraser
1 felt-tip pen
3 bags of salt (0.4 kg each)
1 salt smoother
Educational Benefits:
Develops fine motor strength and control essential for pre-writing and daily tasks.
Enhances hand-eye coordination through tactile exploration and mark-making.
Builds early literacy and numeracy skills by tracing shapes, letters, and numbers.
Encourages cooperative learning and creativity in group or individual settings.
Supports sensory processing and attention through kinesthetic engagement.
Classroom Ideas:
Collaborative Creation: Invite small groups to co-create figures, shapes, or stories using the tray.
Letter Practice: Use the board and tray together to practise forming alphabet letters or numbers in different formats.
Sensory Stations: Set up the tray as part of a sensory rotation to support regulation and calm focus.
Free Expression: Allow children to experiment and explore with no set outcome to encourage creativity and confidence.
Thematic Learning: Tie drawing activities to class themes (e.g. animals, seasons) to reinforce content in a multi-sensory way.
Safety & Information:
Recommended age: 3–6 years
Tray size: 59 (L) x 40.2 (H) x 3 (W) cm (approx.)
Salt details: White, odourless, particle size 0.12–0.60 mm, composed of sodium chloride and anti-caking agent.
Made from durable, non-toxic materials suitable for classroom use
This furniture has a risk of falling over. Wall anchors should be used when an
item has a warning tip over label.
Children have died from furniture tipover.
ALWAYS secure this furniture with an anchor device.
NEVER allow children to stand, climb or hang on drawers, doors, or shelves.
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