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Aboriginal Animal Peg Sorting Puzzle Kit - 8 Puzzles
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Aboriginal Animal Peg Sorting Puzzle Kit – 8 Puzzles
The Aboriginal Animal Peg Sorting Puzzle Kit is a stunning collection of eight wooden peg puzzles, featuring authentic Aboriginal artwork by Leanne Watson Redpath. Designed to promote sorting, size recognition, and problem-solving skills, this set introduces children to a variety of Australian animals while fostering an appreciation for Indigenous art and storytelling.
Each puzzle consists of five sturdy wooden pieces, designed with rounded pegs for easy grip, making them ideal for young learners developing fine motor skills. The animals range from small to large, allowing children to sort and sequence them in order while matching the pieces to the corresponding image beneath. The beautifully illustrated animals include the emu, kangaroo, turtle, black cockatoo, koala, platypus, frog, and native bee, helping children to explore Australian wildlife and Indigenous artistic traditions in a meaningful way.
Educational Benefits
- Fine Motor & Hand-Eye Coordination – Encourages grasping, placing, and manipulating pieces for skill development.
- Sorting & Size Recognition – Helps children understand size variations and spatial awareness.
- Cultural Awareness & Artistic Expression – Introduces Indigenous artwork and storytelling traditions through play.
- Cognitive & Problem-Solving Skills – Enhances visual matching, logical thinking, and sequencing abilities.
Classroom Ideas
- Sorting & Size Order Game – Have children arrange the puzzle pieces from smallest to largest.
- Animal Habitat Discussion – Encourage a conversation about where each animal lives and its role in nature.
- Indigenous Art & Culture Exploration – Introduce students to the artist and Aboriginal symbolism in art.
- Group Collaboration Activity – Promote teamwork by having children take turns matching the pieces.
Specifications & Details
- Ages: Suitable for children aged 2+ years.
- Contents: Includes eight wooden animal peg puzzles, each with five pieces.
- Material: Made from durable wood with rounded pegs for easy handling.
- Learning Focus: Supports fine motor development, problem-solving, and cultural appreciation.
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.
- NEVER open more than one drawer at a time.
- ALWAYS place heavy items down low.
