This set of 27 sturdy outdoor wooden blocks is made from European pine and pretreated with NEXGEN outdoor wood treatment, offering protection against fire, mould, mildew, and insects. Designed for outdoor use, these blocks provide a durable and versatile construction resource for open-ended play.
These outdoor blocks function as excellent loose parts, encouraging creative thinking, problem-solving, and invention. Without predefined uses or instructions, they allow children to experiment freely, integrating them into various activities. Whether built into structures, balanced, lined up, or combined with other resources, the possibilities for exploration and discovery are endless. These blocks support dramatic play, mathematics, science, physics, pattern-making, sorting, engineering, language, and communication, making them an essential tool for STEM and STEAM learning.
Through open-ended play, children can explore texture, colour, weight, line, and shape while developing a deeper understanding of the world. These resources encourage independent problem-solving and collaboration, allowing children to experiment, redesign, and create in a way that supports both individual and group learning. By integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Art, these blocks align with STEM and STEAM curricula, helping children develop perseverance, logical thinking, and creativity.
Educational Benefits
Encourages creativity and open-ended play – Supports innovation, experimentation, and self-directed learning.
Develops problem-solving skills – Enhances logical thinking through hands-on exploration.
Strengthens fine and gross motor skills – Improves coordination through lifting, stacking, and balancing blocks.
Supports STEM and STEAM learning – Integrates key concepts in science, engineering, and mathematics through active play.
Classroom Ideas
Outdoor engineering projects – Encourage children to design and build structures using loose parts.
Sensory exploration – Use blocks for texture and weight comparison, fostering scientific inquiry.
Collaborative problem-solving – Challenge children to construct sturdy towers or bridges together.
Role-play and storytelling – Integrate blocks into dramatic play, allowing children to create imaginative settings.
Safety & Information
Age suitability: 3+ years
Includes: 27 wooden blocks in various sizes
Material: European pine with NEXGEN outdoor wood treatment
Protection: Resistant to fire, mould, mildew, and insects
Educational use: Supports STEM and STEAM-based learning
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