Winter is the perfect season to ignite curiosity about the icy worlds of the Arctic and Antarctica in our young explorers. From understanding animal habitats to developing imaginative storytelling skills, our polar-themed resources are designed to make learning fun and tactile. Take a closer look at three of our exciting products that will bring the magic of these frosty landscapes to life, along with some creative ways to use them in your learning environment.
Let’s Investigate Polar Footprints
Let the footprints lead the way! This set of 8 polar animal footprint stones introduces children to the fascinating creatures of the Arctic and Antarctica. Featuring animals like the polar bear, reindeer, wolf, musk ox, and more, these stones are perfect for hands-on exploration.
Key Benefits:
- Builds vocabulary and knowledge of polar habitats.
- Encourages sensory play and fine motor development.
- Durable design ensures they can be used in various settings—indoors or outdoors.
Ways to Use:
- Creative Trail Making: Children can press these stones into sand, snow, clay, or dough to create footprint trails. Add storytelling by imagining where the animals are headed and why!
- Habitat Exploration: Discuss where each animal lives and how they adapt to their environment.
- Matching Games: Use the raised footprints to create games where children match the print to the correct animal.
Play Igloo
Transform any play area into a winter wonderland with this whimsical igloo play prop. Perfect for Arctic and polar-themed setups, this resource invites children to dive into imaginative play.
Key Benefits:
- Sparks creativity and storytelling through small-world setups.
- Durable enough for use in various substrates like water, sand, or mud.
- Encourages collaborative play and social interaction.
Ways to Use:
- Polar Adventure Scenes: Pair with polar animals, play snow, and toy figures to build detailed icy landscapes.
- Sensory Exploration: Place the igloo in a tray of snow or water beads to create a tactile, immersive experience.
- Storytelling Prompts: Ask children to come up with stories about who lives in the igloo and what adventures they might have.
Little Lands-Polar
Bring the frosty wilds of the Arctic to life with this set of 8 tactile polar animal figures. Featuring creatures like the arctic fox, walrus, and penguin, these figures are ideal for imaginative play and habitat exploration.
Key Benefits:
- Enhances imaginative play and storytelling.
- Encourages children to learn about animal characteristics and behaviors.
- Made from a durable stone and resin mix for versatile use in any play setting.
Ways to Use:
- Habitat Building: Combine with natural materials like stones, twigs, and snow to build realistic polar habitats.
- Water Play: Introduce animals into icy water play for a sensory-rich experience.
- Sorting and Classification: Group the animals by Arctic and Antarctic species and discuss their unique traits.
Why These Resources Are Perfect for Young Learners
Children learn best through hands-on, sensory experiences. These polar-themed products encourage exploration, critical thinking, and imaginative play while fostering a love for the natural world. Whether you’re teaching about ecosystems, engaging in storytelling, or simply encouraging sensory play, these durable, versatile resources make learning both fun and educational.
Enter Our Giveaway!
We’re excited to announce that we’re currently giving away these 3 resources to one lucky winner over on our Instagram account. Head over to our Instagram page @kcsearlyyears before midnight on Sunday 26th January 2025 to enter.
