preschool

Made from lime wood, finished with non-toxic water based color stain.

13.5cmL. Birth+.

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Learn the letters of the alphabet in this fun lotto game!

Choose which side of the board you play on and try and be the first player to find all the cards that match the letters or pictures on your lotto board. There are 4 different ways to play: matching picture to picture, letter to picture, picture to letter or letter to letter. The different play styles develop with children's ability, from a simple picture matching lotto to more complex picture to letter matching - requiring children to think about the spelling of different words.

Children are encouraged to sound out the letters or words as they create them, developing their skills in phonics as well as alphabet and spelling.

Chunky wipe clean pieces, perfect for little hands to hold. The game board is made from at least 80% recycled material.

2-5 players. 3-6yrs.

26 double-sided alphabet flashcards and an alphabet guide.

The cards feature an illustration of the word on one side and the letter of the alphabet on the other. There is one card for every letter of the alphabet. The flashcards include a wide range of simple and more complex words, from 'Ant' to 'Umbrella'.

Develops children's literacy skills, from learning the letters of the alphabet to using the picture side to learn first words. The cards also feature a handy alphabet guide to help teach children the order of the alphabet and shapes of letters.

Chunky wipe clean pieces, perfect for little hands to hold. Made from at least 80% recycled material.

3-7yrs.

Fill your tub with squeaky clean dinosaurs in this fun colour, counting and observation game!

Three ways to play! Spread the cards in the middle of the table, spin the spinner and race to find a dirty dino that matches by colour, type or both. Once everyone has a tub full of clean dinos, count the number of bubbles...the player with the most wins the game!

Chunky wipe clean pieces, perfect for little hands to hold. The game board is made from at least 80% recycled material.

2-4 players. 3-6yrs.

12 pieces. Made from lime wood, finished with non-toxic water based colour stain.

36cmL x 18cmH x 7cmW. Birth+.

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6 pieces. Made from lime wood, finished with non-toxic water based colour stain.

17cmL. 1yr+.

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Join Flit and his friends, Keri the kiwi and wise old Ruru, as they explore the night skies to work out how to capture a sparkling star. When the friends get lost, they follow the twinkling Matariki stars in the sky to find their way back home.

A heart-warming story about problem-solving with native NZ flora and fauna, and some insight into Matariki and counting in te reo Maori.

3-7yrs.

Set of 3, includes:
- Red Post Van
- Blue Mixer Truck
- Green Recycling Truck

Each vehicle has four rotating wheels, metal axles and lasered markings. The lasering creates a slight indentation in the wood, making the pieces tactile to provide a sensory discovery aspect.

Ideal for promoting discussion about work and communities, as well as encouraging the use of descriptive language in storytelling and developing fine motor skills.

Recycle truck measures 9cm x 6cm x 4.5cm. 1yr+.

Wooden scoop. 8cmL, 4.5cmW. 3yrs+.

Build, stack and find just the right balance with these organic round stones. Add to a silk scarf river, combine with our Waterwaves (SKU: GR10720), make a cave and create a stony landscape.

Pictured with our 12 Rainbow Friends (SKU: GR10581) and other pebbles, sold separately.

Made from lime wood with non-toxic water based colour stain. 4 pieces. 6cm-12cmD x 2.5cmH, 10cmH when stacked. 1yr+.

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22 piece set of Eco plastic vehicles. 8.5cm-15cmL. Dishwasher safe. 3yrs+.

Dantoy's Pastels range is made from recycled, sustainable raw materials that complies with the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals and expands the use of more climate-friendly resources in their products.   29.5cmL. Colours may vary. Dishwasher safe. 2yrs+.

A magical box to fit pieces through to collect, treasure or exchange. The Permanence Box is thought to form knowledge around the principle of permanence, but it is also a great addition to symbolic play all the way to fitting, classifying, colour-matching and endless more possibilities for you to discover!

Box measures 16cm x 12.5cm x 8.4cm. Birth+.

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15 pieces in a tray. Made from lime wood, finished with non-toxic water based colour stain and a plant based oil.

Tray measures 22cmL, houses measure 2cm-10cmW x 8cmH. Birth+.

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Metal, retractable tape measure.

Blue Marine Toys are made from recycled nets, trawls and ropes from the fishing and maritime industry. The colours in this range are inspired by the sand, sea and corals and shades may vary depending on recycled materials used at time of production.

6 pieces in a cotton net storage bag. Dishwasher safe. 2yrs+.

Dantoy BIO products are made from 100% renewable raw materials, they are 90% BIO based and 100% recyclable.

2 pieces, each measuring 15cmL x 12cmW. Comes in recycled cardboard gift box.

2yrs+.

Made from 75% recycled paper and 25% twigs. Perfect for collage. 125 x A5 sheets. 225gsm.

Small playsilks just right for little hands. Use as a blanket for dolls, to play peek-a-boo, in a pot to stir as soup, wave around to the music in dance class, wrap a little present and so much more!

100% natural and sustainable silk, coloured with non-toxic dyes. Hand wash only, hang dry and low iron.

52cmL x 52cmW. Birth+.

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In the garden, creeping along branches, hiding under stones or flitting from flower to flower, a whole universe of creatures is waiting to be discovered.

- Butterflies, moths, beetles, wasps, spiders what have you found in your backyard?
- Did you know that chorus cicadas live underground for most of their life?
- That bumblebees have smelly feet?
- That some species of stick insect are all female?

In this book, children and adults can learn to identify some of the creatures most commonly found in the backyard. Beautiful illustrations are accompanied by informative text and fascinating facts.

The book also introduces the magical transformations of complete and incomplete metamorphosis that insects undergo in their lifecycle. From the simply curious to the budding entomologist, New Zealands Backyard Beasts will please and inform all age groups about the fascinating creatures found in the back garden.

Paperback, 40 pages. Author: Ned Barraud.

This simple, yet sturdy instrument produces bright clapping sounds and is very easy to play. The castanet is often and most effectively played in pairs. Specially designed for children's hands and fingers to easily hold and play.

Exploration through percussion develops children's motor skills and rhythm.

Made from eco-friendly rubberwood. 5.5cmD. 3yrs+.

Wooden with horse hair bristles. 81cmL.

50 pieces, includes a giant poster.

An enchanting puzzle depicting an enchanted scene, magical unicorns, and charming woodland animals. Children will have fun piecing together the colourful puzzle as they try to spot all the mystical characters and animals.

Includes a learning guide which features different discussion points to talk about once the puzzle has been completed. This includes questions to encourage observation skills, develop counting skills and promote imaginative play. For example you could ask 'how many fairies can you see?' or 'where is the frog prince sitting?'.

Chunky wipe clean pieces, perfect for little hands to hold. Made from at least 80% recycled material.

4yrs+.

Anatomically correct vinyl body with jointed arms, legs and head. Fixed acrylic eyes. Comes with nappy. 24cmL.

When the tiny seed is blown away from its parent plant, it travels a very long way - over seas, deserts and mountains. The tiny seed survives the hazards of the journey and finally falls onto fertile earth. It grows and grows, becoming the tallest, biggest flower for miles around. Then one day the wind blows and thousands of the flower's seeds begin their own journeys.

What New Zealand child is not delighted by a rockpool at low tide, with its colourful, fascinating array of creatures, some still, some flitting about?

Rockpools is a book designed to enhance this experience, with each page presenting an intriguing glimpse into the creatures that inhabit these low-tide wonderlands. All of the common creatures from New Zealand seashore, including crabs, sea-anemones, starfish, barnacles and shrimps, and many more, feature in this book, which cannot help but delight and encourage children to interact with the natural world.

A stunningly illustrated guide to New Zealands rock pools.

29.5cm x 23cm. Paperback, 32 pages. Author: Ned Barraud.

5-10yrs.

Felt. 45cmL.

View care instructions for this product on our Papoose Brands page.

Waytoplay weatherproof rubber road roads are flexible and can be built on hard floors, windows, bathtubs, shower walls and over hills and sand dunes.

The perfect open ended toys that come without instructions or manuals and simply invite children to use their rich creativity and imagination. They're the perfect playmates for our other loose parts brands such as Just Blocks, Grimms and Grapat.

Made in the Netherlands and designed to last a lifetime. Practically indestructible, even for children! Waytoplay will serve as a trusty companion to your child's adventuring and imagination through the various stages of childhood. Complies with the highest Toy Test Standards including EN71.

This set contains 24 pieces including:
- 12 x curves
- 8 x straights
- 2 x intersections
- 2 x roundabouts

Straight pieces measure 22cmL, total length 3.7m. 2yrs+.

Spin the spinner, count the number of bubbles, and collect the matching cards on your fish board. But watch out! If you turn over a shark card, it will eat all of your fish and you'll have to start again!

The player with the most fish at the end of the game is the winner!

The excitement of this game is in the anticipation of turning over cards...will you turn over a shark card or collect more fish?! Children will also love the fun shell spinner.

Player boards and cards feature friendly sea creatures, including clown fish, starfish, crabs and puffer fish, and can be used to show children the different creatures that live underwater.

Develops number recognition and counting.

Chunky wipe clean pieces, perfect for little hands to hold. The game board is made from at least 80% recycled material.

2-4 players. 3yrs+.

Includes a cop, saucer and spoon. 3yrs+.

36 wooden pieces. 3.2cmH. 3yrs+.

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36 wooden pieces. 3.8cmH. 3yrs+.

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27 wooden pieces.

Includes:
- 3 x Nins
- 3 x Nins with hat
- 3 x Mates
- 9 x Rings
- 9 x Coins

Nins measure 6.5cmH, coins measure 4.8cmD. 1yr+.

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Set of 6 beech wood bowls in 6 colours.

6cmD. 18mths+.

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3 wooden figures. 3.7cm-6.5cmH. 18mths+.

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MMade from lime wood, finished with non-toxic water based colour stain. Pictured with our Natural Bridge (SKU: GR10684), sold separately. 10cmL. Birth+. Please note that we can only sell this product within NZ

New Zealand friends Pukeko, Kiwi and Hoiho are off to explore the stars. Join them as they perform actions and sing along to the waiata while they explore the 9 stars of Matariki.

Bilingual book includes:
- CD with two tracks in English and Maori
- Link to digital tracks
- Music scores

Made from beech wood and finished in natural waxes. 5.3cmH. Birth+. Please note that we can only sell this product within NZ.

Build, stack and find just the right balance with these organic round stones.

Combine with our other Pebbles (SKU: GR10057-GR10059 and GR10061), sold separately.

Made from lime wood with non-toxic water based colour stain. 4 pieces. 6cm-12cmD x 2.5cmH, 10cmH when stacked. 1yr+.

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Made from wood and felt. 5cmH.

Dancing Rainbow Hoop

Single smooth hardwood frame with inset transparent acrylic windows. A removable panel allows you to place small objects inside to observe or display. Collect natural materials and sensory objects, or explore colour and use for light table activities. Two screws on the removable panel keep objects securely in place until ready to be removed and replaced. 3yrs+.

Single smooth hardwood frame with inset transparent acrylic windows. A removable panel allows you to place small objects inside to observe or display. Collect natural materials and sensory objects, or explore colour and use for light table activities. Two screws on the removable panel keep objects securely in place until ready to be removed and replaced. 17.8cmL x 17.8cmW x 5cmH. 3yrs+.

6.5cmH. 10mths+.

Set of 7 wooden road signs. Designs are heat transferred onto the wood to ensure they are long lasting. Designs included in each set will vary. 7cmH. 3yrs+.

36 wooden pieces in 12 colours. 3cmD. 3yrs+.

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Dantoy BIO products are made from 100% renewable raw materials, they are 90% BIO based and 100% recyclable.

30cmL x 15cmW x 17cmH. Comes in recycled cardboard gift box. Dishwasher safe. 2yrs+.

This doll is made in Europe using traditional handwork techniques. The loving faces are painted by hand, giving each doll has a unique expression. Only certified Oeko-Tex Standard 100 cotton fabrics are used, with a soft polyester stuffing.

Filled with fragrant lavender, the calming smell provides gentle help for babies to fall asleep.

The dolls prefer gentle and careful handwashing. The colours on the face are waterproof, but can fade and the fabric can be stretched out if not washed gently.

14cmL. Birth+.

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This doll is made in Europe using traditional handwork techniques. The loving faces are painted by hand, giving each doll has a unique expression. Only certified Oeko-Tex Standard 100 cotton fabrics are used, with a soft polyester stuffing. The dolls prefer gentle and careful handwashing. The colours on the face are waterproof, but can fade and the fabric can be stretched out if not washed gently.

7cmL. 3yrs+.

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Set of 7 Nins (6.5cmH) and vessels in 7 colours, and a round wooden dish (18cmD).

The different colours are associated with each day of the week according to Waldorf pedagogy.

1yr+.

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