preschool

Wooden scoop. 8cmL, 4.5cmW. 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+.

Please note that we can only sell this product within NZ.

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.

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+.

Non-toxic, high grade wash-off paint with a long shelf life. Ideal for art education or large-area poster painting, stencil and printing techniques, finger painting and general artwork. Ready-made for instant use, it will not separate or spoil, with no shaking or stirring required. Colours are highly opaque and dry quickly giving a strong even matt finish and good coverage. Made in New Zealand, every single raw material and every single process at the FAS factory is geared to limit or avoid environmental impact.

Non-toxic, high grade wash-off paint with a long shelf life. Ideal for art education or large-area poster painting, stencil and printing techniques, finger painting and general artwork. Ready-made for instant use, it will not separate or spoil, with no shaking or stirring required. Colours are highly opaque and dry quickly giving a strong even matt finish and good coverage. Made in New Zealand, every single raw material and every single process at the FAS factory is geared to limit or avoid environmental impact.

Non-toxic, high grade wash-off paint with a long shelf life. Ideal for art education or large-area poster painting, stencil and printing techniques, finger painting and general artwork. Ready-made for instant use, it will not separate or spoil, with no shaking or stirring required. Colours are highly opaque and dry quickly giving a strong even matt finish and good coverage. Made in New Zealand, every single raw material and every single process at the FAS factory is geared to limit or avoid environmental impact.

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+.

Please note that we can only sell this product within NZ.

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+.

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.

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+.

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.

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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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

Set of 3, includes:
- Blue Police Car
- Green Ambulance
- Red Fire Engine

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.

Fire engine measures 9cm x 5.4cm x 4.5cm. 1yr+.

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. 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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Dancing Rainbow Hoop

Machine washable. Approx. 20cmL. Birth+.

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. ?ÿ 55cmL. Dishwasher safe. 2yrs+.

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+.

Single Wooden Vehicle

GREEN GARDEN products have a "farm to table" theme, where the sets can include vegetables, play food and tools for tending your garden. They are produced in lovely soft, natural colours in materials that are certified to the Nordic Swan Ecolabel.

17 pieces. Dishwasher safe. Cutlery tray measures 18.5cmL x 11.5cmW x 2.5cmH. 2yrs+.

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+.

Made from recycled paper and has a rough surface perfect for water colours, crayons, dry pastels and paint. 500 x A4 sheets. 100gsm.

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+.

Please note that we can only sell this product within NZ.

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+.

Please note that we can only sell this product within NZ.

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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Stubby adjustable wrench with rubberised grip.

15cmL. 3yrs+.

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+.

Non-toxic, high grade wash-off paint with a long shelf life. Ideal for art education or large-area poster painting, stencil and printing techniques, finger painting and general artwork. Ready-made for instant use, it will not separate or spoil, with no shaking or stirring required. Colours are highly opaque and dry quickly giving a strong even matt finish and good coverage. Made in New Zealand, every single raw material and every single process at the FAS factory is geared to limit or avoid environmental impact.

Help your tamariki learn te reo Maori with this brilliant first words bilingual book. With pictures labelled with the Maori and English words, each page introduces the concepts and words children use as they first begin to talk, get to know people and explore the world around them.

Wooden with horse hair bristles. 81cmL.

Use your old newspapers to make pots you can fill with potting mix and plant your seeds in. When your seedlings are ready to go in the garden, plant the whole lot in one - the paper pot will gradually disintegrate, providing good food for the worms.

Second image shows the Small and Large Paper Pot Maker pictured together.

4cmD.