Coral Felt Mat and Loose Parts Set

Why settle for a boring flat mat when you can transport your classroom straight under the sea? Our Coral Felt Mat and Loose Parts set comes with five corals attached to the mat and 14 loose parts, including sharks, starfish, crabs, turtles, jellyfish, octopus and shells. Children can arrange, hide, and retrieve creatures, creating their own coral kingdom in tray play, small world areas or sensory corners.

Perfect for EYFS and primary settings, this set encourages storytelling, imaginative play, and fine motor development as children grasp, sort, and post the creatures. It's tactile, visually stimulating, and flexible enough for seasonal themes or ocean-themed investigations. Whether children are pretending to be marine biologists, building habitats, or just making the octopus feel at home, this set sparks curiosity, sensory engagement, and collaborative play all while keeping the learning fun and hands-on.

Features

• Coral felt mat with attached pieces: Offers a ready-made underwater scene to spark imagination.
• 14 loose parts: Includes a variety of sea creatures for flexible small world play.
• Soft, tactile materials: Encourage sensory exploration and hands-on engagement.
• Compact and portable: Easy to move between trays, small world areas, or sensory corners.
• Durable felt construction: Withstands repeated handling and active play sessions.

Benefits

• Enhances storytelling: Children create underwater adventures and imaginative narratives.
• Supports fine motor skills: Grasping, arranging, and posting pieces strengthens hand-eye coordination.
• Encourages scientific curiosity: Introduces marine life, habitats, and observational skills.
• Promotes social interaction: Ideal for cooperative play and sharing ideas.
• Develops sensory awareness: Felt textures, shapes, and colours stimulate tactile and visual senses.