Plastic Black Cauldron
A black plastic Cauldron (32cm x 20cm) with a 10L capacity. Perfect for imaginative play, such as potion making, cooking, or 'silly soup' phonics activities. Encourages play with liquids, volume, and early language skills. Pretend use only; will not hold heavy weights. Recommended for ages 3+.
This large Plastic Black Cauldron is a staple resource for open-ended, messy, and dramatic play. Its iconic shape immediately inspires deep Imaginative Role-Play, especially potion making and 'witch/wizard' narratives, supporting storytelling and narrative skills. With a 10L capacity (approx. 32cm x 20cm), it is excellent for sensory play involving mud, water, leaves, and other loose parts. In a literacy context, it is perfect for 'Silly Soup' phonics games, where children mix objects/words corresponding to phonemes. The cauldron also provides a hands-on opportunity to explore early Mathematical Concepts related to volume and capacity in water play. While it is designed for use with light materials ("Pretend only"), its durable plastic construction is ideal for outdoor messy play. Recommended for ages 3+.
Features
- Large capacity of 10L. Provides ample space for substantial messy play and group activities.
- Dimensions: Approx. 32cm diameter x 20cm height. A good, accessible size for children.
- Classic Black Cauldron shape. Highly evocative, instantly stimulating imaginative play scenarios (e.g., witches, cooks).
- Lightweight plastic construction. Easy for children to move and use (Note: Not designed to hold heavy weight).
- Ideal for mixing and containing. Perfect for liquids, mud, sand, and loose parts.
Benefits
- Fosters Imaginative and Dramatic Play. Inspires rich storytelling, role-play, and narrative development (Potion making).
- Supports Early Literacy and Phonics. Ideal for 'Silly Soup' activities to reinforce phoneme recognition.
- Introduces Mathematical Concepts. Children explore volume, capacity, and mixing through liquid and loose parts play.
- Encourages Sensory and Messy Play. Perfect vessel for mixing mud, water, and natural materials.
- Develops Collaborative Skills. Large size allows multiple children to participate in the 'brewing' or mixing process.
| SKU | 5078 |
|---|---|
| Catalogue Product Title | PLASTIC BLACK CAULDRON |
| 2026 Catalogue Page | 183 |
| Age Suitability | 3 Years+ |
| Contents | 1x Black Plastic Cauldron | Other resources pictured NOT included |
| Product Colour | Black |
| Dimensions | 35cm (14") Dia 20cm (8") High |
| Pack Size | 1 |
| Material | Plastic |
| Warranty | 1 Year |

















