Play to Z Ltd Training & Resources Catalogue
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Treasure Baskets
Playscope 4 Parents (P4) • Small (11” dia.) Treasure Basket of 20 sensory rich items • Hand-stitched gingham cover choose lemon, lilac or blue • Guidance Booklet • Re-usable Contents List £55
Playscope Starter Set (P6) • Large (12.5” dia.) Treasure Basket of 25 sensory rich items • Hand-stitched gingham cover choose lemon, lilac or blue • Guidance Booklet • Re-usable Contents List Large Treasure Basket (P9)
Our baskets are handmade in the UK using organic willow and supplied in two sizes. Every handpicked treasure has been carefully selected with sensory appeal, safety and curriculum links in mind. Over half the contents are made by adults with learning difficulties/physical disabilities or craftspeople using reclaimed materials, ensuring every Treasure Basket is unique.
£95
£70
Large Treasure Basket (P9)
Treasure Basket & Sensac (P1)
• Large (12.5” dia.) Treasure Basket • 53 hand-picked items • Hand-stitched gingham cover choose lemon, lilac or blue • Guidance Booklet £95 • Re-usable Contents List
• Large (12.5” dia.) Treasure Basket of 53 sensory rich items • Cotton and fleece Sensac for storage and activities • Guidance Booklet • Re-usable Contents List
Gingham Cover (P11) Available in Lemon, Lilac & Blue
£5
£130
‘An holistic, tactile and versatile teaching and learning resource. The learning opportunities are endless.’ NASEN JUDGE
Playscope Collections
Playscope Complete Set (P1,P2,P3)
• Large (12.5” dia.) Treasure Basket of 53 sensory rich items • Two sets of ‘Stepping Out’ Activity Cards 16-36 mths & 30-60 mths • Fleece and cotton Sensac for activities, Feely/Storage Bag • Guidance Booklet • Re-usable Contents List
£165
Problem Solving & Numeracy Set (P1,P19,P20)
• A fun, flexible and innovative resource for all ages • As Complete Set but with set 1 and 2 of Problem Solving & Numeracy Activity Cards instead of Stepping Out Activity Cards £175
Communication & Literacy Set (P1,P26,P27)
• A fun, flexible and innovative resource for all ages • As Complete Set but with set 1 and 2 of Communication & Literacy Activity Cards instead of Stepping Out Activity Cards £175
Our Playscope Collections offer maximum play value with something to suit everyone. Designed to make it easy for you to provide a full range of flexible play resources across the EYFS and Key Stages, our carefully selected sets will inspire children and practitioners alike. Designed for babies to 6 year olds plus, children with SEN and even adults, when used with the Playscope Activity Cards a Treasure Basket literally ‘grows with a child’. All our Playscope Collections offer maximum flexibility - use the Treasure Basket on its own or with the Activity Cards, which save practitioners valuable time and planning; the sensac extends play activities and safely stores the treasures; or simply add further sets of Activity Cards to renew the resource and further increase its play value.
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Sensory Collections
P24
Large Sensory Collection (P24) • Large multi-purpose Playmat/ Feely/Storage Bag (1.2m dia.) • Large Treasure Basket of 53 sensory rich items • 8-20, 16-36 & 30-60 months ‘Stepping Out’ Activity Cards • 20 activities for mat • Guidance Booklet & £225 Instruction Card
£225
P24
P24
P25
Sensory Collections (P24 & P25)
Small Sensory Collection (P25)
For the full multi-sensory experience we have produced our fabulous Sensory Collections. The Large set was the winner of a 2010 Practical Pre-School Gold Award. This resource, a combination of our most popular and versatile award winning products has been described as the “all singing, all dancing sensory tool” (Practical Pre-School magazine).
• Small multi-purpose Playmat/ Feely Bag/Storage Bag (1m dia.) • Small Treasure Basket of 30 sensory rich items • 20 activities for Playmat • Guidance Booklet & • Instruction Card
Also available is our Small Sensory Collection. The smaller basket and mat makes it ideal for use in the home, by parents/carers, childminders, Portage Teams or in toy libraries.
P25
£130
‘Wow, wow, wow. The all-singing, all-dancing sensory tool. A must have product for all settings.’ PRACTICAL PRE-SCHOOL AWARDS
Playmats
Playmat (P7)
• 1.5m diameter purple fleece mat with richly sensory multi-coloured ribbon fringing • Waterproof backed for taking play outdoors • Features 4 carry handles and Velcro strap for transportation • Supplied with A5 guidance card with 20 activities
£85
Sensory Collection Mat (P32)
• The amazingly versatile Playmat/ Feely/Storage Bag from our Large Sensory Collection • Use with your own Playscope or homemade Treasure Basket • 1.2m diameter multi-purpose Playmat/Bag • Supplied with A5 activity card for using the Mat
£85
Value Large Sensory Mat (P42)
• A budget version of the 1.2m Large Sensory Collection Playmat/ Feely/Storage Bag • Use with your own Playscope or homemade Treasure Basket • Multi-coloured ribbon frill replaces ribbon loops • 20 activities for using the Mat
£60
£85
All our attractive seating and positioning solutions are also designed as fun play resources or valuable listening tools in their own right. Made in the UK, our easy to care for resources ensure maximum comfort, flexibility and play value. Encouraging children to participate in cooperative activities through a multitude of parachute games; a listening aid to storytelling; prop for rhymes and songs; for zoning spaces; creating reward areas; or just as a cosy place to sit on inside or outdoors, these Playmats represent the ultimate in flexibility. Designed with inclusion in mind, the purple fleece - great for children with autism and multi-coloured ribbons give children with visual impairments visual and textural clues. Machine washable, made from azo-free dyes with a waterproof backing & handles for transportation.
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Floor Mats
Multi-Coloured Floor Mats (P13) • Great for exploring colours in a fun way. Provides comfort and positioning cues. • Set of 4 multi-coloured mats • 4 PVC pouches and 4 re-usable cards • Supplied with Activity Card £50
£60 Set of 4 Fidget Floor Mats (P5)
Single Fidget Floor Mat (P22) Sticky Emotion Mats (P14)
Set of 4 Fidget Mat Name Pouches (P23)
£15
All our attractive seating and positioning solutions are also designed as fun play resources or valuable listening tools in their own right. Made in the UK, our easy to care for resources (all machine washable) ensure maximum comfort, flexibility and play value. Guaranteed to make listening fun and create a ‘wow’ factor.
• Set of 4 visually distinctive mats featuring easily recognisable emotions • Supplied with 20 activities • Designed to be used on own as a play resource or floor mat or with the Multi-Coloured Floor Mats (using the velcro on rear) £40
£15
Fidget Floor Mats (P5)
Fidget Floor Mat Bag (P8)
• Help children (particularly with SEN) focus, listen and maintain eye contact • Set of 4 purple fleece floor mats with removable pads • Multi-coloured ribbon edging • Supplied with A5 Activity Card featuring 20 activities
• Unlined purple Fidget Floormat £15 Bag (holds up to 16 mats)
P28
Fidget Spots (P28)
• These budget Fidget Spots help children (particularly with SEN) focus and listen • Set of 4 purple fleece and canvas floor mats • Multi-coloured ribbon edging • NO REMOVABLE PAD OR ACTIVITY CARD £40
‘A perfect multi-purpose addition to any early years setting.’ NURSERY WORLD MAGAZINE
Activity Cards
Stepping Out Activity Cards (P2 and P3) • 20 fun and educational multisensory activities for use with a Treasure Basket, linked to the EYFS • Includes Guidance Booklet & Instruction Card • 16 - 36 months (P2) and 30 - 60 months (P3)
£22ea
Problem Solving & Numeracy Set 1 (P19) and Set 2 (P20) • 20 fun and educational multisensory activities for use with a Treasure Basket for EYFS, KS1 & KS2 • Includes Guidance Booklet & Instruction Card £25ea
Communication & Literacy Set 1 (P26) and Set 2 (P27) • 20 fun and educational multisensory activities for use with a Treasure Basket in Nursery and Nursery/Reception (Set 1) and in Reception/Year 1 (Set 2) • Includes Guidance Booklet & Instruction Card £25ea
Activity Cards Collection (P34)
£135
Stepping Out Activity Cards (P33) • 20 fun multi-sensory activities linked to the EYFS for use with a Treasure Basket with babies and toddlers aged 8 - 20 months and children with SEN • Includes Guidance Booklet and Instruction Card £22
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Little Explorers
The Story of the Loofah (P21)
Top-Up Sets
• Three whole loofahs • Facts, photos and activities • Downloadable photos
• Use to inspire exploration and • creativity in children of all ages. • Collections of 10 - 12 unusual objects for discovery, tactile stimulation and imagination • Gingham storage/activity bag • Supplied with A6 Activity Card • More Top-Up sets and stacking hoops coming soon
£25
Brushes Top-Up Set (P15)
Sensory Bags (P29)
We offer a wide range of multi-sensory resources for little explorers, from our carefully selected Top-Up Sets, exciting Sensory Bags, Loofah-tastic fun and new selection of magnifiers, mirrors etc. All designed with sensory appeal in mind to support children’s play and learning and inspire exploration and creativity.
£25
Sensory Bags (P29) This set consists of eight Sensory Bags including: Measure & Magnify, Hidden Treasure, Apples & Pears, Smelly Sticks, Magic Loofah, Lacy Leaves, Orangey Circles, Jagged Gems & Dazzling Diamonds. Various contents, 8 organza bags and activity cards. Supplied in a handy storage box.
Natural Top-Up Set (P16)
£35
£35
Wooden Top-Up Set (P18)
Metal Top-Up Set (P17)
£35
£35
‘Inspirational, fun and flexible. They’re great. Use to support children’s learning over and over again.’ NURSERY WORLD MAGAZINE
Colour Paddles (A2) set of 3
£2ea
£14
Mirrors (A4)
Little Explorers
Mushroom Diffractors (A3)
Slate & Pencil (A5)
£5.50
£3.50
Playscope Water Bowl (A1)
Magnifiers (A6)
£4.50 £35
£12
Playscope Water Bowl (A1) Mirrors ()
£12
Many people have asked where you can buy resources like the mirrors, colour paddles, magnifying glasses and handy containers used in our Training to extend the use of Treasure Baskets. So we’ve decided to make it easy by offering a range of quality supporting resources. All the resources in our Little Explorers range come complete with guidance setting out a range of activity ideas for using them either with or without a Treasure Basket. Lots more resources coming soon... We also offer a Guidance Booklet (P35) to help you get the most from Treasure Baskets and sensory play.
£5
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Sensory Tales
We All Went on Safari (S2) A counting journey through Tanzania. This Sensory Tale includes a gorgeous selection of African inspired sensory resources to re-create the sights and sounds of being on safari on the African plains. Includes activities. £45
We’re Roaming in the Rainforest (S3) We’re roaming in the Rainforest - an amazon adventure. Sensory Tale with a rich diversity of wildlife, musical instruments and other sensory artefacts to enthral all ages. Includes activities. £45
We’re Riding on a Caravan (S1)
Our range of Sensory Tales offer fantastic stories from around the world. Packed with musical instruments, sensory-rich artefacts and countless activity ideas, these bagged sets are perfect for use in the home, settings and schools to inspire children’s imagination, nurture a love of books and help bring the EYFS, KS1 and KS2 to life.
We’re Riding on a Caravan (S1)
Up and Down the Andes (S4)
An adventure on the silk road. Take a trip through ancient China with this Sensory Tale that will make you feel like you’re part of the story as you hear, smell and feel the delights of trading precious stones, silk and spices. Includes activities. £45
A Peruvian festival tale. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the Inca people of Peru in this charming Sensory Tale of children, festivals and travel. Enjoy the enchanting pictures, travel galore and all the excitement of the festival. Includes activities. £45
These magical sets bring stories to life and encourage children of all ages to play together.
Sensory Tales
We’re Sailing to Galapagos (S5)
A week in the Pacific. The sailing Sensory Tale that takes you on an ocean journey to discover the sights and sounds of the amazing Galapagos Islands in the South Pacific. Bring the sound of the sea to life with exciting artefacts and activities. £45
Off We Go to Mexico! (S6) An adventure in the Sun. Take a hot and spicy journey into the sights and sounds of Mexico with this Sensory Tale with wonderful instruments, natural artefacts and animals to excite and inspire. Includes activities. £45
We’re Sailing Down the Nile (S7) A journey through Egypt. Set sail along the mighty Nile River to experience the wonders of Egypt. The lilting, rhyming story text, information about ancient Egypt and helpful map are brought to life with the richly sensory £45 artefacts. Includes activities.
Babushka (S8) An unusual Christmas adventure and exciting sensory-rich artefacts, sure to conjure up the feelings, smells, sounds and delights of Christmas. Enjoy all year round and discover Russian traditions, folklore and a range of activities. £45
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Sluggy and Flower Range
Sluggy (P36)
Mini Caterpillars (P43 & P44)
Sluggy (P36) A vibrant Slug-shaped support/ pillow with great sensory appeal. Perfect for creating an attractive play/sleep space, the songs, stories and activities that accompany Sluggy ensures great play-value in its own right. Purple cord Slug support/pillow with A5 Activity Card. £35
P37
£35
P43
P44
£3ea
Flower Rug (P37)
Spotty Beanbag (P41)
A gorgeous water-proof backed purple mat great for creating an instant play/sleep space and a storytelling/play resource. Embellished with a ribbon-fringed flower and multi-coloured buds it provides ample sensory appeal. Supplied with A5 Activity Card.
Children will love this Spotty Beanbag chair made in sumptuous cord. Perfect for reading or relaxing in, this fabulous beanbag transforms a dull corner; gives comfort and focus to a quiet/book area; and adds colour and fun. The colour and texture contrasts provide rich sensory stimulation for children of all ages.
£36
‘We would definitely recommend this product.’ PRACTICAL PRE-SCHOOL
Sluggy Rug (P38)
Sluggy Rug (P38)
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• Purple cord Slug-shaped support/ pillow (that the mat folds into) • Purple cotton padded play/sleep mat with waterproof backing • A5 Activity Card setting out songs, stories and activities • Optional detachable blanket (P39)
Sluggy and Flower Range
Sluggy Sleep Pod (P40) Cosy travel/day bed comprising Sluggy Rug and Flower Blanket. Perfect for settings or impromptu sleep, the Sleep Pod is cosy and inviting. Use with the two sets of activities supplied to bring Sluggy Rug and the Blanket to life as fun play resources packed with potential.
OPEN £65
Sluggy Sleep Pod (P40)
Flower Blanket (P39) Gorgeous soft fleecy blanket which attaches to Sluggy Rug and converts it into a convenient and comfortable travel/day bed. The Flower Blanket attaches to, and folds into the Sluggy Rug (P38).
Flower Blanket (P39)
£36
Buy both together as the Sluggy Sleep Pod, doubling the play potential and saving £6!
£75
The Sluggy and Flower range of resources are delighting young and old! Use the vibrant sensory-rich Sluggy (pillow/support) and gorgeous waterproof-backed Flower Rug together or separately to create a perfect play/sleep space. Great for babies and young children, the songs, stories and activities supplied are proving popular with up to 9 year olds! If budget won’t stretch to Sluggy, use the mini caterpillars with the Flower Rug instead. Sluggy Rug is perfect for creating impromptu play/sleep spaces. The mat folds into the slug for transportation and use as a support/pillow. The colours and contrasting textures provide sensory interest for babies to 5 year olds. Supplied with activities and rhymes. All the products in the range are made in the UK and machine washable.
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Sensory Bambini
New for 2011 is the fabulous Sensory Bambini range of beautifully made, multi-purpose resources for babies, young children and carers. These quality resources effortlessly combine practicality with great looks and functionality. Sensory stimulation is vital for babies and Llama Love and Loopy Lion both offer just the right amount of sensory appeal without distracting from the important role of sitting, feeding, playing or sleeping! If you’re looking for gorgeous multi-sensory resources and gifts for babies and young children then look no further than Sensory Bambini. Be sure to keep an eye out for the wealth of new additions coming to Sensory Bambini soon. Gorgeous and practical resources, packed with play potential that are made in the UK.
Loopy Lion Cushion (B2)
£25
Llama Love Cushion (B1)
The wonderfully tactile Loopy Lion Cushion is as versatile as it is appealing. Designed to support young babies while sitting it also doubles up as a nursing aid (with the extra benefit of fiddly bits for tiny fingers), a sensory-rich cuddly or even a child’s neck support on car £25 journeys. Made in the UK.
Llama Love Cushion (B1)
Baby’s First Rattle (B3)
Secret Treasure Trove (G1)
The gorgeously simple yet adorable Llama Love Cushion is as versatile as it is appealing. Designed to support young babies while sitting it also doubles up as a nursing aid (with the extra benefit of fiddly bits for tiny fingers), a sensory-rich cuddly or even a child’s neck support on car journeys. Made in the UK.
• Handmade in the UK • Sustainable wood
This unique Treasure Trove, with secret compartment is great for children to stow away their secret or treasured belongings. It can help young children explore their imagination and inspire a love of collecting be it leaves, stones or other foraged treasures. £8
£6
‘Brilliant. Wonderful, absolutely loved it!’ PLAYGROUP LEADER
Training
What others are saying.... ‘Within 3 days, 7 bags of plastic toys had been taken out of one setting and replaced with wooden/natural equivalents or treasure from home.’ FRIENDS DAY NURSERY ‘Thank you for your interactive and stimulating presentation...a great end to the conference’ PURNIMA TANUKU, NDNA
Guidance Booklet (P35)
If you would like a price for a package of Training and Resources please contact us to discuss. If budget won’t stretch to training or resources our comprehensive Guidance Booklet should provide a great starting point - a mini potted training session! £5
In 2009, Sue Gascoyne was named Nursery World ‘Trainer of the Year’. Sue and her team can be commissioned to provide a wide range of training services, be it a cluster session, EYP workshop, conference for 100 participants or Stay and Play session. Contact us to find out how we can meet your training needs.
All our fun, hands-on training and workshops are based on extensive observations and current research findings. Use Treasure Baskets to bring the EYFS to life; explore schemas; develop observations; improve partnerships with parents; support ECaT; or to deliver specific areas of Learning and Development.
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