Play And Explore Fossils STEM Discovery Set - 8 Realistic Specimens

Name: Play And Explore Fossils STEM Discovery Set - 8 Realistic Specimens
Brand: Educators Resource
SKU: YUS1041
Price: 34.95 USD
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Ages 3-7

Little paleontologists

Hands-on fossil discovery and exploration

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Product Overview

Play And Explore Fossils packs eight realistic, tactile specimens into one set: ammonite, clam shell, fern leaf, preserved leaves, sea urchin, shark's tooth, shrimp, and trilobite. Each piece is made from a unique stone mix, measures 3-3.5", and is sized to fit snugly in small hands. Kids can dig into and examine the specimens up close, turning hands-on exploration into a springboard for storytelling and further discovery.

Eight realistic fossil specimens in one set: ammonite, clam shell, fern leaf, preserved leaves, sea urchin, shark's tooth, shrimp, and trilobite
Made from a unique stone mix that's robust enough for indoor and outdoor use
Each fossil measures 3-3.5", sized to fit small, inquisitive hands
Built to hold up to regular handling for repeated exploration
A springboard for storytelling and hands-on discovery

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD

Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

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Care Notes

material warnings: Made from a stone mix; pieces should be handled with care to avoid chipping or breakage.

Use Cases

Hands-on fossil exploration at home
Birthday gift for a child interested in dinosaurs and prehistoric life
Sensory play with realistic tactile specimens
Storytelling and imaginative play prompt
Indoor or outdoor discovery play
Nature and science themed gift

Skills Developed

primary skill: Sensory exploration
fine motor: Handling and examining small, tactile specimens

Age Suitability

minimum safe age: 3 years
ideal age range: 3-8 years

Play Patterns

primary play type: Hands-on discovery play
play structure: Open-ended examination and storytelling
social context: Independent or group play
adult involvement: Independent play
play progression: Starts with digging into and examining specimens, then extends into storytelling and further discovery
session length: Short to medium play sessions

Why It Works

primary benefit: Gives kids realistic, tactile specimens to dig into and examine up close.
secondary benefit: Serves as a springboard for storytelling and further hands-on discovery.

What Makes It Fun

Eight realistic fossil specimens to handle, from trilobite and ammonite to shark's tooth and fern leaf, each about 3 to 3.5 inches.

Why They'll Love It

* Eight realistic fossil specimens to explore * Cast from stone and resin for durability * Fits sand, water, and outdoor play spaces * Sized for small, inquisitive hands to grip

Customer Q&A

How many fossil specimens are included?

The set includes eight realistic, tactile fossil specimens: ammonite, clam shell, fern leaf, preserved leaves, sea urchin, shark's tooth, shrimp, and trilobite.

What are the specimens made of?

Each specimen is made from a unique stone mix.

How big are the fossil pieces?

Each piece measures 3 to 3.5 inches, sized to fit snugly in small hands.

Are the fossils realistic looking?

Yes, each specimen is designed to be realistic and tactile, letting kids dig into and examine them up close.

What can kids do with this set?

Kids can dig into and examine the specimens up close, making the set a springboard for storytelling and further hands-on discovery.

Play And Explore Fossils STEM Discovery Set - 8 Realistic Specimens