Earth Balls - Set of 36

Bring a tactile twist to your small-world adventures and loose parts atelier with our Earth Balls! These beautifully crafted felt balls come in three earthy colours and three different sizes, making them as versatile as they are visually appealing. Perfect for tuff spot trays or natural play setups, they’re designed to spark creativity, storytelling, and even some sneaky maths lessons—all while feeling wonderfully soft in little hands.

Whether they’re forming gentle hills in an Earth Natural Scene Set, becoming boulders in a miniature quarry, or acting as rolling obstacles in a mirror rivers setup, these Earth Balls bring texture and intrigue to every play session. Pair them with felt mushroom dwellings, forest animals, and peg people to craft magical landscapes, or scatter them among rustic mountains and felt fruit trees for a richly layered small world scene. Their open ended nature allows learners to explore patterning, sorting, and sequencing while building their imagination.

These tactile treasures can transform any loose parts collection into a sensory-rich experience. Set them up in a spot tray to encourage collaborative play or introduce them during circle time for sorting games that double as maths lessons. And with supervision required (as tiny hands can be curious), you can rest easy, knowing these balls will provide endless learning opportunities in a safe and structured way.

From storytelling to sensory exploration, the Earth Balls are a staple for any EYFS setting looking to enrich their play areas with natural, open-ended materials. Who knew something so simple could roll so much fun into one?

Features

• Three sizes and three earthy colours: Add variety to small world play and tactile exploration with three distinct sizes and natural tones. Perfect for sorting, patterning, and creating diverse landscapes.
• Soft and durable felt construction: Each ball is made from high-quality felt, ensuring durability while being soft to the touch. Ideal for young learners to safely handle and explore.
• Perfect for small-world and sensory setups: Integrates seamlessly with small world setups such as Earth Natural Scene Sets, felt mushroom dwellings, or felt fruit trees displays. Great for storytelling and role play.
• Versatile for various learning activities: Use them for maths activities like sequencing, counting, and pattern-making, or as loose parts for open ended, creative exploration.
• Compact size for easy storage: Lightweight and easy to store in your natural materials collection, these balls are a practical addition to any classroom or outdoor learning space.

Benefits

• Encourages mathematical thinking: Use the different sizes and colours to introduce concepts like sorting, sequencing, and pattern recognition, making maths engaging and hands-on.
• Promotes imaginative play: Combine with items like felt fruit trees, peg people, or rustic mountains to inspire creative small-world scenarios and collaborative storytelling.
• Enhances sensory experiences: Their soft texture adds a sensory dimension to play, supporting learners in developing their tactile awareness and fine motor skills.
• Supports collaborative learning: Use them in spot tray setups to encourage teamwork, communication, and turn-taking as learners create shared narratives or solve problems together.
• Incorporates natural materials into play: Perfect for fostering a connection to nature and encouraging eco-friendly thinking in learners, while integrating seamlessly with other natural resource loose parts.