Original Treasure Basket

Wonderfully tactile and oh-so-sensory. The Original Treasure Basket is a true EYFS essential. This wonderfully simple but classic resource is bursting with intriguing, open-ended objects, carefully selected to engage young minds through touch, sound, and visual interest. Perfect for babies who can sit unaided and toddlers intent on discovering the world around them, this basket is designed to encourage heuristic play. Where curiosity takes the lead and everything is up for investigation.

Each basket contains a broad variety of sensory items, offering a charming mix of materials such as wood, metal, and natural textures. With no flashing lights or synthetic sounds in sight, this resource urges children to handle, compare, shake, roll and investigate at their own pace, developing fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and early problem-solving through real-world sensory input.

This basket set is Ideal for sensory corners, calm-down zones or heuristic play sessions. It supports the EYFS focus on understanding the world and expressive arts and design. Designed for indoor use only. Supervision required.

Why not pair with our Nature's Basket - 60+ Piece Set, Massage Basket - 9 Piece Set, or Brush Treasure Basket Set - 6 Piece Set?

Features

• 1x sturdy basket – Pre-filled with a variety of tactile items

• A mix of textures – Includes wood, metal, natural objects

• Ready to use – No assembly or extra parts required

• Suitable from 10+ months – When babies can sit unaided

Benefits

• Encourages sensory investigation – Supports tactile, auditory, and visual stimulation

• Promotes heuristic play – Open-ended, hands-on discovery

• Supports fine motor development – Grasping, turning, rolling and shaking

• Fosters early problem-solving – Compare, sort and explore cause and effect

• Builds focus and concentration – Engages children in meaningful solo play