Ocean Play Set

Details

This ocean play set is o-fish-ally fun and turtley awesome! The ocean play set sparks imaginative play. Each of the eight underwater animal figures is printed with the animal's name on one side and its color on the other. All the pieces fit together in the accompanying storage and display box.

You'll also find a 3D pop-up of an ocean cave. The cave slides into a slot inside the display and storage case. The cave allows for classic animal swimming in and out play. The ocean animals play set teaches sea animal identification and color recognition. Manipulating the thick wooden pieces supports fine motor skill development in toddlers and preschoolers. 

Developmental Value

In this underwater play set, the animals and 3D ocean cave encourage dramatic play, imagination, and storytelling. Pretend play is a natural way for children to safely break through a reality barrier of a vulnerable adult world. They learn about themselves and the world, their interests, and abilities.

Play sets provide an excellent opportunity for relationship building with an adult in teamwork and support. Adults can model the art of creative story crafting.

The large chunky pieces support fine motor skills of clutching and manipulating parts.

Early reading skills begin with recognizing simple words and phrases like the ones on these characters.

Play sets can be a great tool for building attention span in young children if they remain focused. Younger children often require parental attention. Older children can participate in associative play with another child.

Because there is a carrying tray, this play set can be used as a travel toy for activities away from home.

Manufacturer

Located in Fort Collins, Colorado, BeginAgain believes in hands-on experiential toys, devoid of batteries. BeginAgain also has a strong commitment to eco-friendly products. Their entire line of products is made from plant-based materials. Any plastic, such as packaging, is 100% recycled.

This durable wooden ocean play set is handcrafted from sustainable plantation-grown rubberwood trees. BeginAgain chooses to use rubberwood (hevea brasiliensis) because it grows quickly.

The ocean play set was designed in Fort Collins, Colorado. Manufacturing near the native source of the wood, allows for smarter, more efficient use of energy, reducing the shipping footprint. The ocean play sets are packaged back in the USA, ensuring quality control. The manufacturing partner is female owned and family run. The factory believes in the principles of fair living wages and sustainable practices. Independent audits ensure fair working conditions, product safety and quality control standards.