{"product_id":"se2439_p_outdoor-animal-chalkboards","title":"Outdoor Animal Chalkboards","description":"\u003cdiv style='font-family: \"Segoe UI\"; line-height: 20px'\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage outdoor mark-making and imaginative play with the Outdoor Animal Chalkboards. Available in Farmyard and Woodland sets, each pack contains five waterproof, double-sided animal chalkboards that provide reusable surfaces for drawing, writing and early learning activities. Suitable for ages 3 years and over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003eAvailable in Farmyard and Woodland animal sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eFive engaging animal shapes are supplied in each set\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWaterproof construction is suitable for indoor and outdoor environments\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDouble-sided surfaces provide additional space for drawing and writing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge animal shapes create engaging mark-making areas for young children\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-drilled holes allow the chalkboards to be mounted on suitable walls or fences\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eReusable surfaces can be wiped clean between activities\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003eEncourages early mark-making, drawing and handwriting development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelps children develop fine motor control and hand-eye coordination\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvides opportunities to explore letters, numbers, shapes, lines and patterns\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupports creativity, imagination and self-expression\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEncourages children to identify and discuss farmyard and woodland animals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupports storytelling, communication and imaginative role play\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEncourages collaborative play, cooperation and turn-taking\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout active play and the early years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003eActive play enables young children to learn through movement, exploration and practical experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge-scale mark-making encourages children to use their hands, arms and shoulders while drawing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMark-making supports early literacy by helping children understand that lines, shapes and symbols can communicate meaning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOutdoor creative activities can support fine and gross motor development, hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnimal shapes provide engaging prompts for stories, role play and discussions about habitats and the natural world\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eShared drawing surfaces encourage children to communicate, cooperate and exchange ideas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen-ended creative play supports imagination, confidence and problem-solving\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003ePractising letters, numbers, shapes and patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing and labelling different animals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatching animals with their names, sounds, habitats and food\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreating collaborative pictures and animal-themed scenes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupporting stories, songs and imaginative role play\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eExploring the differences between farmyard and woodland animals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreating counting, sorting and simple mathematics activities\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecording observations during animal, nature and habitat topics\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdding reusable mark-making stations to playgrounds and outdoor learning areas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet-up and use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003eMount each chalkboard securely on a suitable wall, fence or other stable surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the pre-drilled holes and fixings appropriate for the mounting surface\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eFixings are not included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse with standard chalk\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eChalk is not included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe clean after use with a dry or damp cloth, sponge or chalkboard eraser\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow the surfaces to dry before children begin drawing again\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFarmyard set:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e1 x hen chalkboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x sheep chalkboard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x pig chalkboard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x cow chalkboard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x horse chalkboard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoodland set:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e1 x badger chalkboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x fox chalkboard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x hedgehog chalkboard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x rabbit chalkboard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x squirrel chalkboard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003eFarmyard Animals, set of 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWoodland Animals, set of 5\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and safety information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003eSuitable for ages 3 years and over\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003eAdult installation is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnsure each chalkboard is securely fixed before use\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect fixings appropriate for the wall or fence material\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the chalkboards and fixings regularly for movement, wear or damage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove any loose or damaged chalkboard from use\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecommended for use with chalk only\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eActivities should take place under appropriate adult supervision\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003eOutdoor animal-shaped chalkboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in Farmyard and Woodland designs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWaterproof MDF construction\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDouble-sided writing surfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-drilled fixing holes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for indoor and outdoor use\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: disc\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade 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