Description
Sensory Stones – Tactile Exploration for Early Learning and Messy Play
Allow young learners to explore touch, texture, and pattern recognition with the beautifully crafted Sensory Stones. Designed to offer rich, hands-on learning experiences, these large tactile stones are ideal for sensory exploration, messy play, and mark-making, supporting early developmental skills through open-ended discovery.
Each of the eight Sensory Stones features a unique design, combining raised (bumpy) and indented (hollow) patterns to encourage children to engage their sense of touch. Crafted from a robust resin and authentic stone blend, these durable, tactile resources are suitable for use indoors and out, in the sand, water, paint, or dough.
Whether incorporated into sensory trays, nature play, or early mark-making activities, Sensory Stones are a versatile tool for encouraging exploration, creativity, and early skill development.
Why Choose Sensory Stones?
The Sensory Stones set supports a wide range of early learning goals, including fine motor skills, pattern recognition, sensory regulation, and imaginative play. Children will enjoy tracing, rubbing, pressing, and printing with these stones – all while building their understanding of texture, form, and symmetry.
Ideal for toddlers and preschoolers, these stones are easy for small hands to grasp and manipulate, providing a satisfying tactile experience that enhances sensory awareness and early language development.
Key Features & Benefits of Sensory Stones
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Tactile Learning Resource – Encourages children to explore textures, patterns, and shapes through hands-on play.
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Raised & Indented Designs – Includes four raised textures (circles, dots, wavy lines, and a grid) and four indented designs (circles, lines, zigzags, and a spiral).
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Supports Sensory & Motor Development – Enhances fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and sensory processing.
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Durable & Weatherproof – Made from a resin and real stone mix, this material is tough enough for outdoor learning environments and repeated sensory play.
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Perfect for Messy Play & Mark Making – Use with paint, sand, dough, or water to encourage creative exploration and early expression.
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Ideal Size for Little Hands – Each stone measures 75mm, offering a comfortable grip for children aged 18 months and above.
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Includes Activity Leaflet – Comes with a helpful guide complete with ideas for sensory play, messy play, and mark-making.
What’s Included in the Sensory Stones Set?
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8 Sensory Stones (4 raised + 4 indented designs)
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Made from a resin/stone composite
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Each stone measures 75mm.
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Suitable for ages 18 months+
The Sensory Stones are part of our popular Learning Pebbles range, thoughtfully designed to inspire tactile learning and sensory exploration. Whether you're setting up a sensory-rich classroom, outdoor play area, or home learning space, these stones offer a world of texture, pattern, and play-based learning.
Bring texture to life and spark curiosity with Sensory Stones – the perfect resource for hands-on discovery and sensory development.
See the Sensory Stones in action.