{"product_id":"wooden-insect-castanet","title":"Wooden Insect Castanet","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nThis arts and music activity encourages creativity and supports sensory development through hands-on play. Wooden castanets made from plantation wood, painted with non-toxic paint, produce fun and musical clicking sounds, great for developing fine motor skills.\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"original-content\"\u003eThese wooden castanets are made from plantation wood. They are painted with non toxic paint. When cups are pressed together quickly they produces fun and musical clicking sounds.\r\n\r\nIt is great for strengthening little fingers. Castanets help with developing fine motor skills.\r\n\r\nEach castanet is 5 cm x 5 cm x 2cm.\r\n\r\nThey are recommended for children over 3 years\r\n\r\nLet us know your preference in comment box at checkout - if we can fulfill it otherwise Cclour design will be picked at random for online order\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Age Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nSuitable for ages 3–6 with adult guidance; older children may also enjoy depending on readiness.\r\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Learning Outcomes\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eEncourages creativity and self-expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDevelops focus, rhythm, or fine motor skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBuilds confidence through artistic or musical exploration.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It’s Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003col\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSet up the material in a calm space.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eInvite the child to explore sounds, colours, or forms.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eEncourage repetition and creative variations.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eTips for Home Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eProvide regular opportunities for music and art.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eCelebrate the child’s creations and performances.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Safety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nAlways exercise extreme caution and care, never leave a child unattended and without adequate supervision with any of the equipment or material advertised on our website and catalogue. Many of the products on our website and in the catalogue are designed according to scientific teaching principles. They are teaching aids, not toys. They must be used under professionally trained adult supervision.\r\n\r\nOur products include educational Montessori materials as well as child-friendly educational toys. Montessori materials are teaching aids and not toys — they must be used under adult supervision. Toys in this category are designed for play but still require appropriate care and supervision.\r\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Heart of Montessori Learning\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nIn Montessori education, the importance of learning is not found only in the materials, but in the way they are introduced. The true magic lies in the prepared adult, the prepared environment, and the respectful relationship between adult and child. When this relationship is built on trust, respect, and authentic love, the child feels safe and inspired to explore. As Dr. Maria Montessori explained, it is through this deep connection that learning is joyfully and naturally absorbed. Montessori called her approach an “education for peace” — nurturing not only knowledge and skills, but also compassion, understanding, and respect for self, others, and the world.","brand":"A2Z Montessori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47627957436669,"sku":"ETE3932","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.montessoriathome.com.au\/products\/wooden-insect-castanet","provider":"Montessori At Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}