Mixed Surface Guttering Channels - Pack of 5

Meet our Mixed Surface Guttering Channels, your go-to resource for hands-on fun and early physics exploration! If you’re ready to transform your outdoor educational setting into a hub of excitement and discovery, then these guttering channels are the perfect pick. Designed to offer more than just your average slope, these channels come with a variety of surfaces that promise endless possibilities for play. Whether your learners are rolling die-cast vehicles down the channels or sending wildlife animal toys on a safari adventure, the fun just keeps flowing. And speaking of flowing, why not pair these channels with an earth natural scene setup to really bring those rolling and sliding experiments to life?

These wooden channels are the ideal addition to any EYFS setting where exploration meets imagination. Children can test out the different surfaces, seeing how light and heavy objects travel at varying speeds and styles. Will the  zoom faster on the smooth channel, or will the bumpy one slow it down? And what happens when a  takes the plunge? With this versatile set, the only limit is your learners' creativity (and maybe the length of the playground!).

And don’t worry about setup—these channels are ready to go straight out of the box, so you can dive right into the fun. At L50cm x W8cm x D4cm, they’re just the right size for little hands to manipulate, and they’ll fit snugly into any scene you’ve crafted. Whether your learners are working solo or in teams, these channels will inspire countless hours of active, engaged play.

Features

• Varied Surface Textures: The set includes five channels, each with a different surface, from smooth to bumpy. Children will love experimenting with how different objects interact with each texture.
• Sturdy Wood Construction: Crafted from durable wood, these channels are built to withstand the elements and the inevitable wear and tear from active play.
• Perfect Size: Each channel measures L50cm x W8cm x D4cm, making them easy to handle and store, while providing ample space for rolling and sliding fun.
• Ready to Use: No assembly required—simply unbox and start playing. These channels are a hassle-free addition to your outdoor educational setting.
• Mix and Match Play: Designed to be used with a variety of objects, from to . Mix them with other playsets or create a themed earth natural scene to enhance the learning experience.

Benefits

• Encourages STEM Learning: The channels offer a hands-on way for children to explore basic physics concepts, such as gravity, friction, and motion, through playful experimentation.
• Promotes Cooperative Play: With multiple channels and varied surfaces, children can work together to test out different objects, encouraging teamwork and collaboration.
• Enhances Fine Motor Skills: Manipulating the channels and the objects that roll down them helps to refine children’s fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and dexterity.
• Stimulates Imagination: These channels aren’t just for rolling! They can be integrated into imaginative play, like creating a forest-themed adventure with wildlife animal toys, or crafting an earth natural scene to explore nature and science.
• Supports Continuous Provision: The versatility of these channels makes them a valuable resource for continuous provision, allowing children to revisit and extend their learning through repeated play.