Students will develop foundational spatial awareness, geometric reasoning, and pattern recognition through hands-on manipulation of felt shapes. This set supports the exploration of symmetry, fractions, angles, and tessellations, while fostering fine motor skills and creative problem-solving. By engaging with tangible materials, learners build a concrete understanding of abstract mathematical concepts, preparing them for more advanced STEM investigations.
Designed for Foundation to Year 4 students, this product is ideal for mathematics lessons, early STEM exploration, and cross-curricular activities. It suits classroom teachers, specialist educators, and support staff working in primary school settings. The set aligns with numeracy development and can be integrated into play-based learning, guided maths groups, or independent discovery stations.
This resource directly supports the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics for Foundation to Year 4, including content descriptions such as ACMMG009 (sort, describe and name familiar two-dimensional shapes), ACMMG022 (recognise and classify familiar two-dimensional shapes), and ACMMG042 (describe and draw two-dimensional shapes with and without digital technologies). It also contributes to the STEM F-10 Integrated Curriculum by promoting design thinking, pattern creation, and hands-on modelling of mathematical ideas.
No coding required. This product is a purely unplugged, tactile learning resource that introduces foundational computational thinking concepts such as sequencing, pattern recognition, and decomposition through physical manipulation of shapes.
The set includes 64 colourful felt pieces: a variety of basic geometric shapes (circles, squares, triangles, rectangles, hexagons) in multiple sizes and colours. Also included are two large felt workboards (30 cm x 40 cm), a printed teacher guide with 20+ activity ideas, and a storage bag for easy organisation. All felt pieces are made from durable, non-toxic materials suitable for repeated classroom use.
No special equipment or technology is required. The felt boards can be used on desks, tables, or the floor. Each set is recommended for up to two students working collaboratively, making it ideal for pairs or small group activities. Minimal preparation is needed; simply unpack the pieces and distribute the boards. The set is easily stored and portable for use across multiple classrooms or learning spaces.
This product is covered by a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. For warranty claims, technical support, or product enquiries, please contact our team at admin@stemology.com.au. We are committed to providing prompt assistance to ensure your classroom experience is successful.
We offer tiered bulk pricing for orders of 5 or more sets, making it cost-effective for entire year levels or school-wide implementation. Purchase orders are accepted from Australian schools and educational institutions. To request a quote or place a bulk order, please email admin@stemology.com.au with your school name, order quantity, and preferred delivery timeline.