Story Telling Discs - Set of 30

Gather ‘round, storytellers! Ready to create your next masterpiece? Our Story Telling Discs are a fun and creative way to kickstart engaging narrative play in your EYFS classroom or nursery setting. These discs provide the perfect launch points to encourage children to build their imagination and develop literacy skills. With 30 natural wooden discs, each featuring a different image, these discs help bring storytelling to life—one disc at a time!

When it’s time to tidy up, store them in a wicker basket to keep things neat or hang them in a basket tree for a whimsical way to organise your classroom. They also make a fun addition to a cosy reading corner or a dedicated reading area. When it's time to clean up, it's not just about ‘putting things away’ – it’s about creating an opportunity for the learners to get involved in organising their environment, too.

Crafted from natural wood, each disc measures approximately 7cm, a unique creation, so no two are exactly alike. You’ll find a slight variation in size and design, which gives each set a special touch. And let’s face it – isn’t it great when nature adds its own little twist to learning materials? Just be mindful, that these discs may experience some peeling or splitting due to the natural properties of the wood. But hey, that just adds to their charm, doesn’t it? Suitable for children aged 3+, these discs are excellent tools for helping learners with literacy development, promoting fine motor skills, and making early years literacy activities a whole lot more engaging. Just make sure supervision is in place, as they’re best enjoyed with a guiding hand.

Features

• 30 Unique Story Discs: Each disc features a different image, giving you endless storytelling possibilities. These images provide great conversation starters and help prompt imaginative thinking.
• Natural Wood Construction: Made from durable, eco-friendly wood, each disc is unique in size and design. Please note that wood may split or bark may peel over time, adding to their natural charm.
• Size of Discs: Approximate size: 7cm per disc, which is perfect for small hands to hold, manipulate, and place into story sequences or other literacy activities.
• Easy to Store and Organise: After a busy day of storytelling, you can easily store the discs in a wicker basket, keeping everything tidy and accessible for your next literacy adventure. You can even hang them on a collecting basket tree when tidying up!
• Durable and Safe: These discs are designed to withstand the daily rigours of an EYFS setting. They are smooth, safe for handling, and will keep their appeal for plenty of storytelling sessions.

Benefits

• Fosters Creativity and Imagination: Storytelling encourages children to use their imagination and think outside the box. With the wide range of images on the discs, learners can create unique stories and expand their narrative skills.
• Supports Literacy Development: Using the discs as a springboard for telling stories enhances literacy skills in the early years. Children will practice sentence structure, vocabulary, and sequencing, which are crucial components of early literacy activities.
• Promotes Fine Motor Skills: Manipulating the discs helps with fine motor skills, allowing children to pick up, arrange, and sequence the discs, which also aids in strengthening hand-eye coordination.
• Enhances Communication and Language Skills: As children create and share stories, they practice essential language skills such as pronunciation, comprehension, and building coherent thoughts—vital for early years literacy.
• Perfect for Literacy in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS): These discs are ideal for introducing EYFS literacy activities, especially in the reading station or cosy reading corner. Use them to enhance storytelling in the reading den or literacy shed, making reading and storytelling a fun and engaging activity.