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Educational Insights Jumbo Playfoam Jumbo Pods Set of 4 Special Edition

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This Playfoam Special Edition 4‑Pack is a sensory learning tool that supports fine‑motor coordination, tactile awareness, and early STEM‑inspired exploration. Ideal for preschoolers and early elementary children, it works beautifully as a supplement to hands‑on learning environments.

Additional Information: This set contains products not manufactured by the seller. Please be advised that crates may contain small parts that may not be suitable for children under 3 years. Do not consume crate contents.

What’s Inside:

  • Four jumbo pods of Playfoam® in special‑edition color combinations: under‑sea swirl mermaid hues, unicorn rainbow shades, Sparkle Pink, and Glow‑in‑the‑Dark Green.
  • The signature mess‑free, non‑stick formula that molds, shapes, and squashes without ever drying out.
  • A compact, reusable storage solution so the Playfoam is ready again and again for creative sessions.

Recommended Age: Ages 3–7 (Preschool through early elementary)

This set is ideal for:

  • Homeschool families seeking screen‑free, tactile learning tools
  • Parents wanting to support fine‑motor development, imaginative play, and sensory exploration
  • Young learners who love squishing, sculpting, and creating things with their hands—while building coordination, focus, and independence.

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  • For out-of-stock items, please contact us for a more specific timeline on when the item will be restocked, we're happy to help!
  • For new releases, including our upcoming unit crates, will ship after the product's official release date. Crates are released on September 1st, December 1st, March 1st, and June 1st.

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At this time, we only ship within the U.S. Thank you for your understanding and for supporting our small business! 

What children will learn and build:

  • Fine Motor Skills & Hand‑Eye Coordination: Manipulating, molding, and shaping the Playfoam helps strengthen the small muscles needed for writing, cutting, buttoning, and more.
  • Sensory Awareness & Tactile Learning: The squishy, moldable texture offers rich tactile feedback, helping kids regulate, focus, and engage their sense of touch in learning. 
  • Creative Problem Solving & Spatial Thinking: As children shape and reshape the Playfoam, they experiment with form, texture, and structure—supporting early engineering thinking and creative design.
  • Enduring Materials for Repeat Play: Because Playfoam never dries out, children can revisit their creations, modify them, and deepen their skills over time—making it more than a one‑time activity.

Standards Alignment:

  • Early Childhood Literacy & Motor Development Frameworks: Supports developmental goals around fine‑motor coordination, sensory play, and creative expression—as emphasized by organizations like National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
  • Foundational Science & STEM Readiness: While Playfoam isn’t strictly a “physics kit,” its open‑ended nature aligns with early STEM practices by promoting exploration, manipulation of materials, and experimentation (e.g., “What happens when I press here? Can I build a shape that stands up?”).
  • State Early Learning Standards: Many state standards for preschool and kindergarten include objectives around using materials to explore shapes, textures, and fine motor skills—this kit directly supports those skills.

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