{"product_id":"giant-octoplay-natural-colours-set-1-tactile-construction-set-copy","title":"Giant Octoplay Natural Colours Set 3 - Large Group Construction Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eGiant Octoplay Natural Colours Set 3 is an 84-piece tactile construction set by Polydron, made from 100% recycled plastic and supplied in 4 calming natural tones. It contains 80 Giant Octoplay pieces and 4 storage poles. Polydron describe it as ideal for reception class, nurseries, and kindergartens, and note that the larger piece count allows children to build larger, more complex models or to construct multiple models at once. Each piece measures 24 cm across, features a textured surface, and connects simply -- making the set accessible for children with general SEND and learning differences from age 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural colour palette distinguishes this set from the standard Giant Octoplay range. The earthy, muted tones are visually calmer and more in keeping with low-stimulus, sensory-friendly environments than bright primary colours -- a meaningful advantage for SEND settings and outdoor provision. The set is compatible with XL Octoplay and is suitable for use both indoors and outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFor schools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGiant Octoplay Natural Colours Set 3 is a substantial whole-class or group resource for EYFS and SEND provision. With 80 pieces and 4 storage poles, the set can support a small group of children building simultaneously, or provide enough pieces for one or two children to construct large, ambitious models that develop spatial reasoning, imaginative thinking, and fine motor skills. The natural colour palette is particularly well-suited to sensory rooms, low-stimulus learning areas, and outdoor or forest school settings where muted, earthy tones are preferable to bright primary colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnough pieces for group use.\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 Giant Octoplay pieces allow multiple children to build at the same time, or a smaller group to collaborate on a single large construction -- making this set well-suited to whole-class EYFS activities and group SEND sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalming natural colour palette.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 4 natural tones provide a visually quieter alternative to bright construction sets, supporting children with SEND who are sensitive to strong visual stimulation or who benefit from low-stimulus, sensory-friendly environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured surfaces for sensory engagement.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every piece features a textured surface that Polydron describe as providing a sensory feel, adding a tactile, multi-sensory dimension to construction play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple connection for developing hands.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pieces slot together easily, making the set accessible for children with developing fine motor skills or coordination differences across a mixed-ability group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarger and more complex models possible.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 80-piece count allows children to go beyond the models achievable with smaller sets, building larger structures and developing more ambitious design thinking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour storage poles included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Four poles help organise and store the 80 pieces efficiently, with each pole also available for incorporation into play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuited to outdoor and forest school settings.\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural tones integrate well with outdoor environments, making this set an excellent choice for nature-based EYFS and SEND provision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFor parents and home use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGiant Octoplay Natural Colours Set 3 gives children aged 2 and over a large, open-ended construction set for sustained, ambitious play at home. The 80 natural-tone pieces are enough for children to build multiple models at the same time, or to attempt larger structures that develop spatial and creative thinking over longer play sessions. The calming natural colour palette is particularly well-suited to children with SEND who engage more comfortably in low-stimulus visual environments, and the simple connection mechanism means children can build independently from an early age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnough pieces for ambitious home play.\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 pieces give children the scope to build large structures or multiple models simultaneously, keeping play varied and engaging across many sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisually calming for children with SEND.\u003c\/strong\u003e The earthy natural tones reduce visual noise, making this version particularly well-suited to children with general SEND and learning differences who are sensitive to bright colours at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessible from age 2.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 24 cm pieces and simple connection are designed to be manageable for young children, including those with developing fine motor skills or coordination differences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour storage poles included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Organise all 80 pieces efficiently between sessions, with each pole also usable as part of the construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSustainably made.\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% recycled plastic, BPA free, and fully recyclable -- a responsible choice for families.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSEND support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGiant Octoplay Natural Colours Set 3 combines the core SEND benefits of the Giant Octoplay range -- textured surfaces, simple connection, achievable model goals, and outdoor durability -- at a scale that supports group work and more ambitious construction. For children with general SEND and learning differences, the natural colour palette reduces visual stimulation, the tactile textured surfaces provide a multi-sensory construction experience, and the easy-to-manage 24 cm pieces ensure physical accessibility for children with developing fine motor skills or coordination differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe larger piece count also allows for collaborative construction, which can be used in structured group SEND activities to support turn-taking, communication, and shared attention alongside the construction task. Whether you are equipping a SEND resource room, an EYFS construction area, or providing a large-scale calming construction resource at home, Giant Octoplay\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Polydron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57604472471934,"sku":"TA2432","price":249.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6560\/6649\/files\/80-1060-giant-octoplay-natural-set-3-recycled-logo_1.jpg?v=1782294058","url":"https:\/\/www.thedyslexiashop.co.uk\/products\/giant-octoplay-natural-colours-set-1-tactile-construction-set-copy","provider":"The Dyslexia Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}