{"product_id":"giant-polydron-build-a-shop-83-piece-role-play-construction-set-copy","title":"XL Polydron Busy Board - Fine Motor and Fidget Activity Set, Age 2+","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe XL Polydron Busy Board is a 69-piece activity and construction set by Polydron, made from 82% recycled plastic and suitable for children aged 2 and over. Polydron describe it as the ideal busy board for young builders, and explicitly designed for fine motor and fidget skills. The set can be attached to the wall or assembled into a freestanding activity cube, and is suitable for use both indoors and outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe board combines multiple hands-on activities into one set: gutter pieces for creating ball runs, or for use with sand and water; a clock with moveable big and little hands for learning to tell the time; a drywipe whiteboard panel; an abacus with beads counting from 0 to 10; and green, yellow, and red buttons for creating patterns or traffic lights. The board is also compatible with both XL and Giant Polydron, extending its versatility for settings that already have Polydron resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFor schools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe XL Polydron Busy Board is a well-suited addition to EYFS and SEND settings. It provides a structured, multi-activity resource that supports fine motor development, early numeracy, and early time-telling in a single, accessible board. The wall-mount configuration saves floor space, making it practical for classrooms and SEND resource rooms. Smaller wedge configurations using three squares can be created for use with smaller groups of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplicitly designed for fine motor and fidget skills.\u003c\/strong\u003e Polydron describe this set as ideal for fine motor and fidget skills, making it a directly relevant resource for SEND provision focused on motor development and sensory regulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple curriculum-linked activities in one set.\u003c\/strong\u003e The clock, abacus, and whiteboard panel each support distinct early learning goals -- time-telling, counting, and mark-making -- within a single hands-on resource.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall-mountable or freestanding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Attach to the wall for a permanent interactive display, or assemble as a freestanding activity cube for flexible group use -- a practical choice for varied classroom layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptable group sizes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Create wedge configurations using three squares for use with smaller groups of children, supporting targeted SEND intervention sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor learning ready.\u003c\/strong\u003e The set can be used outdoors, giving schools the option to extend SEND and EYFS provision into outdoor learning areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFor parents and home use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe XL Polydron Busy Board gives children aged 2 and over a rich, varied activity resource at home. The range of hands-on activities -- ball runs, time-telling, counting, drawing, and pattern-making -- keeps young children engaged across multiple sessions without repetition. The set can be wall-mounted for a semi-permanent play station or assembled as a freestanding cube, making it adaptable to different home environments and spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for fine motor and fidget skills.\u003c\/strong\u003e All the activities on the board are hands-on and tactile, supporting the fine motor practice and sensory engagement that benefits children with a range of SEND and learning differences at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVaried activities, sustained interest.\u003c\/strong\u003e From sliding abacus beads to drawing on the whiteboard and building ball runs, the board offers enough variety to hold attention across different moods and energy levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo batteries required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every activity is entirely mechanical, with no need for charging, apps, or screens -- straightforward to set up and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrows with the child.\u003c\/strong\u003e The compatible XL and Giant Polydron system means the board can be extended and built upon as your child develops, protecting long-term value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSEND support and inclusive design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe XL Polydron Busy Board is explicitly designed for fine motor and fidget skills, making it a directly relevant resource for children with a range of general SEND and learning differences. The variety of activities on the board -- gutter runs, abacus, clock, buttons, whiteboard -- provides multiple sensory and motor inputs in one compact resource. This makes it well-suited to children who benefit from tactile, repetitive hand movements, sensory exploration, and structured but open-ended activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe board's compatibility with XL and Giant Polydron means it integrates naturally into settings and homes that already use Polydron resources, reducing the need for separate specialist equipment. Its outdoor suitability further extends the range of environments in which it can be used to support children with SEND.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are equipping a SEND resource space, an EYFS classroom, or creating a stimulating activity station at home, the XL Polydron Busy Board is a practical and purposeful resource from a trusted educational brand. Contact The Dyslexia Shop for guidance on how it fits within your SEND provision or home learning plan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Polydron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57604247191934,"sku":"TA2426","price":179.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6560\/6649\/files\/70-7160-xl-polydron-busy-board_1.jpg?v=1782291752","url":"https:\/\/www.thedyslexiashop.co.uk\/products\/giant-polydron-build-a-shop-83-piece-role-play-construction-set-copy","provider":"The Dyslexia Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}