{"product_id":"giant-polydron-dinosaur-130-piece-inclusive-construction-set-copy","title":"Giant Polydron Build-A-Shop - 83-Piece Role Play Construction Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Polydron Build-A-Shop is an 83-piece construction and role play set by Polydron, made from 95% recycled HDPE plastic and suitable for children aged 2 and over. Children build their own shop, combining construction and imaginative play in a single, open-ended activity. Every piece features braille, making this a genuinely inclusive resource for children with general SEND and learning differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA variety of different shop designs can be made from the one set. Children add windows to the sides, fit shelves on the inside or outside, and use the write-on wipe-off sign panels to create their own shop name and items for sale. The set is designed for use both indoors and outdoors, giving it flexibility across a range of learning environments. It weighs 16.5 kg and the box measures 78.5 x 43 x 42 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFor schools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Polydron Build-A-Shop is a substantial addition to any EYFS or early KS1 setting, supporting both SEND provision and whole-class play. The braille on every piece ensures inclusive access without adaptation. The construction process develops fine motor skills and problem-solving, while the role play element - building and running a shop - supports communication, social skills, and early numeracy in a natural, child-led context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInclusive by design.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every piece features braille so children with visual impairment or other learning differences can take part fully alongside their peers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombines construction and role play.\u003c\/strong\u003e Children build the shop structure and then use it, linking hands-on making with imaginative, language-rich play in one activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrite-on wipe-off panels.\u003c\/strong\u003e Three sign panels allow children to write and re-write their own shop names and products, supporting early mark-making, literacy, and creative expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors and outdoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e The set can be used in a classroom, SEND resource space, or outdoor learning area, giving staff flexibility in how and where it is deployed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEYFS and early KS1 appropriate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable from age 2, with a design that grows with children as their construction confidence and imaginative play develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFor parents and home use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Polydron Build-A-Shop gives children aged 2 and over the chance to build and run their very own shop at home. The combination of construction and role play keeps children engaged across multiple sessions, with the write-on wipe-off panels letting them change their shop theme as many times as they like. The set works equally well indoors and outdoors, making it a versatile resource for home learning and free play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHours of open-ended play.\u003c\/strong\u003e Children can build, restock, and redesign their shop repeatedly, with no fixed end point - supporting sustained attention and creative thinking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports communication and confidence.\u003c\/strong\u003e Role play centred on a shop naturally encourages children to talk, negotiate, and take turns - valuable for children with SEND who benefit from structured imaginative play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrite, wipe, and start again.\u003c\/strong\u003e The wipe-off sign panels remove the anxiety of permanence, allowing children to experiment with writing and mark-making without pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade sustainably.\u003c\/strong\u003e 95% recycled HDPE plastic, 100% recyclable, and BPA free - a responsible choice for families.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInclusive design and SEND support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Polydron Build-A-Shop is designed with inclusive learning in mind. Braille on every piece ensures that children with visual impairment can engage with the set alongside their peers, with no need for separate resources or additional adaptation. The tactile construction process supports children with a range of general SEND needs, including those developing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. The role play element - building and operating a shop - provides a structured, motivating context for social interaction and communication, which can be particularly beneficial for children who learn best through purposeful, child-led activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe write-on wipe-off panels offer a low-pressure route into early mark-making and literacy, allowing children to practise without the permanence of pen and paper. The set's flexibility - usable indoors or outdoors, in a range of configurations - means it adapts to the needs of the learner and the setting rather than the other way around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are equipping a SEND resource room, an early years outdoor area, or providing rich play at home, the Giant Polydron Build-A-Shop is a versatile, well-designed construction set from a trusted educational brand. Contact The Dyslexia Shop for advice on how this product can support your SEND provision or home learning plan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Polydron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57604227760510,"sku":"TA2425","price":324.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6560\/6649\/files\/70-7800-giant-polydron-build-a-shop-recycled-logo_1.jpg?v=1782291496","url":"https:\/\/www.thedyslexiashop.co.uk\/products\/giant-polydron-dinosaur-130-piece-inclusive-construction-set-copy","provider":"The Dyslexia Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}