{"product_id":"magnetic-polydron-sphera-set-36-piece","title":"Magnetic Polydron Sphera Set - 36-Piece Curved 3D Shapes Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the Magnetic Polydron Sphera Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Polydron Sphera Set\u003c\/strong\u003e (code 50-1110) is a 36-piece magnetic construction kit from Polydron for children aged 5 and over. It contains 8 sphere pieces, 4 cylinder pieces, 12 quadrant pieces, 4 cone pieces, 4 anti-quadrant pieces, 2 squares and 2 right-angle triangles, plus a poster to guide and start play. The set is made from 70% recycled plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does the Sphera Set help children learn about 3D shape?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost first construction sets use flat-sided shapes. The Sphera Set adds curved pieces, so children can build more complex 3D shapes such as spheres, cylinders and cones. Polydron says the set will challenge children's learning as they combine geometry with magnetism. All pieces are magnetic, and the open frame pieces let children see inside their shapes. Squares measure 6 x 6 cm, and a model guide can be downloaded from the Polydron website.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor schools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtends 3D shape work in KS1 and KS2 beyond cubes and pyramids to spheres, cylinders and cones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for small groups of children who have already mastered their first 3D shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen frame pieces help pupils discuss curved and flat faces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA concrete resource that fits Quality First Teaching and SEND provision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor parents and home use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA next step for children who enjoy building with magnetic shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages open-ended play with curved pieces that are new to most children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoining the magnetic pieces builds fine motor skills and confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable from age 5; not for children under 3 because of small parts and magnets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupporting learners with SEND and learning differences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHands-on construction helps many learners with SEND and learning differences grasp shape ideas that are hard to picture from a drawing. Building a sphere or cone piece by piece shows how curved surfaces come together. The open frame pieces make the inside of each shape visible, giving clear visual support. Fitting pieces together also builds fine motor control, and models can be rebuilt as often as a learner needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Magnetic Polydron Sphera Set is available to order from The Dyslexia Shop, a UK specialist in resources for SEND and learning differences, for small group work at school or learning at home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Polydron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58214990545278,"sku":"TA2566","price":93.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6560\/6649\/files\/50-1110-magnetic-polydron-sphera-set-recycled-logo_0ee36981-4dcc-48fb-96fe-ce286b799982.jpg?v=1791972534","url":"https:\/\/www.thedyslexiashop.co.uk\/products\/magnetic-polydron-sphera-set-36-piece","provider":"The Dyslexia Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}