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Etsy Find: Arctic Playscape

082709-arctic-playscape-1.jpgOne of our favorite elements of the Waldorf learning approach is the nature table: a special hands-on place for children to visualize and display the changing seasons. This Arctic playscape -- complete with Aurora borealis -- is a lovely way to celebrate winter. (Er, this is where we have to confess we're already thinking about winter.)

 
 

082709-arctic-playscape-2.jpgDesigned for children ages three and up, this 10x10 inch playscape incorporates batik, vintage linen, and alpaca felt representing the variety of Arctic terrain -- snow, lichen, even an ice floe. Sturdily sewn, it encourages little hands to explore its cave and crevice. Just add small toy polar bears, beluga whales, harp seals and walruses for hours of imaginative play.

Custom orders for other sizes and seasons are also available.

$30 at Rumpos's Etsy shop.

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toys - toddler, toys - kids, nature, Waldorf

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I think my child would look at this as a Hoth battle playset.

posted by JCSC on August 27th 2009 at 2:47pm
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I won one of these playscapes at another blog's random drawing. I chose an Under the Sea theme for my son and it is absolutely gorgeous. Even when he's not arranging his fish replicas on it, it looks lovely on his dresser.

posted by sogladimhere on August 27th 2009 at 3:05pm
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How wonderful, I just ordered one for each season! I can't wait to get them and play, ahmmm... I mean the kids can't wait to play! I love seeing great handmade items getting the attention they deserve!
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posted by Beccijo on August 28th 2009 at 7:43am
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These playscapes are beautiful and look so fun to play with...she even has some really tiny ones you can wear on your wrist! Great post Tammy!
Wendy
www.birchleafdesigns.etsy.com

posted by BirchLeaf Designs on August 28th 2009 at 8:20am
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Those playscapes are wonderful!! Bet they bring hours and hours of imaginative play.
Blessings and magic,
Donni
Shop: www.fairyfolk.etsy.com
Blog: www.themagiconions.blogspot.com

posted by The Magic Onions on August 28th 2009 at 8:50am
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