Shovel, 70 cm
What makes this product special
Toys for learning through play
Play is essential for children’s learning, well-being, and development. Through play, children learn about themselves and the world around them.
Play helps children:
• stay curious
• focus and become absorbed in what they're doing
• take on age-appropriate challenges
• build confidence
We believe children learn best by doing things for themselves:
• by making mistakes
• by getting messy
• by falling down and getting back up again
Resilience, confidence, and courage grow through experience, one small step at a time.
That's why we carefully choose toys that encourage independence, imagination, movement, and social skills — offering just the right balance of support, freedom, and opportunities to grow.
Carefully selected toys
We carefully handpick every toy from the vast world of toys available today. The only toys that make it into our range are ones we'd be happy to give our own children.
Every toy at ToyAcademy should:
• support learning through play
• be made from durable, high-quality materials
• be safe and enjoyable for children to play with
20 years of experience as parents and professionals
We're a Danish company founded in 2005, and we're parents too. We know what it's like to want the very best toys for your children.
Our mission is clear:
Toys should support children’s development, well-being, and confidence through play.
90-day returns
Shop with peace of mind — especially when buying gifts.
You have 90 days to return your purchase, giving you extra flexibility and peace of mind.
If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
Can I come along?
What makes this product special
Suitable for ages 3 yrs. to 6 yrs.
For most kids, the sandbox or the beach is the ultimate playground experience. The sand can be made into tasty cakes, quirky sand castles, or road systems so small cars and trucks can drive around in Sand City.
Get out your shovel and bucket, fine motor skills, and imagination. With the opportunity to explore small creatures at the beach, or mix water and sand, the play possibilities are suddenly endless - and the sand and water develop your child's tactile sense.
The activity supports skill development and is great for your child's well-being:
- Great for getting your child's body moving, which in turn stimulates their gross motor skills.
- Benefits hand-eye coordination, a skill we use for instance when we kick or catch a ball that comes flying at us in the playground, when we cut a straight line line with scissors, or when we want to pour water into a glass without missing.
| Item number | 1169-559-19 |
|---|---|
| Age | 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. |
| Senses | Proprioception |
| Function | Gross motor skills, Hand-eye coordination, Concentration, Body awareness |
| Material | Plastic |
| Maintenance | Hand wash |
| Take it with you | in the garden, to the sandbox, out in the snow , to the beach |
| Size in cm: | 70 cm |
Delivery time: 2-4 business days
We aim to ship your order as quickly as possible. In most cases, you’ll receive it within 2-4 business days. Occasionally, minor delays may occur.
Please note: During busy periods, such as Christmas or Black Friday, delivery times may be slightly longer.
Returns
You have 90 days to return your purchase. That gives you extra peace of mind, especially when buying gifts. If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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