This set of mountain stacking blocks measures 27cm wide x 3.5cm deep x 19cm high. A colourful set that includes 6 mountain stacking blocks. These mountain stacking blocks are a wonderful addition to the classroom. They are excellent for stacking, sorting and pattern making. As well as for open-ended exploratory and loose parts play. They are also suitable for creative and dramatic play! The blocks are made from solid acacia timber and are coloured with beautiful and colourful dyes. Each set is hand cut, so the exact shape and size may vary creating a bespoke resource for play. Suitable for children from the age of 3 years. Blocks support learning in young children. Socially, block play encourages children to make friends, work in a group and cooperate with each other. Physically, block play helps children to develop motor skills, build strength in their fingers and hands, and increase hand and eye co-ordination. They also help children to develop skills in design, representation, balance and stability. Block play can also help to promote language and communication skills, as young children describe and play with their constructions. Basic maths is also developed as children add, subtract and multiply the blocks. Physics is learnt through gravity, balance and also geometry. Blocks make great loose parts and are an integral part of any STEM and STEAM based activity. Creatively, blocks also allow children to design their own constructions and build their own original designs. Blocks can also be used in dramatic play – a simple block can represent almost anything in creative play.