The shark collection is a set of six different types of Sharks. They are each roughly 16 to 18 cm in length. The shark figurines are safe for children over 3 years. They are phthalate-free and lead-free. The figurines are easy to clean with soap and water. The children will love using them in the water or in the sand. You can use the figurines in school projects and dioramas. The figurines will also add a finishing touch to the décor of a child’s room. Other collections of animals include australian animals and farm animals If you want smaller shark figurines, you should consider the tube of sharks. The dimensions of the polybag containing the shark collection of shark figurines in centimetres are 20.5 x 24 x 6.5 Pretend Play The animal figurines are an invaluable resource in pretend play. Pretend play is an important part of any child’s development. Pretend playing (role playing) does promote social and communication skills. This type of play is a safe way for a child to express themselves. Children explore the world around them through play. They act out scenes that they have seen or imagined. By acting out these scenes, children are also developing language skills. They learn about emotions. Pretend playing encourages problem solving and communication as well as empathy. An inspiration for STEM You can use the realistic animals as a springboard to the zoology component of STEM. The child can be inspired to investigate various questions. They could include where the animal lives, what it eats and how the animal has adapted to live in its environment. These animals just could become the inspiration for a passion in ecology, zoology and other related sciences. Wild Republic The shark collection is a product of Wild Republic. Wild Republic aims to put a smile on your face as well as your child’s with products that celebrate wildlife and make learning fun. They have also put in place eco-friendly strategies to minimise any negative impact.