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These are skills that are essential for children to advance in order to succeed in school and life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGender-Inclusive Craft Kits for Boys and Girls\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Play Card Co understands that play-based learning is an important part of a child’s development, regardless of gender. Our kits are designed to provide engaging and fun learning experiences for boys and girls without the stereotype. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are committed to providing fun, engaging and gender-inclusive craft kits that promote inclusivity at all times. Our resources emphasise gender inclusivity and promote opportunities for kids to explore their creativity and teach important life skills, such as how to follow instructions and take on challenges, how \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/collections\/simple-science\"\u003escience\u003c\/a\u003e is all around us, and how to use tools responsibly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrowse the Collection of Arts and Craft Toys Today \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Play Card Co offers activities designed to promote creativity and screen-free learning for babies and toddlers. This provides an opportunity for parents and caregivers to engage in meaningful play with their little ones and support their development. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our activities collection and order today for endless inspiration and fun. 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We believe that play is an important part of a child's development and that it should be encouraged in any educational environment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead on to discover just how your little ones can learn and have fun at the same time with our collection of affordable and educational card-based resources. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFun, Educational Card Games for Kids of All Ages\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur gorgeous range offers an extensive collection of educational card games for kids, along with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/collections\/craft-activities\"\u003ecraft\u003c\/a\u003e activities that promote hours of screen-free playtime. The prompts come in a variety of different game types, with each one designed to be scholastic, fun, and interactive. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFor younger children,\u003c\/b\u003e the cards offer tactile and visual prompts such as Tummy Timer, which inspires rolling and fun with new movements; and Recipe Ideas – think fun with slime, cooking with dirt, and making homemade glue from things lying around the house. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFor older children,\u003c\/b\u003e our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/collections\/bundles\"\u003ebundles\u003c\/a\u003e offer more complex games such as Supermarket Science, which combines chemistry, colour theory and art therapy; and Exploration prompts that encourage nature play, self-regulation and problem-solving. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAside from the hours of fun to be had, our kids card games are aimed at developing cognitive, motor, social, and emotional skills, as well as bonding without the need for tablet screens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Educational Benefits of Card Games for Kids\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many educational benefits of using our kits, which have been carefully designed to support children's learning and development through interactive play: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCognitive skills,\u003c\/b\u003e such as problem-solving, critical thinking and reasoning, can be developed through our visual prompts. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMotor skills,\u003c\/b\u003e such as eye-hand coordination, visual discrimination, and fine motor skills, can be nurtured and refined through our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/collections\/sensory-play-ideas\"\u003esensory kits\u003c\/a\u003e, too, which are the perfect blend of fun and educational. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSocial skills,\u003c\/b\u003e such as cooperation, communication and turn-taking are vital, especially as they head toward school age. With our toys, players learn to interact with each other and develop skills such as negotiation and conflict resolution. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEmotional skills,\u003c\/b\u003e such as self-regulation and empathy, can also be developed through play. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat’s more, our collection encourages creativity and imagination by transforming simple household objects into magical, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/collections\/simple-science\"\u003escience-based\u003c\/a\u003e experiences. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eShop Our Kids Card Games Today \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore The Play Card Co's collection of educational and fun resources for screen-free activities for your kids. 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Then get ready to blast off on a scientific journey with our awesome range of science toys. From things that fizz to things that go bang, our toys are not only cool but also super educational. Whether your child is a budding mad scientist or just loves to explore, our science toys are the perfect way to spark curiosity and inspire a lifelong love of learning. So come on, join us on this wild ride of discovery, and let's explore the wonders of science together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnleash your child's curiosity with our Science kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur super rad \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/collections\/simple-science\/products\/science-bundle\" title=\"science kit with science toys and over 20 science experiment ideas\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/collections\/simple-science\/products\/science-bundle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003escience kits \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eare jam-packed with cool experiments and activities that will make science a blast for your child. From making their own crystals to building a rocket, our kits are the perfect way to turn regular household objects into scientific experiments. Plus, your kid will become the coolest scientist on the block! So, why not join us on a wild adventure of discovery and let your child's imagination soar with our awesome science kits? Let's rock it, science style!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eExplore the fascinating world of science with simple experiments \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐣\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur experiments will truly blow your mind. Our exciting, yet simple, experiments will take you on a journey through the wonders of science, as you mix, measure, and watch in amazement as the magic unfolds before your very eyes. With colorful explosions, bubbling potions, and unexpected reactions, our experiments are a feast for the senses and a true delight for all aspiring scientists. So grab your lab coat, grab your goggles, and get ready to experience the thrill of discovery like never before!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eON THE BLOG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/blogs\/news\/fizz-tastic-science-toys-you-already-have-at-home\" title=\"science experiments at home using science toys\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFizz-tastic Science toys \u0026amp; Experiments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/blogs\/news\/fizz-tastic-science-toys-you-already-have-at-home\" title=\"fizzy science experiments to do at home with your science toys\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3203\/8813\/files\/sciencetoysyoualreadyhaveathome_480x480.jpg?v=1682538544\" alt=\"science toys you already have at home\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/blogs\/news\/5-benefits-of-science-toys-and-experiments-for-early-childhood-development\" title=\"Benefits of science toys and experiments\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Benefits of Science and Experiments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/blogs\/news\/5-benefits-of-science-toys-and-experiments-for-early-childhood-development\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"5 benefits of Science Toys and Experiments for Early Childhood Development\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3203\/8813\/files\/benefits-of-science-toys-and-experiments_480x480.jpg?v=1682512455\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2023-04-16T15:37:30+10:00","alt":"kid using a science kit to do simple science experiments at home","width":1200,"height":800,"src":"\/\/www.theplaycardco.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/easy-science-experiments-for-kids.jpg?v=1682050910"}},{"id":271657468061,"handle":"the-growth-collection","updated_at":"2025-04-03T04:30:04+11:00","published_at":"2021-07-02T14:41:41+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"THE GROWTH COLLECTION","body_html":"\u003cdiv\u003eA deck of cards for every developmental stage!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eFrom newborn (The Tummy Timer) to preschooler (The Explorer), we have you covered.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 60px; top: 25.5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2021-10-07T20:39:37+11:00","alt":"Simple play ideas and activities for the whole family. 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By this stage, they’ve (hopefully) learned that knives are sharp, nail-polish isn’t lipstick, and the dog would prefer to not share his water bowl with a human. They can follow instructions (mostly) and play independently.
The ‘explorer’ deck is bursting with ideas for natural exploration and independent play, all while teaching problem-solving skills in a fun and engaging way. You’ll find simple and safe science experiments, unexpected adventures, and family game ideas.
Recommended for children aged 4+ years or older. All activities must be done under adult supervision.
This deck includes: • 24 inspired play cards • 1 instruction card • A sliding draw box with easy-to-pull ribbon
Like all our cards, on the back you will find: • Teacher talk: a quick list of developmental areas the activity focuses on • Switch it up: ways to change the activity based on different needs • Hot tips: little tricks to make it a success (think clean up ideas, safety advice, alternative resources to use)
The older they get, the more challenging it is to satisfy their increasing curiosity!
It's a familiar phase where they're too grown for simpler games but still need safe, stimulating play options that cater to their evolving problem-solving skills and sense of adventure.
"The Explorer" deck is your answer to this dynamic phase of growth.
This collection of 24 flashcards is filled with activities tailored for the 4+ age group, offering a blend of natural exploration, safe science experiments, and interactive family games.
Each card is a doorway to discovery, using everyday household items to craft experiences that are not only fun but also educational, nurturing their problem-solving abilities and independent play skills.
Imagine your child’s excitement as they delve into new adventures, each card offering a unique journey of exploration and learning.
"The Explorer" is more than just a playtime companion; it’s a tool that fosters your child’s independence, creativity, and cognitive growth, all while bringing the family together in a world of fun and discovery.
Photos from our adventurous Explorers!
Multi-Award Winning
The Play Card has been showered with awards in play, education,
and children's activities! It's like a high-five for our fun and
creative approach to learning and playtime.
