Asco Educational Supplies Autumn 2014 Brochure

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autumn supplement to our 2014 catalogue

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1. Traffic Tack Design KZ86 £22.40 set

2. Moo & Baa Tack Design KZ87 £22.40 set

Hammer and Tack Design Boards Children can create their own fun scenes using the hammer to tack the colourful wooden pieces to the sturdy cork board. Each set includes 45 wooden pieces, a cork board, wooden hammer and plenty of tacks! Board measures: 25.5 x 25.5cm

3. Doorbell House This charming cottage features four electronic doorbell sounds, four unique locks with matching keys, and includes four poseable play people. Ring the doorbells, match the numbered keys to the correct doors, unlock the doors and store the people in their own compartments! The keys are attached to the house with a handy strap, so they won’t get lost. 2AAA batteries required. H22 x W17 x D17cm Age 3+

KZ89 £19.99 set

5. Threading Zoo Animals Help the zebra get his stripes back, the lion grow his mane and the crocodile get his scales! These easy to hold wooden Threading Zoo Animals are perfect for encouraging concentration and fine motor skills. Lion measures 18 x 16.5cm.

KZ94 £17.40 set of 3

4. Beehives This delightful wooden Beehive game provides lots of fun and some excellent fine motor skill practice. Children can start by matching the coloured bees to the correct colour hive using the tweezers. The honeycombs can also be stacked together which makes it a bit trickier. See if you can use the tweezers to remove the bees from their homes too! Each hive approx: 5 x 6 x 5cm Age 3+

KZ88 £21.75 set

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1. Magnetic Tree Maze KZ95 £17.50 each

2. Magnetic Town Maze KZ96 £17.50 each

Magnetic Maze BoardsThese bright and beautifully designed magnetic maze boards are great for helping train concentration, fine motor skills and colour matching. Boards measure: 25 x 21.5cm.

Sensory Mood Shapes Children will be mesmerized with these aesthetically pleasing illuminated shapes. Using the handheld controller, the shapes can be made to change colour and strobe, providing mood inducing light as they fade through the colour spectrum. Ultra-strong, lightweight, portable and waterproof; the tactile shapes can be sat on, picked up or taken outdoors. All shapes fit on a recharge station. With a 6 hour charge cycle they can be lifted off their base station and used wherever required, providing 8 hours of light.

6. Sensory Mood Ball Dia. 40cm.CG16 £79.99 each

7. Sensory Mood Pebble 40 x 40 x 20cm. CG17 £69.99 each

8. Sensory Mood Pyramid 26 x 26 x 48cm.CG18 £69.99 each

9. Sensory Mood Egg 30 x 30 x 42cm CG17 £79.99 each

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3. Reflective Sensory BallsThese stainless steel mirrored balls are hollow, lightweight and perfect for outdoor use. With their convex mirror-effect, the different sized balls inspire exploration through shape, texture and reflection. Set includes 4 balls which measure 6, 8, 10 and 15cm in diameter.

CG33 £24.99 set of 4

4. Textured CG34 £12.99 set of 4

5. Irregular Bounce CG35 £10.99 set of 4

Sensory Light Ball SetsChildren of all ages will love to play with these sensory balls that light up and flash when bounced. The two designs include textured balls (10cm) with different surface patterns to explore, and irregular bounce balls (7cm) which hop and deflect at odd angles.

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3. Make-it-Disappear Box What’s in the box? Two openings with fabric covering give access to feel around for the secret contents. Open the box door to discover what is inside. Little ones can also have fun making objects disappear with the included slide-in panel with 9 geometric shaped openings and matching wooden shapes. The sturdy box is made from birch plywood and lined on the bottom inside with carpet to reduce noise. W30 x H30 x D30cm. Age 1+

CG39 £142.80 set

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4. My First Multi-Play Activity CubeWith a bead frame, maze, shape sorter, Tic-Tac-Toe and abacus, this beautiful activity cube offers endless opportunites for developing manipulative skills as well as encouraging cooperative play. The bead frame play top can also be reversed and neatly stored inside the base. H37 x W20 x D20cm Age 18 months+

CG38 £39.99 each

2. Weaving CircleWhether weaving patterns, exploring geometric shapes or sequences, this robust weaving circle is a fun way to teach children content while promoting fine motor skills! Includes 3 brightly coloured weaving strings. Dia. 18cm. Age 3+

CG36 £14.60 each

1. NavitrackNavitrack is a wall-mounted marble run, with nine movable wooden bars through which children can “navigate” the ball from top to bottom. Small ball traps and secret passageways make it a special experience to watch the ball roll. W58 x H40 x D7cm Age 3+

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5AUTUMN NEW ITEMS1. SquigzThis unique and incredibly tactile “suction construction” toy will provide hours of playful creative experimentation. Made from squishable silicone, Squigz push together and make a satisfying popping sound when they are pulled apart. They will also stick to almost any flat surface without leaving marks, and are flexible to make all kinds of bendy, abstract structures. Age 3+

CG40 £48.00 set of 50

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KORXXThese strong, light building blocks make it easier to build constructions which are not perfectly stacked. The lightness of the blocks, together with their surface friction allow them to be stacked imperfectly at different angles, making them ideal for younger children as it reduces frustration. The blocks have bevelled edges and polished surfaces. Age 3+ (suitable for 2+ under adult supervision).

1. Korxx S 40 large (12 x 6 x 3cm) and 10 small (6 x 6 x 3cm) cuboid blocks in a felt box. CW27 £97.50 set

2. Korxx Classic 40 large (12 x 6 x 3cm) and 40 small (6 x 6 x 3cm) cuboid blocks in a wooden box. CW28 £149.50 set

3. Korxx Forms Colour 28 bricks in assorted colours and shapes. Column brick measures 9cm high. CW51 £52.50 set

4. Korxx Curves 50 assorted oval and round shaped bricks in a felt box. Large oval block measures 12 x 6 x 3cm. CW52 £97.50 set

5. Korxx Forms 60 different shaped blocks in a cotton bag. Column block measures 9cm high. CW50 £97.50 set

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1. Pip SquigzMade of high quality silicone, Pip Squigz connect to any smooth surface with a simple push, and pull apart wiith a satisfying ‘pop’. A perfect first toy for babies, each of the 3 Pip Squigz is a different playful colour, shape and texture. And they rattle! Babies delight in the movement, sounds and textures, encouraging exploration and sensory awareness. Dishwasher safe. 6 months +

KA60 £18.40 set of 3

2. High Sea SymphonyThese four friendly, easy-to-hold wooden instuments are ideal for introducing music and movement to little ones. Toddlers will love creating sounds and rhythms as they shake the seahorse, clack the clams, jingle the octopus and rattle the crab! Age 18 months +

KA61 £19.99 set of 4

Nursery Dressing-Up CapesWith these capes, even tiny tots can dress up! With large Velcro-fastening collars, the costumes are quick and easy to put on and take off. Washable at 30°C Age 18 months +

4. Early Melodies Pound and Tap BenchPound the balls and they drop on the xylophone, tinkling out a pleasant scale of notes as they spill out the side. Toddlers can also pull out the xylophone and tap directly on the keys. 24 x 15 x 13.5 cm 12 months +

KA64 £22.00 set

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3. FrogKA62 £15.10 each

4. LadybirdKA63 £15.10 each

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1. Nesting and Sorting GaragesStacking meets imaginative play and numeracy with this innovative nesting play set! The graduated garages can be arranged to make a colourful town, or stacked to make a tower that is packed with learning opportunities. Includes 7 garages and wooden cars that match in colour, size and number. Garages nest for neat and easy storage. Largest garage is 13.3cm. Age 2+

KA65 £19.95 set

2. Stack and Count Parking GarageStack the 10 wooden chunky vehicles in the parking garage and count them with the sliding level counter. Raise the barrier to remove a car and watch the cars drop down and the counter point to a lower number! H30 x W12.5 x D7.5cm Age 3+

KA66 £14.99 set

3. Number Discovery BoxesChildren get an irresistible introduction to numbers with these discovery-filled activity boxes! When tots lift the lids, they find numerals and fun-to-squeak animals that represent numbers from 1 to 5. Plus, numbers and counting dots on the outside of the boxes help little ones build early number sense! Five surface washable vinyl boxes in graduated sizes. Largest box is 12cm. Age 12 months +

TL96 £59.25 set

4. The Three Little Pigs Play SetExperience the classic story of The Three Little Pigs again and again with these three nesting houses with self-stick fabric closures, a fall through chimney, three squeaking pigs and a wolf! All pieces store conveniently in the large house with a chunky handle. Houses are machine washable. Story sheet included. Large house: H22 x W15 x D12cm Age 18 months +

KW74 £24.99 set

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Large Wooden TrainThis large ride on train is perfect for little train drivers! With extra built-in casters, the train can move around freely. The attachable, sturdy trailer features slots designed to securely hold the wooden crate, ideal for transporting bricks or passengers. For a comfortable ride, cushions made to fit perfectly into the wooden crate are available in blue, orange and green and are covered in a durable, easy to clean PVC fabric. Age 18 months +

2. Wooden Train 47 x 25 x 33cmCG02 £150.00 each

3. Trailer 37.5 x 25 x 11.5cm CG03 £61.95 each

4. Wooden Crate 30 x 23 x 8.5cm CG04 £31.80 each

5. Cushion Please specify colour using the suffix: 01 blue, 02 green, 03 orange. CG05 £18.00 each

1. Conveyor BeltThis sturdy, height adjustable conveyor belt is great for transporting bricks, or even for role play at the checkout! Both versatile and durable, the conveyor belt is made from birch wood and rubber. 120 x 30cm Belt width: 20cm Top height: 68cm

CG01 £465.00 each

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Squeezy Soft Rubber AnimalsSpecially designed for young children, with safety testing from 0+, these attractive sets have been individually handcrafted using environmentally friendly rubber. Each animal is flexible to the touch with squeezy soft bodies and are beautifully painted. Elephant measures 20cm.

3. KZ82 Farm Animals £14.99 set

4. KZ83 Jungle Animals £19.99 set

5. KZ84 Ocean Animals £19.99 set


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2. Organic Farm PlaysetThis lovely organic wooden farm set introduces children to free ranging, composting and animals they love at the farm! Fully collapsable cardboard base for easy storage. 53 pieces. Board measures approx. 49cm diameter. Age 2+

CG42 £44.00 set

1. Ramp RacerChildren will be fascinated while watching the cars zoom from ramp to ramp! With engaging repetitive play value, this classic wooden toy is great for developing fine motor skills and hand eye coordination. Includes 4 wooden cars. 28 x 10 x 28cm Age 18 months +

CG41 £26.00 set

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Action Trays and PoolA stimulating sensory play areaBig enough to allow little ones to pour, shovel and be immersed in its contents, the Action Tray is ideal for all sorts of sensory and messy play! To contain any sensory materials from the action tray going all over the room, the outer pool offers children a safe and easy to clean space to feel, play and discover. Collapsable for easy storage, the sides and base mat of the pool are fixed with velcro while the corners are secured using zips.

1. Large Action Tray Equipped with clip on wheels. L74.5 x W54 x H15cmCG27 £45.35 each

2. Small Action Tray L70.5 x W40 x H16.5cmCG43 £20.71 each

3. Large Outer Pool L180 x W120 x H28cmCG26 £214.18 each

4. Small Outer Pool L120 x W90 x H28cmCG31 £177.89 each

Tuff Tray and StandDurable, practical and great for small world play and containing messy activities! This Tuff Tray comes with a sturdy metal stand which can be adjusted to 45, 55 or 65cm high to suit children of different ages. Tuff Tray Dia. 97cmCG45 £69.95 each

Tuff Tray CoverA durable, lightweight, water repellent cover with strong elasticised edges, designed to fit snugly over the Tuff Tray.CG46 £17.95 each

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5. Thera Beans Hygienic plastic beans made from polypropylene, ideal for developing tactile perception. Can be washed in a machine at 30°C and disinfected. 5kg bag.CG44 £94.50 each

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11AUTUMN NEW ITEMS1. Gelli Baff ‘Messy Play Slime’Similar to the existing Gelli Baff concept, Messy Play Slime is a completely safe, UK manufactured powder that turns ordinary water into glorious, colourful slime! Messy Play Slime creates a completely different texture and feel and turns the water into a gooey, drippy, oozy messy play area. Unlike Gellibaff, the slime does not need a second powder to dissolve the solution, instead you just add more water making it simple to use.1kg container.

SW5601 Red £27.00 tubSW5602 Green £27.00 tubSW5603 Blue £27.00 tub

6. Slick SandSlick Sand is great for sand and water tables and makes hours of fun! Slick Sand will not get wet! So when you pour water on it, the water will stay on top and flow, instead of wetting the sand and sinking down as happens with ordinary play sand. 5lb tub includes 1lb each of red, yellow, blue, green and purple sand. Slick Sand is safe and non-toxic. Age 3+SW33 £25.00 tub

5. Water MarblesDrop these colourful Water Marbles in a cup of water and watch in amazement as they grow over 200 times in size! In a matter of hours, you will have hundreds of beautiful, full size slippery Water Marbles. The warmer the water, the faster they hydrate. Throw them, roll them, bounce them and catch them. They are reusable and can be dried out and hydrated over and over again! Water Marbles are non-toxic and safe. Age 3+SW32 £12.40 tub

Washable Sensory Play MaterialsChildren will love to explore their tactile sense with these textured play materials! The complete range includes 3 different types of materials—hard & bumpy, soft & pliable, sandy & smooth—perfect for use with the Action Tray. Best of all, each material is fully washable, so they can be reused for years to come! Sensory trays not included. Age 3+

2. Sensory BeadsSW53 £59.25 bag

3. Sensory BallsSW54 £63.75 bag

4. Sensory Noodles SW55 £59.25 bag

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12 AUTUMN NEW ITEMSOutdoor WickerCreate beautiful settings for outdoor play with this range of hand woven wicker products. All units are made up of panels which are hand woven onto metal frames for extra stability. Supplied flat packed with sturdy ties for simple assembly. Plastic feet are also included to allow indoor use. Accessories not included.

1. Wicker Wigwam This 4 panel Wicker Wigwam provides the perfect den or hideaway! W122 x H200cmSZ47 £235.00 each

2. Wicker Hut A Wicker Hut made up from 3 wall panels, 2 window panels, 1 door panel and 6 roof panels. W156 x H159cmSZ48 £259.95 each

3. Small Wicker Castle 4 panels: 1 plain wall, 2 window panels, 1 doorway panel. W100 x H100cmSZ49 £235.00 each

4. Large Wicker Castle 6 panels: 3 plain wall panels, 2 window panels and 1 doorway panel. W213 x H100cmSZ50 £279.95 each

5. Water WallCreate a splashing good time in your outdoor play area with this free-standing water wall! Water runs from the water tank at the top of the unit and down the various chutes and tubes, where children can have fun experimenting with water paths. L250 x H150cm. SU05 £1385.50 each

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4. Discovery TableThis free-standing sensory table can be used for sand and water play, messy play, or for examining tiny wildlife! The unit features a robust timber frame and a see-through perspex bowl, perfect for studying all sorts of things. The table can also be easily emptied using the tap at the bottom. Includes lid and two chutes. W73 x L 73 x H50cm. SU09 £288.90 each

1. Wellie TreeThis fun Wellie Tree features enough wooden ‘branches’ to hold a whole nursery’s worth of wellies, as well as a useful shelf for your other storage needs. The wheels on the unit mean it can easily be transported outside and loaded up with wellies after playtime, then brought back inside to keep them safe and dry. W50 x L150 x H150cm. SU06 £447.52 each

3. Copy CatThis double-sided chalkboard provides a fun way of bringing writing practice and creativity outdoors. The Copy Cat has two chalkboard panels side by side so one child or adult can write or draw on one panel, while another child copies the image onto their own panel. W30 x L131 x H110cm. SU08 £299.80 each

2. Hexagonal PlanterThis unique Hexaganal wheel planter is divided into 6 growing areas, offering plenty of space for a variety of plants. Perfect for accessibility, even the smallest of gardeners can get involved! D20 x L140cm. SU07 £150.87 each

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14 AUTUMN NEW ITEMS1. Vowel OwlsChildren will love sorting picture cards into these six adorable vowel owls — one each for a, e, i, o, and u, and one blank to represent y. The blank owl can also be used to distinguish between long and short sounds for a certain vowel. Owls: L10 x H7.5cm Ages 3+

TL97 £18.95 set

2. Feely Fabric LettersGreat for letter awareness and recognition, these tactile letters are ideal for supporting phonics, alphabet activities and for simple word building, and they are perfect for pegging on a washing line! includes a full lowercase alphabet measuring 10.5-17cm high and comes in a handy storage bag.

TL98 £30.00 set

Feels-Write StonesThese beautiful stones offer a tactile and visual way of introducing young children to letter and number formation. Each stone measures 7.5-13.5cm and is carefully engraved to provide important sensory feedback. Perfect for learning to write and building fine motor skills, children will enjoy tracing each formation again and again!

4. Alphabet StonesTR21 £50.00 set of 26

5. Number Stones TR22 £28.00 set of 10

3. Ladybird Counting StonesDevelop early numeracy skills with these attractive Ladybird stones. Durable and weatherproof, they can be used to explore counting to 20, odd and even numbers, and addition and subtraction. Includes two sets of 0-10 number ladybirds measuring 5cm.

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1. Hour-Glass ExperimentsGet children excited about time, measurements and volume with this hands-on set! Specially designed for little researchers, children can put together their own sand timer and learn to measure the time it keeps. Using the various sized bottles and trickle discs which affect the speed of the sand, they can compare or change the sand timers to make them measure a different amount of time. Includes 1500g of sand, 2 PET bottles in each 100ml, 200ml, 300ml and 500ml, 4 plastic adaptors, 1 plastic funnel, 1 measuring jug, 4 sets of 6 different plastic trickle discs and an instruction leaflet. Comes in plastic storage box. Age 3+

CG06 £79.99 set

2. Measuring SnakesThese colourful snakes offer a fun and interesting way to introduce young children to the key ideas of measurement and explore estimating, comparing and measuring. Each set includes 10 snakes which are colour-coded into 5 different lengths— 20, 40, 60, 80 and 100cm.

TR25 £50.00 set

3. Squeezy TweezersSpecially designed to strengthen muscles in little hands and fingers, children simply squeeze the body and the tweezer opens! With their unique scoop, they are ideal for picking up a variety of objects including buttons, beads, small stones or even sand. 12cm Squeezy Tweezers come in six bright colours. Age 3+

TL34 £9.95 set of 6

4. Children’s TorchesThese sturdy plastic, 16cm torches are lightweight and sized for children’s hands! Each uses 2 “AA” Batteries (not included).

TR02 £19.95 set of 6

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Dinosaur TOOBSSet the scene for dinosaur adventures with these collections of individually hand painted and detailed small figures! Each set comes in a handy reusable acetate tube that snaps open and closed for easy storage. Figures: H4 - 7.5cm. Ages 3+

5. Dino TOOBIncludes 12 Dinosaurs.KZ97 £11.00 set

6. Dinosaur Skulls TOOB Contains 11 Dinosaur skulls. KZ98 £11.00 set

3. Dinosaur Bones Discovery SetThese Dinosaur Bones are just waiting to be discovered by budding palaentologists! Bury them in sand or soil and they will instantly appeal to children’s instincts to explore, investigate, sort, colllect and measure. Cast from a durable and unique mix, the set includes 16 bones - two of each size: 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20cm. KZ99 £30.00 set

4. Match and Measure Activity CardsEncourage children to match, count, compare, order and measure the bones they discover with these exciting activity cards. Made from durable PVC, the cards are ideal to use outdoors. Includes 16 colourful plastic cards. 27.5 x 21cm. TR34 £15.00 set

1. Bamboo DinosaursTake a trip back to the Jurassic ages with these colourful and beautifully crafted Bamboo Dinosaurs. Set includes Velociraptor, T-Rex, Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus and Triceratops (play mat not included). Ages 2+

KZ32 £40.00 set

2. Squeezy Soft DinosaursSpecially designed for younger children, each Dinosaur is flexible to the touch with squeezy soft bodies and are beautifully painted. Stegosaurus measures 29cm. Ages 0+

KZ85 £19.99 set

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