{"product_id":"autumn-mix","title":"Autumn Mix","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Mix brings a warm, seasonal palette to your child’s playtime—a 250g–450g collection of chickpeas colored with UKCA-tested paints for engaging, color-rich sensory exploration. This isn’t just a toy; it’s a versatile learning toolkit that transforms ordinary play into meaningful skill practice while staying simple and mess-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat makes this mix stand out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn-inspired colors\u003c\/strong\u003e handcrafted in a variety of hues that evoke harvest time—perfect for color recognition, sorting, and patterning activities.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePainted for play, not for eating\u003c\/strong\u003e the colors are applied with UKCA-tested paints. The chickpeas themselves are not tested for ingestion, so parental supervision is essential when using this as a learning aid.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible weight range\u003c\/strong\u003e each batch varies between 250g and 450g, giving you a generous, reusable resource for multiple activities—home, classroom, or therapy settings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for play-based learning\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for busy bags, sensory bins, and hands-on tasks that build fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and early math concepts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdeal use cases and practical benefits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensory and tactile exploration\u003c\/strong\u003e let little hands feel the different textures, scoop and pour, and explore correspondences between color and quantity.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor sorting and sequencing\u003c\/strong\u003e create engaging challenges—group by shade, build color ladders, or arrange in rainbow-like orders to build cognitive connections.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly math and literacy prep\u003c\/strong\u003e use the chickpeas for counting, one-to-one correspondence, basic addition and subtraction, and even simple patterning exercises in a tactile format.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStory prompts and imaginative play\u003c\/strong\u003e incorporate the colors into narratives—“the autumn harvest” or “leave-fairy gathering”—to boost language and storytelling skills.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom and therapy-friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e a practical resource for centers, speech or occupational therapy activities, and one-on-one learning sessions with clear, visible color cues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips for best results\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeep the mix in a dry, sealed container between uses to preserve color integrity and prevent moisture that could affect texture.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePair with simple tools like scoops, bowls, or tongs to enhance fine motor development and precise grip.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAlways supervise young children during play. The product is a learning aid and is not intended for consumption, especially for children under three.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRotate with other sensory materials to maintain interest and extend learning opportunities across different activities and lessons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutumn Mix is the perfect companion for parents, teachers, and therapists who want to unlock hands-on learning through play. Its vibrant colors and tactile engagement invite curiosity, while structured activities built around this set help develop essential early skills in a fun, meaningful way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Little Munchkins Playdough","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":58093269680512,"sku":"3148353714","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"450g","offer_id":58093269713280,"sku":"3148353715","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2618\/8968\/files\/image_76cc7754-9a10-433e-b2d1-246b59ff27c3.jpg?v=1778763921","url":"https:\/\/mimi-bear.com\/products\/autumn-mix","provider":"Mimibear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}