{"product_id":"fairytale-chick-pea-mix","title":"Fairytale Chick Pea Mix","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn playtime into a magical learning moment with Fairytale Chick Pea Mix. This 250g–450g mix of chickpeas arrives in a spectrum of colors, each coated with UKCA-tested metallic paints. The result? A shimmering, tactile material that invites kids to explore, sort, count, and tell stories as they play.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this mix special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful, tactile learning:\u003c\/strong\u003e a bright range of metallic hues that spark visual engagement and invite hands-on exploration. The smooth, round shapes are perfect for scooping, pouring, rolling, and sorting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports early math and fine motor skills:\u003c\/strong\u003e practice color matching, simple counting, and patterning as children group by shade, create color sequences, or build tiny fairy worlds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStory-driven play:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair with mermaid or fairy busy bags to fuel imaginative narratives, role-play, and language development.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable, reusable play material:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for repeated sessions across learning centers or at-home play; easy to wipe down and store for next time.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety and care:\u003c\/strong\u003e paints are UKCA tested for color fastness; the chickpeas themselves are not tested. This product is intended as a learning aid and should be used under parental supervision. Not recommended for children under three years old to consume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSmart ways to use the Fairytale Chick Pea Mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSensory bins: create a magical scene by pairing with tiny figurines, shells, or beads for tactile fairy-tale play.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eColor sorting and sequencing: invite kids to sort by color family, then build patterns and stories around the orders.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCounting and estimation: estimate how many chickpeas fit in a cup, then count aloud together to reinforce number sense.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreative art: use the chickpeas as stampers by pressing into clay or paint for shimmering textures (adult supervision recommended when paints are present).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSafety and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant: while the dyes are UKCA tested, the chickpeas are not intended for eating. Use with adult supervision, especially for younger children or sensitive learners. After play, rinse and store to reuse in future activities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWho will love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for preschoolers and early elementary students exploring colors, textures, and stories; homeschool families; therapists guiding sensory integration activities; and anyone curating themed, play-based learning experiences—especially fairy- or ocean-themed sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Little Munchkins Playdough","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":58093258310016,"sku":"3263658162","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"450g","offer_id":58093258342784,"sku":"3263658163","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2618\/8968\/files\/image_e4b63f8b-b172-4bd9-a5e4-feb3f8c02d1c.png?v=1778763863","url":"https:\/\/mimi-bear.com\/products\/fairytale-chick-pea-mix","provider":"Mimibear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}