{"product_id":"shimmer-shine","title":"Shimmer \u0026 Shine","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShimmer \u0026amp; Shine brings a vibrant, multi-color chickpea mix to life, turning everyday play into a tactile learning moment. This 250g–450g bundle of colored chickpeas is perfect for sensory-rich activities that kids actually feel and remember, from scooping and pouring to sorting and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy shoppers choose Shimmer \u0026amp; Shine: a durable, color-rich sensory material that fits neatly into play-based learning routines. Use it to create engaging, hands-on experiences that reinforce early math, language, and fine motor skills—while keeping exploration imaginative and fun. Pair it with our mermaid or fairy busy bags to elevate themed activities and unlock creative play narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat sets it apart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibrant colors from UKCA-tested paints:\u003c\/strong\u003e The chickpeas are colored with paints that meet UKCA standards, delivering lasting visual appeal during repeated play sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEducational, not edible:\u003c\/strong\u003e The chickpeas themselves are not tested for consumption and are intended as a learning aid used under parental supervision, making them a safe sensory tool for exploration rather than a toy to mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible quantity for varied setups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each lot weighs between 250g and 450g, letting you start with a small sensory activity or fill a larger bin for extended engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for hands-on learning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for color sorting, patterning, counting, and fine motor practice as children scoop, pour, roll, and separate the beans.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThemed learning moments:\u003c\/strong\u003e When paired with mermaid or fairy busy bags, it becomes a gateway to storytelling, vocabulary expansion, and role-play in underwater or magical worlds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eParents creating home sensory bins, preschool teachers planning classroom centers, and therapists integrating tactile play into sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChildren who benefit from hands-on exploration to build color recognition, early numeracy, and motor skills.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearning environments that emphasize creative play, narrative-based activities, and independent or guided discovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSafety, care, and best practices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant safety note: while the colors are applied with UKCA-tested paints, the chickpeas themselves are not tested for ingestion. Use as a learning aid under parental supervision and do not give to children under three years old to consume. After use, store in a resealable container to preserve color and texture for future sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePro tips for maximum impact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMix a fresh portion with a pinch of other small, non-edible manipulatives (like buttons or beads) to enrich sorting and sorting-speed challenges.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffer kid-sized scoops, small bowls, and funnels to build hand strength and hand-eye coordination during transfer activities.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduce storytelling prompts tied to mermaid or fairy themes to extend language development and imaginative play.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRotate colors or introduce color-matching challenges to keep sessions fresh and encourage memory skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Little Munchkins Playdough","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":58093263585664,"sku":"4647038130","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"450g","offer_id":58093263618432,"sku":"4647038131","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2618\/8968\/files\/image_400021e7-a444-4194-97c0-4452cbe5a064.png?v=1778763889","url":"https:\/\/mimi-bear.com\/products\/shimmer-shine","provider":"Mimibear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}