{"product_id":"indigenous-small-world-set","title":"Indigenous Small World Set","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eBring play to life with our Indigenous Small World Set, a meaningful and beautifully crafted collection of animal figures designed to nurture children’s connection to culture, community, and the natural world. Created in collaboration with Alexandra Couchie, a proud member of Nipissing First Nation, each piece features her original artwork inspired by traditional woodland styles and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003ePerfect for small world play, loose parts setups, inquiry learning, or classroom discussions about Indigenous perspectives, this set invites children to explore identity, ecosystems, and empathy through open-ended, imaginative play.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eCrafted from durable wood and printed on both sides, each figure—from the soaring eagle to the wise turtle—offers sensory-rich, tactile learning experiences while celebrating the land and its inhabitants. This set is an invitation to foster respect, curiosity, and cultural inclusion through early childhood education.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e12 Indigenous animal pieces: bear, eagle, turtle, salmon, horse, fox, bison, moose, butterfly, crow, beaver, wolf\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eOriginal artwork by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eAlexandra Couchie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eDouble-sided printing on sustainably sourced wood\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003eEco-friendly and durable finish\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003ePromotes Diversity \u0026amp; Inclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introduces children to Indigenous perspectives and fosters cultural awareness\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eConnects to Nature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourages respect and stewardship of the land\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003eSupports Early Development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds vocabulary, storytelling skills, and emotional connections\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactile \u0026amp; Open-Ended:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for sensory play, small world setups, or classroom provocations\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003eLanguage-Rich Play:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspires dialogue around Indigenous knowledge, animal symbolism, and belonging\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eUsage Ideas:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2377\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003eIntegrate with light tables, story baskets, or natural loose parts\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003ePair with books or songs during Indigenous History Month or National Day for Truth and Reconciliation\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003eUse in dramatic play areas to prompt storytelling and imaginative learning\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003eAdd to outdoor learning spaces for land-based inquiry\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2753\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2753\"\u003eMaterial: Sustainably sourced wood\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003eFinish: Non-toxic, child-safe ink and sealant\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2804\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2806\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003eSize: Varies by animal (approx. 3–5” wide)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003eAge: 3+\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2863\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003eArtist: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003eAlexandra Couchie\u003c\/strong\u003e, Nipissing First Nation\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Just Jigsaws","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42550898983025,"sku":"580-SCJJ030","price":39.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4195\/5185\/files\/img_3033.jpg?v=1761656340","url":"https:\/\/scholarschoice.ca\/fr\/products\/indigenous-small-world-set","provider":"Scholar's Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}