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Teachables - Light Box - 38x26x8cm
MTA Teachers Resource Catalogue Page: 643
Teachables - Light Box - 38x26x8cm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Bring colour and light into your sensory play space with the Teachables Light Box, this compact, lightweight light box is designed for hands-on learning, offering an illuminated surface that transforms transparent resources into captivating, glowing tools for discovery. With a raised outer edge, it also supports light messy play by helping to contain materials during sensory exploration.
Ideal for use with translucent blocks, sensory shapes, liquid-filled toys, and more, this light box encourages children to explore light, shadow, colour mixing, and visual contrast. It includes a USB adaptor and can be powered via mains electricity or a compatible power bank (5V/1A), making it both classroom-friendly and portable. Note: Power bank and additional adaptor not included.
Designed to support a range of sensory and learning activities, the light box is perfect for creating a calm, engaging play environment where children can focus, create, and explore through touch and sight.
Educational Benefits:
- Supports cognitive development through light-based sensory exploration.
- Encourages visual tracking, colour recognition, and scientific inquiry.
- Enhances storytelling, imaginative play, and collaborative investigation.
- Develops perseverance, focus, and curiosity through open-ended play.
Classroom & Play Activity Ideas:
- Use with transparent shapes, blocks, or shells to explore colour mixing and symmetry.
- Place liquid-filled items on the surface and observe how light interacts with movement.
- Integrate into small world play for magical, glowing environments.
- Create light-based art using cellophane, tracing paper, or nature items like leaves and petals.
Product Details:
- Age suitability: 3+ years
- Dimensions: 38(W) x 26(D) x 8(H) cm
- Power: Includes USB adaptor; compatible with mains power or 5V/1A power bank (not included)
- Features: Lightweight, compact design with raised outer edge to support messy play
- Safety: For supervised use only; not suitable for rough handling or outdoor use
Part of the Teachables range, the Light Box is a practical, budget-friendly, and high-quality addition to your early learning toolkit - perfect for enhancing sensory learning and open-ended discovery.





