TickiT Colour Bright Sand Timer 10 Minute


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Description

The TickiT® ColourBright Sand Timer 10 Minute is a sturdy, visually engaging tool designed to introduce children to the concept of time in a fun and accessible way. With a modern design that includes a shatterproof plastic casing around the glass bulb, this sand timer combines safety with functionality, making it perfect for use in educational settings, whether at home, in the classroom, or outdoors.

Key Features of the TickiT ColourBright Sand Timer 10 Minute

  • Durable and Safe Design: The timer features a protective shatterproof plastic barrier, surrounding a sleek glass bulb that allows children to observe the sand flow safely. The robust build ensures it withstands the energetic handling of young children.

  • Colour Coding for Easy Identification: Part of the ColourBright range, this 10-minute sand timer is colour-coded to fit with other TickiT ColourBright timers, making it easy to recognise and use alongside other timers with varying time intervals. Clear markings on the end caps indicate the 10-minute time limit.

  • Easy for Young Children to Understand: The timer offers a simple, visual representation of 10 minutes, helping young learners understand and manage time effectively, whether for games, experiments, or activities.

Educational Benefits

The TickiT ColourBright Sand Timer 10 Minute offers a range of educational benefits, supporting various areas of learning:

  1. Maths – Time Management: Children learn the basics of time management and how to measure 10-minute intervals in a visual, hands-on way, which reinforces early maths skills related to time.

  2. Understanding the World – Observation: Watching the sand slowly flow through the timer enhances observation skills, building a natural curiosity about processes and encouraging children to focus and pay attention.

  3. Communication & Language – Reasoning and Patience: Using a timer in activities can help children build reasoning skills as they understand timed intervals, promoting patience and the ability to follow structured, timed activities or instructions.

  4. Enabling Environments – A Practical Learning Resource: This sand timer is perfect for structured learning activities, offering a practical tool that children can engage with independently or as part of a group.

Product Specifications

  • Size: 150mm height x 72mm diameter.
  • Material: Shatterproof plastic casing with a protected glass bulb inside.
  • Colour: Colour coded to match the TickiT ColourBright timer range.
  • Age: Recommended for children aged 3 and above.
  • Included: Single 10-minute sand timer with an information sheet.

Summary

The TickiT® ColourBright Sand Timer 10 Minute offers a safe, engaging way for children to explore the concept of time. Designed with durability and ease of use in mind, it’s a fantastic tool for a range of learning activities, including maths, science, and language development. Whether timing tasks, playing games, or conducting experiments, this timer is a valuable addition to any educational environment, helping children develop key skills in observation, reasoning, and patience.

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