Velcro game ‘The Seasons of the Apricot’

About the game

How does the apricot tree change throughout the year? In spring, the flowers appear; in summer, the apricots ripen; in autumn, the leaves change colour; and in winter, nature rests. Help the tree change with the seasons!

‘The Seasons of the Apricot Tree’ is a 3D Velcro game: the child decorates the tree according to the season with flowers, leaves, fruit, birds and bees, and selects figures of children in seasonal clothing.

One tree — four different seasons and countless opportunities to talk about changes in nature.

In the set

• a 3D wooden model measuring 23 × 17 cm depicting the four seasons (2 parts and a stand)
• 8 figurines of children dressed for each season, with stands
• 40 pieces with Velcro fastenings: birds, apricots, leaves, flowers, bees
• 59 pieces in total

How to play

1. Assemble the tree and turn it to the correct season.
2. The child decorates the tree with seasonal decorations.
3. Place the children next to the tree in seasonal clothing.

Where to start

Start with the current season outside the window. Move on to the other seasons gradually.

Game variations

• ‘What time of year is it now?’;
• ‘When are the leaves green?’;
• dress the children according to the season;
• come up with names and a story for the children.

What children can practise

• the seasons and nature
• speech
• fine motor skills

Who it’s for

Children aged 3 and over; at home, at kindergarten, or during lessons with a teacher.

Material

Wood-based board (pressed wood), bright print.