Lacing Figures – Assorted Animal and Object Shapes

Develop fine motor skills through hands-on threading play with these colourful Lacing Figures.

The set includes assorted plastic shapes with holes around the edges for children to thread with a lace. Designs may include animals and familiar objects such as a cat, elephant, butterfly, car, dolphin and other shapes.

The exact figures packed may vary depending on available stock, making each set slightly different.

Features

• Assorted plastic lacing figures
• Includes animal and object shapes
• Designed for threading and lacing activities
• Easy-to-hold shapes for young children
• Encourages repeated hand and finger movements
• Suitable for individual or classroom activities
• Assorted designs may vary from pack to pack

Educational Benefits

Lacing activities may help children develop:

• Fine motor control
• Finger strength and dexterity
• Hand-eye coordination
• Bilateral coordination
• Visual tracking
• Concentration
• Sequencing
• Spatial awareness
• Early sewing movements
• Pre-writing readiness
• Pencil-control skills

Learning Through Lacing

Threading a lace through each hole requires children to coordinate both hands while carefully guiding the lace around the shape.

These movements help strengthen the small muscles used for later tasks such as:

• Holding pencils and crayons
• Using scissors
• Fastening buttons
• Tying shoelaces
• Manipulating small classroom objects
• Completing everyday self-care tasks

Ways to Play

Children can:

• Lace around the edge of each figure
• Practise over-and-under threading
• Count the holes as they lace
• Name and discuss the different animals or objects
• Match figures by theme
• Compare shapes and sizes
• Use the figures for storytelling
• Practise following a threading sequence

Assorted Designs

The figures are supplied in assorted shapes according to available stock.

Possible designs may include:

• Cat
• Elephant
• Butterfly
• Dolphin
• Car
• Other animal or object shapes

The figures shown in product images are examples only. The exact combination supplied is not guaranteed.

Ideal For

• Preschools and nursery schools
• Grade RR and Grade R classrooms
• Fine motor activity stations
• Pre-writing preparation
• Occupational therapy activities
• Home learning
• Quiet-time play
• Threading and lacing activities

Safety Information

Adult supervision is recommended during lacing activities.

Inspect the figures and laces regularly and discontinue use if any piece becomes cracked, broken or damaged.