Sensory Swatch Book (V, T)

These rainbow sensory swatch books are intended as a learning aid and consist of a number of swatches of different types of materials chosen either for the way they feel, the way they look or the way they sound when rubbed. I have taken care to provide a variety of sensory experiences including rough or scratchy textures that provide strong feedback. The swatches are fastened together with strong cord threaded through four times for extra strength. A large 35mm rainbow swirl patterned button is used as part of the fastening but is also intended to help attract your child's attention as you start to look through the swatch book.  It is essential that you supervise your child as they use the swatch book to develop their sensory awareness.
 


The swatch book includes 9 pages, 8 of which are double sided providing 17 different fabrics each with its own texture, pattern or colour for your child to experience. The cover features a giraffe. This cloth swatch is backed with smooth giraffe velboa and has space blanket material stitched between its layers so that it can be scrunched to make a crinkle sound. This will also help to attract your child's attention. 


The swatches pictured here are; jungle giraffe, red diamante velour with holographic sequins backed with red metallic lycra that has a rubbery feel, orange felt backed with orange crushed velvet, yellow 'bees' cotton backed by yellow fleece, long pile lime green faux fur backed emerald green shimmer satin, blue dimple plush with a royal blue rip stop nylon backing, this swatch also has space blanket sewn inside to make it crinkle when touched. The purple diamante velour swatch is backed with lavender coloured satin while the pink glitter cotton swatch that has a rough feel has a bright pink, pixilated foil backing and the last swatch is single sided mirrored card. 


Dimensions:  the swatch book measures approximately 10cm x 10cm

Cost:   £8.50

The swatch book has a split ring tied into the cord fastening to allow it to be clipped to the lap pad.  This is a small part and could be a choking hazard to the under 3s. Please check the swatch book carefully before each use and remove any damaged 'pages'.