[{"id":169000435844,"handle":"musical-instruments","title":"Musical Instruments","updated_at":"2021-04-17T17:25:26+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eWooden Musical Instruments and Toys for Babies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your little ones begin their love of music by discovering the joy that comes from making melodies and creating tunes with our wooden musical instruments. At Fauve + Co, we offer a range of beautiful products for toddlers and babies, in line with our eco-friendly values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom birth, babies have fully developed hearing, and this is why they benefit from melodic sounds as a form of engagement and language development. We particularly enjoy using the soothing words of lullabies and the rhythmic tones of an egg shaker and our other music box items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur thoughtfully selected range will stimulate your baby and toddlers' senses, and the quality craftsmanship means they can withstand wear and tear, making them a loved keepsake and constant delight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMake Some Noise With Wooden Musical Toys\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring the little muso out in your child as your little one shows joy in exploring the natural textures and melodies that inspire creative and imaginative play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis inspiring range invites exploration and encourages touch, feel and the freedom of making lots of noise. Not only will your child begin to develop an enjoyment for melodic sounds, but their memory, recall skills and concentration will be stimulated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaring for little ones suggests there will be times when their energy needs channelling into creativity, we've got you covered - with shakers, maracas, tambourine and barbell shakers. Each device is perfectly sized for little hands, creating fun for the whole family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMusical Toys for Babies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find that our toys resonate with natural sound which doesn't pollute the home with too much noise. We particularly like that they have a calming effect and nourish your little one's creativity as you compose a masterpiece together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have discovered that there is a constant delight in the exploration of artistic sounds with our children and even during pregnancy when we have been able to record our thoughts in a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fauveandco.com.au\/collections\/journals\/products\/bump-a-pregnancy-story-journal\"\u003ePregnancy Story Journal\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are looking for the soft sounds of an egg shaker or the jiggle of a tambourine, the whole family will have fun finding plenty of ways to play with sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnvironmentally Friendly Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's well known that plastic contains chemicals and toxins, which is especially important when baby plays because they explore by generally putting everything straight to the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFauve + Co's collection of wooden musical instruments for babies and toddlers don't carry the same risk. While the natural feel and tones are non-toxic and safe, they should never be used for teething.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur environmentally friendly items are among some of our favourite store items because we know that they are safe for kids but are also fun and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the natural feel of the wooden musical instruments for toddles and babies will make an excellent addition to your family’s collection of favourite things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur boxes and individual items all reflect Fauve + Co's commitment to providing a great selection of products that encourage creativity and discovery. Shop online and receive our range directly to your door throughout Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-02-26T16:45:07+11:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2020-02-26T18:07:57+11:00","alt":null,"width":1200,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4935\/7884\/collections\/My_Music_Box_Large_3.jpg?v=1606300896"}},{"id":171038933124,"handle":"baby-sensory-toys","title":"Sensory Play","updated_at":"2021-04-21T18:20:11+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eExploring the benefits of sensory play for babies in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs we grow up, we learn from the environments and stimuli around us. We put the puzzles of life together through the lessons we go through and the consequences of our actions. And all of this begins with the most important developmental period as a child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelping little Aussies access this crucial aspect of growth, Fauve \u0026amp; Co. offers a number of\u003cspan\u003e musical toys suitable for sensory play with your baby\u003c\/span\u003e, all designed to help brain development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhy are Musical Toys so Important for Sensory Play with Babies\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning through this sensory kind of exploration means that younger children and babies are able to make sense of the world around them by themselves. They are put in a position to understand how certain objects work and interact with the environment they’re placed in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a natural habit for most kids and makes sense when you think about the kinds of skills they rely on later in life. This is the early stages of it all, where they understand how their position in the world can influence objects and circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom picking things up to taking in their texture and using all aspects of senses (taste, feel, smell, hearing, sight), this kind of play is integral to development. It's also limited only by the imagination, so allows any child to get creative and explore their surroundings effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur toys are designed to embrace this period of their life, from sensory toy boxes to accessories that give them the ability to engage and interact more than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAges and sensory toys\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent age groups react differently to this kind of place, so we recommend some types of activities depending on where your child is at in life. This includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBubs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Using bubbles to let them feel them on their skin; paper to scrunch and hear the noise; folding material or paper to see how shapes can change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToddlers:\u003c\/strong\u003e toys that allow them to see how shadows and light are created through different objects. Let them watch how shades and colours can create patterns. Art is also a big part of this, as is music.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-schoolers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create shapes with all sorts of accessories or let them play with baby musical sensory toys to understand pitch or tone. This also shows them how blowing in an instrument affects the level of noise (e.g. softly or vigorously).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReasons you should incorporate this playtime in their day\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are so many reasons to love this kind of play. For example, it's fun and interesting for kids to explore the unknown, and gives them confidence beyond their comfort zone. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.goodstart.org.au\/news-and-advice\/october-2016\/exploring-the-benefits-of-sensory-play\"\u003eIt’s also highly scientific\u003c\/a\u003e and allows them to create a ‘hypothesis’ out of the actions they take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurther benefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefines thresholds and allows them to grasp a better understanding of certain information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows their brain to make sense of connections to the world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows them to filter out ‘unimportant’ information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps them develop the ability to block out unimportant noise around them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan assist with children who are fussy with certain foods or textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds brain development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps language development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages more scientific learning and thinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefines motor skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the collection we have online at Fauve \u0026amp; Co. for an elegant range of high-quality designs and styles to choose from. We ship right across Australia, directly to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-02-25T19:19:41+11:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2020-11-25T21:47:28+11:00","alt":null,"width":1200,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4935\/7884\/collections\/Baby_Sensory.jpg?v=1606301249"}}]
Babies benefit from musical sounds right from birth as they are born with their hearing fully developed. Singing lullaby’s, nursery rhymes and even made up funny songs are a big part of their lives.
Introducing musical instruments is a natural progression. Being able to play, touch and make noise with a variety of wooden musical instruments helps little ones learn in so many ways.
The Music Box contains:
Maraca
The beautiful wooden Maraca helps your child to develop hand-eye coordination, listening skills and a sense of rhythm.
- Only to be used with parental supervision
- Approximate length 14 cm.
- Suitable for ages 3+
Tambourine
Tambourines are so much fun! This sturdy, wooden tambourine is bound to delight any child who is learning that they have the ability to make noise with the things around them.
- Only to be used with parental supervision.
- Diameter: 15 cm.
- Suitable for ages 3+
Egg Shaker
Little ones are fascinated with this great sounding egg shaker. Small beads inside the wooden egg shaker create a soft percussion sound.
- Only to be used with parental supervision.
- Approximate length 7 cm, diameter 4.5 cm
- Suitable for ages 1+
Bar Bell Shaker
This will become a favourite with your little one. Develops hand eye coordination and fine motor skills.
- Only to be used with parental supervision.
- Approximate length 18.5 cm.
- Suitable for ages 3+
Bird Whistle
The gentle sound is soothing and will encourage the development of rhythm, listening and calmness.
- Approximate length 10 cm, diameter 4 cm
- Only to be used with parental supervision
- Suitable for ages 3+
All of our musical instruments are non-toxic and completely safe for children however they should NEVER be used for teething. Always check toy before use and discard at the first sign of damage.
ALWAYS to be used with parental supervision, never leave children unattended with the toys.
Sensory exploration is not only fun for babies but it is also vital for their brain development. It will also delight you seeing their little eyes mesmerised by the stimulation of their senses!
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