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Vending Machine
SKU
041711
Grade PK-1
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
Our Price
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- Wooden play vending machine has all the features of a real vending machine: play food, number/letter codes, pay slots, and a collection drawer
- Teaches kids sorting, letter and number recognition, cause and effect, fine motor skills, and more
- Comes with nine food slots and nine double-sided food items
- No batteries required and no assembly needed
Description
The Snacks to Go Vending Machine from Melissa & Doug is an engaging 19-piece toy that has all the features of a real vending machine, such as play food, number/letter codes, pay slots, and a collection drawer. It teaches kids developmental skills such as sorting, letter and number recognition, cause and effect, and more through imaginative play! Children can sort and stock the wooden vending machine with the included wooden snack bars, drink cans, and snack pouches. Then, they can insert play coins, make their selection, and watch as their chosen item falls into the collection drawer. With its reusable activity card and the option to stock with toys and small food packages from home, this toy vending machine offers tons of fun and learning opportunities for children ages 3 and up. No batteries or assembly required!
Publisher's Description of Vending Machine
Satisfy
hungry imaginations with the push of a button! Open up the back of the
unique wooden vending machine and stock it with nine double-sided play
food packages, including snack bars, drinks, and pouches. On the front,
select an item, insert a color-matching play coin or bank card, press
the corresponding letter and number button, and the snack drops into the
collection drawer! No batteries required! There’s a sign that can be
personalized and a reusable activity card for keeping track of what to
stock and what to display. The vending machine measures 17 inches high x
12.5 inches wide x 5.5 inches deep, and requires no assembly. This
vending play set is an engaging, hands-on way to help teach kids about
cause-and-effect, and to encourage letter, number, and color
recognition, sorting, matching, counting, and fine motor skills. All the
pieces store in the vending machine for easy cleanup.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Melissa & Doug |
| Grades: | PK-1 |
| EAN/UPC: | 000772324007 |
| Length in Inches: | 17.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 12.875 |
| Height in Inches: | 6.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 8.55 |
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