3,2,1…BLAST OFF! Our ‘stellar’ NEW all on one space station platform is finally here and it’s truly ‘out of this world’ An intergalactic mission, all on one space station platform. An illustrated plywood board with lots of space rocket dashboard activities. A rotating wheel can be turned at the side to reveal an ever-changing illustrated space scene, as if looking through the window into the void of space. A magnetic strip offers a view of our universe upon which to place the planets. A fuel tank to show the levels, a booster lever to move up and down, knobs to turn, squishy buttons to press, a radar panel to locate the UFOs. Rotate a spherical moon and move satellite around earth, speak into the microphone and prepare for lift-off with a 3 part movable rocket! Brackets on the reverse allow for easy hanging. No rules, no exceptions! We agree that children are the most wonderful natural born inventors, explorers and self-learners. Here at Tender Leaf Toys, we have a great selection of open-ended toys to allow kids to form their own ideas and creativity in a visual and tangible way. We love to see children become completely engrossed in their miniature world, a world where there are no rules and where play can take any direction it chooses! We’re sure to have something to suit your little copycat! Our vast array of open-ended toys give the opportunity for your little ones to mimic us adults in our day-to-day tasks such as cooking, buying and selling, gardening, caring for each other and animals and driving vehicles, to name but a few. Our toys encourage kids to build mini worlds with no beginning, middle or end - worlds where passions, interests and talents may also be discovered! Our toys are a passport to explore the world! Young children learn best by simply ‘doing’, by trying out new experiences, ideas, and skills in ways that are meaningful to them. We have toys to nurture inquisitive minds, to teach the value of inclusivity, to mimic adults’ daily activities, to investigate freely and explore nature, to name but a few. Our wooden toys are designed to give your little one the building blocks they need to discover and explore the wide world by strengthening skills such as critical thinking, observation, practical skills, working with others, sharing and much more. Build skills that ‘stick’! Magnets are magnificent and inspire wonder in kids. Magnet play with our cleverly designed toys can help little ones develop their coordination skills, increase their fine motor skills, and learn a variety of problem-solving skills. The benefits are endless and include (but are not limited to), colour and shape recognition, enhanced concentration, improved counting, understanding the concepts of adding and subtracting from a structure, creative thinking and greater hand-eye coordination. For the older kids, they are great for explaining basic magnetic principles! About Us TENDER LOVING TOYS We know toys are fun to play with, but we have to be sure they are completely safe and durable. Designed in the UK and made in Indonesia. THE HUMAN TOUCH From raw wood to the finished product, every single stage of production happens under the same roof in Indonesia. Once each toy has been hand-painted, assembled and checked, it is wrapped in paper and packaged in recycled cardboard. DESIGN-LED We create exciting worlds of imaginative wooden toys, that are made to last with a lifetime of love. We strive to continuously develop and grow our charmingly quirky products, that are engaging, tirelessly entertaining, and perfect for little hands. While we love to be educational through play, we encourage every child to be authentic so that they can grow with confidence, and have fun at the same time! FAIRTRADE Our family-run factory operates with high standards of training, wellbeing and respect and provides dependable employment for hundreds of local villagers. With over 30 years of experience we have become one of the world leaders in wooden toy manufacturing. Meet Our Designer You probably already know Danielle, you may not have met her, but if you are in the Toy and Gift industry then we are confident that you will know her vicariously through her creations. Her style is instantly recognizable. You will be familiar with her distinctive flair and creative talent through other companies she has designed for over the years. After spending many years in Indonesia working closely with the Mentari factory, it became apparent that the natural step was to partner with Mentari and create Tender Leaf Toys and to bring this fabulous new brand into the UK marketplace. We hope you enjoy our wonderful collections.