Our Earth Life

About Encourage your child to explore addition and subtraction with our hands on Reversible Counting Tray, hand crafted from Sapele wood. The tray has circular spaces for small loose parts or our number tokens included in this bundle, and is engraved for subtraction equations...

A take-anywhere nature scavenger hunt that turns every walk into an adventure.Draw a token, head outdoors, and hunt, notice and name what you find—perfect for parks, bushwalks, playgrounds and even the backyard. A screen-free favourite for families, classrooms and forest school sessions. Includes: 16...

About Explore letters with these wooden alphabet tracing boards, paired with a wooden stylus they encourage children to practice letter formation. Then flip the board and explore numbers on the reverse side of the board. These 30 x 14cm boards are crafted on Sapele...

About Encourage your children to explore letters, phonics, and words with our Sapele wood Word Tray that perfectly fits our letter tokens. With 5 spaces to place letter tokens it’s ideal for learners just beginning to learn their name, or children working with phonics...

A set of six specimens all sure to delight your bug loving explorer and ready to be played with and investigated up close. Insects in this set include the gossamer-winged butterfly, cricket, white-spotted flower chafer beetle, black-tailed hornet, camellia shield bug, and a ground...

About Six real insect specimens encased in crystal-clear resin for hands-on, up-close nature study. Perfect for classrooms, homeschooling and curious kids, these durable blocks let children observe colours, patterns and body parts from every angle—safe, long-lasting, and endlessly fascinating Includes (6 specimens): Bamboo Weevil,...

About Six real “creepy crawlers” preserved in crystal-clear resin for hands-on, up-close nature study. Perfect for classrooms, homeschooling and curious kids, these durable blocks let children observe colours, patterns and body parts from every angle—safe, long-lasting, and endlessly fascinating. Includes (6 specimens): Golden Scorpion,...

Designed for curious minds, this preserved Dragonfly Specimen invites children to explore the beauty of garden creatures up close. A stunning addition to any nature collection, it sparks wonder and discovery in young explorers. Encased in durable, crystal-clear acrylic resin, this 8x8cm specimen offers...

Explore the delicate details of flowers and leaves with this captivating Flora Specimen Set. Perfect for curious minds, this collection showcases the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of the natural world, preserved for hands-on learning and discovery. Each set includes five unique specimens encased...

Specimens from Our Earth Life are for curious minds who love nature and mini beasts, and support children to explore stunning creatures from the garden and around the world - like this Praying Mantis - up close. These specimens come in durable acrylic plastic...

Ignite curiosity with this Hornet Wasp Specimen, perfect for hands-on exploration and close-up investigation. Encased in durable acrylic resin, this specimen allows children to examine the intricate details of the wasp, fostering a deeper understanding of its features and behavior. Measuring 40x20mm, each specimen...

Add a touch of wonder to your child’s play and learning with these stunning butterfly specimen pairs (Available in two sets). Perfect for little nature lovers, this set allows children to observe the delicate details of these enchanting creatures up close, fostering curiosity and...

Step into the wonder of transformation with our Butterfly Life Cycle Specimen, a captivating way to explore nature’s incredible process of metamorphosis. From a tiny egg to a beautiful butterfly, this specimen brings the magic of life cycles to curious hands and minds. Encased...

Perfect for little ocean explorers, this Sea Star Specimen offers a close-up look at one of the ocean’s most captivating creatures. With its unique shape and intricate underside, this specimen invites hands-on discovery of life beneath the waves. Encased in durable acrylic resin and...

A real blue damselfly preserved in crystal-clear resin for hands-on, up-close nature study. Perfect for classrooms, homeschooling and curious kids, this durable block lets children observe delicate wings, segmented body parts and striking colour from every angle—safe, long-lasting, and endlessly fascinating. Specimen: Blue damselfly...

Explore the life of a honeybee with our unique lifecycle block, encouraging children to look closer into the important work which they do both in the hive and for our world. This specimen block measures 160x64mm and is crafted from durable resin, offering years...

For the little adventurer whose pockets are always full of treasures we have our Nature Boards ready for building natural collections. Complete with elastic for weaving and pegs for clipping unique finds. Our boards are available in two designs, or with the option for...

Take a closer look at the tiny creatures that call the garden home with our Garden Bug Specimen Set. Perfect for sensory play or magnified exploration, these fascinating critters will spark curiosity and wonder in little learners for years to come. This set includes...

A real blue damselfly preserved in crystal-clear resin for hands-on, up-close nature study. Perfect for classrooms, homeschooling and curious kids, this durable block lets children observe delicate wings, segmented body parts and striking colour from every angle—safe, long-lasting, and endlessly fascinating. Specimen: Blue damselfly...

Explore up close the transition from egg, to tadpole, to frog, with this unique specimen block. Sure to delight and intrigue children and adults alike. These specimens come in durable acrylic plastic resin offering years of teaching and learning opportunities for children.  Frog Specimen...

The familiar call of cicadas is the soundtrack of the Australian bush, sparking curiosity in children and adults alike as they search for these fascinating insects and their empty husks. Now, you can explore their full life cycle up close with this captivating specimen....

Perfect for curious minds, this Stag Beetle Specimen invites hands-on exploration of one of nature’s most striking insects. With its impressive antler-like mandibles—found only on males—this beetle uses its strength to wrestle rivals in the wild. Encased in durable acrylic resin, this specimen provides...

Perfect for little arachnid enthusiasts, this Spider Specimen Set invites hands-on exploration of nature’s most fascinating crawlers. Encased in durable acrylic resin, these four unique spiders offer an up-close look at their intricate details and diverse sizes. This set includes a Tarantula, Orb Weaver,...

Perfect for little botanists and curious collectors, this enchanting Flora Trio Specimen Set brings a burst of natural beauty to any display, nature discovery table, or sensory play setup. Featuring three unique blooms, each encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this set invites hands-on exploration...

Perfect for little ocean explorers, this Ocean Critter Specimen Set invites hands-on discovery and learning. Six fascinating aquatic animals are beautifully preserved in durable acrylic resin, ready for close-up investigation. Measuring 40x40mm each, this collection features a Thick-Legged Fiddler Crab, Shrimp, Sand Sea Star,...

Perfect for little beachcombers and curious collectors, this stunning Shell Trio Specimen Set brings a wave of coastal wonder to any display, nature discovery table, or even messy play. Featuring three unique shells, each encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this set invites hands-on exploration...

Only at Our Earth Life have these ‘ten legged’ bird spiders, or tarantulas, have crawled onto our virtual shelves. This whopping spider is encased in acrylic resin measuring 140 by 64mm and will delight lovers of all creatures that creep and crawl, and fascinate...

Perfect for little beachcombers and ocean lovers, this beautiful Scallop Shell Specimen brings a touch of coastal wonder to any display or nature discovery table. Encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this seaside treasure invites hands-on exploration and sensory play. Encourage children to search for...

Perfect for little ocean explorers, this Ocean Critter Specimen Set invites hands-on discovery and learning. Six fascinating aquatic animals are beautifully preserved in durable acrylic resin, ready for close-up investigation. Measuring 40x40mm each, this collection features a Thick-Legged Fiddler Crab, Shrimp, Sand Sea Star,...

Perfect for nature lovers, this charming Mushroom and Moss Specimen brings a touch of woodland magic to any display or nature discovery table. Encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this whimsical piece invites hands-on exploration and sensory play. Inspire children to search for...

Hermit Crabs are unique ocean dwellers that borrow empty shells for protection instead of growing their own—making them more closely related to lobsters than true crabs! Perfect for curious minds, this Hermit Crab Specimen offers a fascinating look at marine life, encouraging hands-on learning...

Spark curiosity and wonder with our Golden Scorpion Specimen — a resilient survivor of the harshest environments. Built for exploration, this venomous creature offers a rare, close-up look at its incredible adaptations. Preserved in durable acrylic resin, each specimen invites hands-on investigation and reveals...

Step back in time and discover the ancient wonders of our Earth. Our Fossil Specimen Set invites curious minds to explore real pieces of history — from ammonites and shark teeth to shelled creatures — each beautifully preserved in crystal-clear resin for hands-on learning and play....

With one mighty claw, the male Fiddler Crab waves to its fellow crabs or uses it as a shield—an incredible adaptation to explore up close. Part of our sea creature collection, this specimen measuring 70x40mm provides a fascinating glimpse into life beneath the waves,...

Perfect for little beachcombers and curious collectors, this elegant Cowrie Shell Specimen brings a touch of ocean magic to any display or nature discovery table. Encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this beautiful shell invites hands-on exploration and sensory play. Encourage children to search for...

Get an up-close look at the fascinating world of beetles with this captivating Chafer Beetle Specimen Set. Featuring six unique beetles preserved in durable, crystal-clear acrylic resin, this collection offers a hands-on way to explore their incredible characteristics and diversity. Perfect for curious minds,...

Bring the seaside into your play space with this beautiful Shell Stackables Set — a tactile, light-filled collection designed to inspire hands-on learning and imaginative play. Featuring real ethically sourced shells encased in durable resin cubes, paired with luminous coloured Stackables and FSC-certified beech wood blocks,...

Dive into ocean discovery with our Sea Searchers Specimen Set, a captivating collection of six fascinating marine creatures preserved for hands-on learning and exploration. Perfect for curious minds, this set invites children to observe the textures, shapes, and features of sea life up close,...

Feeling lucky? This beautifully preserved four-leaf clover is the perfect keepsake to carry a touch of luck wherever you go. A charming piece of nature, it’s small enough to fit in your pocket while sparking curiosity and wonder. Encased in durable, crystal-clear resin, this...

Dive into the details of the natural world with our Handheld Digital Microscope, a user-friendly, rechargeable device designed for enthusiasts of all ages and perfect for outdoor adventures, classrooms, or at-home exploration. With a 500x magnification and fixed focus feature (no tricky adjustments needed)...

The Write + Wipe Maxi Board is a thoughtfully designed learning tool that encourages repeated use, creativity, and sustainability. Crafted from FSC-certified wood and finished with natural beeswax, each board features a crystal-clear acrylic top that allows children to reuse learning templates again and...

Perfect for little beachcombers and curious collectors, this stunning Shell Trio Specimen Set brings a wave of coastal wonder to any display, nature discovery table, or even messy play. Featuring three unique shells, each encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this set invites hands-on exploration...

Perfect for curious collectors and budding geologists, this striking Tourmaline Crystal Specimen brings a splash of colour and natural beauty to any display or nature discovery table. Encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this vibrant piece invites hands-on exploration and sensory play. Encourage children to...

Capture the magic of nature with our Swallowtail Butterfly Specimen, with an almost transparent swallowtail butterfly, reminiscent of delicate fairy wings. Perfect for exploration and play, this enchanting piece encourages children to connect with nature while engaging their senses and imagination. Designed for educational...

Perfect for little beachcombers and ocean lovers, this beautiful Scallop Shell Specimen brings a touch of coastal wonder to any display or nature discovery table. Encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this seaside treasure invites hands-on exploration and sensory play. Encourage children to search for...

Perfect for little gem hunters and curious minds, this dazzling Ruby Gemstone Specimen adds a touch of natural wonder to any display or nature discovery table. Encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this vibrant piece invites hands-on exploration and sensory play. Encourage children to search...

Perfect for little botanists and curious collectors, this vibrant Marigold Flower Specimen brings a burst of sunny colour and floral magic to any display or nature discovery table. Encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this cheerful bloom invites hands-on exploration and sensory play. Inspire children...

Hermit Crabs are unique ocean dwellers that borrow empty shells for protection instead of growing their own—making them more closely related to lobsters than true crabs! Perfect for curious minds, this Hermit Crab Specimen offers a fascinating look at marine life, encouraging hands-on learning...

Meet the Golden Orb Spider — a master builder with a web that shines like gold! Found in the forests of Asia, these amazing spiders spin some of the biggest and strongest webs in the world, big enough to stretch between trees! Encased in...

Perfect for little botanists and curious collectors, this delightful Globe Amaranth Flower Specimen brings a pop of vibrant colour and floral charm to any display or nature discovery table. Encased in a durable acrylic resin cube, this enchanting bloom invites hands-on exploration and sensory play. Encourage...