Large Wooden Shovel

Large Wooden Vintage Style Shovel

A durable, natural tool for enriching sand and sensory play experiences.

Designed for early learning environments and thoughtfully curated family play spaces, this handcrafted wooden shovel offers a meaningful alternative to plastic sand tools. Inspired by timeless, vintage design, it invites children to engage more deeply with natural materials through purposeful, hands-on play.

With a generous scoop size and lightweight construction, children can dig, lift, and transport materials with ease—supporting active exploration across sandpits, beaches, mud kitchens, and sensory play environments.

Why Educators & Families Choose This Resource

• Encourages sensory-rich, open-ended play with natural materials
• Supports active exploration in sand, soil, and loose parts environments
• Promotes sustainability through a natural alternative to plastic tools
• Develops fine and gross motor skills through digging and lifting
• Suitable for individual and collaborative outdoor play

Key Features

• Large scoop design for transporting greater volumes of materials
• Lightweight construction for easy handling by young children
• Rippled handle to support secure grip and control
• Durable design suitable for high-use outdoor environments
• Crafted from sustainably sourced timber with non-toxic finish
• Inspired by vintage tools for a timeless, authentic aesthetic

Supports Learning In

Sensory Play | Fine & Gross Motor Development | Outdoor Learning | Imaginative Play | Environmental Awareness

Learning Opportunities

• Engage in sand and sensory play through digging, scooping, and transporting
• Support construction-based play in outdoor environments
• Encourage collaborative play and shared tasks
• Develop coordination, strength, and control through repeated use

Product Details

• Size: 10 cm (W) × 28 cm (L) × 9 cm (H)
• Weight: Approx. 200 g
• Material: Sustainably sourced timber with non-toxic finish
• Designed by: Australian Early Childhood Teacher

Care & Storage

Store in a dry, covered environment when not in use. After wet play, ensure the shovel is dried thoroughly. Re-oil periodically to maintain durability and longevity.

Safety & Quality Assurance

At Explore Nook, child safety is at the heart of everything we do. This resource is independently lab-tested and certified to meet the highest safety standards:

• AS/NZS 8124 (Australian/New Zealand Toy Safety Standards)
• EN71 (European Toy Safety Standards)
• ASTM (United States Toy Safety Standards)  

Our products are made with child-safe finishes and sustainably sourced materials. Parents and educators can feel confident that every piece is designed with durability, safety, and little hands in mind.