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Classic children’s playground game. Cat’s Cradle cord comes with full instructions of how to play. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age as small parts may present a choking hazard. -
A Victorian toy which tests coordination and dexterity to get the ball into the cup. Not suitable for children under the age of 3. Contains a long cord which could present an strangulation hazard. -
How much do you know about your own body, and how it works? Why should you have to shower? Why do some people like the taste of broccoli and others don't? Start at the mouth and roll the dice to see how long it takes the body to digest food, test your touch receptors with a finger trick, and put the pieces of our skeleton together in a match-up exercise. Packed with plenty of fascinating facts, fun challenges, quizzes and puzzles. Learning has never been so easy! -
A card game for change-makers. Play and learn at the same time with this great game full of fantastic women. -
Let's hear it for the health heroes! From Florence Nightingale to today's midwives, doctors, paramedics, carers and more, this book is packed of true stories of healthcare workers past and present, all around the world. Including famous names and unsung heroes, these are real people being amazing - making new discoveries, putting themselves on the front line and helping to take care of people in need, in all sorts of ways. -
A great new kind of history book. Not only do you learn tales of the past, but it also explains where the tales come from and how and why they can change depending upon who is telling them, and why. -
After their breakfast and a swim in the sea, Dot the dalmatian and her owner Rose jump on the bus to the hospital. Dot loves visiting the children of Wallaby Ward and they’re always pleased to see her too; from a crying baby to a bored teenager - a pat, a stroke and a cuddle with Dot cheers everyone up. But the work of the hospital dog doesn’t stop there and when one of her patients is in trouble, it’s up to Dot to save the day! -
Meet Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Growing up in an upper-class family, it was expected that Florence would find a husband and live a life of luxury—but that kind of life wasn’t for her. Her calling was caring for the sick and the poor, so she followed her passion with her whole heart and trained to be a nurse. When war broke out, Florence travelled to nurse wounded soldiers but found that the hospitals were so dirty that they were making people ill! This experience inspired her to lead a healthcare revolution, and she became the mother of modern nursing, introducing care practices still followed today. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the social reformer’s life. -
What happens inside a hospital? Lift over 50 flaps to find out and meet some of the amazing people who work there. From A&E departments to outpatients, lots of different areas of the hospital are explored. What is it like to have a test, stay overnight or even have an operation? -
Create thermotropic optical illusions. 4 designs plus 1 blank card to make your own design. Slot the card onto the stick and then roll the stick between your hands and watch as the images on both sides of the card combine to create a full picture. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age as small parts may present a choking hazard. -
Small flower press with paper and card inserts. Create pressed flowers for all your creative ventures. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age as small parts may present a choking hazard. -
There are two very special visitors at playgroup today - Dr Brown Bear and Nurse Fox! Peppa and her friends find out how to keep fit, stay healthy and wash their hands really well! But when the children take their turn at being doctors and nurses, will Dr Brown Bear be a good patient? -
This ‘Hospital Play Set’ by PlayPress allows you to build your own hospital, featuring hospital beds, scanners, and your very own doctor and nurse. Ages: 6-10 (Not suitable for 0–3-year-olds as small parts may present a choking hazard) -
This ‘Mini Vets Play Set’ by PlayPress allows you to build your own little vet surgery, featuring a cat, dog, guinea pig and even a tortoise! -
A wonderful celebration of the fascinating and seldom heard stories of Britain’s Black nurses. From ancient and medieval Africa, through colonisation and enslavement, through wars, times of great change and onwards … to the creation of the NHS and beyond, the story of nursing has always also been the story of Britain’s Black nurses. This story includes many incredible nurses from around the world: talented, skilful, innovative, hardworking and resilient -
‘The Unstoppable Mary Seacole’ is a vivid and richly illustrated first person account of Mary’s adventures, most notably her nursing of wounded soldiers in the Crimea. Mary Seacole’s persistence and bravery shine through, despite all the barriers put in her way, in this inspirational children’s book. -
Hugely popular owl finger puppet made from soft and curly detailed fur and two beaded eyes. Small pieces of Velcro on the wings allow you to open and close them for added effects. This puppet works really well to tell tales and sits nicely by itself when not in use. -
Born into a wealthy family, Florence Nightingale could have lived a life of leisure and luxury. Instead, she longed to be a nurse. In the 1830s that was the last thing a rich girl could do - but Florence was no ordinary girl. -
Mary was a brave nurse. When a war starts in the Crimea, Mary sails far across the sea to offer her help. Can she save the soldiers, even when the bullets at flying? The delightful book tells the story of Mary Seacole, from her childhood in Jamaica, through to her old age and the writing of her autobiography detailing her many adventures. Along the way we hear tales of her skill at curing Cholera, why she became known as ‘Mother Seacole’, her time in the Crimea and her meeting with Florence Nightingale. Some of the characters in the book are fictional, but Mary’s story is all true. -
Tortoise finger puppet with gentle face and beautifully detailed shell. Fun to play with and sits nicely by itself when not in use. -
The dirt and filth of Scutari Hospital is the perfect home for a Vlad the flea and Loxton the rat. But the arrival of Florence Nightingale and her strange companion changes everything. Will the friends be driven out or can they save the day? This book tells the story of Florence Nightingale, the conditions in which she found herself and the impact she had from a very interesting point of view. Alexis Soyer, one of the first celebrity chefs, puts in an appearance as does Mary Seacole, and we even get to meet Jimmy the tortoise. Vlad, and his host rat Loxton, are not at all sure about the new regime that Florence brings to the hospital they call home. -
This activity book accompanies the picture book Vlad and the Nightingale Adventure. In 1854 Vlad the flea and Loxton the rat were enjoying the rotten food and dirt in Scutari Hospital. Their lives were turned upside down by the arrival of Florence Nightingale and her tortoise Jimmy. They know a lot about Florence and her work, but how much do you know? Find out about Florence Nightingale through puzzles and games and learn how to people with basic first aid skills.
