INNOVATION EDUCATION FUN

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301983

2013

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Anniversary

For more information or additional copies of this catalogue please contact:

Polydron Ltd, Site E, Lakeside Business Park, Broadway Lane,South Cerney, Gloucestershire, GL7 5XL, England.Tel: +44 (0) 1285 863980 Fax: +44 (0) 1285 863981Email: headoffice@polydron.com www.polydron.com

Polydron - shaping the World’s imaginationWe are very proud of our excellent safety record and have strict quality standards for the manufacturing of products which conform to all necessary safety standards and we are ISO9000 registered.

Polydron products are recognised as an important educational tool for children of all ages and most sets are supported with books which are written by education professionals to support the mathematical application of Polydron in the classroom. They include lesson plans; fully licensed photocopiable exercises; glossaries and fun activities.

Using Polydron is fun – when children are having fun they learn more readily.

From our Head Office in the Cotswolds, the Polydron team values our customers and is proud to provide the highest possible standards of service and support.

Welcome to the Polydron 2013 catalogue. Once again we are delighted to be able to offer you a great range of innovative quality products that can be trusted to deliver consistent results for our partners, teachers and pupils around the world.

2013 promises to be another exciting year for Polydron. Not only are we able to bring you some fantastic new products across the range of Original Polydron, Magnetic Giant and Junior Polydron, but we are also marking our thirty years anniversary in the industry. It's been a fantastic journey for all of us involved with this company through the years. Whether you have worked with us as our partners for all of those years, or just recently started working with us, we would like to thank you for your continued support.

It’s been a fantastic 30 years for Polydron, and we feel that it is going to get even better. We have great momentum in the business right now, and that is down to the changing needs and demands of our partners and the education industry as a whole. There are many new developments not just for this year, but also in the planning stage for the future.

Richard, Cyril and all of the team look forward to meeting with you again this coming year, and to working with you to make the next thirty years as good as the first.

Thank you.

Cyril Dowling – Sales Director

Richard Hardstaff – Director

Polydron 2013 Contents

Polydron Engineer 2

Polydron Engineer Set 3

Polydron Engineer Class Set 3

Polydron 4

Polydron Books 4

Polydron Class Set 5

Polydron Basic Set 5

Polydron Wheels Set 5

Polydron Primary Maths Set 6

Polydron Platonic Solids Set 6

Polydron Bulk Sets 6

Polydron Super Value Set 7

Polydron School Geometry Set 7

Frameworks 8

Frameworks Platonics Solids Set 8

Platonics with Frameworks Book 8

Frameworks Basic Set 9

Frameworks Class Set 9

Frameworks Geometry Set 9

Frameworks Multi Pack 9

Frameworks Prism & Pyramid Set 10

Archimedean Solids Standard Set 10

Archimedean Solids Class Set 10

Frameworks Bulk Sets 10

Polydron Tubs 11

Midi Tub 11

Mega Tub 11

Mighty Tub 11

Sphera 12

Sphera Book 12

Sphera Starter Set 13

Sphera Class Set 13

Sphera Class Set Extra 13

Sphera Bulk Sets 13

Mixed Sets 14

Mixed Set 1 14

Mixed Set 2 14

Mixed Set 3 14

Polydron Bridges 15

Polydron Bridges Set 15

Polydron Bridges Class Set 15

Octoplay 16

Octoplay Play Pack 16

Octoplay Learner Pack 17

Octoplay Fun Pack 17

Octoplay Action Pack 17

Octoplay Wheel Pack 17

Octoplay Work Cards 17

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Engineering

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Polydron Engineer is the latest, totally unique, Design and Technology product which is used to demonstrate engineering principles and the workings of simple machines.

These excellent new sets contain the latest innovations including cams and linkages which will help to inspire future engineers, encouraging students to create recognisable models of engines, fairground rides and many other familiar mechanical creations.

A full set of comprehensive work cards will help to guide the user quickly and efficiently. One of the unique points about this new and innovative set is that the pieces are completely interactive with Polydron Original and Frameworks pieces, and so will complement all existing classroom stocks. A must for any design and technology class.

What the experts say:

“ A superior educational building kit.” Parents Choice organisation, USA.

“ It’s surprisingly difficult to find gear wheels with teeth in simple ratios. Polydron have such a kit… and you can stack wheels to produce gear trains.” Paul Stephenson, The Magic Mathsworks.

▶ Lots of new engineering components included

▶ Totally unique D & T product that provides clear links between maths and engineering

▶ Supplied with work cards

▶ Fully tested by schools and experts

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Design & Technology

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Work Cards & Gratnells Tray

Baseboard Small, Medium & Large Gear

Small & Medium Pulley

‘O’ Ring410mm

Handle 80, 90, & 330mm Struts

Stub Axle& Connector

Square & Square w/strut hole

FW Square, 2 Connected& Rectangle

FW Right Angle &Equilateral Triangle

1m Long CordOctagon with cut-out

Cam3 & 7 Hole Linkage

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Baseboard Small, Medium & Large Gear

Small & Medium Pulley

‘O’ Ring410mm

Handle 80, 90, 180, 200 & 330mm Struts

Stub Axle& Connector

Square, w/circular hole& w/strut hole

FW Square, 2 Connected& Rectangle

FW Right Angle &Equilateral Triangle

1m Long Cord & Cord With Clip

Octagon with cut-out

Cam3 & 7 Hole Linkage

Polydron Engineer Set

Polydron Engineer Class Set

10-7050 2.3 kg 43 L x 31 W x 7 H cm 109 Pieces

10-7060 4.5 kg 43 L x 31 W x 23 H cm 250 Pieces

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4+ Polydron

Polydron is the original and still superior construction shape, recognised in many countries as the world’s leading resource for teaching Maths; two and three-dimensional geometry; design and technology. It is used as a major aid for developing spatial awareness and is easily used by children, giving excellent play value, although it is versatile enough to be utilised for complex mathematical theories.

The unique joints readily snap together giving a superior hinge. This design is critical to forming two and three-dimensional geometric shapes.

The range is fully supported by an assortment of professionally written books and activity ideas. The tough and durable pieces are made to a quality which will last and be relevant for generations to come.

There are 3 inter-changeable systems:

▶ Polydron – Original and Best ▶ Frameworks – Open framed Polydron ▶ Sphera – Spherical Polydron

▶ Fully supported with literature ▶ Tough and durable ▶ Educational and fun

Original and Best

+1To aid easy assembly all Polydron sets have at least one Frameworks piece

Polydron BooksWritten by education professionals to support the mathematical application of Polydron in the classroom, these books include lesson plans, photocopiable exercises, glossaries and fun activities.

10-0144 Using Polydron Book 1 5-7 Years 32 Pages

10-0145 Using Polydron Book 2 8-11 Years 32 Pages

10-0112 Mathematics with Polydron 10-14 Years 110 Pages

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Maths / Construction

Polydron Class SetThis excellent pack contains enough Polydron for a whole class of children. It comes with an excellent set of teacher’s notes that will help the children to explore the world of basic geometry, shape and space.

Pentagon

24Hexagon

20Square

40Equilateral

100Gratnells TrayExploring Booklet

Pentagon

24Square

40Equilateral

100Exploring Booklet

Polydron Basic SetIdeal for younger children to work with and explore equilaterals, squares and pentagons.

Polydron Wheels Set4 wheels, 4 axle mounts and 4 stub axles.

Axle Mount

4 4Wheels & Tyres

4Stub Axle

10-3031 3.52 kg 43 L x 31 W x 7 H cm 184 Pieces

10-3005 1.86 kg 37 L x 24 W x 7 H cm 164 Pieces

10-1001 0.24 kg 25 L x 18 W x 4 H cm 12 Pieces

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4+ Maths / ConstructionPolydron

Polydron Platonic Solids SetThe Platonic Solids are five solids which underpin almost all of solid geometry, and a knowledge of them is critical to understanding the Archimedean Solids.

This comprehensive set enables the learner to easily construct all five of this group of shapes and so understand and feel the forms.

Polydron Primary Maths SetThe complete classroom set for Primary schools. Designed to be used in conjunction with the ‘Primary Mathematics with Polydron’ book. Over 400 pieces of different mathematical shapes.

Hexagon

20Gratnells TrayPentagon

24Square

40Rectangle

30Right Angle

80Isosceles

60Equilateral

100Root 2

50Exploring BookletOctagon

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For ease of assembly each Bulk Set now contains up to 5 Framework Pieces.

Polydron Bulk Sets

Pentagon

12Square

6Equilateral

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10-3050 6.64 kg 43 L x 31 W x 15 H cm 414 Pieces

10-3000 0.61 kg 25 L x 24 W x 3 H cm 50 Pieces

10-0300 100 Equilateral Triangles

10-0301 60 Isosceles Triangles

10-0302 80 Right Angle Triangles

10-0303 50 Equilateral Triangles (Root 2)

10-0304 60 Triangles & 30 Struts

10-0305 24 Swivel Joints (Triangles)

10-0400 40 Squares

10-0402 20 Squares with Gimbals & 10 Struts

10-0404 40 Rhombus

10-0405 30 Rectangles

10-0500 24 Pentagons

10-0600 20 Hexagons

10-0601 20 Hexagons with cut-out

10-0800 10 Octagons with cut-out

10-1001 Wheels Set (4 wheels, mounts & axles)

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Maths / Design & Technology / Construction

Polydron School Geometry SetUse this set to cover all the activities in the ‘Mathematics with Polydron’ resource book.

Hexagon

20Gratnells TrayPentagon

12Square

30Right Angle

40Isosceles

60Equilateral

80Root 2

24Protractor

2Exploring Booklet

Hexagon

20Gratnells TrayPentagon

12Square

30Right Angle

40Isosceles

60Equilateral

80Root 2

24Protractor

2Exploring BookletAxle Mount

12 12Square

80Equilateral

100Wheels & Tyres

12Stub AxleSquare

80Equilateral

160Polydron Super Value SetAn excellent, comprehensive set containing over 450 pieces of Polydron that will be a great value addition to any classroom. This is the most economical way to buy a bulk set of quality Polydron. 10-3010 4.7 kg 46 L x 36 W x 15 H cm 456 Pieces

10-3020 5 kg 46 L x 36 W x 13 H cm 266 Pieces

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6+ MathematicsFrameworks

Polydron Frameworks Platonic Solids SetA great student set. Build and explore the five Platonic Solids all at once.

Pentagon

12Square

6Equilateral

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Frameworks is the next generation of Polydron with the versatility for bigger and more complex shapes. A unique joining system makes Frameworks completely compatible with original Polydron which will complement any packs already in the classroom.

Frameworks is lighter so the user can construct more complex and adventurous designs that allow them to see inside of the shape, and explore the space within.

Frameworks is equally versatile when used independently and will help learners to investigate and understand shapes, angles, edges, vertices, planes and tangents.

All sets are accompanied by a booklet to help teachers understand how Frameworks can provide a wide range of stimulating learning experiences for their pupils.

An excellent addition to any classroom which will benefit children from age 6 upwards.

Open framed Polydron

▶ Fully supported with literature ▶ Strong and versatile ▶ Fits with Polydron ▶ Easy to use

Platonics with Frameworks BookExamines the 5 Platonic Solids through illustrated construction and measurement activities.

10-3044 0.23 kg 25 L x 24 W x 4 H cm 50 Pieces

10-0126 Platonics with Frameworks 48 Pages

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Polydron Frameworks Basic SetEnables smaller groups to explore the three main shapes – triangles, squares and pentagons. Pictured above.

Pentagon

40Square

80Equilateral

160Activity Booklet

Polydron Frameworks Geometry SetIdeal for the active classroom. Enables you to build many types of nets, prisms, cuboids and pyramids and cover all the activities in the ‘Mathematics with Polydron’ Book.

Pentagon

12Square

30Equilateral

80Hexagon

20Gratnells TrayRight Angle

40Isosceles

60Root 2

24Exploring BookletProtractor

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Polydron Frameworks Class SetIdeal for group use. Equilateral triangles, hexagons, squares and pentagons, with storage container and exploring booklet.

Pentagon

40Square

80Equilateral

160Hexagon

30Gratnells TrayExploring Booklet

Polydron Frameworks Multi PackBuild structures and geometric solids. Complete with storage container and exploring booklet.

Pentagon

40Square

80Equilateral

160Hexagon

20Gratnells TrayRectangle

20Right Angle

80Isosceles

40Root 2

20Exploring Booklet

Mathematics / Construction

10-3005F 1.3 kg 50 L x 24 W x 11 H cm 280 Pieces

10-3320 2.88 kg 46 L x 36 W x 13 H cm 266 Pieces

10-3031F 2.38 kg 43 L x 31 W x 15 H cm 310 Pieces

10-3043 3.27 kg 43 L x 31 W x 15 H cm 460 Pieces

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6+ MathematicsFrameworks

Polydron Frameworks Archimedean Solids Standard SetConstruct each of the 13 Archimedean Solids.

Pentagon

12Square

30Equilateral

80Hexagon

20Gratnells TrayBookOctagon

6 12Decagon Work Cards

Polydron Frameworks Archimedean Solids Class SetA great class set. Build and explore the 13 Archimedean Solids all at once.

Pentagon

48Square

108Equilateral

200Hexagon

60Gratnells TrayBookOctagon

12 24Decagon Work Cards

Expand your range with bulk sets…as a clear means of demonstrating

the Archimedean solids

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Pentagon

3Square

14Equilateral

9Hexagon

3Rectangle

44Right Angle

10Isosceles

26Root 2

8BookOctagon

2 2Decagon

Pentagon

3Square

14Equilateral

9Hexagon

3Rectangle

44Right Angle

10Isosceles

26Root 2

8BookOctagon

2 2Decagon

Polydron Frameworks Prism & Pyramid SetThis comprehensive set includes the Octagon and Decagon shapes and is colour coded for easy use. A full set of teachers notes are included with many exercises and extension ideas.

Archimedean SolidsArchimedean Solids have been known to mathematicians for over 2000 years. This complete set makes the 13 Archimedean Solids, each of which has fascinating properties. Children can use a tutorial which is designed to support teachers and encourage both use of the set and interest in these remarkable solids. The kit encourages exploration, visualisation and an appreciation of the contributions of solid geometry to architecture and to our understanding of science and engineering.

10-3067F 0.9 kg 38 L x 27 W x 9 H cm 121 Pieces

10-5000FS 1.8 kg 43 L x 31 W x 7 H cm 160 Pieces

10-5000FL 4.1 kg 43 L x 31 W x 22.5 H cm 452 Pieces

10-F300 160 Equilateral Triangles

10-F301 80 Isosceles Triangles

10-F302 100 Right Angle Triangles

10-F303 60 Equilateral Triangles (Root 2)

10-F400 80 Squares

10-F405 50 Rectangles

10-F500 40 Pentagons

10-F600 30 Hexagons

10-F800 18 Octagons

10-F010 12 Decagons

10-1001 Wheels Set (4 wheels, mounts & axles)

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ConstructionTubs4+

Polydron Tubs have been developed by listening and reacting to customers needs and remain a very successful part of the portfolio, being a great way to introduce young children to the world of construction and eventually geometry.

Each pack contains a work sheet which contains images of examples to follow rather than words. The tubs are excellent value kits that will bring quick returns and last for many years.

Polydron Midi TubExperiment with this great starter set. Builds over 40 models.

Polydron Mega TubFantastic wall poster enclosed with fun model guide, activities and games. Builds over 60 models.

Polydron Mighty TubThis is our best selling tub set and includes wheels.

Equilateral

20Square

5Guide/PosterSquare

13Equilateral

24Right Angle

12Isosceles

6Tub

Equilateral

60Square

10Guide/PosterSquare

12Equilateral

24Right Angle

12Isosceles

6TubSwivel Joint

2

Equilateral

80Square

20Guide/PosterSquare

24Equilateral

48Right Angle

24Isosceles

12TubSwivel Joint

3Axle Mount

4Wheels & Tyres

44Stub Axle

20-5002R 0.6 kg 22 L x 22 W x 15 H cm 80 Pieces

20-5003R 1 kg 24 L x 24 W x 20 H cm 126 Pieces

20-5005R 2.2 kg 31 L x 31 W x 23 H cm 223 Pieces

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8+ Sphera

Spherical Polydron

Sphera is the successful addition to the Polydron family of products, which connects to and brings all the benefits of Polydron and Frameworks to help understand spheres, cylinders and cones.

Every pack comes with thorough and easy to follow instructions, that will enable

children from 8 years and upwards to correctly assemble this unique educational innovation.

▶ Spheres ▶ Cylinders ▶ Cones ▶ Fully supported with literature

Polydron Sphera BookFor ages 7-11.

SP-0100 Using Polydron Sphera 32 Pages

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Mathematics

Polydron Sphera Class SetAn ideal class set to build over 16 different spherical models together.

Gratnells TraySquare

20Sphere

36Quadrant

72Cone

16Cylinder

12Right Angle

40Exploring Booklet

Polydron Sphera Class Set ExtraThe spherical system for any classroom allowing you to build over 24 different models together. Analyse and dissect the sphere by building 8 different models from this one set.

Gratnells TraySquare

20Sphere

36Quadrant

96Cone

48Cylinder

36Right Angle

40Exploring Booklet

Polydron Sphera Bulk SetsExpand your range with bulk sets…

Polydron Sphera Starter SetA great way to understand spherical models, build a sphere, hemisphere, cylinder, half cylinder, cone and half cone – all at once.

Square

2Sphere

12Quadrant

22Cone

6Cylinder

6Right Angle

2Exploring Booklet

SP-3001 0.84 kg 24 L x 29 W x 8 H cm 50 Pieces

SP-3004 5.36 kg 43 L x 32 W x 15 H cm 276 Pieces

SP-3003 3.7 kg 43 L x 32 W x 15 H cm 196 Pieces

SP-1001 24 Sphere Pieces

SP-1002 48 Quadrant Pieces

SP-1003 32 Cone Pieces

SP-1004 24 Cylinder Pieces

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MathematicsMixed Sets7+

Polydron/Frameworks/Sphera Mixed Set 3

Gratnells TrayPentagon

24Equilateral

100Square

60Sphere

36Quadrant

72Cone

16Cylinder

12Right Angle

40Exploring BookletHexagon

30Rectangle

50Isosceles

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Polydron/Frameworks/Sphera Mixed Set 1

Mixed SetsPolydron have combined the three unique systems of Polydron, Frameworks and Sphera to create the ultimate geometric construction system.

3 interchangeable systems:

▶ Polydron – Original and Best ▶ Frameworks – Open framed Polydron ▶ Sphera – Spherical Polydron

Gratnells TrayPentagon

12Equilateral

32Square

8Sphere

12Quadrant

22Cone

6Cylinder

6Right Angle

2Exploring BookletPentagon

12Square

6Equilateral

32

Polydron/Frameworks/Sphera Mixed Set 2

Gratnells TrayEquilateral

100Square

42Sphere

12Quadrant

22Cone

6Cylinder

6Right Angle

2Exploring BookletPentagon

40Hexagon

30

PFS-1001 2.84 kg 43 L x 31 W x 7 H cm 150 Pieces

PFS-1002 3.7 kg 43 L x 31 W x 15 H cm 260 Pieces

PFS-1003 7.3 kg 43 L x 31 W x 22.5 H cm 520 Pieces

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Bridges9+

Unlock the secrets of bridge building with Polydron Bridges which gives budding Civil Engineers and Designers a chance to build and test several types of bridge designs, including some of the most recognisable, world-famous bridge constructions. Twelve comprehensive work cards and lesson plans provide step-by-step instructions to piece together truss, suspension, cantilever, drawbridge, cablestay, swing and bascule bridges. The set will encourage and challenge children to go beyond the set shapes and to experiment with their own creations.

Polydron Bridges Set Build any of the eight bridges, one at a time.

Polydron Bridges Class Set Build all of the eight bridges, at the same time.

What the experts say:

“ This is a wonderful hands-on tool with connections to math, science and history… a quality product.” Learning Magazine USA.

Square

26Equilateral

22Gratnells TraySquare

8Rectangle

10Right Angle

20Isosceles

4Root 2

4BookWork CardsStrut

330

4Strut80

2Pulley

4Handle

2SquareHole

4Rectangle2 Holes

2Hinge

22 Squares

8Eyelet

4Plinth

2String

4Suspension

String

2

Square

70Equilateral

68Gratnells TraySquare

44Rectangle

14Right Angle

56Isosceles

4Root 2

4BookWork CardsStrut

330

8Strut80

5Pulley

4Handle

2SquareHole

4Rectangle2 Holes

2Hinge

22 Squares

8Eyelet

6Plinth

15String

4Suspension

String

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Design & Technology

10-9010 2.6 kg 43 L x 31 W x 15 H cm 134 Pieces

10-9030 6 kg 43 L x 31 W x 30 H cm 322 Pieces

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Octoplay3+

Octoplay Play Pack144 assorted shapes and struts. 6 different components which slot and slide together in a variety of ways.

By joining together simple structures and patterns, children will become absorbed very easily into the endless possibilities and will work together whilst having fun. The eight-sided pieces and struts slot together easily and with the addition of the wheels set, moving models are simple.

▶ Provides hours of educational play ▶ Safe and easy to use ▶ Includes work cards with easy to follow graphics

Flats

85Single Peg

14Twin Peg

14 14Twin Disc Exploring Booklet

7Quad Disc

10Strut

Creative play for little hands

10-8010 0.89 kg 24 L x 70 W x 5 H cm 144 Pieces

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Early Years

Octoplay Action PackStimulate children’s imagination with this 296 piece set, including struts and the wheel set.

Octoplay Fun PackA bumper assortment of Octoplay with assorted shapes, including struts and the wheel set. 152 pieces in total.

Octoplay Wheel Pack4 wheels and 4 axles.

4StrutWheels/Axles

4

Flats

85Single Peg

14Twin Peg

14 14Twin Disc Exploring BookletWheels/Axles

47Quad Disc

14Strut Tub Flats

170Single Peg

28Twin Peg

28 28Twin Disc

14Quad Disc

24Strut TubWheels/Axles

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Octoplay Learner PackA low cost entry set to the world of Octoplay, includes full instructions.

This set contains 60 pieces of quality Polydron.

Flats

41Single Peg

4Twin Peg

4 4Twin Disc

2Quad Disc

5Strut Tub

Octoplay Work CardsNew work cards have been introduced to complement the Octoplay range. The easy to follow graphics provide an invaluable guide to assist the class with ideas.

10-8004 0.4 kg 24 L x 26 W x 7 H cm 8 Pieces

10-8020 1.8 kg 31 L x 31 W x 23 H cm 152 Pieces

10-8100 0.2 kg 24 L x 16.5 W x 1 H cm 25 Double Sided Cards

10-8000 0.5 kg 22 L x 22 W x 15 H cm 60 Pieces

10-8030 2.6 kg 31 L x 31 W x 23 H cm 296 Pieces

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SHAPING THE WORLD’S IMAGINATION

Should you require further information please contact us:

Polydron LtdSite E, Lakeside Business Park, Broadway Lane, South Cerney, Gloucestershire, GL7 5XL, England.

Tel: +44 (0) 1285 863980 Fax: +44 (0) 1285 863981 Email: headoffice@polydron.com

www.polydron.com

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