{"product_id":"wipe-clean-starting-school-activity-book-sandcastle-books-ages-3-5-spiral-bound","title":"Wipe Clean Starting School Activity Book by Sandcastle Books - Ages 3-5 - Spiral Bound","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spiral Bound (Wipe Clean)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781849995092\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sandcastle Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-5 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wipe Clean Starting School Activity Book is a reusable, spiral-bound learning companion designed for children aged 3 to 5 who are getting ready for their first days of school. Featuring a lay-flat spiral binding and durable wipe-clean pages, it lets little hands practise pen control, letter tracing, counting and early problem-solving again and again with a special wipe-clean pen. Warm, encouraging illustrations reflect familiar school routines, helping preschoolers feel confident, capable and genuinely excited about starting school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis activity book takes young learners on a gentle, self-paced journey through the skills and situations they will meet on their first day of school. Bright, friendly artwork walks children through classroom routines such as hanging up a coat, sitting on the carpet, sharing with friends and packing away toys, while wipe-clean activity pages build essential early-learning foundations. Children trace letters and numbers, match shapes, count objects and follow simple mazes, all using the accompanying wipe-clean pen so mistakes can be wiped away and tried again. This repeat-practice format takes the pressure off learning, turning every page into a chance to try, wipe and try once more until a skill clicks. Alongside pen-control and literacy practice, the book gently introduces the social and emotional side of starting school, encouraging children to talk about new feelings, ask for help, and look forward to making friends. The durable spiral pages withstand repeated use at home or on the go, ideal for the car or quiet time before bed. Parents will appreciate the clear layout, sensible pacing, and the way each activity mirrors real classroom moments, giving families a practical way to prepare a preschooler for the transition into Reception or nursery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReusable wipe-clean spiral pages allow unlimited practice with no waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds essential pen control, letter and number recognition before school starts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces real school routines, helping children picture their first day with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports emotional readiness alongside academic skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable, lay-flat spiral binding is ideal for little hands and on-the-go learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for ages 3-5; ideal for preschool prep, nursery, or home learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSandcastle Books is a UK children's publishing imprint specialising in accessible, activity-led learning resources for young children. Known for clear, engaging formats that support foundational skills at home, Sandcastle Books creates titles that pair practical exercises with a pace that respects a child's emotional journey. Their wipe-clean range is designed with input from early-years specialists, focusing on repeatable, mess-free practice that builds independence, resilience and a positive attitude towards new experiences such as starting school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Activity Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA calm, practical way to prepare any preschooler for their first day, this wipe-clean spiral book turns school readiness into playful practice - reusable pages mean endless repetition with zero mess or waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Book cover may vary slightly from the image shown; this listing is for the UK edition with ISBN 9781849995092 as stated.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sandcastle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57473035305342,"sku":"VRT28588","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/wipe-clean-starting-school-activity-book-sandcastle-books-cover.webp?v=1784445918","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/wipe-clean-starting-school-activity-book-sandcastle-books-ages-3-5-spiral-bound","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}