Description
A Wonderful Statement Piece in Your Waiting Area
The Forest Activity Wall Panel features sliding elements that help to develop fine motor skills and encourage discussion between peers and health care providers. This is a "wow look at that" item for active waiting areas. Children will make a bee line towards this toy. There's enough room for two to play.
Size: 46 1/2"H x 23 3/4" W x 2 1/4"D.
When you slide the tufts of grass, foxes and rabbits play hide-and-seek. When you turn the wheel, you can see how frogs grow. The bee is flying towards the flower, the bird is sitting in the tree, and the spider is moving towards its web.
Made by HABA Item 206386
Veneer board - Manufactured using a series of veneer wood layers glued crossways. The uppermost layer forms a high quality genuine veneer wood. Warm and inviting with unmatched stability and comfortable to use.
Surface sealing - HABA veneers are sealed with carefully selected lacquers that are water based and free of solvents. .
Advantages of veneer: Genuine wood, Natural appearance, Warm surface, durable, healthy room atmosphere.
Interesting facts about forests:
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Biodiversity Hotspots: Forests are home to an incredible variety of plant and animal species. They cover about 31% of Earth's land area, but they contain over 80% of terrestrial biodiversity. Tropical rainforests, in particular, are considered biodiversity hotspots.
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Oxygen Production: Forests play a crucial role in producing oxygen. Through the process of photosynthesis, trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen. The Amazon rainforest alone produces about 20% of the world's oxygen.
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Carbon Sink: Forests act as carbon sinks, absorbing and storing large amounts of carbon dioxide. They help mitigate climate change by reducing the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
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Ancient Giants: Some of the world's oldest and tallest trees are found in forests. The ancient bristlecone pine trees, for example, can live for thousands of years, and the coastal redwoods of California can reach heights exceeding 350 feet.
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Medicinal Plants: Many pharmaceuticals are derived from compounds found in plants, and forests are a rich source of medicinal plants. Indigenous communities have long used forest plants for various medicinal purposes.
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Lungs of the Earth: Rainforests, often referred to as the "lungs of the Earth," play a crucial role in regulating the global climate. They absorb vast amounts of carbon dioxide and release oxygen, influencing weather patterns and precipitation.
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Ecosystem Services: Forests provide a wide range of ecosystem services, including water filtration, soil stabilization, and flood control. They contribute to the overall health and well-being of the planet and its inhabitants.
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Cultural Importance: Forests have significant cultural importance for many societies. They are often featured in myths, legends, and spiritual beliefs. Forests can also be places of cultural heritage, housing ancient civilizations or archaeological sites.
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Mysterious Ecosystems: Despite extensive scientific research, many aspects of forest ecosystems remain mysterious and undiscovered. New species of plants and animals are still being discovered in remote and unexplored forest areas, highlighting the vastness of Earth's biodiversity.