If you give my class a TUFF Tray - USA Giveaway
Welcome to our STORY contest!
We're excited to talk about our new Tuff Trays - PLAYtrays and why they are a favorite in classrooms across the USA. Join the sensory play fun to WIN!
Why Teachers LOVE using TUFF TRAYS:
Every Tuff Tray comes with a COMPLETE year-long early years digital curriculum.
They're super versatile – perfect for ALL kinds of activities.
Kids love them, which makes learning a lot more FUN.
They're EASY to use and clean.
Want to know more? Watch the video below.
Discover the new 2024 TUFF TRAY
How Tuff Trays Help in Learning - Perfect for Sensory PLAY!
Our founder, a dedicated kindergarten teacher, loves the new 2024 Tuff Tray.
Here’s how it helps:
- It makes learning fun and hands-on.
- Kids can try different sensory activities.
- It’s great for group projects.
- It helps teachers meet the needs of all students. Great for all ages and inclusive experiences.
- Can be used as a chalkboard to involve students in interactive learning.
For children, a Tuff Tray quickly becomes more than just a play area—it's recognized as a special "learning space." Over time, they come to respect it as the "activity tray," where each appearance signals a new opportunity for exploration and discovery. The bold black color of the tray serves as a striking contrast, making colorful flashcards and materials pop against its backdrop. This not only captivates the children's attention but also aids teachers by highlighting the learning tools used during activities. When children see the tray being set up, they know exciting and engaging experiences are just moments away.
info@playtraylearning.com
Story Contest Idea
The story title "If you give my class a Tuff Tray" is inspired by a beloved kindergarten book. If you can guess the book we’re referring to and mention it your email submission, you’ll earn an extra entry in our giveaway!
- The original idea behind using this quote was shared with us by another teacher. In the world of teaching, we're all about inspiring one another!
How to Enter:
- Write Your Story: Start with "If you give my class a Tuff Tray..." and tell us what happens next.
- Send It In: Email your story to info@playtraylearning.com with your name, USA State location and teaching role.
- Everyone Gets a Reply: Send your stories by August 17th, and we'll reply to all. We love to read!
-
Winning Time: We announce winners on August 19th by email. Winner(s) receive a Tuff Tray set and a year-long play-based curriculum called "52 Weeks of PLAYtrays."
*Guess the book that inspired our giveaway title for an extra chance to win!
"We’re excited to read your stories and see how a Tuff Tray could make learning even better in your class. Let’s make learning fun and playful this year!"
5 Fun and Easy Tuff Tray Ideas for Your Classroom
A Tuff Tray can make your classroom a more exciting place to learn. It's a special tray where kids can try different activities that help them learn and have fun at the same time. You can use a Tuff Tray for many things, and it helps keep everything tidy while the kids explore and create.
Here are 5 simple ways to use your Tuff Tray:
Story Time Tuff Trays: Put items from the book you're reading in the tray. This lets kids touch and see parts of the story while you read. Create a small world set up related to the book for dramatic play.
Themed Activities: Set up the tray with things that go with a certain topic, like the beach or the jungle. This helps kids learn more about that subject.
STEM Station: Use the tray for science and building projects. It’s great for experiments because it keeps everything in one place and easy to clean up.
Circle Time Chalkboard: Use it directly as a board so kids can write and draw on it during a lesson and make learning more interactive.
Building Blocks: Fill the tray with blocks so kids can build. This is good for their hands and helps them think about how to make things. Perfect for open-ended play.
These ideas make learning with the Tuff Tray fun and keep each day interesting for the kids.
GIVEAWAY FAQs
How to win a tuff tray?
Start with writing an email to us "If you give my class a Tuff Tray..." and tell us what happens next.
Submit your story by August.17th, 2024 to info@playtraylearning.com
Who can enter to win?
We want to support all USA educators in early learning fields—whether you're a school board teacher, a homeschooler, or part of a community program.
What details do you need?
We will never ask you for any payment or credit card information. If your story is selected as a winner, we will contact you to confirm the delivery address only.
In your email, please provide your NAME + STATE LOCATION + TEACHING ROLE + submit your short story.
When will I know if I won?
We will email you on August 19th to let you know. Then we will confirm the address and send you a TUFF tray to start a new school year with learning Through PLAYtrays.
The Author: Learning Through PLAYtrays
We truly believe in learning through PLAY!