I Spy Minibeasts – Playground Activity & Vocabulary Board 3x6ft
I Spy Minibeasts communication board – a perfect activity addition to your minibeast topic. Supports vocabulary, observation and social interaction during outdoor play, helping children explore insects, describe what they see and engage in shared games in a fun, meaningful way.
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About this board
The I Spy Minibeasts Playground Communication Board is a fun and engaging way to support minibeast vocabulary, observation and social interaction during outdoor play.
Perfect as an activity addition to your minibeast topic, this board encourages children to explore the world around them while developing language through real experiences. Whether in a playground, forest school or outdoor learning area, pupils can spot, name and talk about insects and small creatures they find.
Designed as a playground communication board, it supports children to:
• build and extend minibeast vocabulary
• describe what they can see
• take turns and play shared games
• engage with others during playtime
Children can use the board to play simple “I Spy” games, take part in turn-taking activities, or work together to find and name different minibeasts. This naturally encourages communication, cooperation and curiosity.
The board also supports a wide range of learners, including those with SEND, by providing clear visual symbols that help make language accessible and meaningful.
As a flexible outdoor communication board, it can be used to support both structured learning and free play, making it a valuable resource across EYFS, KS1 and SEN settings.
Whether you are teaching a minibeast topic or simply looking to enrich outdoor play, this board provides a simple and effective way to combine language, learning and interaction.
How to use this board?
This I Spy Minibeasts playground communication board can be used in a range of simple and engaging ways during outdoor play and learning.
Start by modelling how to use the board. Point to a symbol and say the word aloud, encouraging children to look, find and repeat. Over time, children will begin to independently point to the symbols to communicate what they can see.
A simple way to introduce the board is through an “I Spy” game. Adults or pupils can take turns choosing a minibeast from the board, while others search the environment to find it. This supports vocabulary, observation and turn-taking.
The board can also be used to:
• encourage children to name and describe minibeasts they find
• support turn-taking and shared play
• prompt conversations about what is happening in the environment
• develop early language and communication skills
You can also extend this with a vocabulary matching game. Matching vocabulary flashcards are available on LiberiComm, allowing children to draw a card, find the matching minibeast on the board and name it. This adds an extra level of engagement while reinforcing topic vocabulary.
For more structured activities, children can be asked to:
• find a specific minibeast and point to it on the board
• take turns choosing what to look for next
• match real-life findings to the symbols on the board
This outdoor communication board works best when used consistently. The more it is modelled and used during playtime, the more confident children become in using it to communicate, explore and interact with others.
Product Information
| Orientation | Landscape |
| Item Shape | Rectangular |
| Theme | Autism, Children, Communication, Education, Learning, Playground, Special Educational Needs, Speech Therapy |
| Product Style | Educational, Colourful Pictogram Grid with Bright Yellow, Green, Grey, and Purple Colour-coded Sections |
| Special Features | AAC Communication Support, Grommets for Easy Hanging, Outdoor Use, UV Resistant, Waterproof |
| Mounting Type | Grommets |
| Is Framed | No |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Vinyl |
| Frame Material | No Frame |
| Finish Type | Matte |
| Paint Type | Digital Print |
| Size | 182.9L x 91.4W cm |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 182.9L x 91.4W centimetres |
| Item Weight | 0.7 Kilograms |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Age Range | 2 Years and Up |
| Brand | LiberiComm |
| Package Type | Rolled in Protective Tube |
| Manufacturer | LiberiComm |
| Recommended Uses | AAC Support, Autism Communication Aid, Classroom Display, EYFS Resource, Non-verbal Communication Support, Outdoor Learning, Playground Communication, SEND Resource, Special Educational Needs Support, Speech Therapy |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does delivery take?
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Do you deliver outside the UK?
Our standard delivery is UK only. For international delivery enquiries, please contact us at support@libericomm.co.uk for a quote.
Can I order by invoice or purchase order?
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What if I want a different design?
Use the Customise button on this page to create your own version. If that option is not available, please get in touch at support@libericomm.co.uk.
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