Playground cloches with interactive animal dioramas
Turn children on to the magic of the natural world with our discovery play cloches!
Natureworks has added to our immersive and educational experiences with a broad range of outdoor nature-based discovery cloches. These domed-shaped play items are designed with cut-out holes for viewing internal themed animals and their habitats in mini dioramas.
Our custom set of discovery play cloches has been delighting visitors to Central Park Playground, Malvern East, Victoria. Read about the project here: Educational discovery play cloches for new inclusive playground
Made from sturdy fibreglass material, each cloche is custom-painted to suit clients’ needs. When installed onto steel posts for easy child-height viewing, the cloches offer a unique and engaging way for children to explore and learn about different ecosystems.
What can you experience inside a Discovery Cloche?
Our custom discovery cloches are meticulously crafted to recreate various themed environments. When children peer into the cloche, they find themselves transported into microhabitats teeming with miniature animals and vibrant details. The internal models are waterproof and super strong.
Here are some of the exciting scenes children can discover:
- Farm Animals Grazing on Artificial Grass: See miniature cows, sheep, and chickens in a pastoral/farm setting.
- Water-Themed Animals on the ocean floor: Explore a marine world filled with stingrays, dugongs, and colourful fish.
- Waterways with Frogs and Plants: Watch frogs hopping around and water plants swaying in an aquatic environment.
- Domestic Animals: Discover horses, bulls and cows, dogs, and pigs with their piglets in various lifelike scenarios.
- Prehistoric World: Encounter miniature dinosaurs roaming a land of rocks and ferns.
- Mountainous Terrain: Spot mountain goats climbing rocky landscapes.
- Reptilian Wonders: Observe lizards, snakes, and crocodiles basking under the sun.
- Marine Invertebrates: Watch squids, jellyfish, and horseshoe crabs floating in an underwater scene.
- Creepy Crawlies: Find insects like spiders and beetles crawling up the inside walls.
Clients have the option to select preferred themes or allow us to set the scenes that we believe work best. Each cloche includes miniature animals with coloured backgrounds to enhance the overall experience. These scenes are securely enclosed within the cloche which shields them from excess sunlight. The children are free to touch the animals yet are unable to remove them.
Unique features and benefits
- Sturdy Construction: Made from durable fibreglass, our cloches are built to withstand outdoor conditions and provide long-lasting displays.
- Custom Painting: Each cloche is hand-painted to match the client’s specifications, ensuring a unique and personalized touch.
- Interactive Viewing: Installed at child height when placed on steel posts (Posts and installation available on request).
- Interactive Viewing: These cloches are designed to be viewed and engaging for young viewers. The rounded access holes at the top allow sunlight to illuminate the dioramas, and side holes encourage the children to touch the creatures within enhancing the learning and exploration. A wide view of the scenes allow viewers to feel fully immersed in the diorama.
- External Details: Some cloches feature additional external details such as owl eyes and beaks, or other characters crawling over, adding to the visual appeal.
- Colourful Round Handles: A playful and practical feature that enhances the overall design and makes the cloches easy to interact with.
- Educational Value: These installations are perfect for playgrounds, providing a unique entertaining and educational way for children to learn about natural habitats and the diverse creatures that inhabit them.
- L 30cm diameter x W 30cm (tapers to 16cms at the round top of the bell shape) x H 30cm -including colour knob at top
Why choose our Discovery Cloches?
Our discovery cloches are not just decorative pieces; they are tools for education and engagement. By offering a window into various ecosystems, they help children develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for nature. The secure, enclosed design ensures that the miniature scenes remain intact and protected, making them ideal for outdoor installations.
At Natureworks, we are committed to creating high-quality, custom-themed elements that captivate and educate. Our discovery cloches are a testament to this commitment, providing a magical and informative experience for children and adults alike. Whether for a playground, park, or educational centre, our cloches are sure to delight and inspire.
Why are they called Cloches?
A cloche is a dome cover traditionally used in various contexts to provide protection or create a specific environment. The term “cloche” is derived from the French word for bell, reflecting its typical bell-like shape.
View Naturework’s themed playground cloches close-up on YouTube
Contact Us
Interested in adding a custom discovery cloche to your space? Contact us today to discuss your ideas and let us help you create a captivating and educational display that will help to turn children on to the the magic of the natural world!
Banksia Seed pod climbers were also custom manufactured and installed for this project – info coming soon!
