Safari Animals Black and White Rug

Description

Embark on a Safari of Learning with the Simply Safari Animals Classroom Rug

Transform your classroom into an adventure zone with the Simply Safari Animals Black and White Rug. Designed to captivate young imaginations, this bold and beautiful monochromatic carpet showcases whimsical animal illustrations, including a lion, zebra, giraffe, hippo, and more, all inspired by fun, pencil-drawn designs.

Sizes: 5' x 7'6 and 7'6 x 12'

This rug isn’t just a stylish addition to your learning space; it’s a tool for discovery and creativity. Imagine the possibilities as students gather for storytime, group activities, or quiet reading. Whether they're seated on the lion or lounging by the giraffe, each child will feel part of the classroom community.

Key Benefits:

• Encourage Active Learning: Use the animals as inspiration for weekly lessons! Teach about each animal’s habitat, diet, and unique behaviors to spark curiosity and broaden students’ understanding of the natural world.
• Versatile Usage: Perfect for circle time, reading groups, or socializing with peers, this rug creates an inviting, comfortable environment for a variety of classroom activities.
• Unmatched Durability: Made from high-quality materials, this rug is built to handle daily wear and tear while maintaining its vibrant design. The black background ensures it stays looking clean, even in high-traffic areas.
• Promote Inclusivity: Create an inclusive space where every child has a spot to sit, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration.

The Simply Safari Animals Classroom Rug is more than just a piece of décor—it’s a classroom centerpiece that transforms lessons into adventures. Picture your students eagerly picking their favorite animal to sit on, building excitement and engagement every day.

With its playful yet sophisticated design, this rug perfectly balances fun and function. Teachers can seamlessly integrate it into lessons, making it a multipurpose tool that enhances both the classroom aesthetic and the learning experience.

• Made in the U.S.A. 
• Highest fiber density, with an infusion dye process. Ensures bright lasting color
• Anti-Microbial and Anti-Static Treatment. Green Label Certified
• 24 oz Nylon w/Urethane Backing System
• Treated with Scotchgard protector for superior soil resistance
• Class I Flammability Rating and Indoor Air Quality passed
• Bound and double stitched with nylon edge yarn for maximum strength and durability

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Not only does the rug add personality to any learning space, but also educates kids about different animal habitats and their eating habits. All while offering high quality bright lasting color.

Interesting facts about safari animals

• Elephant: African elephants are the largest land animals on Earth, with males often weighing up to 12,000 pounds. They use their trunks not only for drinking and eating but also for communication and tool use.

• Lion: Lions are the only truly social cats, living in groups called prides. Female lions are the primary hunters, working together to take down prey like zebras and wildebeests.

• Giraffe: Giraffes have incredibly long necks, often reaching up to 18 feet in length. Despite their height, they only have seven neck vertebrae, the same number as humans.

• Cheetah: Cheetahs are the fastest land animals, capable of reaching speeds up to 60-70 mph in short bursts covering distances of up to 1,500 feet.

• Hippopotamus: Despite spending most of their time in water, hippos are not good swimmers. They're more buoyant than they are graceful and can even walk along the riverbed.

• Zebra: The unique black and white stripes of zebras are thought to help deter biting flies and regulate body temperature through a cooling effect caused by air circulation over the different stripe colors.

• Rhino: Rhinoceroses have thick, armored skin and two primary horn types: one-horned Indian rhinos and two-horned African rhinos. These horns are unfortunately highly sought after for their supposed medicinal properties, leading to poaching concerns.

• Leopard: Leopards are strong climbers and often carry their prey into trees to keep it safe from scavengers like lions and hyenas. They're highly adaptable and can live in a variety of environments.

Welcome to the Magical Safari Rug - Classroom Story

Let's go on a big adventure. Let's all sit down and close our eyes. Can you feel the warm African sun on your face? Now open your eyes and look around!

Oh my, Leo the Lion is looking hungry! Can everyone roar like Leo? Great job! Your roars have scared away the pesky flies buzzing around him.

Look over there - it's Ellie the Elephant! She's trying to cool off. Can you all swing your arms like Ellie's trunk spraying water? Splish splash! Much better, Ellie looks very happy now.

Gerry the Giraffe is having trouble reaching those yummy leaves at the top of the tree. Let's all stretch up high like Gerry. Reach, reach, reach! Wonderful, you've helped Gerry get his lunch!

Uh-oh, do you hear that? It's Crisscross the Crocodile, sneaking through the tall grass. Let's all put our hands together and snap them like Crisscross's big jaws. Snap, snap!

But wait, Zippy the Zebra has spotted Crisscross! Let's warn the other animals. Can you all stomp your feet like Zippy? Stomp, stomp, stomp! Great job, everyone is safe now.

Hippo Henry finds this all very funny. He's laughing so hard, he falls into his mud pool with a big SPLAT! Can you all make a big splashing sound?

Now, Chester the Cheetah challenges Rhonda the Rhino to a race. Chester is fast, but Rhonda is strong. Who do you think will win? Let's count down to start the race - 3, 2, 1, GO! Run in place as fast as you can, just like Chester and Rhonda!

As our day in the savanna comes to an end, all our animal friends gather together. The sky is turning orange and pink. Can you all make a big yawning sound like the sleepy animals?

Before we say goodbye, let's count how many animals we met today. Count with me as I point to each one... 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9! Wow, nine new animal friends!

Now, as we wave goodbye to our safari pals, they invite us back for another adventure soon. What animals do you hope to meet next time on our Magical Safari Rug?"

This expanded version includes more interactive elements like animal sounds, movements, and counting, which can help engage the children and reinforce learning concepts.