Description
About the story
Betty O’Barley and Harry O’Hay are planning the perfect wedding – but when Harry sets off to gather everything they need, Reginald Rake swoops in. Julia Donaldson’s rhyming tale of love, friendship and perseverance is a favourite in homes and classrooms alike.
What’s inside
- The Scarecrows’ Wedding picture book – Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestselling story (book optional if you already have it).
- Lanka Kade wooden characters – scarecrow, goose, cow, mouse, bee, toad, snail and fire. Handmade from sustainably sourced rubberwood with non-toxic paints, Fairtrade and FSC-certified.
Ways to play
- Retell the story, with each animal helping to gather the wedding things.
- Act out the rescue scene with the wooden fire.
- Line the characters up and practise sequencing – who came first?
- Plan your own scarecrow wedding with toys from around the house.
Learning through play (Aistear)
- Communicating – rhyme, retelling and new vocabulary.
- Exploring & Thinking – sequencing and problem-solving.
- Well-being – imaginative role-play and fine motor skills.
- Identity & Belonging – friendship, kindness and perseverance.
Good to know
- Best for ages 3–6. Contains small parts, not suitable for children under 3.
- Bag: Fairtrade organic cotton – spot clean or cool gentle wash. Wooden pieces: wipe with a damp cloth, do not soak.
- The StorySack bag is not a toy. Please supervise play and keep the drawstring bag away from babies and young children.
- Wooden figure designs may vary slightly from images due to natural materials and supplier updates.
