Learning Resources - Sprouts® Pick 'n' Sort Food Groups

Sort It, Name It, Eat It — Learning Food Groups Has Never Been This Fun

The Learning Resources Sprouts® Pick 'n' Sort Food Groups set brings the farmer's market to your little one's play space. With colourful, realistic-looking food pieces and sorting plates, kids explore the five food groups through hands-on pretend play — building early nutrition awareness, vocabulary, and fine motor skills all at once. It's the kind of toy that looks like play but works like learning.

What's Inside

• ✅ Realistic food pieces — representing all five food groups
• ✅ Sorting plates — colour-coded by food group for easy categorisation
• ✅ Activity guide included — with sorting and play ideas to extend learning
• ✅ By Learning Resources — trusted classroom and home learning brand
• ✅ Recommended for ages 18 months+

Why Kids (and Parents) Love It

• ✅ Teaches the five food groups — grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and protein through play
• ✅ Builds fine motor skills — picking, sorting, and placing pieces develops hand strength and coordination
• ✅ Sparks conversation — a natural prompt for talking about healthy eating at home or in the classroom
• ✅ Open-ended play — use for sorting, pretend cooking, grocery shopping, and more
• ✅ A top early learning toy for toddlers and young kids in Australia

Good to Know Before You Buy

• Recommended for ages 18 months+
• Food pieces are play food only — not edible
• Wipe clean with a damp cloth
• Ideal for home, preschool, and early childhood classroom settings

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this suitable for?

Recommended for ages 18 months+. Ideal for toddlers and preschool-aged children beginning to explore food, nutrition, and sorting concepts.

What food groups are covered?

The set covers all five food groups — grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and protein — with realistic food pieces representing each category.

How many pieces are included?

The set includes multiple food pieces and sorting plates. Please refer to the product packaging for the exact piece count.

Is this suitable for classroom use?

Yes — the Sprouts® Pick 'n' Sort Food Groups set is designed with educators in mind and works well in preschool and early childhood classroom settings as a hands-on nutrition activity.

Are the pieces durable?

Yes — pieces are made from durable plastic and are wipe-clean, making them well-suited for repeated use in home or classroom environments.