Tuff trays are simply a large tray with raised edges for offering resources to children, be they open-ended or themed, for children to explore and investigate, allowing their imaginations to fly and developing important skills along the way. They can be used to support problem-solving, communicating effectively with others, learning to negotiate roles and responsibilities, navigating sharing and taking turns and developing fine motor skills. They're easy to use both inside and outside and can be raised to different heights on stands or placed flat on the floor, meaning they can be accessed by everyone. Here are a few examples from Nursery: