{"title":"Dark Dens","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dark den is a simple, portable way to bring a blacked-out space into the classroom — somewhere children can explore light and shadow with torches and glowing toys, take part in focused sensory activities, or just find a calm, quiet place to retreat to. They're a favourite in early years and SEN settings because they set up in minutes, pack away into a bag, and turn any corner into a sensory space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich dark den is right for you?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Dark Den\u003c\/strong\u003e — the affordable 1-metre cube, ideal for one or two children and easy to move between rooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGiant Dark Den\u003c\/strong\u003e — a room-sized den that fits a group and holds bubble tubes and fibre-optic strands, for a portable sensory room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePyramid Dark Den\u003c\/strong\u003e — a triangular den with a flap door that doubles as a decorated teepee for role play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll use a double-skin nylon cover for genuine darkness inside, suit ages 3 and up, and come with a storage bag. If you're setting up a sensory space and aren't sure which size suits your room, get in touch — we're an Australian, teacher-run business and welcome school purchase orders.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dark-den","title":"TTS Dark Den — Pop-Up Sensory Tent","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Den is a simple, affordable way to bring a blacked-out space into any classroom or early years setting. Children crawl inside its 1-metre cube and step into a dark world they can bring to life with torches, glow sticks, fibre optics and other sensory resources. The double-thick nylon skin keeps the space genuinely dark, so every glowing object stands out — and it packs down into its storage bag when the session's over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e12 den poles and 8 connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA double-thick nylon den cover for a properly dark space\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA storage bag for packing away and moving between rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA 1-metre cube — the right size for one or two children to explore\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDouble-skin nylon blocks out the light for real darkness inside\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple to build and quick to pack away\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight and portable between spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for ages 3+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWays to use it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensory play with torches, light-up toys and glow-in-the-dark resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA calm, quiet retreat for a child who needs a break\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRole play, drama and storytelling in a space that sets the scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScientific investigation into light, dark and shadow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecial-needs and SEN sensory work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAffordable, portable and endlessly adaptable, the Dark Den is a classroom favourite for sensory play, creative work and quiet time alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37749264842915,"sku":"EY00254","price":244.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/4769\/4755\/products\/EY00254_large3.png?v=1613183353"},{"product_id":"giant-dark-den","title":"TTS Giant Dark Den — Sensory Blackout Tent","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Dark Den turns a corner of the classroom into a calm, blacked-out space where children can explore light and shadow, settle a busy mind or take part in focused sensory activities. Not every setting has room for a permanent sensory room — this giant pop-up den is the next best thing. It's large enough for a group of children, or for one child who needs a little more space, and roomy enough to hold bubble tubes, fibre-optic strands and other sensory equipment that wouldn't fit inside a smaller den.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDen poles and connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA thick blackout den covering to keep the light out\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA storage bag for packing away and transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGiant size — fits a group, or gives one child more room\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBig enough to hold bubble tubes, fibre-optic strands and light sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThick cover for a properly dark space, with a large door panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet it up portrait or landscape to suit your space\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse it with the cover for a dark den, or as a giant den frame without it\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePacks down into the storage bag when it's not needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 182 cm tall with a base roughly 150 cm square. Suitable for ages 3+. An adult should set it up and pack it away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA flexible, portable way to bring a dark sensory space to any early years or SEN setting — ready when you need it, and packed away when you don't.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37749264875683,"sku":"EY01100","price":390.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/4769\/4755\/products\/EY02737_large1.png?v=1613183357"},{"product_id":"pyramid-dark-den","title":"TTS Pyramid Dark Den — Sensory Teepee Tent","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pyramid Dark Den is a fresh take on the classic dark den — a tall, triangular space children can duck into through the flap door and make their own. Its double nylon skin blocks out the light for a properly dark den inside, perfect for exploring torches, glow-in-the-dark toys and other sensory resources, or simply as a cosy, quiet place to retreat to. 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