Unit Blocks Set - Five Children Set - 56 pieces

This wooden unit block set is an open-ended construction resource designed to encourage creativity, problem-solving, and spatial awareness in young learners. Made from smooth, durable timber, these 56 carefully proportioned blocks allow children to construct, balance, and experiment with different structures. Based on the unit block system of 1:2:4 proportions, this set introduces fundamental mathematical concepts, including halves, doubles, and quadruples, alongside columns, ramps, curves, and buttresses. The versatility of these blocks enables children to explore physics, geometry, and engineering while engaging in imaginative and collaborative play. Whether recreating real-world structures or inventing new designs, children develop fine motor skills, logical thinking, and teamwork through hands-on construction experiences. Designed for use by up to five children at a time, this set is ideal for early learning environments, group activities, and independent exploration.

Educational Benefits

• Supports mathematical learning - Introduces early geometry, measurement, and problem-solving through proportional design.
• Encourages engineering and physics exploration - Teaches balance, gravity, levers, and fulcrums in a hands-on way.
• Develops fine motor skills and coordination - Stacking, balancing, and aligning blocks improve dexterity and spatial awareness.
• Promotes communication and social development - Encourages cooperative play, teamwork, and language development through shared building projects.

Classroom Ideas

• Maths and measurement activities - Use blocks to explore size relationships, symmetry, and fractions.
• Physics experiments - Introduce basic engineering concepts by creating ramps, bridges, and weight distribution challenges.
• Creative storytelling and dramatic play - Have children build structures to represent settings for role-playing activities.
• Collaborative construction projects - Encourage group work to design and build cities, landscapes, or iconic landmarks.

Safety & Information

• Ages: 3+ years
• Includes: 56-piece wooden unit block set
• Measurements:
  • Standard unit block depth: 3.2 cm
• Material: High-quality, smooth timber
• Safety:
  • Meets Australian safety standards
  • Designed for safe handling by young children