Puzzle & Spinning Gears - 12 Pieces

Ignite curiosity and mechanical discovery with the Puzzle & Spinning Gears - 12 Pieces, a vibrant and hands-on wooden puzzle designed to engage toddlers in early STEM and fine motor learning. This beautifully crafted set features 11 colourful, patterned gears and a neutral-toned wooden puzzle board with outlined slots, making it easy for little ones to find each gear's perfect place. Children will love watching the entire gear system come to life as they turn the handle and see the connected cogs spin in unison. With bold colours, varying sizes, and satisfying rotation, this puzzle is ideal for developing hand-eye coordination, problem-solving, and colour recognition, all while providing joyful, interactive play.

Educational Benefits:

• Builds fine motor strength and hand-eye coordination through grasping and turning
• Encourages problem-solving and critical thinking through gear placement and function
• Supports colour and pattern recognition, early spatial awareness, and sequencing
• Fosters concentration, attention, and perseverance through trial-and-error learning

Classroom & Play Activity Ideas:

• Ask children to match gear colours to coloured cards or call out colours as they spin
• Use in small group sessions to promote teamwork and collaborative play
• Incorporate storytelling with the puzzle - what do the spinning gears power?
• Introduce early physics concepts by observing how turning one gear affects the others

Product Details:

• Ages: 18+ months
• Set includes: 1 wooden puzzle board and 11 brightly coloured spinning gears
• Board size: 30(W) cm
• Features outlines on the board to support independent placement
• Gears vary in size and pattern, adding to visual and tactile stimulation
• Designed for little hands with smooth wooden pieces and easy-to-turn components