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Wooden box holding 30 coloured beads and two laces

Melissa & Doug Primary Lacing Beads Educational Toy 30 Wooden Beads 2 Laces Ages 35

SKU CH-F993-CGKQT

Thirty wooden beads in five shapes with two laces build fine motor skills for children aged three and up

  • Main materialWood
  • Builds fine motor skills with 30 easy-grasp wooden beads
  • Includes two thin laces that thread smoothly for little hands
  • Five distinct shapes encourage cognitive and visual perception growth
  • Durable wooden storage case keeps pieces tidy between play sessions
  • Designed for screen-free creative play from age 35

Educational Lacing Toy for Ages 35

This Melissa & Doug set provides 30 wooden beads in five shapes and two laces for threading practice. A wooden storage case keeps the pieces organised between play sessions. The design targets fine-motor development and hand-eye coordination through screen-free activity.

What to Check Before Buying

Ensure the child is at least 35 months old so the beads and laces are age-appropriate. Verify that the play area allows space for spreading out the pieces and the storage case. Confirm that adult supervision is available for younger users.

Upgrade From Simpler Threading Toys

This kit replaces basic single-shape bead sets by adding shape variety and a dedicated case. The jump is worth it when a child has mastered simple lacing and needs more challenge or when a tidy storage solution becomes important.

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Price $16.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 4,397 comparable items (median $60.99).

Specifications

Size & build
Main materialWood

Questions about this item

Does the Melissa & Doug Primary Lacing Beads set include a storage container, or do I need to buy one separately?

The set includes a wooden storage case along with 30 wooden beads and 2 laces, so no separate container is needed.

The title mentions "Ages 35" — is this suitable for a 3-year-old or only for older children?

The manufacturer highlights list "Ages 3+" and "35+ years" of brand history; the product is designed for children aged 3 and up.

How do the 30 beads and 2 laces support fine motor development during play?

Five easy-to-grasp shapes and thin laces let children thread beads repeatedly, strengthening hand-eye coordination and visual perception through screen-free play.

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