Mandala Pinapples

This set includes 36 wooden vase shaped mandala pineapples painted in three shades of purple.

Grapat mandala pieces in the shape of mini pineapples are going to make an amazing addition to your play collection. Use to make insects or decorate a flowery meadow, a bunch of flowers or even an underwater scene with little purple fish, these really are perfect for imaginative play. Of course these pineapple drops are wonderful for mandala making too, adding a natural element to your art. Sure to inspire all kinds of creativity and fire up imaginations young and old. 

A Mandala is a circular form of art that can be used to enhance mindfulness and can be enjoyed by all. Simply create a circular shape with repeated patterns. Grapat mandala pieces can be used on their own or in conjunction with other art like drawing, items from nature, shapes in the sand or anything you wish. Creating a mandala is a form of meditation and a lovely way to for children to concentrate. 

Montessori and Waldorf settings will also love this set of 36 wooden mini pineapples to create fun and inviting sorting and counting games, aiding those crucial early maths skills. Learn to count, sort, divide and multiple with this set of 36 wooden pineapples, using this open-ended wooden toy set as a visual aid for spotting patterns and helping learn times tables. This is a natural, sustainable wooden toy set that will last years, as your child's imagination and skills develop.

Suitable for 3+ years. Grapat mandala petals measure 35mm in height. Grapat toys are hand made using natural wood and water based stain. Colours and wood grains vary as does life itself. Over time wood can wear with play. 

Sensory play:

• Touch: clutching and grasping, textures, fine motor skills, tripod grip
• Visual: colours, pattern recognition

Schematic play: This toy will appeal to children demonstrating the positioning schema