{"product_id":"snail-whirls-wooden-gear-puzzle-tender-leaf-toys-wooden-toy-nz","title":"Snail Whirls Wooden Gear Puzzle - Tender Leaf Toys | Wooden Toy NZ","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eSend the snail spinning and watch a garden of gears come alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eSnail Whirls is an engaging wooden puzzle that invites toddlers to lift, place and turn six flower-shaped cogs on a friendly snail base. As each gear interlocks, children see – and feel – the magic of cause and effect, building an intuitive foundation for early STEM thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eThe chunky pieces are easy for little hands to grasp, strengthening fine motor control, hand-eye coordination and bilateral movement. Bright, non-directional graphics allow open-ended exploration, aligning beautifully with Montessori principles of self-directed, purposeful play. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eCrafted from sustainably sourced wood and finished with child-safe paints, this developmental toy is sturdy enough for years of intentional learning at home or in early-years settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eTeaches mechanical cause and effect through interlocking gears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eBuilds fine motor skills, grip strength and coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eEncourages colour recognition, pattern matching and early counting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eOpen-ended design supports Montessori and Reggio Emilia play philosophies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eMade from durable, eco-friendly timber – an heirloom Wooden Toy NZ families will treasure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTender Leaf Toys are hand‑crafted in Indonesia from SVLK‑certified reclaimed rubberwood, Each toy is finished with non‑toxic, water‑based paints, then certified to EN 71, ASTM and AS\/NZS standards. For every tree they up‑cycle, the brand plants another, letting you delight your little one today and nurture a greener tomorrow. so when you order a Tender Leaf Toy from Curious Moonbeam, at least 2 trees get planted! With your help, we choose to nurture the earth for the children of tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 cm L x 21.8 cm W x 3.1 cm H (approx.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e For children 18 m+. Small parts may be a choking hazard. Use with adult supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipping: This product is shipped direct to you from our NZ-based supplier. Expected shipping time is 3-5 business days.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curious Moonbeam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52805672730909,"sku":"TL8347","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/1072\/3613\/files\/TL8347-snail-whirls-1_540x_720x_0c437f51-ee5c-41ed-a733-cfaf5d6c88fe.webp?v=1787545898","url":"https:\/\/actionoutdoors.kiwi\/products\/snail-whirls-wooden-gear-puzzle-tender-leaf-toys-wooden-toy-nz","provider":"Action Outdoors Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}