What age is the Bead Sequencing Set for?

Melissa & Doug recommends ages 4 to 8. Younger kids can string beads with help, but the small parts are a choking hazard under 3.

What comes in the box?

Wooden beads in several shapes and colors, laces, five double-sided pattern cards and a wooden storage box. No batteries or assembly needed.

The wooden beads and box are sturdier than most plastic lacing sets. The trade-off is fewer pattern cards and a larger footprint.

Yes. The beads and laces work for free stringing, sorting and color matching, which extends play beyond the guided patterns.

The beads are fine for car or restaurant play, but the wooden box is bulky. Pack a few beads and a lace in a small bag instead.

It practices sequencing, pattern recognition and fine motor control, which support early math and handwriting readiness.

At eBay, for $14.75, 63% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 35 ratings.

13 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Melissa & Doug, DollarDays, Walmart, Books A Million.

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63% under what the other stores charge

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