These wooden interlocking discs are designed to promote grasping, hand-to-hand transfer, and wrist rotation in infants. Ideal for early motor skill development and tactile exploration.
Product Description
The Interlocking Discs are a time-tested Montessori infant material designed to support the earliest stages of motor development. Made from smooth, natural wood, this tactile toy encourages babies from around 3 months of age to engage in grasping, hand-to-hand transfer, and wrist rotation—crucial movements that lay the foundation for crawling, pre-writing, and coordinated movement.
Key Features
- Two lightweight wooden discs interlocked at a 90° angle
- Perfectly sized for infant hands to grasp and explore
- Encourages bilateral coordination and visual tracking
- Made from smooth, untreated wood—safe for mouthing
- Essential item for Montessori baby shelves and sensory baskets
Benefits for Children
- Supports development of fine motor skills and early grasp reflex
- Promotes hand-to-hand transfer and wrist flexibility
- Stimulates tactile and visual exploration in infants
- Prepares the hand for future crawling, dressing, and writing activities
- Encourages independent manipulation and sensory curiosity
What’s Included
- 1 pair of interlocking wooden discs
Specifications
- Material: Solid natural wood, sanded smooth
- Disc Diameter: Approx. 6 cm
- Recommended Age: 3 months+
- Curriculum Area: Infant Development, Sensorial, Practical Life
How to Use
Place the Interlocking Discs within the infant’s reach during tummy time or while lying on their back. Observe as the baby explores grasping and passing the toy between hands. Use as part of a curated Montessori baby shelf to offer purposeful, open-ended engagement that supports the natural stages of physical development.
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