Melissa & Doug Created by Me! Wooden Bead Kit

This deluxe beading set is a jewelry designer’s dream! The Melissa & Doug

The wooden bead jewelry-making set is an easy-to-use arts and crafts kit for

designing and stringing necklaces and more. The wooden sorting tray comes

stocked with 8 multicolored cords that can be cut to any size so kids can make

a necklace, bracelet, or anklet.

Includes 220 handcrafted wooden beads in the shape of hearts, flowers, and

butterflies, with an array of lovely design details. Everything comes in a

sturdy, wooden tray making clean-up and storage a breeze.

Constructed of high-quality, durable wood, it’s a perfect stringing,

patterning, and designing activity for budding designers. It’s also a great way

for kids to practice hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, pattern

recognition, and creative expression. The Created by Me! jewelry-making set

makes a great gift for kids ages four and older for hands-on, screen-free play.

Ways to Play:

* Sort the beads into groups by color, shape, or size. Count the items in

each group and identify which group has the most beads and which has the

fewest. Are there any groups with an equal number of beads?

* Use the beads to begin a simple pattern on one of the cords, then pass the

cord to the kids and ask them to continue the pattern. Work together to repeat the

pattern as many times as possible.

* Gather several beads with one or more attributes in common. Have kids

figure out what "rule" binds the beads in the group. Give hints by adding more

pieces to the group, or by showing kids one or more beads that do NOT belong.

* Hide one of the beads in your hand and have kids ask yes-or-no questions

about its appearance to figure out which bead you are holding.

* Punch a hole in a piece of card stock or cardboard and loop one of the

cords through the hole to make a bookmark. Have kids fill the cord with beads,

then decorate the bookmark with markers or crayons.

About Melissa & Doug Products:

* Well-crafted and developed with care to be passed down from generation to generation

* Created to meet the following criteria: imaginative, kid-powered, skill-building, and fun!

* Made by a company with 30+ years of experience in creating high-quality and safe toys

Product Details

Recommended Age(s): 4 years +

Dimensions: 12.0 x 11.3 x 1.3 inches

Material(s): high-quality wood and paper, non-toxic paints

Designed In: USA