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Wooden Teaching Clock Penguin Shape Sorter

4.8/5

(24 reviews)

$44.00
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  • Recommended Age: 12 months and up
  • Includes: 1 clock board, 12 numbered shape pieces
  • Dimensions: 9.8" x 9.8" x 0.7" (25cm x 25cm x 2.7cm)
  • Weight: 14.6oz (413g)
  • Materials: High-quality eco-friendly wood, non-toxic paint
  • Care Instructions: Clean with damp cloth and mild soap, dry immediately, avoid prolonged liquid contact
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Product description

Teaching your toddler to tell time can feel overwhelming when they're still mastering basic numbers and shapes. You want an engaging tool that grows with them, not another toy that gets abandoned after a week.

This wooden clock combines time-telling practice with shape sorting, number recognition, and fine motor skill development in one beautifully crafted learning tool.

A Wooden Teaching Clock That Makes Learning Time Feel Like Play

Each of the 12 colorful geometric pieces fits into its matching slot, displaying both numerals and counting dots. As your child places the heart-shaped 10 or star-shaped 9, they're building the foundation for reading analog clocks while exploring Montessori educational toys principles of hands-on discovery.

The rotating hands let little learners practice setting specific times, while the chunky wooden pieces are perfectly sized for small hands developing coordination and precision. Our Montessori-inspired learning tools encourage independent exploration at your child's own pace.

Made from smooth, eco-friendly wood with non-toxic paint, this clock transforms abstract time concepts into tangible understanding through multi-sensory engagement.

What Your Child Gains

  • Tells time confidently by matching colorful numbers to clock positions
  • Identifies 12 different geometric shapes through hands-on sorting
  • Counts from 1 to 12 using both numerals and tactile dots
  • Develops fine motor control and hand-eye coordination with chunky pieces
  • Builds focus and concentration through self-directed problem-solving

Pair this with the counting sticks set or magnetic fishing game to create a complete early math foundation. Ready to make time-telling click for your little one?

How to use it

Set the pieces out on a low shelf or table so your child can reach them freely. Show the movement once, slowly, then step back and let them try. Adult supervision is recommended. Wipe clean with a damp cloth — no dishwasher, no soaking.

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Shipping time
Orders are prepared and dispatched within 1-3 business days. Delivery usually takes 6-9 business days after dispatch, for an estimated total of 7-12 business days.

Returns
Changed your mind? Email contact@montipals.com and we’ll take care of it.

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Early Math Skills That Stick

This isn't just a clock—it's your child's first step toward mathematical confidence. By physically manipulating colorful shapes and matching them to numbers, toddlers build neural pathways that make abstract concepts concrete. The counting dots offer a tactile way to verify each numeral, reinforcing one-to-one correspondence.

Parents love watching the moment recognition clicks: when their two-year-old proudly announces "It's three o'clock!" or correctly identifies that the purple hexagon goes where number 5 belongs. The self-correcting design means children learn through natural consequences rather than adult correction, building independence and problem-solving resilience that extends far beyond telling time.

Safe, Sustainable, Built to Last

Every edge is sanded smooth, every paint stroke tested for safety. We use certified non-toxic finishes because we know these pieces end up in mouths as often as hands during those early exploration stages. The natural wood construction means no plastic parts to crack or break, just solid, earth-friendly materials.

This clock survives the toddler years and gets passed to younger siblings, neighbors, or donated to preschools. The durable construction withstands hundreds of rotations, drops, and enthusiastic shape-sorting sessions. You're investing in a learning tool that serves your family for years, not weeks.

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How it works

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  1. Choose by age

    Browse by developmental stage and pick the toy that meets your child where they are right now.

  2. We send it with care

    Your order is packed and dispatched within 1-3 business days, and with you within 7-12.

  3. They learn by doing

    Set it out, step back, and watch concentration take over. Real skills, built one small success at a time.

Loved by parents, tested by toddlers

  • Sarah M.

    "She sets the table herself now. I did not expect a wooden toy to change our mornings."

    March 2, 2026

  • James T.

    "The wood is properly finished — no splinters, no cheap varnish smell. Worth every penny."

    February 24, 2026

  • Priya K.

    "Twenty minutes of quiet focus from a three-year-old. That alone sold me."

    February 18, 2026

  • Megan R.

    "Ordered Monday, here by Friday. Packaging was lovely enough to gift as-is."

    February 11, 2026

  • Daniel O.

    "Bought one for my niece after seeing how much my son used his."

    January 29, 2026

  • Chloe B.

    "Both girls play with it together without fighting over pieces. Small miracle."

    January 20, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Which toy suits my child’s age?

Every product page lists a recommended age range. As a rule, choose the stage your child is in now rather than the one ahead — Montessori materials work best when the challenge is just within reach.

Are these toys safe for toddlers?

Yes. We use natural wood with non-toxic, water-based finishes and check every item for sharp edges and loose parts. Adult supervision is still recommended for children under three.

How long does delivery take?

Most orders arrive within 6-9 business days once dispatched, for an estimated total of 7-12. Shipping is free on every order.

Can I return something?

Of course. Send back any unused item within 14 days and we refund you in full. Just email us and we will guide you through it.

What makes a toy genuinely Montessori?

It isolates one skill, uses real materials rather than plastic and lights, and lets the child correct their own mistakes without an adult stepping in. We select every product against those three tests.

How do I reach you?

Email contact@montipals.com and a real person replies within 24 hours on business days.