Bring the magic of the ocean to your play shelf and inspire tamariki to discover Aotearoa’s rich coastal life.

This beautifully crafted wooden collection features ten hand-painted creatures – from a gentle whale to a cheeky puffin – neatly housed in a birch display unit that doubles as a balancing challenge. Children can sort, stack and storytell, strengthening fine motor control while building vocabulary around marine ecology and conservation.

Made from sustainably sourced wood and finished with non-toxic, water-based colours, it is an inviting Montessori toy for home or classroom rotations.

Key features

• 10 solid wooden figures for open-ended play and stacking practice
• Display shelf encourages tidy habits and object classification
• Supports fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and early STEM language
• Ideal for imaginative storytelling and small-world play
• Sustainably made by Tender Leaf Toys for eco-minded families

Tender 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.

Dimensions: 36.2 cm L x 7.5 cm W x 25.8 cm H (approx.)

Safety: For children 3 years+. Small parts may be a choking hazard. Use with adult supervision.

Shipping: This product is shipped direct to you from our NZ-based supplier. Expected shipping time is 2-4 business days.