Wooden Sand Mill, Funnel and Timer Set from Hope Education

Encourage hands-on exploration and sensory learning with this set of three wooden sand play resources. Designed for continuous provision, each piece supports early maths, science, and fine motor development while keeping play areas tidy with integrated sand trays.

Made from durable, antiseptic-treated pinewood, these resources are built for long-term use in busy nursery or outdoor environments. Children can pour, observe, predict, and experiment with different types of sand flow to develop problem-solving skills and understanding of cause and effect.

Set includes:

Wooden Sand Timer – Children pour sand into the funnel and watch it flow through the timer, encouraging curiosity and early scientific thinking.

Size: 30 × 27.7 × 80cm

Wooden Sand Mill – Features three shelves with small, medium, and large holes for varied sand flow, with a clear front panels for easy viewing.

Size: 31 × 30 × 80cm

Wooden Sand Wheel – Children turn the external handle to control the spinning wheel, building fine motor skills and coordination.

Size: 30 × 29.6 × 80cm

Key features across all three items:

• Antiseptic-treated pinewood for durability and hygiene
• Integrated trays to collect sand and reduce mess
• Supports early maths, sensory exploration, and observation skills
• Encourages language, sequencing, and problem-solving
• Suitable for indoor or outdoor continuous provision

Age suitability: 3 years+