Let kids’ creativity spin into action with the Quercetti Kaleido Gears set! This colorful 55-piece construction toy lets children design and build their own moving gear systems using interlocking plates, gears, and vibrant spinning patterns. Designed for ages 3 and up, this STEM-based activity promotes hands-on exploration of cause and effect, mechanical reasoning, and spatial awareness.
With easy-to-use pieces and mesmerizing designs, Kaleido Gears provides endless opportunities for problem-solving, creativity, and open-ended play—whether in a classroom, therapy setting, or at home. Proudly made in Italy with durable materials built to last.
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Includes:
•55 brightly colored pieces (gears, connectors, base plates)
•Eye-catching printed gear faces
•Easy-to-grip parts for little hands
•Encourages free-form or guided building
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FCCRS (Colorado Early Learning & Development Guidelines) Alignment:
This toy supports multiple domains of early childhood development as outlined in the FCCRS:
Approaches to Learning:
•Curiosity & Initiative: Children explore how gears move and work together
•Persistence & Problem Solving: Kids experiment, revise, and try new designs to make their gears spin
Cognitive Development:
•Science & Engineering Skills: Understanding of cause and effect, mechanical systems, and spatial relationships
•Mathematics: Recognizing patterns, sequencing, and visualizing changes in space
Physical Development:
•Fine Motor Skills: Placing, turning, and connecting gears strengthens finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Creative Arts Expression:
•Visual Arts: Children use color, form, and design to create dynamic, artistic gear arrangements
Social & Emotional Development (when used in group play):
•Collaboration: Encourages turn-taking, teamwork, and sharing ideas