{"product_id":"pond-sensory-play-tray-3d-printed-montessori-sorting-tray-with-counters-playtessori","title":"Pond Sensory Play Tray | 3D Printed Montessori Sorting Tray with Counters – Playtessori","description":"\u003cp\u003eEco-friendly 3D printed pond sorting tray with ducks, lily pads and lotus flowers. Perfect Montessori sensory toy for preschoolers and kindergarden. Shop now at Playtessori.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eDiscover a Peaceful Pond World\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eBring nature-inspired play into your home or classroom with the \u003cstrong\u003ePond Sorting Tray\u003c\/strong\u003e — a beautifully detailed, 3D printed sensory toy designed for open-ended play, sorting, and fine motor development. Featuring a scalloped pond-shaped tray, a family of ducks, layered lily pads, and delicate lotus flowers, this set turns quiet play into a rich learning experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMade from eco-friendly PLA, each piece is carefully printed with smooth, child-safe edges and vibrant, long-lasting colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat's Included in the Pond Sorting Tray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis complete pond-themed sorting set includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Pond tray\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Large lily pad pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e (loose, matching the tray compartments)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 x Small lily pad pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e (assorted sizes for sorting and stacking)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 x Yellow rubber-style ducks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 x Brown mallard ducks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 x Pink lotus flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 x White lotus flower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 x Cattail (reed) pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eIn total, this set includes \u003cstrong\u003e24 individual pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving children plenty of variety for sorting, counting, and imaginative pond play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Parents and Educators Love This Toy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Pond Sorting Tray good for sensory play?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The tray's varied textures, shapes and colors make it ideal for sensory bins, sensory tables, and calming hands-on play. Children can arrange the ducks and lily pads freely or use the tray as a base for a themed sensory bin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a Montessori toy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Pond Sorting Tray follows Montessori principles of open-ended, nature-based play. It encourages independent exploration, sorting by size and color, and 1:1 correspondence (matching each duck or flower to a spot on the tray).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat skills does this toy develop?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFine motor skills (picking up, placing and sorting small pieces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSorting and categorization (by color, size or type)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCounting and early math concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLanguage development (naming pond animals and plants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eImaginative and small world play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for toddlers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis toy contains small parts and is recommended for children ages 3 and up, with adult supervision during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eco-friendly PLA (plant-based, non-toxic, biodegradable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wash with warm water only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot dishwasher safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid exposure to temperatures above 60°C \u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent warping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSlight layer lines are a natural feature of 3D printing and make each piece unique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSensory bins and sensory tables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSmall world and imaginative pond play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSorting, counting and matching activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSpring and summer nature units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHomeschool, preschool and therapy settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eA thoughtful gift for toddlers and Montessori families\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCarefully packed in protective packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eShips within 10 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eColors may vary slightly from photos depending on your screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many pieces come with the Pond Sorting Tray?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe set includes 24 pieces total: 1 tray, 7 lily pads, 6 ducks, 6 lotus flowers, and 4 cattails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat age is this toy suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecommended for children ages 3 and up due to small parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe set is 3D printed using eco-friendly, plant-based PLA filament, which is non-toxic and biodegradable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I wash this toy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — hand-wash with warm water. Avoid dishwashers, hot water above 60°C, and prolonged direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this toy handmade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, each piece is 3D printed to order in our studio, so small variations between pieces are normal and part of what makes each set unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e💚 Thank you for supporting a small, family-run business!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlaytessori – Play, Learn, Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"http:\/\/www.playtessori.com\"\u003ewww.playtessori.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PLAYTESSORI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58537623945564,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/0397\/9612\/files\/pondsotingTray.png?v=1785775500","url":"https:\/\/www.playtessori.com\/products\/pond-sensory-play-tray-3d-printed-montessori-sorting-tray-with-counters-playtessori","provider":"Playtessori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}