Empower your little helper to safely join in meal prep and tactile kitchen play with our Montessori Toddler Wooden Chopping Board & Knife Set. Rooted in Montessori practical life philosophy, this ergonomically designed timber set allows toddlers and preschoolers to slice soft fruits, vegetables, baking dough, and playdough without the hazard of sharp metal blades. Handcrafted right here in New Zealand from premium, food-safe natural hardwood, it transforms daily cooking into a rewarding, confidence-building milestone.
Key Features:
Safe, Functional Cutting Action: Engineered with a beveled wooden cutting edge that easily cuts through soft foods (bananas, strawberries, boiled eggs, cucumber rounds, cheese, playdough) while protecting delicate little fingers from cuts.
Ergonomic Handle for Small Hands: The handle provides a natural palm-grip design that allows toddlers to apply downward pressure easily, strengthening forearm muscles and bilateral hand coordination.
Fosters Real Independence & Confidence: Involves children directly in family food prep, turning picky eaters into proud little chefs who are excited to taste what they help prepare.
Dual Purpose (Real Cooking & Pretend Play): Perfect for real kitchen assistance alongside Mum and Dad, or paired with sensory bins, toy kitchens, and playdough sessions.
Food-Safe & Non-Toxic Timber: Precision-cut and hand-sanded to a silky, splinter-free finish, sealed with natural, food-grade mineral oil and beeswax—free from toxic varnishes, stains, or plastics.
Optional Personalised Engraving: Customise the chopping board with your child’s name (e.g., "Chef Leo's Kitchen", "Mia's Prep Board") for a thoughtful birthday or Christmas keepsake.
Options for the wood- Rimu, a brown wood that is a New Zealand native hard wood. Beech is a lighter colour wood with red tones that is a hard wood, slightly harder than rimu so not as easily marked.
Proudly Made in New Zealand: Designed, cut, and lovingly finished with care locally in NZ.
Specifications:
Set Includes: 1x Ergonomic wooden toddler knife, 1x Matching wooden mini cutting board
Material: Sustainably sourced premium natural hardwood (such as Beech or Rimu)
Finish: 100% natural, food-grade organic oil and beeswax balm
Care Instructions: Hand wash with warm soapy water and dry immediately. Do not soak or put in the dishwasher. Re-oil periodically with food-grade oil to keep timber hydrated.
Recommended Ages: 18 months+ (under adult supervision)
Origin: Handcrafted with love in New Zealand
Dimensions:
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