This group set of 6 handmade wooden magnifying glasses is ideal for early years educators, bush kinders, and outdoor classrooms. Each magnifying glass is made from FSC-certified birch ply with a real glass lens, offering children a clear, high-quality view of their natural world.
These tools support:
- Nature-based investigations
- Sensory discovery and close observation
- Gross motor development and hand eye coordination
Every magnifying glass is:
- Hand crafted with gently rounded edges for a safe, comfortable grip
- Carefully sanded and polished by hand
- Finished with Gilly’s Food Safe Wax - a non-toxic, child-safe polish
- Individually inspected and hand-branded with my maker's mark
The set comes packed in two eco-friendly calico bags, ready for group play and outdoor exploration.
This resource supports the following Curriculum links:
- EYLF Outcomes 2 & 4: Children are connected with and contribute to their world. Children are confident and involved learners.
- Victorian Curriculum F–2 – Participate in guided investigations, including making observations using the senses, to explore and answer questions (VCSIS051)
Looking for something smaller? Explore our Mini Magnifying Glasses – available as Singles, Group Sets of 6, or Class Sets of 25 for all your nature play needs.
Group Set (6) - Wooden Magnifying Glasses
Specifications
Quantity: 6
Glass: 100mm diameter
Length: 264mm
Width: 130mm
Thickness: 18mm
Weight: 1.68kg (280g per item)
Magnification: 5 diopter
Safety Information
Ages 3+. Adult supervision is always recommended. Parental discretion is required to ensure item is suitable for the child.
A magnifying glass can be used to focus light, which can concentrate the sun’s radiation into a hot spot. This can in turn cause a fire.Storage Box Sold Seperately