Vilac X Sarah Betz Vegetables Peg Puzzle
by Vilac
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Description
Where does the carrot go? What about the eggplant, or the broccoli? This 12-piece wooden peg puzzle turns vegetable-spotting into a proper little challenge, with chunky pegs sized for small hands to pinch, lift, and place — all illustrated with real poetry by Sarah Betz.
The clever part is hidden in the base. Small coloured dots sit beneath each space, giving your little one a gentle clue about which vegetable belongs where. It means a toddler can work it out independently rather than needing an adult to step in, and that quiet satisfaction of getting it right is what keeps them coming back to it.
Why we love the Vilac x Sarah Betz Vegetables Peg Puzzle:
- Colour Dot Clues Built In: Coloured dots in the base guide little ones to the right spot, so they can solve it on their own.
- Chunky Pegs to Pinch: Each piece has a peg shaped for small fingers, building the same grip used later for holding a pencil.
- Twelve Vegetables to Name: Carrot, eggplant, broccoli and more — a lovely way to learn shapes, colours, and food names together.
- Montessori-Inspired, 18 Months+: Self-correcting play that grows concentration, patience, and observation from a young age.
Why do peg puzzles suit toddlers so well?
The pegs make all the difference. Little hands can't yet manage flat puzzle pieces, but a peg gives them something to pinch between thumb and finger — the same pincer grip they'll use for pencils and cutlery later. It means real success at an age when regular puzzles are still out of reach.
Will my child grow out of it quickly?
It tends to last longer than expected. At eighteen months the play is simply lifting pieces out and dropping them back in; by two and a half it becomes matching and naming; later still, children use the vegetables in pretend cooking and shopping games well after the puzzle itself is easy.
Twelve vegetables, twelve little pegs, and a puzzle solved all by themselves.
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Features
• Dimensions: 30 x 2.5 x 30 cm.
• 1 wooden base & 12 wooden interlocking pieces.
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Materials
• Made from sustainably sourced wood & water-based, child-safe finishes
• Vilac's toys meet or exceed European Union toy safety standards and are certified to be free of lead, phthalates, and allergens. -
Age/Safety
• Safety rated for ages 18 months +.
• Vilac's toys meet or exceed European Union toy safety standards and are certified to be free of lead, phthalates, and allergens. -
Care/Cleaning
• Spot clean with damp cloth
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About the Brand
Vilac is a heritage French wooden toy brand with roots dating back to the early 1900s, known for its refined design, exceptional craftsmanship, and deep respect for natural materials. Each Vilac toy is thoughtfully crafted from sustainably sourced wood, combining traditional wood-turning techniques with modern artistry. Designed and finished by skilled artisans, these plastic-free wooden toys are made to be both beautiful and durable—often doubling as charming décor in children’s spaces. With a commitment to sustainability, local production, and timeless play, Vilac creates heirloom-quality toys meant to be loved across generations.
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