Grapat Dear Universe Play Set
A quiet invitation to explore something bigger.
The Dear Universe set brings together hand-painted wooden planets, moons and stars — a small, tactile interpretation of the cosmos designed for open-ended play. There is no fixed way to use it; pieces can be arranged, sorted, imagined and reimagined freely.
Softly coloured and crafted from natural wood, each element encourages children to explore patterns, movement and storytelling. The set can be used to create solar systems, mark rhythms of time, or simply exist as a beautiful collection of forms to handle and observe.
A thoughtful introduction to both imaginative play and the wider world beyond.
Curator’s note
A slower kind of play.
There’s something grounding about this set — even while it looks outward. It invites children to arrange, notice and return to it again and again. Not just play, but quiet exploration.
Details
What’s included
- 40 wooden pieces
- Planets, moons and stars in varied sizes
- Hand-painted celestial elements
Product details
- Age: 3+
- Handcrafted in Spain
- Made from sustainably sourced wood
- Finished with water-based, non-toxic stains
- Sizes approx. 12–45 mm diameter
- Plastic-free packaging
Play & learning
- Encourages imaginative and open-ended play
- Introduces early concepts of space and rhythm
- Supports sorting, arranging and pattern recognition
- Develops fine motor skills and coordination
Care
- Wipe clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth
- Do not submerge in water
- Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight