Sensory Steel Colour Mystery Balls, 6 pcs
“Balls of steel” probably aren’t topping your little one’s wish list—at least not yet.
But these lovely sensory steel balls might just roll straight to the top of the list.
These beautiful sensory balls are incredibly lightweight. The steel coating is ultra-thin, so holding and rolling them almost feels like playing with metallic soap bubbles.
The "mystery" aspect is that each ball has its own little personality. One wobbles as it rolls along, while another makes a fun rattling sound.
And don’t worry—they’re so lightweight it doesn’t hurt at all if one happens to roll over your toes.
The surface has a beautiful, iridescent finish, much like oil on water or a soap bubble catching the light.
You get 6 balls in different colours, each measuring 6 cm in diameter.
Perfect for rolling games, chatting about sizes together, and for those moments when you just hold them in your hands and get completely mesmerised.
What makes this product special
Want to help your child balance body and brain?
Create a sensory room at home with lovely sensorimotor toys. Check out our blog for an occupational therapist’s best tips on sensory room essentials.Read more here.Toys for learning through play
Play is essential for children’s learning, well-being, and development. Through play, children learn about themselves and the world around them.
Play helps children:
• stay curious
• focus and become absorbed in what they're doing
• take on age-appropriate challenges
• build confidence
We believe children learn best by doing things for themselves:
• by making mistakes
• by getting messy
• by falling down and getting back up again
Resilience, confidence, and courage grow through experience, one small step at a time.
That's why we carefully choose toys that encourage independence, imagination, movement, and social skills — offering just the right balance of support, freedom, and opportunities to grow.
Carefully selected toys
We carefully handpick every toy from the vast world of toys available today. The only toys that make it into our range are ones we'd be happy to give our own children.
Every toy at ToyAcademy should:
• support learning through play
• be made from durable, high-quality materials
• be safe and enjoyable for children to play with
20 years of experience as parents and professionals
We're a Danish company founded in 2005, and we're parents too. We know what it's like to want the very best toys for your children.
Our mission is clear:
Toys should support children’s development, well-being, and confidence through play.
90-day returns
Shop with peace of mind — especially when buying gifts.
You have 90 days to return your purchase, giving you extra flexibility and peace of mind.
If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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What makes this product special
“Balls of steel” probably aren’t topping your little one’s wish list—at least not yet.
But these lovely sensory steel balls might just roll straight to the top of the list.
These beautiful sensory balls are incredibly lightweight. The steel coating is ultra-thin, so holding and rolling them almost feels like playing with metallic soap bubbles.
The "mystery" aspect is that each ball has its own little personality. One wobbles as it rolls along, while another makes a fun rattling sound.
And don’t worry—they’re so lightweight it doesn’t hurt at all if one happens to roll over your toes.
The surface has a beautiful, iridescent finish, much like oil on water or a soap bubble catching the light.
You get 6 balls in different colours, each measuring 6 cm in diameter.
Perfect for rolling games, chatting about sizes together, and for those moments when you just hold them in your hands and get completely mesmerised.
Diameter: 6 cmSuitable for ages 0 mos. to 5 yrs.
This toy doesn't have any rules or right or wrong ways to play, and your child can simply play without worrying about how to use it. Playing in the present moment is the goal here. At ToyAcademy, we call this type of play intuitive play - its also called "open-ended play". Let your child play by using their intuition and seize the chance to watch what happens.
Unlike types of play which are aimed at achieving a result or playing within specific boundaries, intuitive play will most often let you have fascinating insight into your child’s independent thought process, problem-solving skills, and imagination.
Want to help your child balance body and brain?
Create a sensory room at home with lovely sensorimotor toys. Check out our blog for an occupational therapist’s best tips on sensory room essentials.Read more here.The activity helps your child develop new skills and is wonderful for your child's well-being:
- This activity supports your child's hearing.
- Benefits hand-eye coordination, a skill we use for example when cutting accurately with scissors, pouring water into a glass without spilling and making a mess, or when throwing, kicking, or catching a ball that comes flying at us in the playground.
- Invites your child to observe with great interest.
| Item number | 1020-72265 |
|---|---|
| Age | 0 mos., 3 mos., 6 mos. , 9 mos., 1 yr., 18 mos., 2 yrs., 2.5 yrs., 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. |
| Senses | Hearing, Vision |
| Function | Curiosity, Observation, Language and language comprehension |
| Material | Metal |
| Maintenance | Wipe with a damp cloth |
| Diameter (Ø): | 6 cm |
Delivery time: 2-4 business days
We aim to ship your order as quickly as possible. In most cases, you’ll receive it within 2-4 business days. Occasionally, minor delays may occur.
Please note: During busy periods, such as Christmas or Black Friday, delivery times may be slightly longer.
Returns
You have 90 days to return your purchase. That gives you extra peace of mind, especially when buying gifts. If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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