Pastel James Blocks

The James Blocks Pastel Edition is a set of pastel light play blocks designed to help children explore color, light, and form through open-ended play. Combining natural beechwood with translucent acrylic, this wooden and acrylic block set transforms everyday building into a soft, sensory-rich experience. Whether used on a light table or in natural sunlight, each piece casts soft, layered reflections—inviting children to slow down, observe, and create. Why You'll Love It * Soft Pastel Palette – A more muted, design-forward take on classic light play * Light Exploration – Watch colors blend, overlap, and shift with changing light * Made to Mix – Designed to pair seamlessly with Riley, Austin, Barca, and other Maison Rue sets * Open-Ended by Design – No instructions, just endless ways to build, sort, and explore * Play & Display – Beautiful enough to leave out long after playtime ends Developmental Benefits Supports: * Color recognition and early color theory * Counting and sorting * Fine motor skills * Spatial awareness * Early STEM exploration through light and reflection How to Use * Build and stack to explore balance and structure * Sort by color, shape, or size * Use with a light table for enhanced color play * Place near a window to create soft, shifting shadows * Combine with existing building sets to add depth and color Product Details 20-piece set 10 translucent window blocks 10 acrylic gemstone blocks Materials: Unpainted, unvarnished beechwood High-quality acrylic (lucite) Includes wooden storage tray Block sizes: Acrylic: 2” × 1” Window blocks: 2” × 2” Tray size: 11” × 7” Recommended age: 3+

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