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Uncle Goose

Classic ABC Blocks – Uncle Goose

£39.99

Beautifully Crafted
Open-Ended
Made To Treasure

The only classic alphabet blocks still entirely hand-made in America. This set of 28 basswood blocks features embossed letters you can trace with your fingertips, alongside hand-drawn animals, numbers, and math symbols printed in a soft colour palette.

Four complete alphabets mean multiple children can spell at once. Each block is embossed on two sides with detailed filigree—a tactile game in itself.

What's included:

28 wooden blocks (4.4cm cubes)
4 complete alphabets across the blocks
Hand-drawn animal illustrations with names
Embossed details on two sides of each block

Suitable for children aged 2 years and up

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Further Information

What's Included: 28 blocks (4.4cm cubes). Each features embossed letters on two sides, with four complete alphabets, numbers 0-9, math symbols, and hand-drawn animals with their names spelled out.

About Uncle Goose: Founded in 1983 in Grand Rapids, Michigan by William Bultman, now run by his son Pete. The only company still hand-manufacturing Classic ABC blocks entirely in America using traditional methods.

Materials & Safety: Sustainable Midwestern basswood from managed forests. Printed with safe-to-touch, non-toxic inks. Embossed details add tactile dimension.

How to Use: Stack, spell, sort by colour or letter, build structures, play matching games. Try identifying embossed letters by touch with eyes closed. Designed to last multiple generations.

Care Instructions: Wipe clean with damp cloth. Avoid soaking or submersion in water.

Product Specifications

SKU: CLA28 (Classic ABC 28 blocks)

Brand: Uncle Goose

Material: Sustainable Midwestern basswood

Number of Blocks: 28

Block Size: 4.4cm (1.75 inches) cubes

Inks: Non-toxic, safe-to-touch

Manufacturing: 100% hand-made in USA (Grand Rapids, Michigan)

Age Range: 2 years and up

Weight: Approximately 1.2kg (2.6 lbs)

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Uncle Goose

Since 1983, Uncle Goose has been crafting exquisite wooden alphabet blocks in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Using sustainable basswood and non-toxic inks, their artisans create tactile learning tools that blend educational value with heirloom quality. From classic alphabets to specialised sets exploring science, mathematics, and world languages, Uncle Goose blocks are both beautiful educational tools and cherished keepsakes. We are proud to champion their dedication to traditional craftsmanship.

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