Educational wooden toy · Est. 1795★★★★★ 150 reviews

The wooden fractions board they keep coming back to

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Ages 3,7
Solid wood
Ships 2,3 days
Fine motor skills
Colour recognition
Maths foundation
30-day returns
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Delivery in 2-3 working days · 30-day returns · Est. 1795

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Real talk

Buying for a 3rd or 6th birthday? This is the one.

The fractions board sits on a child's shelf and gets played with for years, not weeks. That's because it's made from solid wood with real weight in the hand, not plastic that warps after a season of use. The segments are clearly labelled,halves, thirds, quarters,so learning happens without a lesson, and the whole thing comes in Jaques' signature gift wrap, ready to give.

You get a toy that teaches parts and wholes, builds number sense, and keeps small hands busy without a screen. And because it's built properly, younger siblings and cousins will play with it too.

Joe Jaques, Jaques of London

What's in the box

What's inside

Each board arrives ready to play. No assembly, no batteries, no hidden pieces to lose.

$Wooden fractions board showing whole, half, third, and quarter segments in bright colours$

In the box

The fractions board

Solid wood base with 4 colourful segments: one whole circle, two halves, three thirds, four quarters. Each piece is clearly labelled with its fraction and the word (whole, half, third, quarter) printed on the wooden base.

✓ Sustainably sourced wood with non-toxic paints
✓ Hand-finished, weighted feel in the hand
✓ Segments fit together and come apart for sorting and matching

$Two children playing with the fractions board at a table, moving segments and exploring$

Play style

Sort, match, and build

Children pull the segments apart, sort them by size, try to rebuild complete circles, and match pieces to the labels. No rules, no pressure, just discovery.

✓ Open-ended play teaches problem-solving
✓ Builds colour and number recognition naturally
✓ Fine motor skills improve with every reach and fit

$Child pointing to the labelled fractions on the wooden board while playing$

Play style

Early maths foundation

The printed labels,whole, half, third, quarter,mean children see the word and the fraction together from day one. By age 6, they understand the concept without formal teaching.

✓ Word and symbol learning combined
✓ Montessori-aligned hands-on approach
✓ Safe foundation for school maths ahead

made for birthdays, nurseries, and early learning at home.

Was £15.99

Fractions Shape Puzzle - Learning Toy: £7.85

While they play

What it quietly teaches

Looks like play. Works like a lesson.

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Colour recognition

Each segment is a different bright colour. Children sort by colour, name them out loud, and build visual memory without effort.

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Early division

Holding a half and matching it to another half to make a whole is division and multiplication in physical form. Numbers become real.

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Fine motor control

Picking up small wooden pieces, fitting them into place, and pulling them apart again builds hand strength and coordination.

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Logic and problem-solving

Can 3 thirds fit together? Do 2 halves make a whole? Children test, fail, adjust, and learn cause and effect.

What families say about Jaques of London

Parents and grandparents say

★★★★★

"Excellent quality wood toys, so well made, no sharp edges, all lovely & smooth, very colourful & plenty of choice. Very reasonably priced & so beautifully wrapped you don't want to open them. Highly recommend this company."

Lynda Evans✓ Google review

★★★★★

"Fast delivery, excellent products, extremely good quality and long lasting. My granddaughter loves the toys from here. Good age ranges covered."

Danella Jones✓ Google review

★★★★★

"These toys tick all the boxes, educational, colourful, fun, well made and great service. I just keep buying more and more."

Irene Johnstone✓ Google review

★★★★★

"We love our toys from Jaques of London. The quality is excellent and they're the perfect size for little hands to hold and play with easily. Beautifully made, sturdy wooden toys that will last for years. Highly recommend!"

Tegan✓ Google review

★★★★★

"Harrods grade gifting for a very reasonable price. Not the usual tat from China. Had several hand picked orders fron Jaques, nice to know its a UK business with old school quality."

John A✓ Google review

★★★★★

"I am a real fan of this company. If only I had come across them years ago when my boys were little. It's my go to for beautiful, good quality toys for my granddaughter now and any gift I need to buy. They arrived quickly, prices are reasonable and the special touch is they are beautifully packaged too. I love the heritage of this business!"

Sarah Lardner✓ Google review

★★★★★ 4.8/5 rated by families across Google and Trustpilot: real reviews, quoted word for word

Get ready for life

Why real play matters

Real brain growth comes from real play.

Open the gift wrap

It arrives ready to play. No assembly, no batteries, no learning curve. Hand the board to a child and watch what happens.

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They start sorting

Within seconds, small hands pull the segments apart. They match, compare, try to rebuild. No instruction needed.

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Maths clicks

By week 2, they name the fractions. By month 2, they understand the concept. By month 6, it's second nature.

Why this matters right now

231 years Making toys children return to Since 1795, Jaques has built games and puzzles that last. This fractions board is no exception,it's played with today and passed on tomorrow.

23,000+ Orders from parents and grandparents Families trust Jaques because the wood is real, the finish is safe, and the toys work year after year.

3,7 years Age range for learning fractions Early learners explore parts and wholes. Older children deepen number sense. One board grows with them.

230 yrs of making things worth keeping Jaques of London has been crafting games and toys since 1795. This one is built to be handed down, not thrown out.

We really are different

Why this fractions board, not the plastic version

	Jaques Fractions Shape Puzzle - Learning Toy	Cheap Alternatives
Material	✅	❌ Plastic cracks, warps, and feels cheap in the hand
Weight and feel	✅	❌ Lightweight plastic slides around; solid wood stays put
Longevity	✅	❌ Plastic versions break within a season; this lasts years
Paint safety	✅	❌ Non-toxic paints vs. unknown coatings in cheaper toys
Resale and hand-down	✅	❌ A plastic toy ends up in landfill; solid wood gets passed on
Gift presentation	✅	❌ Arrives in signature gift wrap and hand-tied ribbon
Learning depth	✅	⚠️ Basic plastic boards lack labelled fractions and word recognition

Jaques

✅ Solid wood
✅ Hand-finished
✅ Built to last
✅ Non-toxic safe
✅ Passes down
✅ Ready to gift
✅ Teaches deeper

Cheap alternatives

❌ Plastic cracks easily
❌ Warps and slides
❌ Breaks in one season
❌ Unknown coatings
❌ Landfill waste
❌ Basic packaging
⚠️ Surface learning only

made for birthdays, nurseries, and early learning at home.

Was £15.99

Fractions Shape Puzzle - Learning Toy: £7.85

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Questions & answers

Questions parents ask

Buying for a 5-year-old they've never owned a puzzle before. Will they get it?

Yes. The fractions board has no rules and no losing, so there's no pressure. A 5-year-old pulls it apart, sorts the colours, rebuilds, and learns without realising they're learning. Many parents find it's the first 'puzzle' their child actually chooses to play with, not one they have to encourage.

How long will it be played with?

Typically 2 to 3 years of regular play, longer if younger siblings or cousins visit. The solid wood means it doesn't degrade, so it's often kept as a keepsake or passed on. Parents tell us grandchildren ask for it by name.

Is it safe for a 3-year-old?

Yes. The segments are large enough that they cannot be swallowed, the wood is sealed with non-toxic paints, and there are no small pieces to choke on. The board is sturdy and won't splinter. For under-3s, supervise as you would any wooden toy.

What if it arrives damaged, or they don't like it?

We offer a 30-day returns window with no fuss. If it's damaged in transit, contact us with a photo and we'll sort it. If it's simply not for them, send it back within 30 days for a full refund. Klarna is also available if you want to spread the cost.

How much does it cost?

The Fractions Shape Puzzle - Learning Toy is £7.85 today (down from £15.99). Klarna is available at checkout if you prefer to spread the cost.

What's your returns policy?

30 days, full refund, no conditions. Return it for any reason and we refund in full. We've been standing behind what we make since 1795.

made for birthdays, nurseries, and early learning at home.

Was £15.99

Fractions Shape Puzzle - Learning Toy: £7.85

Our story

Making toys worth keeping since 1795.

Jaques of London was founded in 1795. We invented croquet, table tennis, and the Staunton chess set. For 230 years, we've been making things that pull children away from passive entertainment and into active, curious, hands-on play.

Jaques has been making toys since 1795 because we believe the best learning happens in a child's hands, not on a screen. The Let's Learn Fractions Board is rooted in that belief: solid wood, simple design, no batteries. It teaches maths the way children actually learn, by playing. Over 231 years, we've refined what works. This board is it.

Toys and games that leave something behind: a skill, a memory, a piece of play that gets passed on.
Joe, Jaques of London

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