Wooden Mortar & Pestle - Large 12 x 7cmH

Crush it, crunch it and create it with this hand carved creation! Mortar & pestles are an ancient tool that have existed in one form or another through history where they have been used to crack nuts, grind grains and crush herbs and spices for cooking. In early learning settings, mortar & pestles combine a child's love of construction or should we say deconstruction, imagination, experimentation and sensory play. With this wooden mortar and pestle children can use fresh or dried herbs to create their own potions, spells or concoctions. Use chunks of charcoal to make charcoal paste or crush rocks to make paint. These fun experiences will provide endless opportunities for children to explore science, maths and gain a greater understand of sustainability, history and technology. Our timber products are lovingly hand crafted by artisans using the whole tree to ensure there is minimal wastage. For this reason, there will be natural variations across timber products in our range including grain pattern, wood checks and presence of natural properties such as knots and tannins. Over time variations may appear with more prominence, rarely impacting usability. Should your product need revitalising at any stage we recommend a light sanding and using natural, non toxic and child safe sealants such as tung oil and beeswax to extend the life of your product.

Made from wood 

Dimensions: 12cm (W) 7cm (H)