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Wooden ABC Block Details
What makes Uncle Goose wooden ABC blocks special are the two embossed letters on each block. The embossing process gives depth and detail to each block and appears to be carved. Actually these designs are pressed into the wood under immense pressure. We are proud of our embossing capability and produce a wide range of embossed letters, numbers and images.
Beveled Edges
We chamfer the upright edges of our blocks to eliminate sharp corners and make the blocks more comfortable to hold.
Classic Styling
Our designs are based on the classic wooden ABC blocks made by the Embossing Company of Albany NY, whose founders, the Hyatt brothers, patented the invention of the embossed ABC block. Our wooden ABC blocks pay homage to the first set of American alphabet blocks made by the Hyatt brothers (who also invented celluloid which led to the explosion of plastics).
Non-Toxic Inks
Our toys are made from child-safe materials, especially non-toxic inks. Our toys are tested regularly and always surpass national and international standards on ink safety. Of course there is very little ink on our blocks, so rest assured that a child will not be exposed to harmful substances even if they should consume an entire set of blocks. The same is true for your household pets who may even chew on the blocks.
Numerals
The wooden ABC blocks also feature numerals 0 to 9 and math symbols (+ - X, etc.). As children begin to recognize letters they will also learn their numbers. Later on they may use the blocks to form equations just as they are spelling words.
Numeral Names
We print the name of each numeral beneath the number so that a child can learn how to spell these words.
Uppercase Letters
Our standard wooden ABC blocks feature all uppercase letters. Most children learn to read and write the uppercase.
Animal Pictures
Each block features a picture of a different animal. Children delight in recognizing the animals on each block.
Animal Names
We print the name of each animal beneath the picture so that a child can learn how to spell these names.
Basswood
Our blocks are made from basswood which is grown around the Great Lakes. Basswood is ideal for making blocks because it's light-weight, light-colored and odor-free. The basswood we use is farmed for manufacturing on industry-owned land. We are committed to environmentally-appropriate manufacturing.
