What is the Translucent Solid Magnetic Polydron Essential Shapes Set?

The Translucent Solid Magnetic Polydron Essential Shapes Set (code 50-9200T) is a 104-piece magnetic construction kit from Polydron for children aged 3 and over. It contains 36 squares, 36 triangles, 12 pentagons and 20 hexagons in translucent colours. The pieces are made from engineering-grade MBS plastic, described as super tough.

What can children build with the Translucent Essential Shapes Set?

Four shape types and 104 pieces let children go beyond cubes and pyramids. Pentagons and hexagons make it possible to build more complex 3D solids, such as hexagonal prisms and dodecahedra. The magnets pull edges together, so models hold their shape while children explore. Because every piece is translucent, light passes through and colours blend where pieces overlap, which brings colour mixing and light play into geometry work.

For schools

• 104 pieces give larger groups enough shapes to build at the same time in EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Supports maths teaching on 2D and 3D shape, nets, faces, edges and vertices.
• Concrete models support Quality First Teaching before pictorial and abstract work.
• Works on a light panel for sensory and small group activities.
• Suits SEND provision and maths intervention groups.

For parents and home use

• Offers four shape types for open-ended building at home.
• Translucent pieces turn a sunny window into a place to learn about colour.
• Magnetic edges join easily, which builds confidence in young builders.
• Handling and placing pieces supports fine motor skills.
• Suitable from age 3 with adult supervision, as the pieces contain magnets.

Supporting learners with SEND and learning differences

Hands-on construction helps many learners with SEND and learning differences make sense of shape and space. With the Translucent Solid Magnetic Polydron Essential Shapes Set, children can hold a hexagon, count its sides and see how it joins other shapes. The magnets guide pieces into place, and the translucent colours give strong visual interest. Building and unfolding nets makes abstract geometry concrete and repeatable.

The Translucent Solid Magnetic Polydron Essential Shapes Set is available to order from The Dyslexia Shop, a UK specialist in resources for SEND and learning differences, for classrooms, nurseries and homes.

• Contents: 36 squares, 36 triangles, 12 pentagons and 20 hexagons
• Total pieces: 104
• Colours: Translucent colours
• Material: Engineering-grade MBS plastic
• Age: 3 years and over
• Brand: Polydron (Solid Magnetic Polydron range)
• Polydron product code: 50-9200T

• Four shape types. Squares, triangles, pentagons and hexagons open up more complex 3D solids.
• Geometry with light. Translucent pieces glow on a light panel, linking shape work with colour mixing.
• Enough for a group. 104 pieces let a larger group build and compare models together.
• Built to last. Pieces are made from engineering-grade MBS plastic, described as super tough.
• Trusted UK supplier. Supplied by The Dyslexia Shop, a UK specialist in resources for SEND and learning differences.

What's in the Box

• 36 x squares
• 36 x triangles
• 12 x pentagons
• 20 x hexagons

Safety and Age Suitability

Suitable for ages 3 years and over. This product contains magnets. Polydron warns that magnets which are swallowed or inhaled can stick together or to metal inside the body and cause serious or fatal injury. Seek medical help immediately if this happens.

Delivery and Returns

Standard UK delivery applies. See our Delivery and Returns page for full details.

• What is the Translucent Solid Magnetic Polydron Essential Shapes Set?
  It is a 104-piece magnetic geometry kit made by Polydron for children aged 3 and over. The set has 36 squares, 36 triangles, 12 pentagons and 20 hexagons in translucent colours. Children use it to build 2D patterns and nets, then fold them into 3D solids.
• What age is the Translucent Essential Shapes Set suitable for?
  The set is suitable for children aged 3 years and over. Nursery children can sort colours and make flat patterns, while older pupils can build complex solids with pentagons and hexagons. The pieces contain magnets, so adults should supervise play and keep pieces away from mouths.
• How does this set support maths teaching in school?
  The set helps pupils learn 2D and 3D shape by building real models. Children can make nets, fold them into solids and count faces, edges and vertices. With 104 pieces in four shapes, a larger group can work at once, from early years shape talk to KS2 geometry.
• Is the Translucent Essential Shapes Set good for home?
  Yes, it gives families a large set for open-ended building and early maths at home. Children can build simple shapes first, then try harder models with pentagons and hexagons. The translucent colours make window and light play part of learning, and joining pieces builds fine motor skills.
• Is it suitable for children with SEND or learning differences?
  Yes, many children with SEND and learning differences benefit from hands-on, visual resources like this set. The magnets guide pieces together with little effort, and the translucent colours hold attention. Adults can start with sorting and matching, then move on to nets and 3D shapes at each child's pace.
• What is included in the Translucent Essential Shapes Set?
  The set includes 104 magnetic pieces: 36 squares, 36 triangles, 12 pentagons and 20 hexagons. All pieces are translucent and made from engineering-grade MBS plastic. The mix of four shape types lets children build a wider range of 3D solids than a squares and triangles set.
• How is it different from the Translucent Class Set?
  The Essential Shapes Set adds pentagons and hexagons to the squares and triangles. The Translucent Solid Magnetic Polydron Class Set has 72 pieces in two shapes, while this set has 104 pieces in four shapes. The extra shapes let children build more complex 3D models.