Hape The Met Tree of Life Play Mat

Bring centuries of creativity to life with the Hape x The Met Tree of Life Maze Puzzle. Inspired by a detailed 17th-century British embroidery in The Met’s collection, this magnetic puzzle features stylized trees filled with birds and animals, celebrating nature, artistry, and imaginative play.

Children use the magnetic stylus to move colorful beads through the maze’s twisting branches, helping develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and early problem-solving. The detailed design is a playful tribute to historic needlework once found in Tudor and Stuart homes.

Created in collaboration with early childhood experts and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this puzzle offers a rich blend of artistic heritage and hands-on learning. Ideal for children ages 2 and up, the Tree of Life Maze brings timeless design to everyday discovery.

• INSPIRED BY FAMOUS WORKS OF ART: Inspired by The Tree of Life, a 17th-century British embroidery from The Met’s collection
  
  
• TRACE, GUIDE, LEARN: Use the magnetic stylus to move beads through winding branches—building coordination and early problem-solving skills
  
  
• ARTFUL DESIGN: Lush trees and charming animals reflect the textile’s original hand-stitched beauty
  
  
• CHILD-FRIENDLY BUILD: Durable and safe, with enclosed pieces and a smooth magnetic stylus—ideal for ages 2+
  
  
• DESIGNED WITH EXPERTS: Developed by early childhood specialists in partnership with The Metropolitan Museum of Art
  
  
• MEANINGFUL PLAY: A beautifully crafted gift that blends artistic inspiration with interactive exploration