Ages 3 to 6
Adult fitting required. Not for infants.
Montessori Busy Board Accessories
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Build your own busy board with these Montessori busy board accessories. Pick a switch, light, doorbell, steering wheel or socket from the Part menu, fit it to a board yourself, and give your 3 to 6 year old a new thing to press, flip, pull or turn.
One part per option
Each name in the Part menu is one accessory. Add several to build a full board.
Australia-wide, 2 to 4 days
We ship within Australia only. Delivery cost is shown at checkout before you pay.
Specifications
- Recommended age
- 3 to 6 years
- What you receive
- The single part you select in the Part menu. It is not a complete busy board.
- Skills practised
- Fine motor control, hand-eye coordination, sound and colour recognition, problem-solving
- Part types
- Switches, bulbs and lights, sockets and plugs, a doorbell, a wall telephone, a steering wheel, a traffic light and TV remotes
Note
Not suitable for infants. Keep small parts away from young children to avoid choking hazards.
Slight measurement errors and colour variations can occur because of different screens.
Busy board parts and accessories: what you are buying
Montessori Busy Board Accessories are individual busy board parts for building or refreshing a DIY sensory board at home. If your child already loves pressing buttons, flipping switches and working out how things go together, these busy board pieces let you add that play to a board of your own without buying a whole new toy.
This is not a ready-made busy board. Each option is a single accessory that an adult fits securely to a suitable board. Once it is fitted and tested, children aged 3 to 6 get a hands-on way to practise small finger movements, notice lights and sounds, and learn cause and effect.
Before you add to cart: every name in the Part menu is one accessory, not a complete board. The photo changes when you pick a part, so check it matches what you want.
Pick your part in 30 seconds
Choose by the kind of play you want to add. The name in the last column is exactly what you will see in the Part menu above.
| You want | Good choice | Pick this in the Part menu |
|---|---|---|
| A satisfying switch with lights | Three switches that each go with a coloured bulb | 3-Switch Panel + 3 Bulbs, Red/Yellow/Green (8.7 cm) |
| Lots of finger actions in one place | Compact control panel | Control Panel: 3 Switches + 3 Buttons (8.3 cm) |
| A light to press, touch or pull | Pat light, touch light or pull-cord light | Pat Light, Colour-Change (6 cm) · Touch Light (8 cm) · Pull-Cord Light (7 cm) |
| Pretend driving and road play | Steering wheel or traffic light | Yellow Steering Wheel (20 cm) · Traffic Light on Stand (12.5 cm) |
| Ringing a bell or answering a call | Doorbell or wall telephone | Doorbell Chime + Push Button (10 cm) · Wall Telephone with Coiled Cord (15.5 cm) |
| Plug-in, plug-out pretend play | Socket with a removable plug (pretend play only) | Two-Pin Socket + Plug (6 cm) · Wall Socket Plate + Plug (8.5 cm) |
Not sure where to start? Combine one switch, one control panel and one light. That gives your child a press, a flip and a glow to explore, so the board is not the same movement repeated.
All busy board parts by name
These are the parts you can pick in the Part menu, grouped by type. Sizes come from the product photos.
Switch and bulb sets
- 3-Switch Panel + 3 Bulbs, Red/Yellow/Green (8.7 cm)
- 3-Switch Panel + 3 Bulbs, Yellow/Blue/White (8.5 cm)
- Rocker Switch + Mini Fan (8.5 cm)
Switches and panels
- Control Panel: 3 Switches + 3 Buttons (8.3 cm)
- Mini Oval Rocker Switch (6 cm)
Lights
- Pat Light, White (6.2 cm)
- Pat Light, Colour-Change (6 cm)
- Fried-Egg Light (11.8 cm)
- Touch Light (8 cm)
- Pull-Cord Light (7 cm)
Sockets and plugs (pretend play only)
- European Socket + Plug (6.5 cm)
- Five-Hole Socket + Plug (7.2 cm)
- Two-Pin Socket + Plug (6 cm)
- Wall Socket Plate + Plug (8.5 cm)
- Wall Socket Plate + 2 Plugs (8.6 cm)
Role-play pieces
- Yellow Steering Wheel (20 cm)
- Traffic Light on Stand (12.5 cm)
- Wall Telephone with Coiled Cord (15.5 cm)
- Doorbell Chime + Push Button (10 cm)
- TV Remote, Blue
- TV Remote, Red
See the busy board parts before you choose
The gallery has many similar views, so these are the images that answer a buying question. Each caption uses the same name as the Part menu.
Size note: measurements come from the product photos and may vary slightly. Look at the photo of the part you pick before you order.
Why build your own busy board with separate parts
A ready-made board is fixed. With separate busy board parts you decide what goes on it, and you can change it as your child grows or loses interest in one activity.
Choose the actions: pick the switches, lights and buttons your child actually likes.
Refresh an old board: replace a worn part or add a new one when the old activities get boring.
Grow it over time: start with one or two parts and add more later.
Hands-on, not on a screen: pressing, flipping and turning are real movements that build finger control.
Plan your DIY busy board before checkout
A few minutes of planning helps your busy board parts fit together and leaves room for small hands.
Choose a stable base. Use a strong, smooth board that suits your fixing method.
Measure the space. Use the sizes in the part list, leave gaps between parts and keep moving parts clear of the edge.
Mix the actions. Combine pressing, flipping, turning and pulling for more variety.
Check the fixings. Use screws and tools that suit your board, and check the photo of your part to see what is shown with it.
Test before play. Check the front, back and edges for loose parts, sharp points or exposed fixings.
| Check before ordering | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Part size | Each name in the Part menu shows its size, so you can plan the layout on your board. |
| Board size and thickness | The base needs room and strength for secure adult fitting. |
| Fixings and batteries | Check the photo of your part for mounting screws or a battery holder. |
| Age and warning label | Use only for the stated age and with adult supervision. |
Installation and safety guidance
These parts must be fitted by an adult.
After fitting a part, test it firmly before giving the board to your child. Pull it, press it and check the edges. If anything moves, lifts or feels sharp, fix it before play.
Use a strong board surface that can hold the part securely.
Keep screws, batteries, small parts and loose pieces away from infants and younger siblings.
Check the board regularly, especially if your child pulls hard on parts.
Supervise play with electronic components.
Never connect a socket or plug part to mains electricity or put it into a power point. These parts are for pretend play on the board only.
Stop using the board if any part becomes loose, cracked or damaged.
Check the back of the board as well as the play surface. No screw tip, wire, fixing or rough edge should be reachable during play.
Who should buy these DIY busy board accessories?
These suit parents, teachers, childcare rooms and homeschool set-ups who are happy to put together a DIY activity board and want to choose the parts themselves. They are also a good fit if you are refreshing an older sensory board.
Want something ready to use straight from the box? Browse a complete busy board or the Montessori busy board for ages 3 to 6. New to building your own? Read our safety-first DIY busy board guide before you start.
Listen: how to build your own Montessori busy board
Prefer to listen before you start? This short guide explains how to choose and use busy board accessories safely.
FAQs
Is this a complete busy board?
No. These are busy board accessories and DIY parts. You fit them to a suitable board yourself.
Which accessory should I choose first?
Pick by the kind of play you want. A 3-switch panel or the control panel is an easy first part, and a light adds a visible reward. See the quick-pick table above.
What age are these busy board accessories for?
Ages 3 to 6. They are not suitable for infants because small parts are a choking risk.
Can I use them to fix an old busy board?
Yes, if the part fits your board and can be fitted securely. Test it before your child plays.
How do I order more than one part?
Pick a part in the Part menu and add it to your cart, then pick the next part and add that too. Each part is a separate option.
Are mounting screws or tools included?
The photos for the European Socket + Plug and the Five-Hole Socket + Plug say "with mounting screws". Other photos do not show screws, so have suitable screws and tools ready for your board.
Do the light parts need batteries?
Some photos show a battery holder, for example the 3-switch panels with bulbs. Check the photo of the part you pick, and keep batteries away from young children.
Are the socket and plug parts safe?
They are for pretend play on a board only. Never connect them to mains electricity or put a plug into a power point, and always fit them with an adult.
How long does shipping take?
Orders are dispatched within 2 to 4 business days, and standard delivery generally takes about 2 to 4 business days. We ship within Australia only, and the delivery cost is shown at checkout before you pay.
What if I change my mind or a part is faulty?
Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 14 days for an exchange or store credit. If a part is faulty or damaged, contact us and we will arrange a replacement or a full refund. See our return and refund policy.
Build a board your child will actually use
Pick the part that gives your child a new movement to practise, check the photo for that part, and add it to your cart. Fit it safely, test it, then let the play begin.
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