Today is Wednesday - Diabolo

There is something quietly wonderful about handing a child a toy that has absolutely no screen, no batteries and no instructions beyond "keep practising." The diabolo is one of those ancient games of skill that looks impossible until suddenly, one afternoon, it isn't, and the look on their face when it clicks is genuinely one of the good moments. This one is from Moulin Roty, beautifully made in beech wood, and it comes with two sticks and a string and basically an open invitation to spend an afternoon in the garden getting progressively better at something real.

We love it because:

• It is a proper game of skill that actually rewards persistence, which is a lovely thing for a child to discover
• Beech wood construction from Moulin Roty means it is solid, beautiful and built to last through a lot of garden sessions
• No batteries, no charging, no screen time guilt whatsoever
• Tricks are genuinely achievable with practice, which keeps children coming back to it long after the novelty toys have been forgotten
• A brilliant choice for children who like to master things and show off a little (no judgement, we love that in a child)
• Moulin Roty's "Today is Wednesday" collection has that lovely nostalgic, timeless quality that makes it feel like a gift worth giving

What's in the box:

• 1 beech wood diabolo
• 2 sticks with string

Great for:

• Ages 6 and up
• Garden play, park afternoons, or any big open space where a flying diabolo is not going to cause a household incident
• Children who enjoy a challenge and the satisfaction of getting genuinely good at something
• A birthday gift that stands out from the usual pile
• Building coordination, focus and patience in the most enjoyable way possible

Important to know:

• Dimensions: 37 x 10 cm
• Made from beech wood, plastic and polyester
• Clean with a soft, damp cloth
• Please note: contains a long rope, so adult supervision is recommended for younger siblings in the vicinity