Discernment Cup
Teaching Foundational Wisdom Through Play, One Choice at a Time
❤️ The Heart Behind the Cup
In a world full of choices, how do we teach our little ones to choose well? The Discernment Cup transforms an everyday sorting activity into a foundation for lifelong wisdom. As tiny hands sort colorful sticks into the perfect wooden cup, they're practicing shapes, colors, and they're learning to discern, choose, and think.
This is a gentle introduction to one of God's most precious gifts: the ability to distinguish between right and wrong, truth and confusion, wisdom and folly all through the beautiful simplicity of play.
✨The Manger Method in Action
PLAY: Ten vibrant wooden sorting sticks invite endless exploration. Sort by color, create patterns, practice fine motor skills, and build problem-solving confidence.
SOW: Our equipping card guides you through age-appropriate conversations about making good choices, following God's ways, and the difference between wise and foolish decisions.
LEARN: Each sorting session becomes a gentle lesson in discernment as children discover that just like the sticks have a special place in the cup, God has good plans and purposes for their choices.
GROW CHRISTLIKE: Watch as this simple toy becomes a bridge to deeper conversations about listening to God's voice, choosing kindness, and developing the wisdom that comes from above.
Why Christian Families Choose the Discernment Cup
✨ Discipleship Made Natural: Turns everyday sorting into meaningful conversations about God's wisdom without feeling preachy or overwhelming
✨ Perfect for Little Hands: Smooth, lightweight wooden cup designed specifically for toddler and preschooler development
✨ Grows With Your Child: Starts as simple sorting for 18-month-olds, evolves into complex pattern-making and deeper discernment conversations for older children
✨ Complete Faith Experience: Includes guided prayers, Scripture connections, and practical ways to practice discernment in daily life
✨ Portable Peace: Perfect size for church bags, restaurant outings, or quiet time at grandparents' house
Perfect For:
- Ages 18 months - 5 years (with age-appropriate biblical guidance)
- Parents wanting to teach wisdom through play
- Grandparents seeking gifts with eternal impact
- Busy families needing screen-free, faith-building activities
- Sunday school teachers introducing character concepts
Development Meets Discipleship
- Fine Motor Skills: Grasping and placing sticks builds hand strength and coordination
- Cognitive Development: Sorting, patterns, and problem-solving boost brain development
- Color & Shape Recognition: Ten vibrant sticks teach early learning concepts
- Spiritual Formation: Gentle introduction to biblical wisdom and discernment
What's Included:
- 1 handcrafted wooden Discernment Cup
- 10 colorful wooden sorting sticks
- Biblical equipping card with prayers & wisdom lessons
- Parent guide for age-appropriate discernment conversations
Crafted with Care:
- Smooth, non-toxic natural wood construction
- Child-safe finishes and materials
- Meets all CPC safety standards
- Easy to clean and maintain
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FAQ’s
Q: What age ranges are your toys designed for?
A: Our toys span from 0-6 years old. A baby might enjoy the textures, colors,
gentle rattle sound of our Lion of Judah Rattle, while a 4-year-old can learn
about Jesus as the Lion of Judah. Each toy has age-appropriate ways to engage
with the biblical content, and many become treasured keepsakes that serve
multiple children in a family.Q: Are your toys safe for young children?
A: Absolutely! Safety is paramount. All our toys are made from non-toxic
materials, use child-safe paints and finishes, and meet or exceed safety
standards. We use natural wood, food-grade silicone, and other safe materials.
Each product page lists specific age recommendations and safety information.Q: I'm not sure how to have biblical conversations with my toddler.
Will these toys help?
A: Yes! This is exactly why we created the equipping cards. We understand that
many parents feel overwhelmed about how to share their faith with little ones.
Each toy comes with simple, age-appropriate prayers, Scripture verses, and
conversation starters. You don't need to be a Bible scholar, just a loving
parent who wants to point their child toward Jesus.Q: Can these toys be used in church nurseries or Sunday school?
A: Definitely! Many of our toys are perfect for group settings. Items like our
Noah's Ark, Bethlehem Blocks, and God's Creation Puzzles are designed to spark
conversations and can be used by teachers and volunteers. We also offer bulk
pricing for churches - contact us for details.Q: Do you offer gift
wrapping or special packaging?A: While we don't offer
traditional gift wrapping, each toy comes beautifully packaged in our signature
boxes that reflect the care and thought behind every purchase. The presentation
is gift-ready and includes all the biblical resources parents need.Q: What if a toy breaks
or doesn't meet my expectations?A: We stand behind every toy we
make. If you're not completely satisfied, or if something arrives damaged,
contact us within 30 days and we'll make it right. Our goal is to support your
family's faith journey, and we want you to love every Manger Toy.Q: Are your toys
appropriate for families from different Christian denominations?A: Yes! We focus on core biblical
truths that unite Christians across denominations such as God's love, character
development, and Scripture engagement. Our materials are designed to complement
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Contact Us
Still have questions? Email us at info@mangertoys.com- we love connecting with families and helping you find the perfect faith-building tools for your little ones!
Let customers speak for us
So grateful to have found a toy company like Manger Toys! This beautiful, quality-made rattle will be a favorite for our little one when he arrives this year! Thank you for producing such beautiful, high-quality toys!
We love the God's banner stackable rainbow--it's a beautiful toy and a perfect reminder of God's love for us!
This toy is so good. So education and leaves so much room for teaching. And learning. Very cute and well made. My kids are loving it and I’m excited to get some feedback on it from our Sunday school kiddos.
Very cute. This is going to be so nice to do lesson on the fruits of the spirit. A lot of open ended play can come from this!
My kids (3 and 6) have so much fun playing with this!! I like the magnets versus other Velcro fruits/veggies where the Velcro wears out. The knife is thin enough for the fruit and cuts easily once its where its supposed to be. Also the basket is nice for storage in the play kitchen. We love,love,love the learning material!! We started with teaching on love and the questions started flooding in!! It was a chance to help them learn go deeper in loving Jesus!!
Purchased one for my 6 month old. It's not only a beautiful keepsake but my little one really enjoys it. It's so soft, makes a gentle rattle noise which he seems to like, is also safe for baby to chew. As a Christian mom I really enjoy partnering with a company that shares my values, I'm thrilled to have found them. The learning material is very encouraging. The packaging beautiful. Definitely will grow with the company as my little one does!
The Manger Method
A Four-Step Pathway That Transforms Playtime Into Discipleship
PLAY - Children naturally explore the toy through hands-on interaction and imaginative play, building developmental skills while having fun.
SOW - Parents use our included equipping cards with Bible verses, prayers, and conversation starters to plant God's Word during play ("Faith comes by hearing!").
LEARN - Through repeated play and gentle biblical guidance, children begin to understand spiritual truths as God's living Word shapes their imagination.
GROW CHRISTLIKE - We provide the tools and resources, but Jesus does the transforming work in young hearts over time.
Based on Deuteronomy 6:6-7 - impressing God's Word on children through everyday moments, supporting both developmental milestones and spiritual growth.
FAQs
Please read our FAQs page to find out more.
Q: What age ranges are your toys designed for?
A: Our toys span from
0-6 years old. A baby might enjoy the textures, colors, gentle rattle
sound of our Lion of Judah Rattle, while a 4-year-old can learn about Jesus as the Lion of Judah. Each toy has age-appropriate ways to engage with the biblical content, and many become treasured keepsakes that serve multiple children in a family.
Q: Are your toys safe for young children?
A: Absolutely! Safety
is paramount. All our toys are made from non-toxic materials, use child-safe paints and finishes, and meet or exceed safety standards. We use natural wood, food-grade silicone, and other safe materials. Each product page lists specific
age recommendations and safety information.
Q: I'm not sure how to have biblical conversations with my toddler. Will these toys help?
A: Yes! This is exactly why we created the equipping cards. We understand
that many parents feel overwhelmed about how to share their faith with little ones. Each toy comes with simple, age-appropriate prayers, Scripture verses, and conversation starters. You don't need to be a Bible scholar, just a loving parent who wants to point their child toward Jesus!
Q: Do you offer gift wrapping or special packaging?
A: While we don't offer traditional gift wrapping, each toy comes beautifully packaged in our signature boxes that reflect the care and thought behind every purchase. The presentation is gift-ready and includes all the biblical resources parents need.
Q: Can these toys be used in church nurseries orSunday school?
A: Definitely! Many of our toys are perfect for group settings. Items like
our Noah's Ark, Bethlehem Blocks, and God's Creation Puzzles are designed to spark conversations and can be used by teachers and volunteers. We also offer bulk pricing for churches - contact us for details.