Creativity & Balance
A game for young and old, for homes, schools and therapeutic use.
B A L L A N C E
creative stacking game for generations
"Stacking stones" is probably one of humanity's oldest games. The idea of arranging, stacking, and balancing natural objects through one's own creativity is absolutely simple and creative. It continues to inspire children and adults of all cultures to this day.
BALLANCE is the first stacking game that combines the round shape of spheres and hemispheres.
No magnets - no tricks - just gravity and you!
Discover gravity
BALLANCE is a creative educative game for children ages 6+, adults and therapists. It trains patience, concentration, and spatial awareness in a playful way.
Each ball is held in place solely by gravity - there are no magnets or other tricks. So place each ball carefully and defy gravity!
Instructions
Start on a flat surface, such as a table or windowsill. The included lid is especially useful for leveling uneven surfaces, such as grass or sand.
No magnets - no tricks - just gravity and you!
Now place the balls on top of each other so that gravity holds them in place. If the tower becomes too wobbly, rotate the balls slightly to maintain balance . Use your instincts and keep discovering new shapes.
Zen philosophy
Stacking stones is an ancient, meditative Zen practice. It's even considered a metaphor for the path to enlightenment. Each stone represents a stage on the spiritual journey. As you focus on balance and stability while stacking stones, your thoughts slow down. Your breathing becomes deeper. And your mind becomes calm and clear.
BALLANCE helps you reduce stress, align your mind and sort out your thoughts.
Children & Family
BALLANCE is a relaxing alternative to traditional stimulating toys. No bright colors, no technology, no sensory overload. This stacking game invites children and adults to play consciously and calmly, strengthening creativity, fine motor skills and patience.
In everyday daycare, BALLANCE is particularly suitable for preschool children as a way to consciously "calm down" after hectic activities. Stacking the balls helps focus attention, strengthen concentration, and find relaxation through play – the ideal balance between activity and rest.
Workshops & Mindfulness
BALLANCE is ideal as an icebreaker and interactive game in mindfulness workshops, team-building seminars, and coaching sessions. It connects, challenges, and creates a calm, creative space where individuals or groups can practice focus, cooperation and trust together.
Train patience & concentration
BALLANCE is more than just a creative stacking game - it's also a powerful therapeutic tool. The unique shapes of the wooden balls make delicate placement an exercise in patience, concentration and balance.
In occupational therapy, rehabilitation, and geriatrics, BALLANCE promotes muscle control, hand-eye coordination, and the sense of touch. People with motor disabilities and seniors in particular benefit from the calm, repetitive gameplay.
BALLANCE is used in child therapy and psychology: as a concentration game, it supports the development of patience, perseverance, and self-control. Mindful stacking has a calming effect, especially for children with ADHD, and helps focus attention. Small successes while stacking boost self-confidence and motivate children to further develop their skills.
Playing tips & care
By gently rotating the balls, you can always readjust the balance of your towers. If the wooden surface has become a bit slippery over time, briefly dip the balls in clear water and then let them dry on a cloth. This will straighten up the fibers and make the wood more grippy. You can repeat this process at any time.
You can protect the wood from dirt and moisture with a little natural wood oil (e.g., linseed oil). Then, wipe off any excess oil with a cloth and let it dry thoroughly. Note that this may darken the wood, depending on the oil.
Further questions
Shipment
We ship all orders from Germany within 1-3 business days after receipt of payment. Free shipping within Germany via DPD Classic. Delivery time is approximately 2-4 business days
Return
30-day money-back guarantee:
Return the undamaged product to us and we will transfer the full purchase amount to your account within 10 days.
Safety notice & certificates
Our products comply with the EU toy safety standard and are CE marked. Our wood comes from sustainable forestry in Austria and is FSC and PEFC certified. The cardboard tube is versatile and also FSC certified.
Manufacturer information
Manukakids, Eulenstrasse 77, 22763 Hamburg, Germany
Where can I try out BALLANCE?
You can currently try BALLANCE in several shops in Hamburg, as well as in the s'Fachl stores in Hamburg, Kiel, and Salzburg. We will publish a list of all other shops soon.
Design & Sustainability
Responsible use of resources is important to us. BALLANCE is made from FSC-certified beechwood from Austria and receives its finishing touches in our Hamburg workshop, without varnish or oil. The game is free of harmful substances, durable, and can be passed down from generation to generation. The packaging (cardboard tube/cotton bag) is also FSC-certified, plastic-free, and can be reused.
