Learning Resources Big Time Classroom Clock Set with 24 Mini Clocks

The large demonstration clock lets children see a time clearly before practising it themselves. Its hour and minute hands are different colours, making the two easier to distinguish. The set pairs a classroom display clock with 24 gear-operated mini clocks. It suits teaching as a group, while also giving each child a clock to handle and read.

Practical tips

Use the large clock to introduce a time, then invite children to show the same time on their mini clocks. The linked hour and minute hands move together, so learners can see how changing one hand affects the other as they practise. Clear hour and minute markings help children follow the hands, while their different colours make it easier to tell which is which.

This format supports a useful change of pace: demonstrate together when introducing a new idea, then move to individual practice so children can work through examples themselves. It can be used for early lessons in reading analogue time, or as a hands-on activity to reinforce calculating and logical thinking. The clocks are manually operated, so children can change the time without batteries.

Product specs

• Type: Classroom clock learning set
• What’s included: One large learning clock, 24 gear-operated mini clocks and a classroom guide
• Material: Plastic
• Colour: Yellow
• Operation: Manual, no batteries required
• Recommended age: 5–9 years
• Assembly: Not required

Why it’s worth it

Rather than relying on a single clock for a teacher-led demonstration, this set combines a large display with 24 smaller clocks for hands-on practice. That makes it easier to move from watching an example to trying it independently, whether the activity is being run with a class or a group at home. The gear-operated design connects the hour and minute hands, giving children a practical way to explore how a clock shows time.

Buyers highlight the set as an enjoyable teaching aid, particularly for practising how to tell the time. Their comments also mention that children enjoy using the clocks, which can help make a lesson more interactive. The guide adds classroom support for introducing and using the set, while the clear markings and contrasting hand colours keep the focus on reading the clock.

Before you decide

How many children can practise with the set at once? It includes 24 gear-operated mini clocks alongside the large demonstration clock, so children can work with their own clock while the time is shown to the group.

Do the hour and minute hands move together? Yes. The clocks use a gear-operated mechanism that links the hands, helping children see their relationship as they change the time.

What ages is the set recommended for? The manufacturer recommends it for children aged 5–9, making it suitable for early practice with reading analogue time.

When it makes sense

Choose this set when the aim is to teach time through demonstration and practice, rather than simply display a clock. The large face gives a group a shared example, and the 24 mini clocks let learners try setting times themselves. With colour-differentiated hands, clear markings and a classroom guide, it is a practical resource for introducing and reinforcing clock-reading skills with children.