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Review: Deep in the Jungle Mosaics

In our household, the exclamation "Art! Art! Art!" is a frequent herald of a creative afternoon. This week, we delved into Deep in the Jungle Mosaics, another vibrant offering from Djeco. Because we have explored several of their kits through Timberdoodle, my daughter was able to dive in with zero hesitation. However, if your student is new to mosaics, do not fret; the instruction manuals are a masterclass in simplicity. They are entirely pictorial, allowing even a young child to navigate the project independently—a feature I prize highly, as it provides me with the necessary window to manage household tasks or attend to "little sis" while she remains happily occupied.


The kit includes four projects featuring a menagerie of jungle inhabitants: a frog, a snake, a bird, and a jaguar. As with most Djeco sets, my only lingering wish is for a higher volume of projects, as my daughter tends to move through these with enthusiastic speed. A standout feature for me is the quality of the cardstock; each board is exceptionally sturdy. This durability is vital because I love to display her completed work throughout the house, and these boards maintain their integrity without bending or warping when mounted on the wall. 



The aesthetic appeal of this kit lies in its variety of textures, including metallic stickers, glittery squares, and shimmering rhinestones. The manual clearly dictates the placement of each, making the process highly organized. However, I did encounter a familiar hurdle with the rhinestones. Similar to our previous experiences, these can be quite stubborn to remove from the backing, and occasionally the adhesive remains on the sheet instead of the stone. If you encounter a "sticky-less" stone, a quick pro-tip: you can usually peel the adhesive dot off the page and "smush" it back onto the rhinestone to save it from being wasted.


We have sourced our curriculum from Timberdoodle for years, and their curated selection of arts and crafts remains unparalleled. They offer a diverse range for every developmental stage—in fact, I’ve spotted several kits I’m tempted to purchase for myself! It is an excellent resource whether you are a dedicated homeschooler or simply looking to enhance your child’s creative expression outside of the traditional classroom. You can truly never have too many art projects in your rotation, and these jungle scenes are a spectacular addition.



This kit is a definitive "recommend" for any parent seeking a mess-free, high-engagement art activity that results in a professional-looking finished product. It balances fine motor skill development with the pure joy of creation. I am eager to know: what jungle-themed projects have been a hit in your home? Let us know in the comments! And now for the moment of suspense—can you guess which 2nd-grade item from our Timberdoodle kit is up for review next? Here are your clues: Dice, Game, and Family Fun.

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