Why are puzzles good tools for children?
Our wooden puzzles are ideal for classroom use – they will last for years, and our board puzzles are priced to suit every pocket – they are ideal for home or class use, and of course they make wonderful gifts for children of all ages. Teachers and therapists all over...
The love of Jigsaw Puzzles
Why do we create puzzles for you? The allure of puzzles lies in the inherent sense of accomplishment and satisfaction that comes from assembling a complex, disjointed set of pieces into a cohesive, complete image. For many, the process of puzzle-building is a...
A pre-writing skills info session
A pre-writing skills info session Every parent understands that when their child reaches ‘big school’ much of their learning will depend on their reading and writing ability. With this in mind, it makes sense for parents to equip their childrenmwith strong pre-reading...
Play-Based Learning – Rediscovering the Joy of Childhood in South African Classrooms
Play-Based Learning - Rediscovering the Joy of Childhood in South African Classrooms In an era where education often feels like a race against time, play-based learning offers a refreshing and much-needed change. Especially in South African classrooms, where diverse...
Pre-Writing Skills
Every parent understands that when their child reaches ‘big school’ much of their learning will depend on their reading and writing ability. With this in mind, it makes sense for parents to equip their children with strong pre-reading and pre-writing skills. This can...
Number Development
Number development comes naturally Children develop number sense in the most incidental and natural way during their formative years. Each child will develop number skills at their own rate. This will also be influenced by their environment, pre-school attendance and...
Crossing the Midline
Crossing the Midline What is meant by crossing the body’s mid-line? The body’s mid-line is an imaginary line down the centre of the body that divides the body into left and right. Crossing the body’s mid-line is the ability to reach across the middle of the body with...
Peg & Chunky Puzzles
BenefitsChunky puzzles teach children to pick up and grasp pieces.They also aid in the development of:* hand-eye coordination – is enhanced through the ‘trial and error’ process as the child manipulates each piece to fit in the puzzle.* fine-motor skills – are the key...
Learning Benefits of Puzzles
Toddlers 18 months to 2 years start off with basic knob puzzles. Fine motor control and spatial planning required to place the different puzzle pieces into the matching space. In addition, knob puzzles exercise the pincer grip – the same grip that will be used for...
How do puzzles vary in difficulty?
Puzzles can vary in difficulty in a number of ways: the size of the puzzle piecesthe number of piecesthe simplicity or complexity of the picture (see the difference between this zoo puzzle and the Princess on the Horse)the detail in the picture (it is easier to match...
Puzzle Age Guide
One of the most common questions asked is, “What size puzzle should I buy for my child?” This puzzle age-ability guideline will help you determine what style and number of pieces your child should be eager to build, whether you have a toddler, a preschooler or a child...