This puzzle busy bag is great for young toddlers because each puzzle is only 2 pieces. Kids match the two pieces of the puzzle to complete them. There are 12 separate puzzles in this bag. You can start with just a couple puzzles, and slowly move to giving more to your kids as they get better until they have all 12 puzzles to complete. As your child ages, you can cut each image into 4 pieces for an extra challenge.
You can also use the pieces to play memory games. Place all pieces face down and flip over 2 to make a match. If a match is made, remove those pieces.
Puzzles are 2″ square made of thick cardboard and hand cut.
What they are learning WHILE having fun:
-Hand/Eye coordination – Being able to place the two halves of the puzzle together to complete the picture.
-Fine motor – Practicing using fine motor pincer grasp in order to manipulate the small pieces. Builds hand muscles and dexterity which are essential for a proper pencil grasp .
-Concentration. This activity has several puzzles and opportunities for advancement so it offers a great opportunity to sit and focus on a task before it is completed.