DOUBLE-DUTY PUZZLES FOR KIDS
Puzzle me this!
There's nothing like a puzzle to bring the family together on a rainy day. Lucky for us, there are loads of beautiful children's puzzles to engage kids' minds and imaginations. In honor of National Puzzle Day, we went searching for those puzzles that offer a little something extra. From I-Spy and tactile puzzles to puzzles that double as playsets, these gorgeous picks all pack bonus play value.
I-Spy Puzzles
An I-spy element gives a puzzle the extra allure of a hidden picture challenge (a classic kids fave!).
Our top picks have plenty of hidden elements to entice little ones. Go ahead, see if you can find them all!
Galloping Horses Puzzle
Janod
MSRP: Typical retail $17
Mfr. Recommended Age: 6 - 9 Years
Why We Love It
Excellent quality, 208-piece puzzle features a fun, detailed scene that doubles as a hidden picture game. Put the pieces together then find the 51 hidden objects (anyone see the pink watering can?!).
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Language & Numbers Puzzles
These picks add an educational element to already gorgeous children's puzzles. Whether you want to sprinkle in a little conversation about numbers, letters, or even another language, we've got the puzzle for you.
Playset Puzzles
Who says a puzzle should be flat? These puzzles include 3D figures for kiddos to move around,
transforming them into playsets for storytelling and pretend play.
Alphabites A to Z Puzzle
BeginAgain
MSRP: $40.00
Mfr. Recommended Age: 3 Years+
Why We Love It
Maybe the most innovative puzzle we've seen. This wooden puzzle includes 26 A to Z food and kitchen pieces. The base doubles as a playset with a stove top on one side and a serving tray on the other. Bon appetit!
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Once Upon a Puzzle
Crocodile Creek
MSRP: $18.99
Mfr. Recommended Age: 4 Years+
Why We Love It
36-piece Snow White puzzle comes with stand-up play figures. Littles can bring their favorite fairytale to life or put their own spin on this classic story. Also available in Princess Puzzle and Beauty and the Beast versions.
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Tactile Puzzles
These puzzles don't just look snuggly - they are!
These picks for toddlers add a fun sensory element to adorable animal puzzles.
Keep the Change
We couldn't resist a couple bonus picks. From a puzzle that doubles as a coin bank
to another that explores night-and-day themes, we love these creative takes on puzzling.
Into Space Bank Puzzle
Petit Collage
MSRP: $16.00
Mfr. Recommended Age: 4 Years+
Why We Love It
Save your pennies! This 64-piece puzzle made from recycled paper includes a container that doubles as a coin bank. Also available in super cute owl, dinosaur, and horse ranch versions.
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