Block Puzzle - Ravensburger

In the box: 9 blocks, 6 pictures, carrying case

A little different than the typical Ravensburger jigsaw puzzle, I like this one because it requires manipulating cubes. There are six puzzles total, each a whimsical, colorful image from the farm. There is a picture of each finished puzzle to use as a reference while building.

Each puzzle is made up of all 9 blocks. Each block has a partial picture on all six sides (each side for a different puzzle), and is approximately 2 x 2 x 2 inches - just right to hold and manipulate in-hand. The blocks are plastic and washable. They are printed, not stickers, so there is nothing to peel off. This puzzle comes in several themes.

Try this:

• Place the pieces on the table in random order and with the correct side already up, if you are working with a beginner.
• Lay the puzzle picture on the table and have the child build the puzzle beside it, not on top of it.
• Place the picture at the top and above the picture so that the child will have to look up, remember what he saw, and return to the puzzle.
• Show the child a picture, talk about the particulars of the picture, such as theme, colors, and specific details. Turn the picture over and see if he can remember and can build it.
• Require the child to manipulate each block in one or two hands, instead of using the table top for assist.
• Find the 9 pieces for a single puzzle. Show the individual one block and ask him to find the same image on the puzzle sheet. 
• Work on spatial relations, manual dexterity, in-hand manipulation, visual closure, visual form constancy, process skills, executive functioning skills, play and leisure exploration and participation
  

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