Geo Shapes Puzzles

Five jumbo two-piece shape puzzles introduce basic geometric forms. Durable, washable laminate surface. Circle: 5" diameter. Storage bag included. Self-correcting puzzles provide excellent way to explore geometric shapes and symmetry, enhance color and shape recognition and develop visual perception and motor skills. Best to begin with two shapes--circle and square--then add triangle before progressing to more challenging discrimination that oval and hexagon provide.

US$35.99

Animal Train Sort and Match

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Practice color-matching, shape-matching, and pattern recognition while having fun creating a charming animal train. Sturdy wooden pieces with embedded magnets attach to the self-propping board that has pegs and metal backing to help guide the pieces into place. Animal Train Sort and Match includes six double-sided pattern cards, 43 animal and train pieces, wooden storage box, and self-propping board. Storage box measures 14" x 9" x 2 1/2".

US$45

Upper & Lower Case Alphabet

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Celebrate this wooden alphabet puzzle with upper and lower case versions of each letter. Complete the puzzle by matching the shape of each letter to its space or name an object and find the letter that begins the word. Letters may be used for sorting by color or case and into consonants and vowels, matching upper and lower cases, and tracing. Measures 18" x12".

US$18.99

Birthday Party Puzzle

Birthday cake with candles, strawberry and jellybean toppings, and knife for "cutting;" 34 piece puzzle stores in a 13 1/2" x 10" X 2" wooden box. Velcro connectors between slices add sound to "cutting the cake," making this puzzle particularly appealing to children with visual impairments.

US$21

Beginner Pattern Blocks

Develop color, shape, and matching skills with these two-sided pattern boards. Individual shapes fit into recessed spaces, facilitating placement and minimizing movement as the child adds pieces to complete the pictures. All wood set includes five two-sided 7 1/8" x 9 1/2" boards, 30 pieces in five shapes and colors, and storage box.

US$21.99

Pattern Blocks and Boards

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
More challenging than Beginner Pattern Blocks, Pattern Blocks and Boards requires more refined motor and spatial skills. Smaller blocks must be placed precisely one against another and care must be taken to avoid knocking one block out of place when adding another. All wood set includes five two-sided 6" x 7 5/8" boards, 120 pieces in six shapes and colors, and storage box.

US$18.99

Magnetic Pattern Blocks Kit

12 Patterns and 120 magnets help to keep pieces in place to reduce frustration for beginning pattern makers. Makes a great take-a-long for trips and outings.

US$22

3D Feel & Find

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Twenty matching wooden shapes and textured tiles can be used as mini whole-object puzzles or as a tactile discrimination game in which tiles are dealt out to players who reach into a durable cloth bag to "feel and find" the corresponding wooden shape. Includes 10 object and 10 geometric shapes.

US$25.99

Flower Match

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Kids will love playing in our garden as they match up flower petals and stems using the easy to follow laminated pattern guides! Self-propping board with pegs and magnetic elements hold their selections securely in place as they follow the patterns or create their own flowers! Comes in attractive wood storage case that doubles as the game board/ play area. Ages 3+

US$40

Noticing Differences - Cats

These cats may look similar to young children, but differences in color, shape, and pose challenge puzzlers to identify subtle variations. This wooden eight cat knob puzzle measures 9" x 12".

US$15

Recognizing Shapes

This self-correcting knob puzzle challenges children to recognize and classify basic shapes as well as identify primary colors. Measures 12" x 4 1/2 ".

US$15

Matching Shades

The graduated colors of these circles lead children to appreciate the broad array of shades the world has to offer and to distinguish subtle differences. This 12 circle wooden knob puzzle measures 9" x 12". To explore color variations further, provide paint in a basic color plus white and black for mixing. Discuss what happens when the children add a dollop of white to the basic color, then switch to black and repeat the experiment. Divide each new shade into two cups, saving one and adding another dollop of white (or black) to the other. Line up the shades and compare.

US$20

Arranging Short To Tall

From shortest to tallest, the progressively varied hues of this beautiful blue puzzle prompt children to discern gradual variations in height. This wooden seven rectangle knob puzzle measures 12" x 4 1/2". High contrast background makes deciding where to fit the pieces easier.

US$15

Arranging Narrow To Wide

From narrowest to broadest, the progressively varied hues of this beautiful green puzzle lead children to discern gradual variations in width. This wooden seven rectangle knob puzzle measures 12" x 4 1/2". Bright white background aids placement of pieces into their respective slots.

US$15

Choo-Choo Tracks Magnetic Marble Maze

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Guide the colorful beads around the board using the attached magnetic wand. Clear cover insures no lost pieces, ideal for travel. Shape maze measures 7 5/8" x 6 1/4"

US$16

Emergency Vehicles Light & Sound Peg Puzzle

Lights and sound reward proper placement of pieces on board. Puzzle measures 9" x 12". Appealing to both hearing impaired and low vision children. Two AAA batteries required, not included.

US$13.99

Shape SENSEation

Shape SENSEation is a visual and tactile matching toy consisting of six different soft shapes loaded with visual and tactile stimulation. Each of the six shapes - circle, star, crescent moon, triangle, heart and square - is symmetrically divided so that children can pull apart and match according to shapes, patterns and textures. Each shape has distinct visual and tactile combinations including a raised rib design bordering each shape, which makes it ideal for all children including those with blindness or low vision. Packaged in clear vinyl zip tote.

Play Ability Factor: visual stimulation, tactile stimulation, memory and recall, matching skills, problem solving.

US$40

Alphabotz™ Superphonic Decoder Cards

With engaging robot characters, vibrant graphics, and fun stats, these multi-award-winning cards jumpstart beginning reading skills by helping children build lasting associations between sounds and the letters that represent them. The cards include a variety of games and activities geared toward children of various skill levels. Packaged in a sturdy sliding drawer box for easy storage.

Because children naturally get involved in the "story" behind each character, many children with a range of learning disabilities have found Alphabotz a fun way to learn.

US$20

Pets Cube Puzzle

Six puzzles in one! There are sixteen solid wooden cubes in this unique puzzle. One part of a colorful pet is pictured on each side. Rotate the cubes in the included wooden tray, to complete the six different animal pals! The border design provides a helpful hint. Dimensions: 2.25" x 8" x 8" Assembled. Recommended Ages: 3+ years

US$15

Farm Cube Puzzle

Six puzzles in one! There are sixteen solid wooden cubes in this unique puzzle. One part of a colorful farm animal is pictured on each side. Rotate the cubes in the included wooden tray, to complete the six different and playful animals! The border design provides a helpful hint. Dimensions: 2.25" x 8" x 8" Assembled. Recommended Ages: 3+ years.

US$15

Slide, Twist, 'n Solve

An on-the-go puzzle with a tactile twist! Each shape has a raised pattern easy to identify by touch and high-contrast colors ideal for those with visual impairments. Warning: this puzzle can be addictive. Players delight in solving it over and over again, making Slide, Twist, 'n Solve an ideal take along when traveling. The solution key is even on the back.....just in case frustration sets in.

US$15.99