12 best the learning journey 5 gifts

Product description

Learning about the United States of America is easy and fun with the Lift & Learn USA Map puzzle. With 40 pieces, little ones can research each state, its capital, and various historical sites, monuments, natural wonders, and other famous attractions. Each puzzle piece is raised for easy grasping and the state shaped pieces lift to reveal the name and proximity of its capital. All the pieces fit neatly in a wood grain-like tray for puzzle solving fun and tidy storage! Measures 15” long x . 4” wide x 11” high. Ages 3+ years.

From the Manufacturer

This fun and colorful tray puzzle features the United States map and will teach children the 50 states. State capitals and pictures are also printed under the pieces. Each puzzle measures 15" x 11". Ages 5+ years.

• KEY FEATURES – The Lift & Learn – USA Map consists of 40 pieces that feature the fifty states of America. Brightly colored pieces make it interesting for little ones to find homes for each puzzle piece and the raised textures make it easy to grab for little hands. Measures 15” long x . 4” wide x 11” high, weighs 1. 63 lbs.
• EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS – Promotes research, tactile and motor development, and thinking and learning.
• SUPPORTS DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS – Improves FINE MOTOR SKILLS and hand-eye coordination. Builds CONFIDENCE and boosts SELF-ESTEEM by providing a sense of achievement. Helps develop PROBLEM-SOLVING abilities by encouraging your child to concentrate. INSPIRES independent play.
• SAFETY - All Learning Journey products are regularly safety tested and in compliance with all domestic and international toy safety regulations.
• AWARD WINNING PRODUCTS – Fun fact: The Learning Journey has an extensive line of Award-Winning Educational Toys that have been tested by the most important panel of judges kids!

User questions & answers

Question:	Where is this made
Answer:	The Learning Journey can supply you with extra pieces. Please call us at 1.877.839.3969, or go through our website www.tlji.com to place your order.
Question:	Is there a way to oder a complete set of states without the board? This is for instances when multiple pieces are missing or damaged
Answer:	This puzzle is safe and lead free. I will post a link to the official answer from the company. https://www.tlji.com/content/23-toy-safety
Question:	Where is this puzzle made? Is it lead free
Answer:	Thank you for your question. I was going to purchase the puzzle until I read your question. The correct answer is "NO". It is common knowledge among most people that a photo of a Mexican wearing a Sombrero leaning against anything like a cactus or a wall is generally seen as a negative stereotype and demeaning to the Mexican culture. It is meant to portray Mexicans as lazy. Amazon should remove this puzzle from it's site or they will be responsible for perpetuating this negative cultural stereotype.
Question:	Is New Mexico famous for Mexicans with huge sombreros leaning on saguaros
Answer:	I think they come as a set

Product features

Lift & Learn Puzzle USA Map

Learning about the United States of America is easy and fun with the Lift & Learn USA Map puzzle. With 40 pieces, little ones can research each state, its capital, and various historical sites, monuments, natural wonders, and other famous attractions. Each puzzle piece is raised for easy grasping and the state shaped pieces lift to reveal the name and proximity of its capital. All the pieces fit neatly in a wood grain-like tray for puzzle-solving fun and tidy storage! Measures 15” long x . 4” wide x 11” high. Ages 3+ years.

Cut Out State Shaped Pieces

All the pieces fit neatly in a wood grain-like tray for puzzle-solving fun and tidy storage! Measures 15” long x .4” wide x 11” high.

Unique Colorful Images

Each state is uniquely designed with images that are specific to that state.

Problem Solving

Children will develop problem-solving skills that build on their memory, comprehension, language, math, and science skills.

Featured States & Capitals

The state-shaped pieces lift to reveal the name and proximity of its capital. This will help children learn to identify the specific shape of each state and its capital.

Thinking & Learning, Tactile & Motor, Research

Building and enhancing important thinking, learning, and research skills. Develop tactile motor and problem-solving skills.

The Learning Journey conducted extensive research of worldwide curriculum to determine the specific skills children need to develop during the various stages of their early lives. An extensive investigation revealed that the hundreds of specific skills identified fell into one or more defined categories. These categories were further developed and today make up The Learning Journey Skill Sets list. Look for these Skill Set icons on the back of The Learning Journey’s products.

About The Learning Journey International

If you are looking for toys that both entertain AND help your children learn, then The Learning Journey is for you. The Learning Journey has spent the past 25 years designing and developing toys that are so much fun that kids won’t even realize they are learning. Not only do their exclusive line of interactive toys promote learning, they also encourage confidence as they enhance a child's potential. Check out all the great products from The Learning Journey right here at Amazon.

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The award-winning Match It Mathematics will encourage your little one to discover the magic of mathematics – while introducing STEM education in a fun and interactive way! This colorful set of self-correcting math puzzle cards introduces number recognition, counting and basic addition and subtraction skills. The 30 puzzle pairs feature ten cards that focus on addition, ten on subtraction and ten on counting. These brightly illustrated self-correcting puzzle pairs are a great way to inspire your little one to learn through play. Learning numbers and basic math has never been this much fun! Looking to encourage curiosity while creating an excitement for early learning? Seeking a SAFE puzzle game that is fun and educational? Want to dive into the magical world of mathematics?!? Then Match It Mathematics is the perfect gift for your little one! Excellent for both boys and girls ages 3 and up.

From the Manufacturer

The Match It! Series features a wide range of award-winning educational titles. Each product in the series features self-correcting puzzle sets that introduce children to a specific educational topic or skill. The brightly illustrated puzzle cards engage children in the learning process in an entertaining way. Match It Mathematics includes 30 self-correcting puzzle pairs: 10 card sets for counting, 10 for addition and 10 for subtraction. Ages 3+ years.

• KEY FEATURES - This bright collection of two-piece puzzles is a perfect introduction to the world of mathematics and jigsaw puzzles for both BOYS and GIRLS ages 3 and up. Designed to introduce counting and encourage early math skills, these puzzle pairs make it easy and fun to develop basic mathematical abilities and become familiar with numbers. THE SPECS: 30 self-correcting puzzle pairs made of thick, durable cardboard construction. Ten addition pairs, ten subtraction pairs, and ten counting pairs.
• EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS – Assists skill building with mathematics, visual, thinking and learning – while providing an early introduction to STEM education.
• SUPPORTS DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS – Improves FINE MOTOR SKILLS and HAND-EYE COORDINATION by requiring your child to fit the correct puzzle pairs together. Help’s develop PROBLEM-SOLVING abilities by encouraging your child to focus and think creatively to determine the correct answers. Self-correcting puzzle pieces build CONFIDENCE and boost SELF-ESTEEM by providing a sense of achievement.
• SAFETY - All Learning Journey products are regularly safety tested and in compliance with all domestic and international toy safety regulations.
• AWARD WINNING PRODUCTS – Match It Mathematics is Dr. Toy’s BEST CLASSICS Winner! Fun fact: The Learning Journey has an extensive line of Award-Winning Educational Toys that have been tested by the most important panel of judges kids!

User questions & answers

Question:	Are they made in USA
Answer:	Heck no, this is a piece of crap garbage. The Fran is all plastic
Question:	What are the size dimensions of the box
Answer:	I didnt save the box, but if it's advertised as a play surface for kids, one would hope that it is non-toxic. It doesn't emit any odor right out of the box, if that's a clue. The manufacturer may have a more definitive answer for you.
Question:	does it suit for a three-year old girl
Answer:	I consider them water resistant. The wood patterned side does not absorb liquids, but the foamy underside is slightly absorbent. Liquids do slip through the cracks and the flooring underneath the mats will get wet.
Question:	Where does this ship from
Answer:	you could I suppose but I am not sure why you would want to? Maybe if I knew the reason I could respond better. They are cushiony and being on carpet would make the more that way. Sorry I hope this helps some.

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Kids will dance their way to learning object and color recognition with this creative Color Dancing Dinosaurs puzzle. Measuring 5 feet long, this brightly illustrated puzzle features an Iguanodon, a Pterodactyl, a Triceratops, a Brachiosaurus, a Tyrannosaurus rex, and many more happy rockin’ dinosaurs! The 51 jumbo puzzle pieces will keep your little learner entertained for hours as they learn about colors. The dynamic dinosaur theme will provide an interactive and engaging experience as your preschooler builds and discovers each lively dino. Dance your way into learning fun with this lively 5-foot Long and Tall Puzzle! Are you seeking an enjoyable T-rex of an adventure? Looking for a SAFE preschool toy that is fun and educational? Do you have a little paleontologist that would love to disco with dinos? Then Long and Tall Color Dancing Dinosaurs is the perfect puzzle for you! This puzzle is excellent for both boys and girls ages 3 and up.

• KEY FEATURES - This vibrantly illustrated 51-piece jumbo puzzle is the perfect gift for both BOYS and GIRLS ages 3 and up. Designed to teach colors, introduce problem-solving, and encourage early language and learning skills, this dinosaur-themed puzzle makes it fun to learn through play! THE SPECS: 51 jumbo puzzle pieces made of thick, durable cardboard construction. Completed puzzle measures 60” x 13.5.”
• EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS – Builds tactile, motor, thinking, and learning skills. Introduces color, shape, and object recognition. Builds confidence and boosts self-esteem by providing a sense of achievement. Introduces children to the world around them.
• SUPPORTS DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS – Exercises FINE MOTOR SKILLS and HAND-EYE COORDINATION by encouraging your child to put the correct puzzle pieces together. Strengthens COGNITIVE abilities by inspiring your child to focus and problem-solve. Fosters visual and tactile SENSORY play. Tests spatial awareness and creates an opportunity for SOCIAL skill development through play.
• SAFETY - All Learning Journey products are regularly safety tested and in compliance with all domestic and international toy safety regulations.
• AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS – Fun fact: The Learning Journey has an extensive line of Award-Winning Educational Toys that have been tested by the most important panel of judges kids!

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The Jumbo Puzzle series are large floor puzzles that introduce children to basic concepts in a fun way. Each Jumbo Puzzle features very bright and colorful illustrations that encourage parent-child discussion about the pictured objects. Each Jumbo Puzzle has 50 puzzle pieces and measures 3ftx2ft ! Ages 3+ years

• Explore the alphabet – this puzzle is a fantastic introduction to the alphabet for little learners. Each brightly colored letter is illustrated by an image beginning with the letter. This means that the child not only learns to identify and recognize the letters, they also get an introduction to letter sounds.
• Increase concentration & focus – the puzzle encourages the child to build up concentration as they work to complete the whole alphabet and discover each new illustration. Jigsaw puzzles are a great way to improve a child’s ability to focus on a task to completion.
• Develop problem-solving skills – working out which piece goes where is a wonderful way to develop problem-solving skills. Using trial and Error, with the pictures to guide them, children will work out new techniques for solving the puzzle. These problem-solving skills will help them as they undertake other tasks.
• Boost self-esteem & confidence – completing a puzzle, either together with an adult or independently, gives a child a sense of achievement that provides them with a healthy boost to their self-esteem. Learning new skills is a great way to increase a child’s sense of self-esteem.
• Improve motor skills/hand-eye coordination – putting the puzzle together is a good physical challenge for children, boosting their developing motor skills and improving their hand-eye coordination; two transferable skills that will help them in many areas of their education.

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Count down to learning with our new long & tall puzzle series. The 123 rocket ship puzzle features numbers and as you build the rocket you will find objects to Count that correspond to the numbers they are near. This jumbo puzzle has 51 pieces and measures 5 feet tall! ages 3+ years.

• Learn counting skills- This rocket ship is a super-fun way to learn how to count, as the rocket becomes larger, the child encounters more numbers, teaching them the correct order for the numbers in a fun way
• Number recognition- Children can learn how to recognize numbers and how they relate to each other with this fun rocket ship themed puzzle
• Learning how to quickly recognize the different numbers and differentiate between them is a key skill in early years learning
• Boost confidence- The size of the puzzle makes it a huge achievement for any child, and this provides a healthy boost of confidence and self-esteem that helps motivate them to take on new and challenging tasks

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Kids Will “Inch” Their Way Through Learning The Alphabet With This Fun ABC Caterpillar Puzzle. Measuring 5 Feet Long This Colorful Caterpillar Features Letters And Objects With The Same Beginning Sound. With 51 Pieces This Jumbo Puzzle Will Keep Your Little Ones Engaged For Hours.

• Learn the alphabet – This Caterpillar is a fun way to learn the alphabet; as the Caterpillar grows, the child adds more letters, teaching them the correct order for the letters in a fun way.
• Letter recognition – Children can learn both upper and lower-case letters and how they relate to each other with the fun Caterpillar themed puzzle. Learning how to quickly recognize the different letters and differentiate between them is a key skill in early years learning.
• DEVELOP PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS – Working out which piece goes where is a wonderful way to develop problem-solving skills. Using trial and error, with the pictures to guide them, children will work out new techniques for solving the puzzle. These problem-solving skills will help them as they undertake other tasks.
• BOOST SELF-ESTEEM & CONFIDENCE – Completing a puzzle, either together with an adult or independently, gives a child a sense of achievement that provides them with a healthy boost to their self-esteem. Learning new skills is a great way to increase a child’s sense of self-esteem.
• IMPROVE MOTOR SKILLS/HAND-EYE COORDINATION – Putting the puzzle together is a good physical challenge for children, boosting their developing motor skills and improving their hand-eye coordination; two transferable skills that will help them in many areas of their education.

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Kids will swing their way through learning about size and space with this amazing Big to Small Animals puzzle. Measuring 5 feet tall, this colorfully crafted puzzle features an elephant, a rhinoceros, a zebra, a lion, a monkey, and many more exciting animals! The 51 jumbo puzzle pieces will keep your little learner entertained for hours. The animated animal theme will provide an interactive and engaging experience as your preschooler builds and discovers each jungle creature. Swing your way into learning fun with this lively 5-foot Long and Tall puzzle! Do you want to monkey around while also strengthening your child’s developmental skills? Looking for a SAFE preschool toy that is fun and educational? Do you have a little explorer that would love to go on an awesome animal adventure? Then Long and Tall Big to Small Animals is the perfect puzzle for you! This puzzle is excellent for both boys and girls ages 3 and up.

• KEY FEATURES - This vibrantly illustrated 51-piece jumbo puzzle is the perfect gift for both BOYS and GIRLS ages 3 and up. Designed to strengthen problem-solving and encourage early language and learning skills, this safari animal-themed puzzle makes it fun to learn through play! THE SPECS: 51 jumbo puzzle pieces made of thick, durable cardboard construction. Completed puzzle measures 60” x 13.5.”
• EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS – Builds tactile, motor, thinking, and learning skills. Strengthens color, shape, and object recognition. Builds confidence and boosts self-esteem by providing a sense of achievement. Familiarizes children to the world around them
• SUPPORTS DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS – Exercises FINE MOTOR SKILLS and HAND-EYE COORDINATION by encouraging your child to put the correct puzzle pieces together. Strengthens COGNITIVE abilities by inspiring your child to focus and problem-solve. Fosters visual and tactile SENSORY play. Tests spatial awareness and creates an opportunity for SOCIAL skill development through play
• SAFETY - All Learning Journey products are regularly safety tested and in compliance with all domestic and international toy safety regulations
• AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS – Fun fact: The Learning Journey has an extensive line of Award-Winning Educational Toys that have been tested by the most important panel of judges kids!

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Two colorful cargo train puzzles: one teaching colors and one teaching shapes. Each Giant Puzzle features very bright and colorful illustrations that encourage parent-child discussion about the pictured objects. Each Giant Puzzle has 30 puzzle pieces (60 pieces total) and each puzzle measures 5-foot long (10-feet total)! Ages 3+ years

• EXPLORE COLORS– One giant train puzzle aims to help your child learn about colors; each train carriage introduces a new color, helping your child to learn to recognize and differentiate between colors with a range of bright illustrations.
• EXPLORE SHAPES - The second puzzle teaches about shapes, helping your child to develop early mathematical concepts such as shape recognition. Each shape is illustrated beautifully with fun animal characters.
• ENCOURAGE FOCUS & PERSEVERANCE – The giant train puzzles are shaped in such a way as to motivate the child to persevere and focus until the task is complete. By adding carriages to the end of the train, the child's excitement and enthusiasm build up as they progress – each puzzle is an incredible 5 foot long!
• PROMOTE CONVERSATIONAL SKILLS – The fun themes are designed to get your child talking – chat about the animal characters, where the train might be going and enjoy the images together to encourage better conversational and socialization skills.
• BOOST CONFIDENCE – These giant puzzles are a great way to build confidence and boost self-esteem; by adding one piece at a time to the end of the long puzzles, the child can create a masterpiece of fantastically fun imagery; a huge achievement for any child!

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Introduce children to basic programming and coding with these fun, light up, infrared remote control playmates. In mode one, use the coding card deck and color grid map to challenge your child to find the right path to a destination by entering directional instructions into the remote control. Hit go and they will know they got to the right place when the cockpit of the ship lights up the color of the mat square they land on. If it matches the card they are correct! mode two allows your child to “drive” the remote control playmate around for free wheeling fun. A great tool for learning sequencing, directions, problem solving and logic. These products ALIGN with the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) standards. Requires three AA batteries (included) and two AAA batteries (not included). ages 5+ years.

• Introduce basic programming – Children use the coding card deck and the colored grid to program the fun remote-control space ship to reach the correct destination. This STEM toy encourages the development of programming skills, providing a basic foundation for the more complex computer skills they will learn later
• Learn about directions – Guiding the space ship teaches children about directions and helps them develop their understanding of how to give and follow instructions
• Boost spatial awareness – Children can also move the spaceship, and its friendly Alien passenger, freely using the remote control. This boosts their sense of spatial awareness while having fun
• Encourage problem-solving skills – Working out the correct route to the destination and choosing how to program the space ship to get there makes use of your child’s developing problem-solving skills
• Boost self-confidence – Learning new skills and using them to achieve a tangible outcome is a fantastic way of boosting a child’s self-confidence. Games that make learning fun take away any of the worry or doubts that can make it difficult for children to approach a new area of development

User questions & answers

Question:	How do you smooth the folding wrinkles in the plastic mat enough for the ladybug to move correctly
Answer:	Yes, you can decorate this cabinet according to your liking.
Question:	How big is the mat
Answer:	Outside dimension is 29 x 35.
Question:	The suggested age range is odd. Can someone please clarify
Answer:	The frame is 29" wide and 35" tall. The mirror is 22" wide and 28" tall.
Question:	The suggested age range is odd. Can someone please clarify
Answer:	One inch deep frame.

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 Ahoy Mates! Batten down the hatches and get ready for a two-in-one puzzle learning voyage! This colorfully crafted 100-piece glow in the dark pirate ship puzzle is perfect for preschool pretend play. During the day, the puzzle displays a playful pirate scene. At night, the puzzle has a ghoulish pirate glow as the scene changes when over 30% of the puzzle glows in the dark. Make learning fun by inspiring your child’s imagination and encouraging pretend play with this classic pirate themed big floor puzzle! On a quest to ignite little imaginations? Looking for a SAFE preschool toy that is fun and educational?!? Is your first mate on the hunt for buried treasure?! Then Puzzle Doubles Glow in the Dark Pirate Ship is perfect for you! Excellent for both boys and girls ages 3 and up.

• Key features - This uniquely illustrated 100-piece glow in the dark puzzle is perfect for preschool pretend play and is a great gift for both boys and girls ages 3 and up. Designed to strengthen problem-solving and encourage early language and learning skills, This pirate themed puzzle makes it fun to learn through play. Double the puzzle fun as the scene changes When over 30% of the puzzle glows in the dark! The specs: 100 glow in the dark puzzle pieces made of thick, durable cardboard construction. Completed puzzle measures 36” x 24”.
• Educational benefits – builds tactile, motor, thinking and learning skills. Strengthens color, shape and object recognition. Builds confidence and boosts self-esteem by providing a sense of achievement. Familiarizes children to the world around them.
• Supports developmental skills – exercises fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination by requiring your child to fit the correct puzzle pieces together. Strengthens cognitive abilities by encouraging your child to focus and problem-solve. Fosters visual and tactile sensory play. Creates a social LEARNING environment.
• Safety - all learning journey products are regularly safety tested and in compliance with all domestic and international toy safety regulations.
• Award-winning products – fun fact: The Learning Journey has an extensive line of award-winning educational toys that have been tested by the most important panel of judges kids!

User questions & answers

Question:	How big are the pieces
Answer:	left
Question:	Will this puzzle be too easy for a 6 year old
Answer:	Hello, Thank you for your interest in our RiverRidge® Home products. The State of California requires this warning label on all products containing MDF material. However, the mill that produces the MDF material for this item has been certified by a 3rd party testing company as compliant with California 93120 Phase 2 and Title VI of the Toxic Substances Control Act formaldehyde regulations. Please be assured that we have taken all required steps to ensure this and other RiverRidge® Home products are safe for use in any room in your home. Thanks Sam
Question:	how big are the pieces
Answer:	Yes, it can be painted.
Question:	Will this puzzle be too easy for a 6 year old?I want to get one for my nephew for his 6th birthday
Answer:	The top of the unit actually measures 26 1/2 inches

Product description

With so much to see, touch, and learn, it’s no wonder this puzzle is award-winning with stellar reviews! Easy to lift puzzle pieces consist of crayon shapes to teach colors and geometric shapes to develop shape recognition. Under the puzzle pieces you will find the shape names and colors in lined text that supports upper and lowercase handwriting skills. All the pieces fit neatly in a tray for puzzle solving fun and tidy storage! Measures 15” long x .4” wide x 11” high. Ages 3+ years.

From the Manufacturer

This fun and colorful tray puzzle features colors and shapes and will encourage children to develop color and shape recognition skills. Lined text under each piece teaches handwriting skills. Pictures are also printed under the pieces to guide younger children. Each puzzle measures 15" x 11". Ages 3+ years.

• KEY FEATURES – The Lift & Learn – Colors & Shapes consists of 16 pieces to teach colors and shapes and spelling. Brightly colored objects make it interesting for little ones to find homes for each puzzle piece and the raised textures make it easy to grab for little hands. Measures 36” long x .10” wide x 24” high, weighs 1.72 lbs.
• EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS – Promotes creativity, tactile and motor development, and thinking and learning.
• SUPPORTS DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS – Improves FINE MOTOR SKILLS and hand-eye coordination. Builds CONFIDENCE and boosts SELF-ESTEEM by providing a sense of achievement. Helps develop PROBLEM-SOLVING abilities by encouraging your child to concentrate. INSPIRES creativity and reinforces word recognition.
• SAFETY - All Learning Journey products are regularly safety tested and in compliance with all domestic and international toy safety regulations.
• AWARD WINNING PRODUCTS – The Lift & Learn – Colors & Shapes is a Creative Child Magazine Puzzle of the Year Award winner. Fun fact: The Learning Journey has an extensive line of Award-Winning Educational Toys that have been tested by the most important panel of judges kids!
• Raised pieces for easy lifting
• Handwriting lined text under pieces

User questions & answers

Question:	Are there pictures to show where the pieces fit
Answer:	Not sure it was a gift for grandchild.
Question:	Are the pieces three dimensional
Answer:	This product includes an 8-pc ABC puzzle, 6-pc Letter C puzzle, 4-pc Letter B puzzle, and a 2-pc Letter A Puzzle. There are no puzzles which include all alphabet letters.
Question:	Is this bpa free
Answer:	The Learning Journey's My First Puzzle Set 4-In-A-Box Puzzle - Farm is made 100% of paper.
Question:	Does the crayons come out to
Answer:	I cannot speak for the Melissa & Doug puzzles, however The Learning Journey's My First Puzzle series are recommended for 2+ years due to our stringent testing criteria. These puzzles are considered progression puzzles starting with a 2pc puzzle, then a 4pc puzzle, then a 6pc puzzle, and finally an 8pc puzzle (a compilation of all the puzzle imagery). As a result of this progression, the child will increase their confidence in assembling these puzzles. In addition, each puzzle is labeled on the back of the puzzle piece; the 2pc puzzle pieces are labeled with a 2, the 4pc puzzle pieces are labeled with a 4, etc. The Learning Journey's My First Puzzle series are great "starter" puzzles!

Product features

Lift & Learn Colors and Shapes, Tray Puzzle

This fun and colorful tray puzzle features colors and shapes and will encourage children to develop color and shape recognition skills. Lined text under each piece teaches handwriting skills. Pictures are also printed under the pieces to guide younger children. Each puzzle measures 15” x 11”. Ages 3+ years.

Simply stated, one learns by doing...

If you are looking for toys that both entertain AND help your children learn, then The Learning Journey is for you. The Learning Journey has spent the past 23 years designing and developing toys that are so much fun that kids won’t even realize they are learning. Not only do their exclusive line of award-winning interactive toys promote learning, they also encourage confidence as they enhance a child's potential. Check out all the great products from The Learning Journey right here at Amazon.

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This colorful set of three-letter and four-letter puzzle cards provides children with an introduction to spelling.They can learn to spell by associating the object with the word and correctly assembling the puzzle pieces. The puzzles are self-correcting - only cards with the correct sequence will fit together. Match It! Spelling is a fun and easy way to learn this necessary skill.

From the Manufacturer

The Match It series features a wide range of award-winning educational titles. Each product in the series features a set of self-correcting puzzle pairs that introduce children to a specific educational topic or skill. The brightly illustrated puzzle cards engage children in the learning process in an entertaining way. Match It Spelling includes 10 three piece and 10 four piece self-correcting puzzle sets. Ages 4+ years.

• BUILD ON EARLY READING SKILLS – The Match It! Spelling collection of puzzles teach a range of early reading skills including letter recognition, word formation and spelling. By putting the cards together to form a word, the child gains important understanding of the mechanics of reading, all aided by the pictures which provide a clue to the word being formed.
• ENCOURAGE CONFIDENCE IN LITERACY – The puzzles contain both three- and four-letter words. Learning to read can be a daunting process, but self-correcting puzzles, where the pieces will only fit if they are correct, can provide a boost of confidence. This can help any child to feel more positive and confident when approaching literacy tasks.
• INTRODUCE KEY PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS – These puzzles are an ideal way to help your child develop basic understanding of how to solve simple problems, developing important skills that will help them as they progress on to more difficult tasks.
• IMPROVE MOTOR SKILLS: Thick, durable cardboard construction makes products easy to grasp and use, and also a great way of improving hand-eye coordination and encouraging the development of essential motor skills.
• INCREASE ATTENTION SPAN & FOCUS – Working towards creating each word provides plenty of motivation and this helps your child develop their concentration skills, teaching them the importance of focusing on the task to completion.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it have words up to letter 'z
Answer:	There are no words for the letter 'z', unfortunately.
Question:	which one is the best for a 2.5 year old? ABC's or Spelling
Answer:	I think for 2.5 year old spelling would be more fun(more puzzles in regards to subject, more intuitive in putting illustrations together). I think at this age this learning tool is more useful for problem solving skills development, not as much for spelling...but in the near future can also be used for spelling skills development
Question:	What is the size of each card
Answer:	When built the word is about 2 1/2 by 5 inches. Puzzles have from 2 to 4 pieces each. They are a nice size for little hands. Easy to pick up. They are a thick cardboard with a shiny surface. Should last well. The words and illustrations are ones children would be interested in. I like them.
Question:	What are the 20 words spelled out by the puzzles
Answer:	Cake, fox, cow, cat, dog, pie, key, boat, bird, tree. (that's all i can remember off the top of my head). My son and I put these together every night. He loves them.

Product features

Match It! Spelling Game

This colorful set of three-letter and four-letter puzzle cards provides children with an introduction to spelling. They can learn to spell by associating the object with the word and correctly assembling the puzzle pieces. The puzzles are self-correcting — only cards with the correct sequence will fit together. Match It! Spelling is a fun and easy way to learn this necessary skill. The Match It! series feature self-correcting puzzle cards in a wide range of titles that introduce children to specific educational topics and skills that engage children in the learning process in a very fun and entertaining way.

3 and 4 Letter Card Sets

Includes 10 self-correcting three letter card sets and 10 self-correcting four letter card sets.

Self-Correcting

The puzzles are self-correcting! Only cards with the correct sequence will fit together.

Problem Solving

Develop problem solving skills that build on their memory, comprehension, language, math and science skills.

Language, Thinking & Learning

Build and enhance important social skills such as communicating, sharing, waiting and taking turns.

The Learning Journey conducted extensive research of worldwide curriculum to determine the specific skills children need to develop during the various stages of their early lives. Extensive investigation revealed that the hundreds of specific skills identified fell into one or more defined categories. These categories were further developed and today make up The Learning Journey Skill Sets list. Look for these Skill Set icons on the back of The Learning Journey’s products.

Award Winning

Fun, interactive and award winning!

Match It! Spelling is recognized by Dr. Toy's Best Classic and National Parenting Product Awards!

About The Learning Journey International

If you are looking for toys that both entertain AND help your children learn, then The Learning Journey is for you. The Learning Journey has spent the past 25 years designing and developing toys that are so much fun that kids won’t even realize they are learning. Not only do their exclusive line of interactive toys promote learning, they also encourage confidence as they enhance a child's potential. Check out all the great products from The Learning Journey right here at Amazon.