Different Kinds Of Wooden Puzzle Game

By Eula Nichols


A large number of toys for children make all kinds of electronic noises and light up, but sometimes the tried and trusted favorites are best. Simple toys provide a brain workout without necessarily providing an overload of stimulation. Toys made of natural substances will not be full of toxic chemicals. A wooden puzzle game may be found that is suitable for a child of any age. A description of some of the most common types of toy follows.

A timeless puzzle, which involves fitting jigsaw pieces together so that they recreate a specific image, can easily take up hours of time. Puzzles for young kids are not as involved. A design might feature a wooden slab out of which shapes have been cut. To solve the challenge, the right shape must simply be slotted into the right groove in the slab. This is good to give to a toddler, as it assists in improving hand-eye coordination and keeps the brain active.

Although a standard puzzle is 2D, creative toy manufacturers also produce sculptural 3D designs that are not only fun but beautiful to look at as well. A toy shaped to resemble an animal might be pieced together to create a whole-looking object. Since these toys are more complicated, they are best given to older boys and girls.

Plain wood is a wise material to choose for children's toys, not only because it withstands wear and tear well but also because it makes less of a negative impact on the environment. Many parents who are concerned about what the production of plastic does to the environment choose toys made of wood because of environmental qualms about plastics.

While the simplest puzzles are suited to young children and toddlers who are not yet able to solve more complex tasks, older kids are able to enjoy more advanced toys. A game in which pieces have to be removed one by one from a tower of blocks, and stacked on top without the structure crashing down, provides an adrenalin rush. Games like this are good for improving patience as well as strategic focus. The suitability of these toys for group play is an added plus.

Some wooden puzzles use the format of old games that have long been providing enjoyment for children. The toy called 'Jacob's ladder' is one example. This toy comprises a series of blocks that are interconnected using lengths of ribbon. When the top hinge or block is swung down to touch the block beneath it, the illusion of the second block tumbling down the row to the bottom of the series is created.

Another classic game sometimes made of wood that requires mental agility is The Tower of Hanoi. The person solving the puzzle has to move 8 discs stacked on a wooden pole in the order of largest to smallest across two other poles, by moving one disc at a time. Discs may be stacked on one another only if the bottom one is larger, and the aim is to recreate the first tower on the furthest pole (there are three poles).

These are just some of the options to consider when looking for a natural wooden puzzle game that stimulates the mind and develops important skills and abilities. When buying a toy, remember to choose one that is age-appropriate for your child.




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