Melissa & Doug Shapes Wooden Chunky Puzzle (8 pcs) Color Matching Shape Sorter Toys for Toddlers Ages 2+ - FSC Certified

I have been searching for good puzzles for toddlers. I am a developmental specialist and work with infants and toddlers with special needs. I look for easy puzzles that have pieces that are easy for toddlers to pick up. I have always loved Melissa & Doug puzzles because they are always so well made and typically very age appropriate. I need puzzles that are sturdy and hold up well. I toss them in bags and in my trunk so they have to be able to take a good beating. Finding a simple shape puzzle that little toddlers hands can handle is not always the easiest. One of the assessment instruments I use, asks about toddlers being able to put shapes in puzzles. I am so excited to have found this one. It really seems to be a hit with kids. I really like this shape puzzle and have been recommending it to parents. Here are the things that I really like about this puzzle and using it for toddlers: - The puzzle has bright colors. This is great when using with young children to keep their attention. - When you take the puzzle piece out, the picture underneath is the same color as the shape piece. - The pieces are thick chunky pieces so even though it doesn't have the little knobs on top, small, uncoordinated hands can get them in and out. - The entire puzzle piece is painted so that there is not any raw wood showing. I have been using this a ton and the kids really seem to love it. I love that some of the shapes are super easy to get in, like the circle, so that children with a lot of difficulty with puzzles can feel like they are successful.

Well made, colorful. Offers learning about shapes, colors and names of the shapes. I bought this to engage with my mom in memory care and it's a keeper. Several other puzzles from Melissa + Doug have been really good for us.

Bought this for my toddler after she struggled with other shape focused toys. I wanted something that had an image to match the puzzle piece because it makes it easier for her and this was perfect! She was much more interactive with it and didn’t get frustrated which made it easier to teach her the names of the different shapes. The pieces are nice and chunky for her hands to handle. I also like the simple terms for the shapes as I felt others had too complex shape names.

Great puzzle! It's so colorful my kids loves it. Easy to grip, the shapes are thick and sturdy, my kid drops the shapes and they don't scratch or dent, the colors don't fade or chip. Great quality product. Perfect for toddlers

The chunky puzzles are absolutely amazing! They have held up well too my toddler and it's great for teaching fine motor skills.

Good quality. Toddle loves it

My 16 month loves this puzzle. Shapes are lightweight but the board is little weighty for 1-2yr old. I wish the colors were prettier too.

We purchased these puzzles for Christmas. My son, 13m, loves learning about the shapes and what “fits” and does not “fit”. He grasped the circle quickly. The price is great. The design is simple and the colors make it fun for kids. My son is always banging on these blocks to make “music” so I’d say they hold up well.

Muy lindos y bien hechos y muy divertidos

Amazing quality and size.

love it, the right size for toddlers

Very good quality.

Me agrado bastante el material. Creí que mi hija de 1 año 7 meses no estaría muy interesada. Pero le encantó desde el primer momento.