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Mix & Match 12 Piece Puzzle by P'KOLINO
Mix & Match 12 Piece Puzzle by P'KOLINO

These playfully smart, multi-feature puzzles offer more than a standard shape puzzle. With surprise pictures under the pieces and pieces that can be mixed and matched, these playful puzzles fine-tune motor skills, entertain children longer and challenge creativity. 11/17/2011 (Price: $16.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tridio Twist by FAT BRAIN TOY CO.
Tridio Twist by FAT BRAIN TOY CO.

A cleverly cunning cubical conundrum. Individual cubes attached by twisting, turning joints. Flexible tetris-shapes are satisfying to flip and spin. Attempt to recreate the cubical configurations of emerald, ivory & black shown in the Tridio Puzzle Book. Scan the two-dimensional designs pictured, and set kids' minds & hands in motion. Modify the three tetris-shapes. Consider the color placement. Stack the Tetris pieces. Bring images to life in three-dimensional structures. 48 visual challenge puzzles. 11/17/2011 (Price: $19.95)

Pattern Blocks by PLANTOYS
Pattern Blocks by PLANTOYS

This set of 9 pattern blocks can be twisted and turned in different shapes based on the guide provided.  Shapes can also be open-ended and based on the child's imagination. Start from Basic (4 blocks), Intermediate (6 blocks), to Advanced (9 blocks). 11/17/2011 (Price: $27.99)

Emergency Vehicles Light and Sound Puzzle by MELISSA & DOUG
Emergency Vehicles Light and Sound Puzzle by MELISSA & DOUG

Place the last puzzle piece into the emergency vehicle to see the lights flash and hear the sirens. This 9-piece wooden peg puzzle features three 3-piece emergency vehicles, with a full-color, matching picture under each piece. 10/17/2011 (Price: $12.99)

Ladybugs Scramble Squares® by b. dazzle, inc.
Ladybugs Scramble Squares® by b. dazzle, inc.

Scramble Squares® are nine-piece puzzles that feature original art and only one solution. They're designed for everyone from age 4 to 104.

Ladybugs are small oval or round beetles whose scientific name is “Coccinellidae” They are known as “ladybirds” in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, Pakistan, South Africa, New Zealand, India, Malta and in some parts of Canada and the United States. “Ladybirds” are known as “ladybugs” elsewherre throughout North America. Scientists increasingly prefer the names “ladybird beetles” or “lady beetles,” because these insects are not true bugs. Lesser-used names for these insects include “ladyclock,” “lady cow” and “lady fly.”
Awards: Dr. Toy's Best Picks Children's Products for 2011.

 10/5/2011 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spuzzle by GameBrotherZ inc.
Spuzzle by GameBrotherZ inc.

Spuzzle is a fun-filled race to see who can finish their puzzles first. Designed for children, this game will challenges kids to finish their five puzzles first. Includes 5 sets of 20 puzzle pieces (blue, yellow, purple and red), 1 game board, 28 Spuzzle cards, and Instructions.
Awards: PTPA Seal of Approval, Creative Child Magazine Preferred Choice Award, National Parenting Center Seal of Approval. 9/26/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

3-D Building Sets - Empire State Building by RAVENSBURGER
3-D Building Sets - Empire State Building by RAVENSBURGER

An extension of Ravensburger's popular puzzleball line, each of these buildings feature flat and hinged precision-cut pieces that snap together perfectly, and stand up to 15” high when completed. Other sets include Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower, and a New England lighthouse. 9/26/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Numbers 24 Piece Children's Puzzleball® by RAVENSBURGER
Numbers 24 Piece Children's Puzzleball® by RAVENSBURGER

This puzzleball from Ravensburger is designed especially for pre-school kids. Extra large plastic pieces support 3D comprehension and fine motor skills. The 24 piece puzzleball comes with an assembly aide for the little puzzle beginners. 24 curved plastic pieces fit together to form a perfectly smooth surface. No glue required. The finished puzzleball is a "picture-perfect" decoration for every kids room. Colorful and age-appropriate puzzle fun for children from 4 to 6 years. Each puzzle piece is numbered on the back so kids can puzzle by the image or by number – their pick.
— In a July 2013 survey, five out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Ravensburger was their best-selling puzzle brand. 9/26/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kids' Puzzle of the USA by A BROADER VIEW
Kids' Puzzle of the USA by A BROADER VIEW

55 piece Jigsaw puzzle. Pieces shaped like the states. Complete children's geography lesson of the USA. Fun for the whole family. 9/16/2011 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The USA Puzzle by A BROADER VIEW

This 500 Piece Puzzle of the USA is actually shaped like the United States of America. The groups of pieces are shaped like the individual States. Alaska and Hawaii are their own separate puzzles. Each state is overlaid with it's own flag. The entire familiy can be entertained while learning a complete geographic lesson of the USA. 9/16/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Global Puzzle by A BROADER VIEW
The Global Puzzle	 by A BROADER VIEW

Since the pieces are actually shaped like the Countries of the World, you can't complete this 600-piece puzzle without figuring out where every Country is located. No other puzzle comes with such a superb geography lesson! 600 pieces. 9/16/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hexacus by POPULAR PLAYTHINGS
Hexacus by POPULAR PLAYTHINGS

HEXACUS is an exploration in creativity and fun for the entire family. Just sort by size and color, then stack, nest, and balance to create a wide variety of patterns and shapes. Our Idea Booklet shows over 100 examples of easy to challenging patterns and shapes to build.  Ages: 2+  CONTENTS: 12 Hexagonal Pieces – 3 Red, 3 Orange, 2 Yellow, 2 Green, 1 Light Blue, 1 Dark Blue, Idea Booklet. "Due to it's unique and geometrically accurate shape, children are able to nest and stack HEXACUS pieces in a wide variety of ways using horizontal, vertical and diagonal planes," Jason Cheung, general manager of Huntar Company, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2012. 9/8/2011 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ZAFARI Animal Alphabet Puzzle by SMART PLAY LLC
ZAFARI Animal Alphabet Puzzle by SMART PLAY LLC

Zafari is a puzzle game that teaches the alphabet and animal names in English & Spanish. 27 Brightly colored puzzle cards have unique die-cut openings to help children complete the puzzle and identify beginning sounds in English & Spanish. On the other side of the card, it has a realistic photo of the animal and its name in English/Spanish.  Sturdy puzzle cards are self correcting and easy for a child to play with. Launch date: July 2011.
Awards: 2011 Creative Child Puzzle of the Year. 9/8/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Skeleton Foam Floor Puzzle by LEARNING RESOURCES INC.
Skeleton Foam Floor Puzzle by LEARNING RESOURCES INC.

Encourages kids to explore the human body by piecing together a life-size puzzle. Invites children to make comparisons to their own bodies as they lie on top of the completed puzzle. Features 15 illustrated pieces with both formal and common bone names printed on the reverse side. Provides a fun activity for spooky-themed parties. Soft foam puzzle measures 4'H when assembled. 9/7/2011 (Price: $26.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Peg Puzzle Assortment by POOF-SLINKY INC.
Peg Puzzle Assortment by POOF-SLINKY INC.

Extra large pegs to make it easy to handle for small hands. Match up the print of the animal skin underneath. Includes 5 precision cut pieces. 2 different puzzles in the assortment. Ideal brand solid wood puzzle. Detailed, European Hand-crafted designs. Heirloom quality. Launch date: 2010. 9/2/2011 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Solid Wood Matching Puzzle by POOF-SLINKY INC.
Solid Wood Matching Puzzle by POOF-SLINKY INC.

Three variations of the Matching Puzzle teach 3 different skills:  recognizing colors, matching shapes and learning to count to 10. Launch date: 2010. 9/2/2011 (Price: $16.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ideal Solid Wood Memory Animal Puzzle by POOF-SLINKY INC.
Ideal Solid Wood Memory Animal Puzzle by POOF-SLINKY INC.

Memory Animal Puzzle. Find the correct "coat" for each animal. Each includes 12 animals and 24 all -wood pieces. Heirloom quality, solid wood puzzles with detailed, European hand-crafted designs. Precision cut pieces make for a perfect fit. Launch date: 2010. 9/2/2011 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Geoform Wooden Magnets by HOTALING IMPORTS
Geoform Wooden Magnets by HOTALING IMPORTS

Kids can create shapes, animals, and people with the 42 geometric shapes included in this set. The set includes 24 idea cards. The wooden storage case with metal closure doubles as a playing surface for the pieces. 9/1/2011 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gift Card Maze by MAG--NIF INC
Gift Card Maze by MAG--NIF INC

Remove the cover and place gift card inside, remove the tab, and it's ready to give. It's a great way to give an any occasion gift. More than just a puzzle, this item makes gift giving fun. It's also fun for the person giving the gift get to see the recipient have to solve the maze first in order to receive the gift. Launch date: April 2009. 8/29/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Movie Maze Gift Holder by MAG--NIF INC
The Movie Maze Gift Holder by MAG--NIF INC

The Movie Maze Gift Holder is a great combination of a gift box, and challenging puzzle. The Movie Maze is the perfect gift for teasing that difficult to buy for person. Holds 2 DVD's, or 3 CD's, or 2 Video Games inside. Books, Video Tapes and more can be placed inside The Movie Maze. "Made in the U.S.A., An innovative idea to make gift-giving fun. Great way to give a holiday or birthday gift. More than just a puzzle-this item makes gift-giving fun," Ken Tinner, VP sales & marketing at Mag-Nif, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2008. 8/29/2011 (Price: $15) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Money Maze Gift Holder by MAG--NIF INC
Money Maze Gift Holder by MAG--NIF INC

The Money Maze is a great combination of a gift box, challenging puzzle and intriguing bank. Place cash, checks, gift cards, lottery tickets, jewelry and more inside the Money Maze. Lock the door and watch as the recipient is forced to solve the puzzle in order to access their gift. "Our products are made in the U.S.A.. The Money Maze is more than a puzzle, and it makes gift giving fun. They are great for holiday gift giving," Ken Tinner, VP of sales and marketing at Mag-Nif, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2003. 8/29/2011 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Macaw Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle by LIBERTY PUZZLES
Macaw Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle by LIBERTY PUZZLES

Liberty Puzzles makes classic wooden jigsaw puzzles made with quarter-inch plywood and the finest archival paper and pigment inks for brilliant, lasting color. "Each puzzle features dozens of charming, intricate figural ("whimsy") pieces in the shapes of characters, animals, and fancy geometric shapes," Christopher Wirth, manager of Liberty Puzzles, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2011. 8/29/2011 (Price: $85.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Smooth Operator - 2011 Edition in Tavern Puzzle Collection by TUCKER-JONES HOUSE INC.
Smooth Operator - 2011 Edition in Tavern Puzzle Collection by TUCKER-JONES HOUSE INC.

Tavern Puzzles are reproductions of a type of puzzle traditionally forged by blacksmiths to amuse their friends at country taverns and inns. Our collection incorporates traditional designs, as well as original works. All puzzles are hand-crafted and individually assembled. Each puzzle is mechanical in nature: the object is to remove one piece. Neither force nor tricks are needed; old-fashioned problem solving will do it. 100% handcrafted in USA. Launch date: February 2011. 8/29/2011 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mister Men and Little Miss Jigsaw Puzzle by NEW YORK PUZZLE COMPANY LLC
Mister Men and Little Miss Jigsaw Puzzle by NEW YORK PUZZLE COMPANY LLC

Mr. Happy, Mr. Strong, Miss Chatterbox...piece together all of your favorite characters from Roger Hargreaves' series of Mr. Men and Little Miss books.  Launched in 1971 after the creator's son asked him what a "tickle" looked like, the Mr. Men and Little Miss books have continued to remain an integral part of every child's introduction to reading. Launch date: March 2011. 8/12/2011 (Price: $15.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Garfield Comic Strip Jigsaw Puzzle by NEW YORK PUZZLE COMPANY LLC
Garfield Comic Strip Jigsaw Puzzle by NEW YORK PUZZLE COMPANY LLC

Enjoy the exploits of this fat, lazy and lovable cat by piecing together over 70 Garfield comic strips, each a hand-picked favorite chosen by Garfield creator, Jim Davis.  Originally launched in 1978 and still having 200 million daily readers today, Garfield is the most widely syndicated comic strip in the world, making this 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle a great hit with teens and adults alike. Launch date: March 2011. 8/12/2011 (Price: $16.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

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