Cognitive Development

A parent’s guide to helping kids build skills one piece at a time Puzzles are one of the simplest toys you can bring into your home, and one of the most versatile. They give children repeated chances to practise problem-solving, attention, fine motor control, spatial awareness, and patience—and a good puzzle can stay in use…

A parent-friendly guide to big puzzles that make the world easier to picture Floor puzzles are a hands-on way to introduce maps. A child sees a giant picture taking shape on the rug, while also practicing spatial reasoning, concentration and fine motor skills. When the picture is a map, the puzzle also invites questions about…