PUZZLES
Puzzle learning centre
In the puzzle centre children are given the opportunity to think, learn from their mistakes and develop problem solving skills. They gain self-confidence, pride and accomplishment in completing a puzzle. Different themes, skills and concepts are learned and used such as colours, shapes and alphabet puzzle, which assist with the understanding and recognition of important literacy and numeracy concepts.
Puzzles develop
- Hand and eye coordination
- Encourages development of social and language skills as children can work together or on their own
- Development of memory and concentration
- Problem solving skills and spatial awareness
- Self-confidence and a sense of pride and achievement
- Introduction of different themed puzzles such as multicultural, transport, animals and so on.
- Understanding and recognition of literacy and numeracy concepts
