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Weather Symbol Puzzle - 6 Pieces

Item Code: QGP255

MTA Teachers Resource Catalogue Page: 558

$52.84 (inc. GST)
$45.95 (ex. GST)
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Crafted from durable rubberwood, the captivating Weather Symbol Puzzle invites young explorers to discover the magic of meteorology through play. With six distinct pieces-sun, moon, star, cloud, lightning and rainbow-this is more than a game; it's an educational tool that sparks curiosity about the elements. As children engage with each symbol, they embark on a journey of language development, articulating descriptive words to match the weather they see and hear about. From the brilliance of the sun to the enchantment of a rainbow, they build vocabulary and communication skills while placing each piece. Solving the puzzle is also a lesson in patience and perseverance: with every careful placement, children hone concentration, fine motor control and hand-eye coordination for future tasks requiring precision and focus. Puzzle-solving ignites problem-solving prowess too, as children employ strategic thinking and memory-testing ideas, recalling shapes and orientations, and adjusting their approach. When the final piece clicks into place, it's a celebration of resilience and ingenuity. Through logical reasoning, children navigate the arrangement of shapes and spaces, strengthening spatial relationships and critical thinking. Recommended age 18 months+. Made of rubberwood.

Educational benefits:

  • Develops language and communication by encouraging descriptive talk about weather symbols (sun, moon, star, cloud, lightning, rainbow).
  • Builds concentration, patience and fine motor skills through careful grasping, turning and precise placement.
  • Strengthens problem-solving, logical reasoning and memory as children test strategies and recall piece positions.
  • Supports early science understanding and curiosity about everyday weather and night sky phenomena.

Classroom & play activity ideas:

  • Create a daily "weather station"  where children name today's weather, then place the matching symbol and describe what they notice.
  • Pair with storybooks or songs about rain, wind and sunshine; invite children to retell using the puzzle pieces as props.
  • Introduce simple sorting: day symbols vs night symbols; discuss when we see each and why.
  • Add a drawing prompt: after completing the puzzle, children sketch their favourite symbol and label colours or features.

Product Details

  • 18 months+; always use under adult supervision.
  • Rubberwood puzzle with six pieces (sun, moon, star, cloud, lightning, rainbow).
  • Safety information: smooth, durable construction for everyday use; inspect regularly and discontinue use if any piece becomes damaged or loose.