New Zealand Landscapes Puzzles - 8 - 20x15cm

New Zealand Landscapes Puzzles - Set of 8

The New Zealand Landscapes Puzzles set is a stunning collection of eight photographic puzzles, showcasing iconic New Zealand landscapes and cultural landmarks. Featuring breathtaking images of Māori carvings, rugged coastlines, volcanic rock beaches, ferns, paua shells, and marae, these puzzles offer a visual exploration of New Zealand's natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Each puzzle is crafted from durable wood and features high-quality digital prints, making them an excellent educational resource for early childhood and primary learning environments. The 12-piece design helps children develop fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and visual recognition, while also encouraging discussions about New Zealand's diverse geography, ecosystems, and Indigenous culture. These puzzles are perfect for both individual and group activities, allowing children to engage with New Zealand's landscapes through hands-on play.

Educational Benefits

• Fine Motor & Hand-Eye Coordination - Encourages grasping, placing, and aligning pieces for skill development.
• Cultural & Geographic Awareness - Introduces children to New Zealand's landscapes, Māori heritage, and traditional landmarks.
• Cognitive Development & Problem-Solving - Enhances logical thinking, spatial awareness, and visual recognition skills.
• Language & Storytelling Skills - Inspires discussions and storytelling about New Zealand's natural and cultural environments.

Classroom Ideas

• Geography Exploration Activity - Have students locate and identify each landscape on a map of New Zealand.
• Māori Culture & Traditions Discussion - Explore the significance of marae, carvings, and natural symbols in Māori heritage.
• Environmental & Wildlife Study - Discuss New Zealand's unique flora and fauna and the importance of conservation.
• Collaborative Puzzle-Solving Challenge - Encourage students to work together to complete the puzzles while discussing their significance.

Specifications & Details

• Ages: Suitable for early childhood and lower primary school students.
• Contents: Includes 8 wooden puzzles featuring high-quality photographic images of New Zealand landscapes.
• Material: Durable wooden construction with laminated photographic prints.
• Puzzle Size: Each puzzle measures 20cm x 15cm and contains 12 pieces.
• Photographer: Tania Niwa, a Grand Master of Photography with the Australian and New Zealand Institutes of Professional Photography.