Sensory Mediterranean Summer Puzzle

The Textured Shape Puzzle Tray is a sensory-rich learning resource that encourages children to match textured play pieces with corresponding slots on an illustrated tray. Designed for children aged 24 months and up, this puzzle offers an engaging way to explore textures, shapes, and characters. Inspired by the vibrant, modernist art of the French Riviera, particularly artists like Picasso and Matisse, this puzzle incorporates a creative, artistic dimension to sensory learning. It can be used for structured play on the tray or taken outside for imaginative storytelling, making it a versatile educational tool.

The puzzle helps children develop cognitive skills by encouraging them to identify and match various textures and shapes. As they manipulate the pieces, children also work on fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. The French Riviera art inspiration fosters creativity and imagination, providing opportunities for children to engage in storytelling and creative play while learning. This puzzle can be used both indoors and outdoors, allowing children to experience a variety of play-based learning activities.

Educational Benefits:

• Enhances shape and texture recognition, promoting cognitive development.
• Develops fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through the tactile interaction with puzzle pieces.
• Encourages problem-solving and logical thinking as children figure out which pieces fit into the correct slots.
• Stimulates creativity and imagination, allowing children to engage in storytelling and artistic exploration.

Classroom Ideas:

• Texture and Shape Matching: Set up the puzzle on a table and have children match the pieces to the corresponding slots, reinforcing shape and texture identification.
• Outdoor Storytelling: Take the puzzle pieces outside and encourage children to create imaginative stories, promoting language development and creativity.
• Collaborative Play: Pair children together to work on matching the puzzle pieces, encouraging teamwork, social skills, and problem-solving.
• Art Exploration: Use the puzzle as a jumping-off point for an art lesson, discussing the artistic inspirations behind the puzzle and creating their own artworks inspired by Picasso and Matisse.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for children aged 24+ months.
• Measures: 13(W) x 35(L) x 30(H) cm.
• Made from safe, non-toxic materials.
• Ideal for both indoor and outdoor play.
• Adult supervision recommended.