Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Different Kinds Of Wooden Puzzle Game

By Eula Nichols


Many children's toys beep and talk and emit flashing lights, but sometimes old-fashioned toys which stimulate the brain without overloading the senses are best. A toy made of natural wood will not be full of toxic colorants. There are various wooden puzzle game designs available for children of differing ages. A description of several of the most popular kinds follows.

A timeless puzzle, which involves fitting jigsaw pieces together so that they recreate a specific image, can easily take up hours of time. Puzzles for young kids are not as involved. A design might feature a wooden slab out of which shapes have been cut. To solve the challenge, the right shape must simply be slotted into the right groove in the slab. This is good to give to a toddler, as it assists in improving hand-eye coordination and keeps the brain active.

In addition to two-dimensional puzzles, toy-makers have also created three-dimensional puzzles that are entertaining and attractive. A toy in the form of an animal or an abstract polyhedron, which consists of interlocking parts that have to be pieced together, will provide hours of teasing problem-solving. As these toys require more brain power, they are better gift choices for older children.

Natural wood is a good choice of material for toys as it lasts well and is also less damaging to the environment than the production of plastic. Many parents who are environmentally conscious prefer wooden toys for this reason.

Older children are able to enjoy more advanced designs. A game consisting of a tower of carefully balanced blocks, where blocks have to be removed and placed on top without the tower falling, improves patience and strategic planning. A toy like this is great for social occasions with friends or family members.

Some wooden puzzles use the format of old games that have long been providing enjoyment for children. The toy called 'Jacob's ladder' is one example. This toy comprises a series of blocks that are interconnected using lengths of ribbon. When the top hinge or block is swung down to touch the block beneath it, the illusion of the second block tumbling down the row to the bottom of the series is created.

Another classic game sometimes made of wood that requires mental agility is The Tower of Hanoi. The person solving the puzzle has to move 8 discs stacked on a wooden pole in the order of largest to smallest across two other poles, by moving one disc at a time. Discs may be stacked on one another only if the bottom one is larger, and the aim is to recreate the first tower on the furthest pole (there are three poles).

Outlined are just a few of the many choices for the ideal wooden puzzle game. If you order a wood toy gift online, be sure that the item you obtain is suitable for the age of the recipient.




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