Puzzles are one of the brainiest tools for engaging kids during playtime. There are numerous kids’ puzzles available in stores that help develop cognitive skills in children. Here, we’re going to enjoy the journey of creating our own puzzles to our little ones using free printables. Let’s walk through making a DIY block puzzle using the provided printables. Get ready for creating a brainy playtime for your kid!
Craft Essentials
- Free Printables (Yellow Block sheet for puzzle pieces, White Block sheet for base)
- Scissors
- Cardboard
- Glue stick
- Marker or sketch pen
How to Make DIY Block Puzzle Activity with Free Printables
Download and Print: Start by downloading the free printables by clicking download button at the end of this section and printing them out.
Cut Puzzle Pieces: Use scissors to cut out the edges of the yellow block puzzle squares from the free printables.
Making Puzzle Pieces:
Take a square shaped cardboard and mark the Puzzle block size in it using marker or sketch pen.
Cut the marked piece separately from cardboard.
Paste the yellow block cutout onto a piece of cardboard.
Cut the block into pieces to make puzzle pieces.
Making Puzzle Base:
Paste the white block cutout onto a piece of cardboard to create the base.
Use the outer cardboard piece as frame ( cardboard piece left from making puzzle pieces). Glue the base and frame cardboard pieces together using a glue stick.
Ready to Play: Your DIY block puzzle activity is now ready for play!
How to Play:
- Offer the puzzle to your kid and demonstrate how to assemble it one piece at a time.
- Encourage them to locate the correct puzzle shape in the base while you are assembling.
- Once they understand the process, let them assemble it on their own, offering help when needed.
What They Learn:
Puzzles can teach children a variety of skills including cognitive skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, spatial awareness, shape recognition, hand-eye coordination, and perseverance.
DIY Block Puzzle FREE Printables
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More Puzzle Activities To Try Out
- Jigsaw Puzzles: DIY Popscile Sticks Puzzles with Free Printables.
- Colours Puzzles: DIY Colour Grid puzzle with FREE Printables.
- Crossword Puzzles
- Sudoku
Know More About Block Puzzles
What is the purpose of a puzzle?
The purpose of a puzzle is to challenge the mind and stimulate cognitive abilities while providing entertainment and enjoyment.
What are the benefits of playing puzzles?
Playing puzzles offers numerous benefits such as improving cognitive function, enhancing problem-solving skills, promoting patience and perseverance, boosting memory retention, and fostering creativity.
When can kids do puzzles?
Kids can start doing puzzles as early as toddlerhood, with age-appropriate puzzles, and continue to enjoy them throughout childhood and into adulthood.
Why is puzzle play good for kids?
Puzzle play is beneficial for kids as it promotes cognitive development, improves various skills, offers a sense of accomplishment upon completion, and provides an enjoyable and engaging activity that can be done individually or with others.
Get ready to unleash your child’s creativity and critical thinking skills with this DIY block puzzle activity. Download the free printables, gather your craft supplies, and let the fun begin!