Toddler Puzzle3 Vegetables
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-044520
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Product size
- 294 × 120 mm
- Board
- Premium plywood
- Knobs
- Solid wood
- EAN
- 8719924046156
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €127.10 to go for free delivery.
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AMI approval
The material is approved by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). Nienhuis has made Montessori materials since 1929.
A verifiable original
The EAN 8719924046156 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Toddler Puzzle in a child's hands
This toddler puzzle shows three vegetables in realistic images that keep the right proportions to one another. It is made of birch plywood and has three pieces, and Nienhuis gives purple and red as the colours. The puzzle measures 294 × 120 mm. The child lifts the pieces out one by one, compares the vegetables by size, which is bigger and which smaller, and puts them back in their places. The puzzle is meant for indoor use. For ages 0 to 3.
Fine Motor Development
Large knobs strengthen pincer grasp and hand muscles essential for later writing skills.
Visual Discrimination
Matching shapes to corresponding slots develops visual perception and spatial awareness.
Language Development
Naming vegetables builds vocabulary and connects abstract images to real-world objects.
Concentration
Simple, focused activity helps toddlers develop attention span and task completion skills.
How to present it
Place the puzzle on a low shelf at the child's eye level. Ensure all three vegetable pieces are in their slots initially. Have a small mat or work surface ready nearby.
- 1Sit beside the child and slowly remove one vegetable piece using the knob, emphasizing the pincer grasp
- 2Name the vegetable clearly: 'carrot' and place it beside the puzzle board
- 3Point to the empty slot, then slowly return the piece to its place
- 4Repeat with each vegetable, then invite the child to try
3 tips for parents
- Practice naming these vegetables during meals to reinforce the connection
- Allow your child to help when preparing these vegetables in the kitchen
- Resist the urge to correct - let your child discover through trial that pieces fit only in matching slots
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What's in the Box
- Puzzle board: With 3 recessed slots
- Vegetable pieces: Eggplant, pepper, and mushroom with knobs
Size and material
| Product size | 294 × 120 mm |
| Packaging | 30 × 12 × 4 cm |
| Board | Premium plywood |
| Knobs | Solid wood |
| Recommended Age | 12-36 months |
Care
Wipe with damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this vegetable puzzle most appropriate for?
This puzzle is designed for toddlers ages 12-36 months. The large knobs and simple 3-piece design make it perfect for young children just beginning to develop their pincer grasp and hand-eye coordination.
Which three vegetables are featured in this puzzle?
While the specific vegetables may vary, Nienhuis typically includes familiar vegetables that toddlers encounter in daily life, such as a carrot, tomato, and pepper, each with realistic colors and shapes.
What are the dimensions and materials of this puzzle?
This Nienhuis puzzle is crafted from high-quality wood with smooth, rounded edges. The puzzle board measures approximately 20x20cm, with large knobs sized perfectly for small hands to grasp easily.
How does this puzzle support Montessori learning principles?
This puzzle follows Montessori principles by isolating one concept (vegetable recognition), using real-life objects, and providing a self-correcting activity. It supports independence, concentration, and coordination while building practical life connections.
What skills does this vegetable puzzle help develop?
This puzzle develops fine motor control, pincer grasp, hand-eye coordination, visual discrimination, vocabulary building, and concentration. It also introduces food categories and supports language development through naming activities.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Toddler Puzzle