Toddler Puzzle4 Fish
€22.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €72.10 to go for free delivery.
- In Stock. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
- 30 days to return
Inv. no. NIE-044680
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Overall Size
- 37.5 × 12 × 2.2 cm
- Thickness
- 1.5 cm
- Base
- Multi-layer plywood
- Surface
- Laminated paper with fish imagery
- EAN
- 8719924046316
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €72.10 to go for free delivery.
Advice, warranty and returns are handled by us.
Why it costs €22.90
Behind the price of the original are things you can check yourself.
AMI approval
The material is approved by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). Nienhuis has made Montessori materials since 1929.
A verifiable original
The EAN 8719924046316 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Toddler Puzzle in a child's hands
Toddler Puzzle: 4 Fish is a plywood inset puzzle with four fish pieces finished in laminated paper and wood, made for children from birth to three years. Lifting each fish from its own cutout builds hand-eye coordination and the pincer grip young children need before writing. The four fish are shown at different sizes, so the set also introduces an early lesson in comparing big and small within one related group of images. It is a calm, self-correcting activity suited to a Montessori toddler shelf and can be repeated independently once shown.
Fine Motor Control
Grasping wooden pegs strengthens pincer grip essential for later writing skills.
Visual Discrimination
Matching fish shapes to their outlines develops visual perception and spatial awareness.
Sequential Thinking
Graduated sizes introduce concepts of comparison and ordering from smallest to largest.
Concentration
Self-correcting design allows independent work, building focus and persistence.
How to present it
Place the puzzle on a low shelf at child's eye level. Ensure all four fish pieces are in place initially so the child sees the complete work.
- 1Sit beside the child and slowly remove one fish at a time, starting with the largest
- 2Place removed pieces to the right of the puzzle board in order
- 3Return pieces one at a time, allowing the child to observe the matching process
- 4Invite the child to remove and replace the fish pieces independently
3 tips for parents
- Allow your child to repeat the puzzle multiple times in one sitting
- Resist the urge to name the fish or count them during initial presentations
- Store puzzle pieces in a small basket if any go missing to preserve the work
What it is made of
- Overall Size
- 37.5 × 12 × 2.2 cm
- Thickness
- 1.5 cm
- Base
- Multi-layer plywood
- Surface
- Laminated paper with fish imagery
- Handles
- Natural wooden pegs
What you get at Faborino
- DeliveryFinal price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €72.10 to go for free delivery. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
- 30 days to return, and we pay for the returnInstead of the statutory 14 days, you have 30 days to try it at home.
- Advice before and after you buyQuestions about age, space or assembly? A person answers, personally. Write to us
- Invoices for companies tooWe also invoice companies, nurseries and kindergartens.
Toddler Puzzle for your child
- Recommended Age: 1-3 years
- Base: Multi-layer plywood
- Overall Size: 37.5 × 12 × 2.2 cm
- Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €72.10 to go for free delivery
- 30 days to return
€22.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €72.10 to go for free delivery.
Not sure it suits your child? Write to us, we answer personally.
Inv. no. NIE-044680
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Overall Size
- 37.5 × 12 × 2.2 cm
- Thickness
- 1.5 cm
- Base
- Multi-layer plywood
- Surface
- Laminated paper with fish imagery
- EAN
- 8719924046316
If you are not sure it suits your child, we answer in person.
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What's in the Box
- Wooden puzzle base: With 4 recessed fish-shaped cutouts
- 4 fish puzzle pieces: Each with wooden peg handle
Size and material
| Overall Size | 37.5 × 12 × 2.2 cm |
| Thickness | 1.5 cm |
| Base | Multi-layer plywood |
| Surface | Laminated paper with fish imagery |
| Handles | Natural wooden pegs |
| Recommended Age | 1-3 years |
| Activity Duration | 5-15 minutes |
Care
Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is the 4 Fish puzzle suitable for?
This puzzle is designed for infants and toddlers ages 0-3 years. It's particularly ideal for children 12-36 months who are developing their pincer grasp and beginning to understand size relationships.
How does this puzzle support Montessori learning principles?
The 4 Fish puzzle aligns with Montessori principles by offering concrete, hands-on learning with graduated sizes that teach seriation concepts. It supports the sensitive periods for order and movement while developing concentration and problem-solving skills through self-correcting design.
What skills does this wooden fish puzzle develop?
This puzzle develops hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, visual discrimination, logical thinking, and size sequencing abilities. The peg design strengthens pincer grasp while the graduated sizes introduce mathematical concepts of comparison and ordering.
Is the puzzle safe for young children who still put things in their mouth?
Yes, this puzzle is crafted from high-quality wood with child-safe finishes. The pieces are large enough to prevent choking hazards, and the smooth edges and sturdy pegs make it safe for toddlers who are still in the mouthing stage of development.
How can parents extend learning with this puzzle?
Parents can enhance learning by naming the fish sizes (small, medium, large), counting the pieces, discussing colors, and creating language activities around ocean life. As children master the puzzle, introduce vocabulary like 'smallest to largest' and encourage independent problem-solving.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Toddler Puzzle