Toddler PuzzleApple
The first photos are the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-044600
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Product size
- 208 × 208 mm
- Construction
- Multi-layer plywood
- Knobs
- Natural wood
- EAN
- 8719924046231
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €124.10 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 8719924046231 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Toddler Puzzle in a child's hands
The apple toddler puzzle is a square puzzle of birch plywood, 208 × 208 mm, with three pieces. Together they make up a realistic picture of an apple. The child picks up a piece, turns it until its shape matches and puts it in its place. When all three pieces are in place, the apple is complete. Nienhuis gives the colour as red and the puzzle is meant for indoor use. It weighs 300 g. Care: wipe with a slightly damp cloth and dry at once. It is made for children aged 0 to 3.
Fine Motor Development
Grasping the wooden knobs strengthens the pincer grasp essential for writing preparation and develops hand-eye coordination.
Visual Discrimination
Matching puzzle pieces to their corresponding spaces develops visual perception skills and spatial awareness.
Problem-Solving Skills
The self-correcting nature of the puzzle encourages independent problem-solving and builds confidence through successful completion.
Language Development
The realistic apple illustration provides opportunities for vocabulary building and discussions about fruits, colors, and parts of a whole.
How to present it
Place the completed apple puzzle on a tray at the child's eye level on a low shelf. Ensure the area has adequate lighting to highlight the black outline details.
- 1Sit beside the child and slowly remove each piece by its knob, placing pieces to the right of the frame in order
- 2Return the first piece, demonstrating how to align it with the black outline in the recessed space
- 3Continue with remaining pieces, then invite the child to remove and replace them independently
3 tips for parents
- Practice pincer grasp during meals by offering small apple pieces to pick up
- Point out whole and cut apples during snack time to reinforce the puzzle's concept
- Allow your child to work at their own pace, some days they may repeat the puzzle many times
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What's in the Box
- Wooden puzzle board: with recessed spaces
- 3 apple puzzle pieces: each with wooden knob
Size and material
| Product size | 208 × 208 mm |
| Packaging | 21 × 21 × 3 cm |
| Construction | Multi-layer plywood |
| Knobs | Natural wood |
| Recommended Age | 12-36 months |
Care
Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this apple puzzle suitable for?
This puzzle is designed for infants and toddlers ages 0-3 years, with knobs perfectly sized for small hands still developing their pincer grasp.
How many pieces does the apple puzzle have?
The puzzle features 3 wooden pieces that form a complete apple, each with an easy-to-grasp wooden knob for simple manipulation.
What skills does this puzzle help develop?
This puzzle supports pincer grasp development, hand-eye coordination, visual discrimination, fine motor skills, and introduces early concepts of parts-to-whole relationships.
How does the recessed design help my child?
The recessed puzzle spaces with black outlines provide visual cues that guide piece placement, helping children succeed independently while building confidence and spatial awareness.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Toddler Puzzle