Toddler PuzzleGoat
€25.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €69.10 to go for free delivery.
- In Stock. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
- 30 days to return
Inv. no. NIE-044650
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Board Size
- 21 × 21 × 3 cm
- Knob Height
- Approx. 2 cm
- Base
- Plywood with photographic print
- Knobs
- Natural wood
- EAN
- 8719924046286
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €69.10 to go for free delivery.
Advice, warranty and returns are handled by us.
Why it costs €25.90
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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 8719924046286 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Toddler Puzzle in a child's hands
Toddler Puzzle: Goat is a plywood inset puzzle finished with a photographic print, with each wooden piece standing for one part of the goat, made for children from birth to three years. Naming every piece as it is lifted out and placed back builds vocabulary alongside the pincer grip and coordination needed before writing. Shown through a real photograph rather than a drawing, this farm animal gives toddlers a lifelike first image tied to rural, everyday vocabulary. The puzzle offers a calm, self-correcting activity suited to a Montessori toddler shelf.
Pincer Grip Development
The wooden knob handles are perfectly sized for small hands, encouraging proper pencil grip preparation through repeated grasping motions.
Visual Discrimination
Working with the realistic goat image helps children recognize animals and understand part-to-whole relationships.
Hand-Eye Coordination
Fitting the puzzle pieces into their corresponding spaces refines spatial awareness and precise hand movements.
Concentration Building
The satisfying completion of the puzzle encourages focused attention and persistence in young learners.
How to present it
Place the puzzle on a low shelf at child's eye level. Store with all three pieces in place, showing the complete goat image.
- 1Sit beside the child and slowly remove one piece using the wooden peg
- 2Place the removed piece to the right of the puzzle frame
- 3Remove remaining pieces one at a time, placing each to the right
- 4Return pieces starting with the leftmost, grasping only the wooden peg
3 tips for parents
- Allow your child to repeat the puzzle multiple times in one sitting, repetition builds mastery
- Avoid praising completion; instead, acknowledge effort: 'You worked carefully with each piece'
- Connect the puzzle to real experiences: 'We saw a goat like this at the farm'
What it is made of
- Board Size
- 21 × 21 × 3 cm
- Knob Height
- Approx. 2 cm
- Base
- Plywood with photographic print
- Knobs
- Natural wood
What you get at Faborino
- DeliveryFinal price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €69.10 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: 12-36 months
- Base: Plywood with photographic print
- Board Size: 21 × 21 × 3 cm
- Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €69.10 to go for free delivery
- 30 days to return
€25.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €69.10 to go for free delivery.
Not sure it suits your child? Write to us, we answer personally.
Inv. no. NIE-044650
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Board Size
- 21 × 21 × 3 cm
- Knob Height
- Approx. 2 cm
- Base
- Plywood with photographic print
- Knobs
- Natural wood
- EAN
- 8719924046286
If you are not sure it suits your child, we answer in person.
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What's in the Box
- Wooden puzzle board: 30×30 cm with goat image
- 3 puzzle pieces: Each with wooden knob handle
Size and material
| Board Size | 21 × 21 × 3 cm |
| Knob Height | Approx. 2 cm |
| Base | Plywood with photographic print |
| Knobs | Natural wood |
| Recommended Age | 12-36 months |
| Activity Duration | 5-15 minutes |
Care
Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this goat puzzle most appropriate for?
This puzzle is designed for infants and toddlers ages 0-3, with the optimal use period typically beginning around 12-18 months when children develop better hand-eye coordination and can grasp the wooden pegs effectively.
How does this puzzle support Montessori learning principles?
The puzzle follows Montessori principles by featuring a realistic photograph of a goat rather than a cartoon, helping children connect with real-world animals. The three-piece design provides an appropriate challenge level that builds confidence while developing fine motor skills and concentration.
What are the dimensions and materials of this puzzle?
The puzzle measures 30×30 cm (approximately 12×12 inches), providing a large format that's easy for small hands to manipulate. It's crafted from high-quality wood with smooth edges and features sturdy wooden pegs on each piece for safe, easy grasping.
How can I present this puzzle to my toddler following Montessori methods?
Place the puzzle on a low shelf at your child's eye level. When introducing it, slowly demonstrate removing and replacing one piece at a time, then invite your child to try. Store the pieces separately from the base initially to simplify the activity, gradually increasing difficulty as skills develop.
Why choose a knob puzzle over other puzzle types for toddlers?
Knob puzzles are ideal first puzzles because the wooden pegs are perfectly sized for developing pincer grasp, a crucial pre-writing skill. The pegs make pieces easier to manipulate than flat puzzles, reducing frustration and encouraging independent problem-solving.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Toddler Puzzle