Toddler PuzzleParakeet
€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-044660
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Board Dimensions
- 21 × 15 × 4 cm
- Knob Height
- Approx. 2.5 cm
- Base Material
- Multi-layer plywood
- Surface
- Laminated paper with photographic print
- EAN
- 8719924046293
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 8719924046293 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Toddler Puzzle in a child's hands
Toddler Puzzle: Parakeet is a plywood inset puzzle featuring a single bird piece finished with a realistic laminated photo and wood, made for children from birth to three years. The lifelike photograph is what makes this puzzle so inviting to handle, drawing toddlers back to the same tray again and again. Lifting the bird from its cutout and placing it back trains the pincer grip and hand-eye coordination that come before writing. As a companion-bird image it also gives young children an early word for a small pet bird beyond the usual farm and jungle animals.
Pincer Grasp Development
The large knob encourages proper thumb and finger positioning, preparing the hand for later writing skills.
Hand-Eye Coordination
Fitting the piece into its exact space refines visual-motor integration essential for daily tasks.
Language Enrichment
The realistic parakeet image provides concrete vocabulary building and supports discussions about birds and nature.
Problem-Solving Skills
The self-correcting design allows independent exploration and builds confidence through successful completion.
How to present it
Place the puzzle on a low shelf at child's eye level. Ensure the parakeet piece is in its frame. Sit to the child's right if you are right-handed.
- 1Slowly grasp the knob between your thumb and first two fingers, demonstrating the pincer grip
- 2Lift the parakeet piece straight up and pause, allowing the child to observe the empty space
- 3Place the piece beside the frame on the work surface
- 4Point to the empty parakeet-shaped space, then to the piece
- 5Grasp the knob again and slowly lower the piece back into the frame
3 tips for parents
- Practice pincer grasp during everyday activities like picking up cereal pieces during snack time
- Point out birds during outdoor walks, using the word 'parakeet' when appropriate
- Allow your child to repeat the puzzle as many times as they wish - repetition builds neural pathways
What it is made of
- Board Dimensions
- 21 × 15 × 4 cm
- Knob Height
- Approx. 2.5 cm
- Base Material
- Multi-layer plywood
- Surface
- Laminated paper with photographic print
- Knob
- Natural wood
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: 12-24 months
- Base Material: Multi-layer plywood
- Board Dimensions: 21 × 15 × 4 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-044660
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Board Dimensions
- 21 × 15 × 4 cm
- Knob Height
- Approx. 2.5 cm
- Base Material
- Multi-layer plywood
- Surface
- Laminated paper with photographic print
- EAN
- 8719924046293
If you are not sure it suits your child, we answer in person.
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What's in the Box
- Puzzle Board: 20 × 25 cm base with parakeet-shaped recess
- Parakeet Puzzle Piece: With large grasping knob
Size and material
| Board Dimensions | 21 × 15 × 4 cm |
| Knob Height | Approx. 2.5 cm |
| Base Material | Multi-layer plywood |
| Surface | Laminated paper with photographic print |
| Knob | Natural wood |
| Recommended Age | 12-24 months |
| Activity Duration | 5-10 minutes |
Care
Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this parakeet puzzle appropriate for?
This puzzle is designed for infants and toddlers ages 0-3 years. The large knob makes it suitable for babies as young as 6-8 months who are beginning to develop their pincer grasp.
How does this single-piece puzzle support development?
It develops fine motor skills through pincer grasp practice, hand-eye coordination, problem-solving skills, and language development as children learn to identify and name the parakeet.
What are the dimensions and materials used?
The puzzle is made from high-quality, smooth-sanded wood with non-toxic finishes. The large knob is sized perfectly for small hands, typically 1-2 inches in diameter for safe, easy grasping.
How can I use this puzzle to teach my child about birds?
Point to the parakeet and name it, make bird sounds, discuss colors (green, yellow, blue), talk about where parakeets live, and connect it to real birds you might see or pet parakeets.
Is this puzzle self-correcting?
Yes, the puzzle piece fits only one way in its designated space, allowing children to independently discover the correct placement and build confidence through successful completion.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
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