The Best Jigsaw Puzzles for Preschoolers

While it is often difficult to keep a preschooler amused with one activity for a prolonged period of time, one thing does have the ability to keep even the busiest of preschoolers occupied. One thing I've found to be extremely fun for my preschool aged children is to complete jigsaw puzzles. Jigsaw puzzles are a great way for preschool aged children to keep their focus and practice problem solving skills. Although it does take some time for a preschooler to get the knack of building a puzzle, with time and practice they can assemble a puzzle like a pro. Because my children love puzzles, I have found what I think are the best jigsaw puzzles for preschoolers.

The World of Cars

Mattel makes the jigsaw puzzle, Disney's Pixar the World of Cars. This puzzles contains 24 easy to assemble pieces. It's recommended for children three to seven years of age. This is one of the best jigsaw puzzles for preschoolers because it is based off a movie all preschool aged children love. The puzzle pieces are large and made of thick material so they can with stand the rough use of a preschool for quite some time. After this puzzle is assembled, it makes a 10 inch by 13 inch replicated image from the hit movie.

Sponge Bob Squarepants

After your child has mastered the World of Cars puzzle, the next best jigsaw puzzle for preschoolers is the puzzle by Hasbro, Nickelodeon's Sponge Bob Squarepants. This puzzle is sure to maintain a child's interest because it is based off the hit TV show all children love, Sponge Bob Squarepants. Although it is recommended for children five years and older, children around the age of four can easily complete it. It is a 70 piece puzzle that tests a child's ability to problem solve. While it may take some time to complete, the final product of a 10 inch by 13 inch image will have your preschool proud of their accomplishment.

These are the best jigsaw puzzles for preschoolers that I have found. Not only are puzzles a great method to keep children entertained, but are a great opportunity to spend time with your child as well. This family activity is perfect for spending a relaxing afternoon building puzzles with your preschooler. After, you and your child have completed a puzzle, you can apply clear contact paper to both sides of the puzzle to create a poster for their room or a placemat for the dinner table.