Puzzles
- Puzzle play helps develop fine motor skills, manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination and concentration
- Big Fun! 24 extra-large pieces are perfect for putting together on the floor or tabletop providing a rewarding puzzle experience for kids ages 2 years and up
- Montessori-Inspired Play: Encourages number recognition and counting through sensory engagement.
- 9 Tactile Two-Piece Puzzles, 45 Shaped Animals (63 Pieces)
- Match the number to the Quantity of dots on the baseboard!
- Made from high quality, responsibly sourced materials.
- Puzzle activity
- Multicolored
- Age group and grade: Ages 3 - 7 and grades pre-kindergarten - 1st
- Theme/design: Opposites
- Under the sea theme
- 24 Pieces
- Jigsaw puzzle depicting an elegantly European scene with an incredible level of detail and nuance
- Consists of 1000 pieces
- Puzzle features precision-cut images on high-quality board to create a beautiful masterpiece when finished
- Made of extra-thick cardboard and linen-structured paper with a multicolored bird print
- Jigsaw puzzle celebrating one of the most iconic seasons the City of Light has ever known
- Consists of 1000 pieces
- Puzzle features precision-cut images on high-quality board to create a beautiful masterpiece when finished
- Made of extra-thick cardboard and linen-structured paper with a multicolored puzzle print
- Piece the puzzle pieces together, then test your observation skill with this search and find puzzle
- Consists of 64 pieces
- Fast Paced Matching Game
- Multicolor
- Puzzle board helps transport and save your unfinished puzzle
- Applies to most puzzles up to 1000 pieces
- Double-sided puzzle with a map of North America is an engaging and unique way to start learning US geography
- Consists of 70 pieces
- This 180-piece 3D puzzle globe is perfect for learning
- Made of multicolored plastic
- Immerse yourself in the epic world of The Witcher as you piece together this thrilling 1,000 piece puzzle in the rich and vibrant landscape of the Skellige Isles!
- Dimensions: 10.13in x 8.13in
- Jigsaw puzzle with the grand monarch of the woods standing proudly in the autumn glow
- Consists of 1000 pieces
- Jumbo puzzle featuring your favorite prehistoric creatures
- Consists of 25 pieces
- Jumbo jigsaw puzzle offers a fun way to work on hand-eye coordination and to have fun together
- Consists of 25 pieces
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- Boredom Be Gone! - Rush Hour World Tour is here to rescue you from dull moments. With its compact design and magnetic pieces, you can take this brain-bending game anywhere. Challenge yourself or compete with friends while traveling or waiting. Get yours today and turn downtime into fun time!
- Finished with elegant linen-embossed paper
- Art print guide
- Jigsaw puzzle with a collage of vintage matchbooks
- Consists of 1000 pieces
- Features panoramic artwork
- Finished with an elegant linen embossed paper
- Features panoramic artwork
- Finished with an elegant linen embossed paper
- Word find puzzle books designed for mental stimulation, stress relief, and entertainment.
- Each book contains 40-80 puzzles with answers provided in the back.
- Jigsaw puzzle capturing a warm and whimsical encounter with country friends in the back forty
- Consists of 1000 pieces
- Jigsaw puzzle with a Lab pup painting by James Meger
- Consists of 1000 pieces
- Subject: Compound Words
- 4 Pieces per Puzzle
- Subject: Prepositions
- 4 Pieces per Puzzle
- Subject: Synonyms
- 4 Pieces per Puzzle
- Subject: Antonyms
- 4 Pieces per Puzzle
- Age group and grade: Ages 5+ and grades kindergarten+
- Children get a hand on introduction to foreign countries, oceans and exotic animals from every corner of the world as they fit together these durable, colorful foam pieces
- Working out which piece goes where is a wonderful way to develop problem-solving skills.
- There are 50 large puzzle pieces that are easy to grasp and move, so your child stays engaged.
- Introduce kids to 4 national parks (Everglades, Arches, Acadia, Mammoth Cave) with this match-and-play educational game: Slide the magnetic lid into the wooden carrying case, place a scene card on it, and match wooden magnets to pictures shown on identification guides, or create your own scenes and stories
- Includes 60 wooden animal and plant magnets, 2 double-sided ID cards (English and Spanish), 2 double-sided park scene cards, wooden storage case with built-in handle and magnetic lid
- Acquisition of first reading and writing skills
- 3-6 years
- Jigsaw puzzle with a golden retriever art masterpiece featuring the breed's trademark smile
- Consists of 1000 pieces
- Finished with an elegant linen embossed paper
- Uniform precision cut pieces
- Finished with an elegant linen embossed paper
- Uniform precision cut pieces
- Finished with elegant linen-embossed paper
- Art print guide
- 64 wooden letters fit into 8 two-sided cutout boards to spell three- and four-letter words
- Colorful wooden letters
Once it’s time to step away from the computer, it’s important to indulge in your favorite hobbies or pick up new ones. Puzzles are a great way to pass the time whether you’re enjoying peace and quiet alone or you’re spending quality time with your entire family. They are incredibly fun, involve a little bit of strategy and can be enjoyed in an afternoon or over the course of a few weeks. Puzzles come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and piece quantities, so there is truly something for everyone. To learn more about puzzles and what you should look for when choosing one, keep reading!
What is a Puzzle?
A puzzle is a kind of game in which an image printed on cardboard or wood that has been randomly cut into different pieces and designed for puzzlers to piece back together. Many enjoy playing with them because they can be extremely peaceful and offer a completely different experience every time. Additionally, they boast a wide range of benefits.
Puzzle Benefits
The primary benefit of puzzles is that they can help improve your short term memory. The act of reassembling the pieces helps to reinforce connections between brain cells and improves overall mental speed. Puzzles are also great for improving visual spatial reasoning because players have to assess individual spaces and figure out where different pieces go. It has also been found that people who do puzzles may be less likely to develop Alzheimer's or dementia.
Completing puzzles is also a great way to practice self-care. Some find puzzling to be soothing and meditative, while others consider it a major stress reliever.
At Staples, you can even create your own personalized photo puzzle by uploading a picture.
What Kind of Puzzle Should You Buy?
Staples carries a wide variety of puzzles, below are some factors to keep in mind when you buy a puzzle.
Age Range
There are puzzles for all ages, so it’s important to find ones that are age appropriate. The majority of puzzle boxes prominently feature the ideal age range for the design but use your discretion when browsing. If you’re shopping for children, consider getting one that presents a challenge without being frustrating to the younger players. If you’re shopping for adult players, consider searching for a design that is a bit more complex and time consuming. For family puzzles, keep in mind all ages so everyone will be participating.
Theme
Jigsaw puzzles come in a seemingly endless amount of designs and themes, so the world is your oyster when picking one. To help narrow down the search, start by finding a theme that interests you and go from there until you find the perfect design. That way, no matter if you like animals, princesses, or even vintage cars, you’ll be able to find a puzzle that you’ll love to complete.
Number of Puzzle Pieces
Along with the versatility of the theme a puzzle can be featured in, the number of pieces can also be wide ranging. Puzzles with under 250 pieces work well for younger children. Those with 250 to 750 pieces are good for older children or adults who want a slight challenge. Designs with 750 to over 1,000 pieces are complex and work perfectly for those who are looking for long, interesting puzzles, or those who have prior experience puzzling.