A dissectologist is a person who enjoys jigsaw puzzle assembly. I don't know if Jude was ready to claim this title just then. Sorting out the edges was a no brainer. Lots of smiles there. Piecing them together, on the other hand, furrowed his brows a bit and slowed down the process a lot. Concentration set in and I'd catch him looking up every once in a while wondering if there's a "group all" button hidden along the table's edge. (Where's a computer when you need one?) As the hours went by, with breaks in between, more picture was revealed, his smile returned, enthusiasm grew and I believe Jude was ready to thank John Spilsbury for inventing the jigsaw puzzle in 1767.
With the need to stay in, for now, puzzles can be a welcome stress reducer for all ages. Not to mention so many other benefits puzzles claim to produce in the links below.
Stay in! Stay safe! And don't forget to wash your hands, a lot!
Virtual hugs,
Bubbie and her Grandkids
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Physical Benefits
At a young age, puzzles help children to develop fine motor skills, which in everyday terms means the ability to make small (or fine) movements. The picking up, grasping or pincing of pieces helps to develop fine muscle control, which in turn helps your child when it comes to writing-ready time.
What about large motor skills? What? You've never seen a jigsaw puzzle being built with intermittent handstands? Guess you've never met Jude! This boy cracks me up!
Keep them laughing,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Any good puzzles for kids that you'd like to share with us?
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