Single Shape Puzzle - Square

Description

Visual Discrimination: The child learns to recognize the specific properties of a shape (e.g., the roundness of a circle vs. the corners of a square).
Pincer Grip Development: Each puzzle piece features a large wooden knob. To lift the piece, the Child must use their thumb and fingers, which strengthens the small muscles needed for future writing.
Hand-Eye Coordination: The Child must align the piece precisely with the cutout in the wooden frame to make it fit.
Problem Solving: If the piece is held at an angle or upside down, it won’t fit. The Child must manipulate the object until it drops into place.

In a Montessori environment, these puzzles are presented one at a time in a specific order of difficulty:

The Large Circle: (Easiest) Because a circle is perfectly symmetrical, it will fit into the frame no matter how it is rotated.
The Small Circle: Requires more precision and a tighter pincer grip.
The Square: Introduces corners. The Child must realize the piece only fits when the flat sides are aligned.
The Equilateral Triangle: (Hardest) This is the most challenging because it requires the most specific orientation to fit into the frame.

Preparation: The puzzle is placed on a low table or rug with the shape already inside the frame.
The Reveal: The adult uses the knob to slowly lift the shape out of the frame and places it on the rug next to the board.
Exploration: The adult may trace the edge of the shape with two fingers, then trace the inside of the empty frame, highlighting the matching contours.
The Replacement: The shape is carefully lowered back into the frame.
The Turn: The Child is then invited to try.

One of the attractions to the Montessori Method is the extensive use of wood.

We use several types of wood, sourced from renewable sources, in the production of our Montessori Materials.

Solid beechwood for cylinder blocks, pink towers, dressing frames and brown stairs.
Birchply for trays, holders and animal and botany puzzles.
MDF for puzzle maps
Pineply for boxes and containers

We ensure that the coatings and inks used are not only eco-friendly, but also non-toxic.

Our wooden products are manufactured by responsible partner factories both locally and abroad and ensure that fair labour practices are adopted.

Care instructions for Childrens House Wooden Materials:

If wooden products are exposed to liquids, wipe dry as quickly as possible.
Most of the surfaces can be wiped with a damp cloth if exposed to dirt or grime.
Avoid leaving any of our wooden product in direct sunlight, as it may warp certain woods and/ or the coating may fade over time.

Order R1000 worth of items to qualify for free shipping to your door anywhere in South Africa.

Transit times depend on your location:

Feel free to email us should you require any further information.

We offer free delivery to the USA:

USA – free for orders over $400 – 7 days to your door
Canada – 7 day shipping is calculated at checkout – subject to additional GST & PST which is billed on arrival
UK – 7 day shipping is calculated at checkout – subject to 20% VAT which is billed on arrival
EU – 7 day shipping calculated at checkout – subject to EU VAT which is billed on arrival
Australia – 9 days – may be subject to 10% GST which is billed on arrival
NZ – 9 days – may be subject to 15% GST which is billed on arrival

Should you require further information about shipping charges, please feel free to contact us at info@childrenshouse.co.za

Weight	0.11 kg
Dimensions	13 × 13 × 3 cm

Rated 5 out of 5

Elizabeth Andrews (verified owner) – November 7, 2021

The shape of the knob is perfectly made to help with the grip. Good design.