Wooden inset puzzle (frame-and-piece puzzle) ‘Animals of Africa – 2’ (background with hints)

About the game

Amidst the sandy landscapes, a baby elephant, a camel, a crocodile and a swift cheetah have come together. Each has its own shape and its own place in the picture. Will you be able to place all these unusual travellers in the right spots?

‘Animals of Africa – 2’ is a small wooden inset puzzle featuring four animals against a desert backdrop. The child carefully examines the pieces, compares their outlines and finds the corresponding slots on the base.

From the little elephant to the cheetah — every piece placed correctly adds to the vibrant picture of a faraway land.

In the set

• a 16 × 12 cm base with a blank space and silhouette clues
• 4 inserts: a baby elephant, a camel, a crocodile and a cheetah

How to play

1. Take out the cards.
2. The child matches each card to its corresponding silhouette.
3. Name the animal and tell the child about it.

Where to start

Start with the baby elephant and the camel.

Game variations

• ‘Who has a trunk?’;
• ‘Who’s gone missing?’;
• Guess the animal from the description.

What children can practise

• knowledge of wild animals
• fine motor skills
• speech

Who it’s for

Children aged 3 and over; at home, at kindergarten, whilst travelling.

Material

Wood-based board (pressed wood), bright print.