Shapes-puzzle "Hippo-Pirates"

👶 Child’s role in play

The child becomes the captain of a pirate ship and needs to gather the entire crew of jolly hippo pirates. By matching each pirate to their outline, the child counts passengers and creates fun stories — who’s steering the wheel, who’s cooking, and who’s guarding the treasure? It’s a game that sparks imagination, coordination, and storytelling.

📦 What’s included:

– Wooden puzzle base shaped like a pirate ship
– 13 uniquely shaped hippo pirate figures, each with distinct posture, outfit, and role
– Each figure fits into a matching silhouette cut-out

Matching shapes by contour helps children develop visual perception and fine motor skills

🎓 What the game develops

– Spatial reasoning and visual discrimination
– Counting skills and early math
– Attention, focus, and hand-eye coordination
– Language and storytelling through pretend play
– Emotional awareness — each pirate has a different personality and expression

💡 Activity ideas for educators & parents

– “How many pirates?” — count each hippo while placing them into the puzzle
– “Find by shape” — ask the child to match pieces by silhouette only
– “Tell a pirate story” — encourage storytelling: where are they sailing, who’s on guard?
– Roleplay with the figures — give each pirate a voice and create mini adventures
– Perfect for early learning centers, speech therapy, preschool activities, or home use

👨‍👩‍👧 Who it’s for:

– Parents of toddlers ages 2–4
– Preschool teachers, speech-language therapists, early childhood educators
– Retailers and wholesalers offering wooden toys and early learning games
– Curriculum developers and special education providers

💼 Wholesale advantages

– High demand in the toddler category (ages 2+)
– Unique pieces = strong play and storytelling potential
– Safe materials with high-quality printing
– Gift-ready packaging with a bright, eye-catching design
– Easily paired with other marine- or story-themed toys

This isn’t just a puzzle — it’s a stage set on a ship, where every figure plays a role and the child becomes the narrator. A game that connects shape, meaning, and imagination.