Basic Skills Puzzle Board Review
- Sep 25, 2015
- 1 min read
Here is a review of the Melissa & Doug Basic Skills Puzzle Board used for fine motor skills and independence!
Product Name: Melissa & Doug Basic Skills Board
Manufacturer: Melissa & Doug
Price: $19.99 MSRP, $17.05 on Amazon (as of 09/25/15)
Recommended Age Level: 3+ years
Review Categories:
Tactile: 7 out of 9
Sound: 0 out of 9 (NA, does not contain sound elements)
Sight: 9 out of 9
Subjects:
Independence
Occupational Therapy
Extended Activities & Add-On Products:
Try tracking progress for time spent actively playing with the puzzle board and completing each piece independently (Use our Timed Activity Data Tracking Sheet)
Interest Level & Ability to Progress with Child:
The different pieces each have a varying level of complexity, ranging from a 1-step snap to a belt buckle requiring multiple steps and manipulation of several pieces.
Adaptation Notes:
- Add textured paint to: the zipper to help kids more easily located the “bottom” of the zipper; identify where to place fingers on the plastic buckle piece; the outer portion of the button hole to find it more easily.
- Trace the bear graphic with glitter glue to create a tactile picture.
Health/Eco Concerns:
Wooden Base & Pieces, Fabric, Plastic, Metal. ***Small Parts***
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