Larsen puzzles are designed with a base and permanent frame that keep the pieces firmly in place while puzzling, and the many different piece shapes are visible on the baseboard. Some of the pieces are shaped like fun figures to give the puzzler a little extra help, but over time, as you complete the puzzle many times, you begin to remember the shapes of more pieces and where they belong.
More benefits with Larsen puzzles
Shape recognition: Larsen puzzles help develop shape recognition, which is important for learning the forms of letters and numbers.
Concentration: Puzzles allow the puzzler to work at their own pace and develop their ability to concentrate.
Memory: Remembering where the pieces fit helps train memory.
Fine motor skills: Picking up and placing the pieces develops hand–eye coordination.
Larsen puzzles combine fun with numbers, letters, animals, and geography, providing a double benefit: both cognitive training and academic development. When several people puzzle together, meaningful conversations arise, reflection is encouraged, and logical thinking is stimulated in a natural and playful way.
Puzzles for all ages
Because everyone is different, Larsen puzzles are not labeled with a recommended age. A puzzle that a 3-year-old finds easy may be challenging for another child aged 7. The important thing is to find a puzzle that suits the individual, which is why each puzzle is labeled only with the number of pieces. Cognitive training is important for everyone—not just children. It is especially valuable for older adults who no longer go to work every day, and many Larsen puzzles are just as suitable for the elderly as for the young.