Can a Puzzle Have More Than One Solution?

Putting together puzzles is a great way for kids to develop their problem solving skills. But, since most puzzles only have one solution, they are limited in their replay value.

P’kolino Multi-Solution Puzzles are unique because they have double sided pieces that can allow for dozens of design possibilities. For example, a robot can be happy or sad depending upon how the pieces are arranged.

Aside from the uniqueness of the design concept, I love that these puzzles are made from wood instead of cardboard. My son was very hard on puzzles when he was a toddler because he’d get frustrated and try to jam the pieces together if they didn’t fit easily. Wooden puzzles were the only type of puzzles that held up to his rough play.

The P’kolino Multi-Solution Puzzles are recommended for children ages 2 to 6. You can choose from robot, owl, bug, monkey, and spaceship designs. The robot design is my personal favorite, although the monkey puzzle is also really cute.

The puzzles sell for $19.99, which is a little pricey for a puzzle. However, this would easily be the type of toy that could hold up well enough to hand down to your younger children if needed. The designs are also cute enough to be displayed when your child isn’t playing with them.

What do you think of P’kolino Multi-Solution Puzzles? Is this a toy that your child would enjoy?

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