Castle Floor Puzzle — 60 Pieces

A 60-piece floor puzzle that builds into a large castle, with a king and queen, a wizard and animals tucked into its corners. The pieces are big and it is built on the floor, so it suits a child who wants a real puzzle without small fiddly pieces.

How you play

1. Clear a floor space and tip the pieces out picture-side up.
2. Build the outside edge first so the frame is set.
3. Look for the characters and group the pieces that belong to each one.
4. Fill inwards until the whole castle is together.
5. When it is done, let your child tell you about the characters they found.

What it builds

• Planning — edges first, then working inwards
• Matching colour and shape across a large picture
• Concentration held over a build that takes a while
• Storytelling from the scene once it is complete

Three ways to play it

• Give each person a character to complete
• Count how many animals are hiding in the castle
• Leave it built overnight and add to it the next day

The details

• Ages: 4–6 years
• Pieces: 60