Melissa & Doug Underwater Ocean Floor Puzzle (48 pcs, 2 x 3 feet)

Super Amazing

I bought this puzzle and the farmhouse puzzle for my 2.5 year old. I later added the floor puzzles for the dinosaurs and firetruck. I happen to think my daughter is pretty bright so I bought her this puzzle even though the age range starts at 3 years old. I would say that, of the bunch, my daughter clearly prefers the farm puzzle, however, I won't rate this puzzle negatively for that. The farm puzzle is fewer pieces (36 pieces) and the objects in the puzzle are separated out a bit more so it's easier for a child to identify it's proper placement, also the objects in the puzzles are more distinct from one another in that fishes can look like fishes whereas a cow does not look like a pig. Anyhow, this puzzle is very beautiful and bright. It does have some parts which are easier for the younger audience to discern such as the killer whales, sharks, and dolphins. Once you start getting into the reef and smaller fishes, it becomes more challenging. As I mentioned, I don't think this is necssarily a bad thing for this puzzle as the stated age range is 3 and up, so I won't rate it down for the fact that a 2 year old has a tougher time with it, but I just wanted to let parents know that if you are looking for a puzzle for a younger child, I would say that the farmhouse is great starter puzzle and then the kids can work their way up to this puzzle which is a bit more challenging. It's very durable and I can compare it to another brand (with the thomas puzzle) and the pieces on this puzzle are much thicker and durable and lock in place better. I think even though my daughter has to grow into this puzzle a bit more, I think it will provide a good bit of challenge, stimulation for some time to come.

I love the Melissa & Doug Underwater Ocean Floor Puzzle! The pieces are bigger, thicker, and easy to handle, making it perfect for my daughter. The design is colorful and engaging, providing a great educational, screen-free activity. Just one suggestion: if the puzzle glowed in the dark, it would take it to the next level—but this isn’t a limitation at all. My child loves it, and I definitely give it 5 stars!

Es el segundo de esta marca y tipo que adquirimos. Está genial, mi hijo no se aburre de armarlo una un otra vez. Mi niño tiene 3 años y lo domina sin apoyo por tanta práctica. Las piezas son excelentes en su tamaño y manipulación. El armado completo es de buen tamaño. No es pequeño, requieres trabajarlo en el piso con algún tapete o en un comedor. Compraremos más de este tipo, vale la pena. Saludos.

As per the standard M&D product.. this is awesome. Delivery was prompt.

Very nice puzzle, but it did provide a bit of a challenge for my seven-year-old who’s good at puzzles. Still worth it and I would recommend it.