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Puzzle Day / Giant Group Floor Puzzle

Giant Group Floor Puzzle

Children work together on a giant floor puzzle, sharing pieces and strategies. Builds teamwork and patience.

How to run it

  1. Clear a large floor space.
  2. Tip out pieces and find the edges first.
  3. Children sort pieces by colour.
  4. Work together until it's finished.

You will need

  • giant floor puzzle
Make it easier or harderUse fewer pieces for younger children; older children can time themselves.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 5, Outcome 4Children cooperate and share strategies to solve a problem.

Fits these theme days

Puzzle DayTeamwork DayWet Weather DayBefore School Calm Start

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