NAME PUZZLE STEP STOOL by Melissa & Doug :: Education by Design Store

Editorial Review
This wooden, magnetic name puzzle encourage letter recognition and build confidence as children learn to spell their names. The stool makes an attractive room decoration or use it as a creative memory and matching game. The colorfully illustrated, chunky object blocks have a single puzzle piece that lifts out to reveal a matching picture. The letter blocks feature an object underneath that begins with the same letter. Each letter and object tile is magnetic as well and so is the puzzle piece that is removable! Makes a great gift! Ages 3 and up. Included are 7 Letter or Object Blocks. The letters come in the primary colors of red, yellow, blue, or green. The name will be spelled in an assortment of these colors. Please include with your order the spelling of the child's name and your choice of object blocks if applicable. The object blocks that you may choose from are as follows: World's Best Son, World's Best Daughter, World's Best Granddaughter, Rainbow, Koala Bear, Flowers, Blocks, Panda Bear, Pony, Hearts, Smiling Face, Baseball & Glove, Boat, Teddy Bear, Balloons, Baby Cat, Dancing Shoes, Dancer(pink), Dancer(blue), Elephant, Baby Dog, Football, Butterfly, Basketball, Lion, Skates, Picture Frame, Musical Notes, Soccer Ball, Rabbit, Guitar, Train, Triceratops, T-Rex, It's a Girl, It's a Boy, Excavator, Birthday Cake, Stars, Artist Palette, Fire Truck, Race Car and Dump Truck. Solid Wood Construction. Assembly Required. Holds 7 Pieces only Step Stool Size: 19" x 12.5" x 13" Letter and Object Tiles: Approx: 2.25"H
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