Melissa & Doug Underwater Ocean Floor Puzzle, 48 pc Jumbo Jigsaw Puzzle, Educational Screen Free Activity for Toddler, Preschoolers and Kids Ages 3+ (2 x 3 Feet) - FSC Certified

I have always valued the quality of Melissa & Doug products. I have bought several learning toys for the kids, but this is the first time of purchasing one of their puzzles. It is a great puzzle! The pieces are thick and uniform and are a very nice weight and easily connect. The graphics/picture on this puzzle are very clear and consistent. The coloring is correct. The edges of the puzzle pieces are all neat and finished and we have enjoyed playing with this. My grandson is obsessed with tractors, earth movers, and any type of heavy equipment so this puzzle was perfect for him. This is just the right size for younger kids and once completed the puzzle was quite large 2' x 3'. There are 48 pieces to this puzzle, which is just right for kids. Even the box of this puzzle is quality and heavy duty. A lot of puzzle boxes are very flimsy cardboard and break or split at the corners, spilling the pieces all over. Not this one. Very pleased with the quality and the price of this and will continue to recommend Melissa & Doug toys to others. Always a quality product!

Puzzles are SO good for teaching children how to figure things out--without them realizing they're actually learning something. I love Melissa and Doug puzzles because the quality is thru the roof. The picture I've attached shows how my 5-year old granddaughter goes straight from one to the other and has such a sense of satisfaction.... always wants me to take a picture. Don't tell the sweet girl she's doing the 2nd one upside down! Hahah! She'll figure it out and laugh at herself. She makes sure she has the "map" to go by at first but later she'll be doing this without it and being so proud.

Got this for my grandsons birthday. The pieces are very large and easy to handle. Great starter puzzle, just challenging enough to keep them busy without frustrating them because it's too hard.

Really nice good quality puzzle. 5 year old went right to it and really enjoyed the challenge and the picture.

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 personally love Melissa and Doug brand for their quality. I recently purchased Melissa and Doug's Solar System floor puzzle, and it's truly a fun and educational experience! The puzzle features vibrant illustrations and engaging designs that captivate my child's attention, making learning about the solar system exciting. The large pieces are perfect for little hands, and they fit together nicely.However, I did notice that the price is a bit higher compared to other brands offering similar puzzles. While the quality is excellent and the educational value is undeniable, budget-conscious buyers might want to consider this difference before making a decision.Overall, if you're looking for a durable and visually stunning puzzle that will spark interest in space for kids, Melissa and Doug's Solar System puzzle is a great choice—just be prepared for a slightly higher price point!

I absolutely love puzzles!These puzzles are amazing for kids because they have such big pieces. They are bright and beautiful pictures! My kids do these puzzles all the time for fun Friday in school. Today we did a challenge on who could build the puzzle the quickest. If I could get a hundred of these 48 piece puzzles I would.Definitely a challenge for 6 and 7-year-olds, but I absolutely have multiple six, seven, and 8-year-olds that can build these no problem. Great thick cardboard pieces. Great price

Need I say more, this is a Melissa and Doug product! Always best quality you can find. Vibrant colors, thick and pieces fit perfectly