Early American Children's Puzzles

Children's Puzzles

Made in USA

Americans have loved puzzling folk toys for

countless generations. Historical folk puzzles, such

as the Classic metal tavern puzzles, Shuttle puzzle,

Tic-Tac-Toe and Ox-Yoke puzzle have delighted

people of all ages.

Many cozy evenings were spent, in nostalgic days

gone by, around firesides sharing these traditional

American delights. Today , the tradition continues...

#501 SHUTTLE PUZZLE~ Traditional 'hop-over' wooden puzzle. Try to get the three marbles of one color to switch sides with the opposite set of marbles, one move at a time. Solution included.

#504 OX-YOKE PUZZLE~ The best known of all historical 'switch-over' puzzles. The object is to move one of the rings from one side of the puzzle to the other , without untying the knots or cutting the cord. This puzzle was also known as the 'Lover's Yoke Puzzle.'

#506 PIONEER BUTTONHOLE PUZZLE~ The object of this puzzle is to remove the puzzle ring (button) from the plank of wood, without untying the string. This puzzle dates back to the American Civil War era, where it was known as the 'Cinch Puzzle,' because it resembled cinch blocks used to tighten tent ropes.

#508 CLASSIC METAL PUZZLES~ Assortment of metal 'tanglement' puzzles. Each is individually packaged with directions and solution (if needed). Popular since the days of early America.

#510 "T" PUZZLE~ Our popular four-piece hardwood puzzle has been a favorite with American children since the 1800's, when it was classified as a "letter-dissection puzzle." Approximately 4" x 4 1/2".

#512 TANGLED HEART PUZZLE~ The object of this historical folk puzzle is to separate the cord with the bead in it from the wooden heart. Use care, as one wrong move will cause a tangled mess! Solution included.

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