Toddler Numbers Puzzle SEE NOTE!

A toy/early learning tool for toddlers
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updated October 6, 2024

Description

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NOTE: I found a bit of a printability issue with the numbers, and have fixed it as of 5 October.  If you are getting some bottom layers issues, please download the latest numbers 0 through 9.

A puzzle and learning tool to teach toddlers both the numbers digits from zero to 9, and motor and shape fitting skills to insert the numbers into the right holes. See my alphabet puzzle for the same skill set with letters.

My brother's grandson loves puzzles, I printed one with 9 shapes that I found on another site and he plays with it a lot.  So I figured it was time to start with something more - but I could not find a numbers puzzle that was similar with handles on the numbers.  

The first board is 220 x 160mm to allow space to hold the board around the edges. Some printers will not fit it.  The small board is 205 x 120 to fit smaller printers, but there is little to no grab area outside the spaces for the numbers.

I printed the board with PETG and the numbers in ABS. I used 3 or 4 outside rings and 35% to 40% fill for heavier weight and better durability (they need to bounce since this is for toddlers!)

If you do not have access to a 3D printer, I have these available for sale on Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1791198822/toddler-numbers-puzzle?click_key=99a976eb40a5c061ea37ba0d624ee23ef01997d5%3A1791198822&click_sum=84237860&ref=shop_home_active_1
 

Model origin

The author marked this model as their own original creation.

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