Kids can match letters to pictures and explore early literacy through hands-on puzzle play. With 52 wooden pieces—one for each uppercase and lowercase letter—children pair letters with labeled illustrations, reinforcing recognition and vocabulary. Each piece fits only with its correct match, helping kids build confidence and independence as they play. The self-correcting design encourages trial and error, while the detailed images spark curiosity and storytelling. Pieces can be used on their own for sorting, sequencing, and letter games, or stored neatly in the included wooden box with a slide-in lid. Whether kids are learning the alphabet or practicing matching skills, this activity supports early reading readiness, fine motor development, and problem-solving. Designed for repeated use, this classic puzzle turns letter learning into a purposeful, screen-free experience that fits naturally into everyday play. For more creative fun, combine this with the Melissa and Doug 100 Piece Wood Block Set, the Shape Sorting Cube, or the See and Spell Learning Toy, for meaningful learning beyond the classroom For 35+ years, Melissa and Doug has crafted imaginative preschool toys and durable wooden toys built to nurture childhood wonder, with everything from a life-sized grocery store playset to a play kitchen playset and play food to serve plush toys & puppets, to costumes, arts & crafts, and road trip activities for kids. It’s the kind of kid-powered play that builds independence and confidence!
From classic wooden toys to crafts, pretend play, and games, Melissa & Doug products provide a launch pad to ignite imagination and a sense of wonder in all children so they can discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.
Since the company’s founding more than 25 years ago, Melissa & Doug has consistently delivered innovative products that inspire open-ended thinking, encourage kids to see new possibilities, and offer Countless Ways to Play. It’s part of a bigger vision to Take Back Childhood. Because by giving children a true childhood with the space and freedom to explore their world, we give them a path to realizing their full potential!