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Gifts for puzzle lovers

Jigsaws, logic puzzles, brain teasers and puzzle books, from a weekend on the dining table to a page a day. Our own large-print puzzle printables are here too.

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Large Print Sudoku (120 puzzles)

Big, bold grids from easy to hard; print a few pages at a time and the book never runs out.

$3.99 · instant PDF
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Wooden mechanical model kit

Laser-cut wooden pieces snap into a model with moving gears; no glue needed.

Typically $15 to $25
Search on Amazon: Wooden mechanical model kit
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Speed cube set

A few sizes of twisty cubes; online tutorials make solving them a real goal.

Typically under $15
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Large-piece jigsaw puzzle

Bigger pieces are easier to see and handle, with a picture that's still a satisfying challenge.

Typically under $15
Search on Amazon: Large-piece jigsaw puzzle
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Rummy tile game

A classic tile game that grandparents and grandkids can play together.

Typically $15 to $25
Search on Amazon: Rummy tile game
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Roll-up puzzle mat

Rolls up an unfinished puzzle so the table can be used for dinner.

Typically $15 to $25
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Puzzle board with drawers

A portable board with sorting drawers that slides under a couch when it's not in use.

Typically $25 to $50
Search on Amazon: Puzzle board with drawers
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Metal brain teaser puzzles

Twisted-wire puzzles that look impossible until they aren't. Good desk toys.

Typically under $15
Search on Amazon: Metal brain teaser puzzles
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Single-player logic game

Challenge cards from easy to expert; a good screen-free puzzle for one.

Typically $15 to $25
Search on Amazon: Single-player logic game
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Wooden puzzle box

A box with a secret way to open it; hide a small gift inside.

Typically $25 to $50
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Logic grid puzzle book

Grid puzzles solved purely by deduction, for people who like a fair challenge.

Typically under $15
Search on Amazon: Logic grid puzzle book
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Puzzle sorting trays

Stackable trays to sort edges and colors, so pieces don't take over the table.

Typically under $15
Search on Amazon: Puzzle sorting trays

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