And now for the even smaller wallet

    Nothing wrong with being a tight wad, as long as that wad can go the distance.
    Buying a new toy every time your child becomes bored can be exasperating, time consuming, and unrealistic.
    If the manufacturers can't keep your child interested, why can't you? 
    In order to create your own puzzle, find the shapes that you want, trace them onto two sheets of paper, one colored and one white.  Cut the shapes out of the colored sheet of paper and laminate them.  Then just laminate the other sheet of paper and let your kids at the puzzle!  Just remember that the more intricate the puzzle, the longer it will take to make.  This is a wonderful way for kids to use fine motor and memory skills, as well as identifying shapes!

    Don't buy an expensive laminator.  These sheets are fabulous and are inexpensive when sold separately.