🍦 Ice Cream Painting Puzzle

This month’s Connect Creativity kit kicks off with a sweet treat that won’t melt! A 6" x 6" wooden ice cream cone puzzle! Kids will love painting their own unique flavor combos, from classic chocolate to wild rainbow swirls. Once the paint is dry, they can put the puzzle together again and again!

This project encourages:
🎨 Creativity & color experimentation
🧩 Problem-solving, visual perception, and fine motor skills
 

Not Included: Paint and Brushes

Directions:

1. Gather your puzzle pieces, paint, brushes, and sponge.

• Get everything ready before you start.

2. Use the paintbrush or sponge to color your pieces.

• Try different colors and have fun!

3. Let the paint dry for a few minutes.

• Be patient so the paint doesn’t smudge.

4. Once all pieces are dry, put your puzzle together.

• Glue the background pieces together

• Place your pieces in the correct spot to build your ice cream cone.

5. Show off your cool ice cream puzzle!

• Great job — you made a yummy-looking puzzle.