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For the character in the Chronicles of Narnia series, see Puzzle (Narnia). A puzzle is a problem or enigma that challenges ingenuity. People often contrive such problems as a form of entertainment, but they can also stem from serious mathematical or logistical problems — in such cases, their successful resolution can be a significant contribution to mathematical research.

Solutions to puzzle may require recognizing patterns and creating a particular order. People with a high inductive reasoning aptitude may be better at solving these puzzles than others. Puzzles based on the process of inquiry and discovery to complete, may be solved faster by those with good deduction skills.

The history of puzzles goes back many thousands of years, a tangram being one of the earliest and still one of the most popular. In certain temples of Japan monks used to write mathematical puzzles on temple walls.

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Angel Ballerina Ornaments per Per Dozen
Angel Ballerina Ornaments. Girls love to decorate their rooms or their lockers with these pretty ballerinas! Perfect as party favors and gift tie-ons, each 5 1/2" tricot angel has a nylon tutu and matching wings plus posable wire-lined legs., $14.95
The Star Wars Battleship Game.
An exciting edition of a classic board game, this electronic version evokes the sounds and images of Star Wars in four different strategy games, including solo play and player-to-player challenge. The system guides players through the different games with digitized voice commands, while the distinctive sound of ion cannons, concussion missiles, and proton torpedoes signal salvo launches as players try to knock out their opponent's Star Destroyers, X-Wing Fighters, Millenium Falcon, and other iconic ships from the movie series. The game folds down into a laptop-computer-sized component that stores all game pieces internally for easy transportation and storage without mess or the loss of parts. Operates on three AA batteries (included). For 1 or 2 players ages 8 and up. The manufacturer has confirmed that this item meets U.S. Federal toy safety standards for lead. Folded: 10 1/4" W x 10 1/4" L x 5" D. Unfolded: 10 1/4" H x 10 1/4" W x 22 1/2" L. (4 1/2 lbs.) Only available for delivery in the Continental U.S. and Canada., $59.95
Champion Sports Ring Toss Set
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Hawthorne Village Chicago Cubs Express Major League Baseball Train Collection
Chicago Cubs Major League Baseball Train Set Collection a Collectibles All-Star! A Must-have for Die-hard Cubs Fans! - There's the wind-up, there's the pitch, and wow! The Chicago Cubs Express hits a collectible homerun! This outstanding Major League Baseball train set collection starts the game off right with Issue One featuring an impressive diesel locomotive . Soon the fun continues with Issue Two, the coordinating Chicago Cubs engine, which includes a FREE HO gauge track . Next the HO scale train set collection continues with Issue Three, a passenger train car, which includes your FREE power pack . Additional coordinating Chicago Cubs train cars, each a separate issue, will follow. Available from Hawthorne Village, this collectible illuminated train set collection is fully authorized by Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. and the MLBPA. The colors and symbols of the Chicago Cubs embellish every train car, making this exciting electric train set collection perfect for any Cubs fan or model-train buff. The classic diesel engine even has a working headlight, and the passenger cars are lit from within! This Chicago Cubs train collection is great way to bring home all the fun of a day at the ballpark, but don't delay! Strong demand is expected, so order now! Major League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are used with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. MLB.com 2003 Hawthorne Village This collectible Chicago Cubs train set collection from Hawthorne Village features: * An HO scale train set collection celebrating the Chicago Cubs, available from Hawthorne Village * Officially licensed by Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. and the MLBPA * Included FREE 16-piece HO gauge track with your second issue and a power pack with your third issue - together a $70 value * HO scale train set collection is carefully handcrafted with precision detailing and authentic features including a solid metal chassis and steel alloy wheels to bring you years of enjoyment * Each train car in this must-have Chicago Cubs collectible is richly detailed with the colors and symbols of your favorite team * The locomotive headlight and passenger train cars really light up for a fully illuminated display of the team's symbolic imagery that embellishes this Major League Baseball collectible * The heirloom-quality trains are precisely scaled: train is designed to run on HO gauge track * Certificates of Authenticity * Individual train cars run on HO train track, complete oval track measures 38" x 56"; 96.5 cm x 142.2 cm Ordering a Collection by Subscription Plan is for Smart Collectors: * Reserves the entire Chicago Cubs electric train set collection in your name so you never risk an increase on the price of other collectibles in this collection, or miss a single issue of this collection * Each issue will be shipped to you for your review, about one every month or two (pending availability), at the same low issue price and charged to the credit card on which your order was placed. No need to order each one separately * You may cancel your collection at any time with no obligation * "Issue One - the diesel locomotive" will be followed by "Issue Two - the B-unit engine with FREE HO gauge track," "Issue Three - a passenger collectible train car with FREE power pack" and additional collectible train cars decorated with Chicago Cubs artwork as they become available, $69.95
Wooden 3D Puzzle - Golden Gate Bridge - Medium by BC Bones
From the San Francisco Bay to your rec-room, this three-dimensional puzzle from the BC Bones Wonders of the World collection brings a landmark to life! You're the architect, putting the interlocking pieces together. They fit perfectly, so there is no glue needed. A blueprint is there to help you, and it's full of facts about one of the most beloved bridges in the world. Even better, the fruits of your labor are 60 inches long and 17 inches high!, $39.98
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