LINGUO-COGNITIVE FEATURES OF PUZZLES IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK LANGUAGES
Abstract
<strong>Abstract</strong>: <em>Puzzles are a popular and challenging activity for young children and adults alike. At all ages, puzzles provide the chance to work towards a goal and, literally, put together the pieces of a story or narrative. With fun shapes and bright colours, large-piece puzzles are a favorite among small children, but they also offer an array of developmental benefits so children can learn new skills while they play. In this way, cognitive learning is characterized by comprehension, organizing ideas and applying knowledge through choice and evaluation. When children play with puzzles, they learn the power of choice and strategy as they begin to recognize and thoughtfully understand how pieces fit together to complete a larger picture. Children’s puzzles display themes and colorful pictures such as zoo animals, vehicles, numbers or alphabet letters. Playing with puzzles helps them to better understand how themes work together and fit into the world around them.</em>