Smokey Bear Children’s Puzzle (42 Piece Thick Board)
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A 42-piece thick-board puzzle starring Smokey Bear and his “Only You Can Prevent Wildfires” message. Assembled size is 14.5 by 10 inches, with chunky pieces sized for small hands.
- 42 thick-board pieces built to handle repeat play without bending or tearing
- Assembled size: 14.5 by 10 inches, a comfortable layout for a kitchen table or kids’ play mat
- Recommended for ages 4 and up, an early step up from chunky 12 and 24 piece puzzles
- By Impact Photographics, the same Petaluma, California publisher behind many of the Smokey items in national park stores
- Proceeds support the Black Hills National Forest and other BHPFA partner parks and forests
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Smokey Bear Children’s Puzzle (42 Piece Thick Board)
Original price was: $9.99.$8.00Current price is: $8.00.
20% Off
In stock
Shipping calculated in cart/checkout:Â Shipping rates for first items start at $7, calculated based on weight of total order.
A 42-piece thick-board puzzle starring Smokey Bear and his “Only You Can Prevent Wildfires” message. Assembled size is 14.5 by 10 inches, with chunky pieces sized for small hands.
- 42 thick-board pieces built to handle repeat play without bending or tearing
- Assembled size: 14.5 by 10 inches, a comfortable layout for a kitchen table or kids’ play mat
- Recommended for ages 4 and up, an early step up from chunky 12 and 24 piece puzzles
- By Impact Photographics, the same Petaluma, California publisher behind many of the Smokey items in national park stores
- Proceeds support the Black Hills National Forest and other BHPFA partner parks and forests
In stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
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Real USPS rates, no markup. The money we save funds trail crews and internships.
Join BHPFA for $30 a year -> get your code by email in seconds. -> Use it at checkout today. Show your card at hundreds of nonprofit park stores nationwide for 10% off.
Every item is selected or approved by rangers and staff. Your purchase keeps them on the front lines.
Description
What is the Smokey Bear Children’s Puzzle?
A 42-piece thick-board jigsaw puzzle for kids, featuring Smokey Bear in a forest scene tied to his wildfire-prevention message. Assembled, it measures 14.5 by 10 inches, which fits on a kitchen table or coffee table without taking over the room.
The puzzle is published by Impact Photographics in Petaluma, California, the same company that makes a lot of the Smokey Bear merchandise sold at national park stores, USFS visitor centers, and ranger stations across the country. Smokey himself has been the US Forest Service’s wildfire-prevention character since 1944, and his “Only You Can Prevent Wildfires” message is one of the longest-running public service campaigns in American history.
What’s included
- One 42-piece thick-board puzzle, packaged in a box that doubles as a storage case
Specifications
- Piece count: 42
- Assembled size: 14.5 by 10 inches
- Box dimensions: 5 7/8 by 8 1/4 by 1 5/8 inches
- Weight: 6.5 oz
- Material: Thick chipboard (recycled paper construction)
- Recommended age: 4 and up
- Manufacturer / publisher: Impact Photographics (Petaluma, CA)
- Character licensing: Smokey Bear is a USDA Forest Service character, licensed for retail use through the Cooperative Forest Fire Prevention Program
Who is this for?
Parents who want a step-up puzzle. 42 pieces is a good middle ground for kids who have outgrown 12 and 24 piece chunky puzzles but aren’t ready for a 100-piece. The thick-board pieces hold up to repeated handling without bending, which matters when a four-year-old is doing the same puzzle for the fifth day in a row.
Visitors stopping at a USFS ranger station or Black Hills visitor center. If your kid met Smokey at a campground program or saw the fire-prevention sign at a trailhead, this is a way to take that home without a stuffed animal or a poster.
Gift buyers for a 4 to 7 year old. It’s an inexpensive add-on to a birthday or holiday gift, and the wildfire-prevention message gives it a small educational angle without making it feel like a workbook.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces?
42 pieces. Each piece is thick board (chipboard), not the thin cardstock used in larger adult puzzles.
What age is this for?
Recommended for ages 4 and up. A 3-year-old who has done a few puzzles before can usually do this with a parent’s help; a 5 or 6 year old can do it alone after a couple of tries.
How big is the assembled puzzle?
14.5 inches wide by 10 inches tall when finished. Roughly the footprint of a sheet of letter paper turned sideways.
Who makes this?
Impact Photographics in Petaluma, California. They publish a lot of the Smokey Bear puzzles, sticker sets, and mini building blocks sold at national park stores and USFS visitor centers.
Is this the official Smokey Bear?
Yes. Smokey is a US Forest Service character. Officially licensed Smokey products go through the Cooperative Forest Fire Prevention Program, which is administered by the Forest Service, the National Association of State Foresters, and the Ad Council. Impact Photographics is a licensee.
What does Smokey actually say?
“Only You Can Prevent Wildfires.” The original 1944 line was “Smokey Says, Care Will Prevent 9 out of 10 Forest Fires,” updated to the current “wildfires” wording in 2001 to include grassland and other non-forest fires.
Are the pieces too small for a toddler?
The pieces are larger and thicker than a standard adult-puzzle piece, but they are not the giant 4-inch chunks you find in a 12-piece toddler set. For a confirmed mouther under 3, supervise. For most kids 4 and up, the pieces are sized correctly.
Does this come with a poster or guide?
No. The box has the assembled image on the front; that is your reference picture while building.
Does buying this support national parks?
BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, as well as the Black Hills National Forest and Nebraska National Forests & Grasslands. Proceeds from every purchase support education programs, conservation projects, and visitor services at these sites.
Every Purchase Makes a Difference
When you shop with Black Hills Parks & Forests Association, you are directly funding:
- Education programs — nature workshops, Junior Ranger activities, and homeschool adventures for kids across the Black Hills
- Trail maintenance — keeping hiking trails safe and accessible at Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, and the Black Hills National Forest
- Visitor services — park store operations, interpretive programs, and the staff who help millions of visitors each year
- Conservation — supporting the long-term health of public lands in the Black Hills and Nebraska
BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service in the Black Hills region. We have supported these public lands since 1946.
Additional information
| Weight | 20 oz |
|---|---|
| Brand | Impact Photographics |
| Dimensions | 5 7/8" x 8 1/4" x 1 5/8" (box) |
| Weight | 6.5 oz |
| Material | Thick chipboard (recycled paper) |
| Age Range | Ages 4 and up |
| Publisher / Manufacturer | Impact Photographics |
| UPC | 0802285354171 |
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