Playshastra is an educational initiative that transforms school curriculum topics - especially from NCERT textbooks - into engaging puzzles to make learning more interactive and memorable for students.
Cognitive Benefits of Puzzles:
Improve memory, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Engage both hemispheres of the brain, promoting better coordination between logic and creativity.
Encourage neuroplasticity, helping the brain form new connections and adapt to challenges.
Types of Puzzles and Their Effects:
Jigsaw puzzles enhance spatial reasoning and visual perception.
Logic puzzles boost critical thinking and analytical skills.
Crosswords and word puzzles support language and verbal skills.
Impact on Mental Health:
Reduce stress and provide relaxation.
Act as a preventive measure against cognitive decline and diseases like dementia.
Promote a sense of accomplishment, boosting mood and motivation.
Practical Applications:
Recommended for all age groups as a brain workout.
Used in educational settings to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
Unlike traditional rote learning or screen based apps, Playshastra offers tactile, mind engaging puzzles that help children learn through play, develop critical thinking and retain concepts better.
Yes, all puzzles are mapped to specific chapters and learning outcomes in the NCERT Curriculum, ensuring that they create an interest in learning & gaining knowlegde in classroom.
Playshastra puzzles are best suited for students in Grade 6-9.
Teachers can use them as revsion tools or warm-up activities; parents can use them to help children revise concepts at home in a more relaxed, screen free setting.
Yes!, we work closely with schools for customized puzzle kits based on grade-level curriculum. Schools can also pilot our puzzles before making purchase decisions.
You can request a demo or place an enquiry via our contact us page, or simply WhatsApp us using the link provided at the bottom of page.
Our pricing varies depending on the topic and kit size. But most puzzle kits would be priced affordably between Rupees 299/- to Rupees 999/-
Currently, Playshastra is focued on hands-on, offline puzzle kits. However we will be working on incorporating interactive worksheets and downloadable content in the near future.