We got a puzzle for Christmas, after the new year, we started it as a family. It was just what we needed: something to do, as a family, that was always available. Lessons in patience, organization, taking breaks, persistence, and more!
It was a blast! It came together slowly at some points, and at other times we seemed to get a lot done!
I ended up buying for two teens who had birthdays (they need analog things to do, and gift cards are too obvious). Then I purchased another for friends