numbered-dotpuzzle
nounUK /ˈnʌmbəd dɒt ˈpʌzəl/
US /ˈnʌmbərd dɑt ˈpʌzəl/
A puzzle where you draw lines between dots in number order to make a picture.
She finished the numbered-dot puzzle and found a hidden star.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A learning activity that helps children practice counting in order.
The teacher gave each child a numbered-dot puzzle to practice numbers up to twenty.
3. A drawing game where the finished lines reveal a hidden shape or animal.
The numbered-dot puzzle turned into a friendly dinosaur when all the dots were joined.
4. A simple puzzle used to teach hand-eye coordination and pencil control.
He improved his pencil skills by doing a numbered-dot puzzle every morning.