Alexander the Fat Tiger - The 24 Solar Terms
The 24 Solar Terms from Alexander the Fat Tiger celebrates the traditional East Asian lunisolar calendar, known in Chinese as 节气 (jiéqì), which divides the year into 24 segments.
Established in ancient China to guide farming and daily life with the changing seasons, the solar terms still shape cultural traditions and festivals today. This 2000-piece Showpiece puzzle brings them together in one charming, detail-packed scene, with snug plastic pieces that hold together when picked up – ready to frame. Thoughtful, personal and fun to build – the best kind of gift.
The details
- Design: Alexander the Fat Tiger - The 24 Solar Terms
- Range: Showpiece 2000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
- Pieces: 2000
- Finished size: 72.8 x 58.8 cm
- Product code: H3267
- Plastic jigsaw pieces
- Water-resistant printing
- Snug interlocking pieces that stay together when picked up
- Ready to frame when completed
Matching frames (sold separately): Dark Brown, Cool Gray, Rosewood, Oak, Chestnut, Zephyr, Mocha
Designs in this box:
- Lìchūn (立春) - Beginning of Spring: Marks the start of spring, indicating the end of winter and the beginning of warmer weather.
- Yǔshuǐ (雨水) - Rain Water: Signifies the arrival of increased rainfall, beneficial for spring planting.
- Jīngzhé (惊蛰) - Awakening of Insects: Warmer temperatures cause insects to emerge from hibernation.
- Chūnfēn (春分) - Spring Equinox: Day and night are of equal length, signifying the midpoint of spring.
- Qīngmíng (清明) - Clear and Bright: Clear and bright weather suitable for outdoor activities, also a traditional time for tomb-sweeping.
- Gǔyǔ (谷雨) - Grain Rain: Rainfall is crucial for the growth of grain crops.
Designs in this box:
- Lìxià (立夏) - Beginning of Summer: Marks the start of summer and the onset of hotter weather.
- Xiǎomǎn (小满) - Grain Full: Crops begin to ripen, but are not yet fully mature.
- Mángzhòng (芒种) - Grain in Ear: The time for planting summer crops.
- Xiàzhì (夏至) - Summer Solstice: Longest day of the year, with the most daylight.
- Xiǎoshǔ (小暑) - Minor Heat: Start of the hot period, but temperatures are not at their peak.
- Dàshǔ (大暑) - Major Heat: The hottest period of the year, often associated with heatwaves.
Designs in this box:
- Lìqiū (立秋) - Beginning of Autumn: Marks the start of autumn, signaling the end of summer heat.
- Chǔshǔ (处暑) - Limit of Heat: Heat begins to wane, indicating the approach of cooler weather.
- Báilù (白露) - White Dew: Dew appears as the weather cools down.
- Qiūfēn (秋分) - Autumn Equinox: Day and night are of equal length, marking the midpoint of autumn.
- Hánlù (寒露) - Cold Dew: Dew becomes colder, often turning into frost in some regions.
- Shuāngjiàng (霜降) - Frost Descent: First frost appears, signaling the onset of cold weather.
Designs in this box:
- Lìdōng (立冬) - Beginning of Winter: Marks the start of winter and colder temperatures.
- Xiǎoxuě (小雪) - Minor Snow: Light snow begins to fall, but the accumulation is minimal.
- Dàxuě (大雪) - Major Snow: Heavy snowfalls begin, and temperatures drop significantly.
- Dōngzhì (冬至) - Winter Solstice: Shortest day of the year, with the least daylight.
- Xiǎohán (小寒) - Minor Cold: Cold period starts, but not at its peak.
- Dàhán (大寒) - Major Cold: Coldest period of the year, often associated with severe cold weather.
Perfect for: Character fans and puzzle nights with whānau.
