Year Released: 2000

Size: 8½ x 11

ISBN: 978-0970043702

Pages: 48

Puzzles: 46

Puzzle Sizes: 33-350 Dots

Recommended Age Group: 8-108

Price: $7.95 USD

Description:

This first series of 4 books is an excellent gateway into the world of dot-to-dots because of its concise instructions and ample white space. Most of these new dot-to-dots number in the hundreds and include David's brand new interesting and inventive dot-to-dot variations. Each of these books appeals to puzzlers as young as eight, as well as older children and adults.
The (Original) Greatest Dot-to-Dot Book 1 published in 2000, contains the first challenging puzzles ever produced. There are five new puzzle style inventions which include Field of Dots, No Dots, Odd/Even, Sets, and Stars. Most of these new dot-to-dots number into the hundreds.
Readers will appreciate the fact that they can't tell what the images are before they start, as well as the twists and playful challenges that maintain excitement throughout the book. The final pictures cover a broad subject range, adding to the surprise element. This is a relaxing and fun book that will entertain young and old alike. Ages 8 to adult.

Quantities of each type of puzzle in this book

  2 - Field of Dot-to-Dots

  2 - No Dots Connect Puzzles

  2 - Odd/Even Dot-to-Dots

27 - Regular Dot-to-Dots

  9 - Sets Connect the Dots

  9 - Stars Connect the Dots

Regular Dot-to-Dot Puzzle preview from Greatest Dot-to-Dot Book #1

Field of Dots Dot-to-Dot Puzzle preview from Greatest Dot-to-Dot Book #1

Back Cover from Greatest Dot-to-Dot Book #1

"I love dot to dots and so does my family 10-89 The more we can get the better Have a Merry Christmas, Ellen"
Ellen, Fairview, OR

"No problems navigating the website (even though I'm visually impaired). My mom and sister love the books! Keep makin'em!"
Steven, Tucson, AZ

"I have fell in love with your books. I am a grandma and believe me you are never to old to enjoy these books not a day goes by that i don't pick up a book and use it. Thank-you for making these. My reading and dot-to-dot have made me a more relaxed person."
Janice, Plymouth, IN

"My daughter is still on book 1 but so far she is enjoying herself. Thanks, Judy :)"
Judy, Hackberry, LA

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  2013 Family Review Center Award

  2012 Able Play Rating

  2009 WTS 5 Star Toy Review

  2007 Major Fun Award

  2006 Oppenheim Toy Award

  2004 Dr. Toy's Best Classic Toys

  2004 Creative Child Award

  2004 Informal Education Award

  2003 National Parent Center Award

The Greatest Dot-to-Dot Book in the World: Book 1 is our best seller.

Each time there is an internal copy or external cover change (for example a new award), it becomes a new edition.

David created the books for ages 8 and older. Our biggest clientel seems to be the retirement community. A customer called the other day, mentioned she was over 80 and said "I hope I made your day because you make mine every time I do one of your puzzles"