Five Star Gift Ideas

A jigsaw puzzle can be a really great gift for someone who loves history, dogs, and solving puzzles. Here are a few ideas to consider:

1. Custom Puzzle: Consider creating a custom jigsaw puzzle for your grandpa that features a historical scene with dogs in it. There are plenty of websites that allow you to upload your own image and create a puzzle, which could be a great way to personalize the gift. Depending on how challenging your grandpa likes his puzzles to be, you can choose from a range of piece counts.

2. History of Dogs Puzzle: There are quite a few jigsaw puzzles available that depict different breeds of dogs throughout history. You could consider getting your grandpa one that showcases the history of the breed he likes best. Ravensburger makes a 1000-piece puzzle called "History of Dogs," which features 36 different dog breeds throughout history.

3. Historical Image Puzzle: If your grandpa enjoys a certain period of history, you could look for a jigsaw puzzle featuring an image from that time period. For example, Cobble Hill makes a 1000-piece puzzle called "History of Aviation" which features various vintage airplanes. You might be able to find an image featuring dogs in a similar historical context.

4. Puzzle Board or Mat: If your grandpa already has plenty of puzzles to work on, you could consider getting him a puzzle board or mat instead. These are specialized flat surfaces that allow him to work on puzzles without having to leave them on a table or work surface. They often come with pieces that snap into place to keep the puzzle from getting jostled or knocked over.

5. Dog-themed puzzle game: If your grandpa wants something beyond just a traditional jigsaw puzzle, you could consider getting him a dog-themed puzzle game like Dog Pile or Dog Puzzler. These are games that challenge players to arrange a series of dog-shaped pieces into particular patterns or arrangements.

Ultimately, the best gift for your grandpa will depend on his individual interests and preferences, but hopefully these ideas give you a good starting point.

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he was born.