An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for teaching sequencing
principles. An educational toy is provided with a plurality of panels
that interlock with each other in a sequential pattern to form a
multi-sided enclosure. A coded element may be represented on at least one
of the panels. The coded element may be an element in a series forming a
sequence to indicate the sequence pattern of the various panels. The
sequence code or pattern to open the multi-sided enclosure is encrypted
in the structural design of the various panels. Additional educational
material may be represented on the various panels. In addition, an object
containing educational material thereon may be included in the interior
of the multi-sided enclosure.