Playskool Busy Ball-Tivity Center
by Hasbro
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: HasbroBrand: Hasbro
Release Date: 2008-08-01
Model: 09406
Product features:
- Treat baby to some poppin?, droppin? funtime with this air-powered activity set.
- Cute jungle animals and a ladybug entice little fingers to grasp and explore
- As the air starts to flow, lively music plays and animal sounds seem to bring this activity set to ?life?
- It?s a jungle out there ? and that?s what your baby will love so much about this air-powered play center
- Activity set comes with monkey and palm tree snap-in piece, 3 balls, 3 stacking pieces and instructions
- Royal Velvet 275-Thread-Count Pima Cotton King Comforter, Sail
- Eveready Alkaline Battery 8 Pack (D Cell)
Toys and Games Reviews of Playskool Busy Ball-Tivity Center
Customer Review: Great Choice with some Caveats
Summary: 4 Stars
I have 14 month old twin boys that received this two months ago for Christmas and they definitely enjoy it.
It has a good interactive platform for this age group and not just passive activity. They can activate the air flow and music by pushing the ladybug themselves, with caretaker controlling the on and off switch until they are a little older.
They can take the balls in and out of the spinner pond, put them on top of a stack to float or take them out and attempt to chew them and/or throw them around the room. The pieces like the animals and palms stack up and have nice spinners on them that are driven by the air velocity the toy generates. The music is pleasant and not entirely annoying, a bit of a jungle safari jig. One of my little guys always sways back and forth to dance to it every time.
The downside to this toy is the fact that you have to be an on top of it person to keep track of the pieces to this toy. Little ones aren't so good in letting you know which direction the ball went or where might they have put the palm tree. Keeping track of various toy parts is always a pain for parents and caretakers and this toy is no exception to that rule. This is especially true if you need it for allowing the child to be occupied while you handle some fun things, like doing dishes or paying bills, and not watching all the pieces like a guard at a Rodeo Drive jewelry store. Keep in mind you can order parts from the company, if needed. All is not lost if you lose a piece. If a piece is defective or missing to begin with, they will send you a new one.
I haven't noticed it sucking down batteries inordinately. I would appreciate it using AA batteries though, instead of D cells, as rechargeable AA batteries are easy to come by and a greener choice.
My own personal opinion is that toys should be rechargeable directly via adapter plug, if they don't come with the easy and convenient to recharge AA batteries. I don't know, seems to make sense that if we are creating mountains of plastic that will eventually hit the landfill, probably would be wise not to add tons of batteries to it as well. Good for the kids, fun now and less toxic stuff later.
I can see my kids finding this interesting for time to come, particularly if it's rotated in and out of the toys du jour mix. It likely will make a great pass it on toy for another little one.
It was money well spent here, but then again, I got in on a great Christmas deal. I paid less for this toy than what it would have cost me to go out and buy four gallons of gas Christmas 2008.
Sure was nice then when it was about the same price per gallon as a two liter of Pepsi or Coke. That mark was sheer excitement.
This should give your kids the same kind of thrill.
Description of Playskool Busy Ball-Tivity Center
So much to do in this musical "air-tivity" activity center! Tots will have a ball stacking and learning how to "put and take." The center includes three jungle stackers that stack on the table or on each other. Kids will be delighted as they watch each stacker magically come to life when powered by air. The center also houses a swirling ball pool and live "ball-cano" to encourage put-and-take play. A peek-a-boo monkey hiding in the palm tree adds to the jungle surprises and fun. Great for hands-on exploration and discovery. Requires four "D" batteries, not included. Measures 14"L x 18"W x 6.75"H.Treat your baby to some poppin', droppin' funtime with the Busy Ball-Tivity Center Assortment from Playskool. Designed for ages nine months and up, this air-powered activity center will delight babies with its high-rolling balls, exciting sounds, and adorable toys. This fun, stimulating, and durable set entertains baby, while also encouraging hand-eye coordination and healthy auditory and visual development.
 The Ball-tivity Center encourages hand-eye coordination and visual and auditory development. View larger. |
The Ball-Tivity features cute jungle animals and a ladybug that entice little fingers to grasp and explore. Mom or baby can press down on the ladybug to start the action and keep things moving. As the air starts to flow, lively music plays and animal sounds seem to bring this activity set to life. Parts appear to magically move, making this exotic adventure pure delight for a curious child.
 The bright colored balls swirl around the pool. View larger. |
The Ball-Tivity engages all of baby's senses, and encourages hand-eye coordination while introducing your child to the relationship between cause and effect. Colored balls swirl around the pool, inviting little hands to reach in and pull them out, then drop them back in to watch them swirl around and around again. You or baby can also place a ball on top of the volcano and see it hover. Stackable palm tree, elephant and alligator pieces all spin, twirl and chomp when placed on their separate ports, or they can be stacked for a different perspective.
The Ball-Tivity Center requires four "D" batteries (not included), and comes with monkey and palm tree snap-in pieces, three balls, three stacking pieces, and instructions. For your child's safety, all plastic fasteners should be removed and discarded before play.
What's in the Box
Ball-Tivity Center, monkey and palm tree snap-in pieces, three balls, three stacking pieces, and instructions.
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