Melissa & Doug Deluxe Latches Board
by Melissa & Doug
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Toys and Games Reviews of Melissa & Doug Deluxe Latches Board
Customer Review: Kids love it
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought two of these, one for each of my girls, just because the board seemed small enough that I couldn't see them trying to play it at the same time. However, when I got the board, it is much bigger than what I thought! The latches are sufficiently challenging, but not impossible. The doors are easy enough for the kids to open once unlatched. They both love their "latches board" and play with them almost every night. They like to try to remember which animals are behind which doors, and they enjoy counting them and reading the numbers. This is a great toy, teaching problem solving skills, reading numbers, counting, and animal identification. My 2 and 4 year old love it. The only thing negative I might have to say against it is that once the kids figure out the latches, their interest wanes somewhat. However, both my girls continue to play with theirs. I think it will be uninteresting to them in a year's time, but a great toy for now.Customer Review: so cool
Summary: 5 Stars
my daughter (2.25 yrs) loves this toy. i heard about it from my mother, who is a 2 yr old teacher. they use it at the center that she works in. i am an advocate of switching toys out, so we own several puzzles and manipulatives that we can rotate in play. i let this one sit out for a while when we first got it, just to see how long it would keep her interest. it made it about 5 days. thats pretty long! the latches weren't as challenging as i hoped they would be, she figured them out rather quickly, but she still has fun opening and closing them over and over. my only reservation about the toy is the purple horse hiding behind door number one. my daughter was shocked that he is pictured with hands rather than hooves, and only one is pictured. this toy stands up to the durability standards that i have come to expect and revere from melissa and doug products. worthwhile purchase!Customer Review: Keeps little fingers busy
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought this for my 18-month old when she became obsessed with buckles and latches (especially the ones on her car seat and highchair). Some of the latches on the board are a little hard for her and she still has not mastered them, but most of them she can do well and will do them over and over again. One of the latches seems really hard to turn - even for me, but I think maybe it's just the way the piece was assembled (screwed in a little too tight).
I purchased our board at a local store and wasn't thrilled about the price of $[...], although I didn't have to pay for shipping. Considering how long my daughter has played with it (and still plays with it a few months later) I think it was a worth-while purchase. The board seems to be very sturdy and well built so I know we'll be able to pass this along to the next child for them to enjoy as well.
Customer Review: Fun for both 1 yr old & 2 yr old
Summary: 4 Stars
My one year old got this as a birthday gift. My husband joked that my boys were in the FAA Future Felons of America. Both of them enjoy playing with it my eldest 2 1/2 has figured out how to do all the locks (though he has difficulty with the "window" latch (it is a bit stiff). my one year old loves opening and closing the doors,while the eldest counts the animals inside. I love that it involves both motor skills, counting, color and number recognition. It is also a great toy to take to the restaurant (if you have a large diaper bag) since there are no parts to throw/lose. This product has also held up very well with the boys who are not always so gentle. While I love M&D products on principle, sometimes there is an issue w/quality (chipping/peeling, etc) i haven't found that to be the case with this one. I didn't buy it but I think it is worth the money.Customer Review: Great puzzle for kids who are getting a little tired of puzzles
Summary: 5 Stars
My 3yr old daughter is tired of wooden puzzles, but she could (and does) play with this one over and over and over again. This is a good way to challenge her and continue to push her fine motor skills.
There is something really fun for a little kid to be able (and be asked!) to do and undo the latches and locks that are usually out of their reach. The hinged doors are also a fun touch.
It is definitely a puzzle you will want to sit down and do with your child since some of the locks and latches are not completely intuitive for little hands. There are also some spots where the lock/latch will prevent the the doors from closing completely if they are in the way (especially the chain on the slider).
A lot of fun and a great rainy day toy!