Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Magnetic Pattern Blocks Set
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Melissa & DougBrand: Melissa & Doug
Release Date: 2007-03-13
Model: 3590
Color: As Shown
Product features:
- Includes 120 colorful geometric magnets to replicate the 12 included geometic pictures
- Incredibly low-priced
- Designed to bring endless hours of fun
- Great Quality
- Recommended Age Rating is 3 year and up
Toys and Games Reviews of Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Magnetic Pattern Blocks Set
Customer Review: Toy is educational, but made CHEAPLY!
Summary: 4 Stars
Pattern blocks are great school readiness toys for teaching spacial logic, shapes, coordination, concentration, etc. These are a nice set over-all. I wanted magnetic pieces for my boys since magnets help them keep track of the pieces. We sort them out on cookie sheets prior to working the patterns so they can see and find the pieces easily. It also keeps them from getting spread all over the table or floor. I was also looking for magnets since this will help hold the pieces in place a little more while the children work since small children tend to wiggle around and accidentally disturb their projects at this age.
My boys are 3 and 4 years old. There are patterns in this set that are just right for my easily distracted 3 year old, some that are a challenge to my much more focused 4 year old, and a couple that both of them will either grow into later or need assistance with now. The pieces fit nicely onto the patterns. All of the designs are very eye catching and engaging. I did notice a few things that I would change about the quality of this set if I could.
The board is made of a soft wood. I'm not sure what kind of wood it is, just that it has too much give for my comfort. The magnets are made of something similar to plywood. This is not good since they chip and peel. We have had the set for about 1 1/2 months and I have already had to repair some pieces with wood glue. This is in spite of the fact that my children are monitored as they use this product and have not been overly rough with it. The color on top is not paint. It is a sticker, which can peel off. I prefer paint. The pattern sheets that come with it are moderately heavy and glossy, so fairly durable; it would be nice if they were a little tougher to withstand pre-school and toddler clumsiness since this is a school readiness toy after all.
I wish that the strength of the magnets themselves was a tiny bit stronger so that they wouldn't slip around so easily on the board. I suppose it is good that they aren't extra strong since the size of the magnets would otherwise make them a health hazard if swallowed. However, my little guys get frustrated with the toy when the whole pattern shifts wrong with a little hasty touch. This will eventually teach coordination and concentration, I suppose. But for the age level it targets, it would help if the magnetic strength were a little more merciful on their chubby, clumsy hands.
My biggest beef is the case the toy came in. I am very disappointed with the case. It is not sewn together, just heat sealed/pressed. It started falling apart within minutes of use even though I was the one carefully removing and replacing the objects and not the children. I usually love the quality of Melissa and Doug products. I really expected better. I may be able to repair the case and strengthen it for the children, but I'm not sure.
Description of Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Magnetic Pattern Blocks Set
An appealing combination of magnets and wood, this pattern block set will keep kids engaged and entertained. Includes 120 colorful geometric magnets to replicate the 12 included geometric pictures. Measurements 14.5" x 12" x 1.5".Kitchen Playsets Toys
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