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Mattel
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Too unwieldy for a 4 year old) 『Bought for my 4 year old because of the heavy marketing campaign on tv. It didn't last very long, but he has enjoyed it even in parts. Certainly would be better for an older child』
(Hit of the party) 『My four year old grandson's face lit up like crazy as he described this toy when I asked what he wanted for his birthday. I believe it was all he expected. It was a hit. It appears to be quite durable and best of all requires no batteries.』
(Batmobile is awsome) 『Best batman toy ever. This is an excellent product, as all mattel products, its material is flexible where most products get broken. I love it.』
(it's a very nice toy for its value) 『I didn't really expect this toy to be that nice it's pretty fun to play with
I read earlier review saying it's difficult to control/play with, but I didn't find it hard to control at all
and the batman figure does look very nice, the only bad thing is it's stuck/glue on the batpod, took me an hour take the batman off the batpod』
(Dark Knight Launch batmobile) 『My son is a batman fanatic and got tons of joy out of this.Product was of excellent quality and not available in stores so it was extra special and exciting.』 『In The Dark Knight, Batman uses ultra-cool gear and vehicles to dismantle the remaining criminal organizations that trouble Gotham City. With the Stealth Launch Batomobile, one touch of a button reveals twin projectile missiles and becomes a launcher for hours of battle-play fun. Includes two vehicles and one 5-inch Batman figure. Batmobile measures 13.5" long.』
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Fisher Price
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Simple, but great toy!) 『My daughter loves playing with these. She likes the different shapes and colors. This is such a simple product, but that's part of what makes it so great...no batteries required!』
(Love it!) 『Sometimes I yearn for more basic simple toys such as this one. Not everything has to light up and make noise to be fun. My son loves this and carries it around by the handle all day sometimes. when he isn't shape sorting he is using it to lug his toys around the house. It is definitely durable (it would have to be to still be in one piece after my son got his hands on it).』
(A Simple Pleasure!) 『My daughter got this toy for her first birthday. She's 17 months now and still likes playing with it. She will actually spend a considerable amount of time (considerable for her two second attention span...) trying to get the shapes in the right holes. She likes when we play together and I can help her find the right hole. She also likes to pick out the colors that I specify. The lid does come off easily, as others mentioned. However, I don't really see this as a negative. If it didn't come off, my daughter would try, get frustrated, and leave the toy altogether. At least the way it is, if she gets tired of trying to put the blocks in the holes she can just take the lid off and do it that way. Plus, once they're all inside she can dump them back out, which is possibly more fun then putting them in in the first place. She also likes the handle so she can carry it around with her. All in all, a great toy!
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(toddler blocks) 『I purchased these blocks for my grandson for a chirstmas gift. I know he will learn from them as they have brilliant colors, to keep him envolved in playing with them. The different shapes that they come is a great so he can learn as he is playing with them. I love that it comes with a container to keep them all in when done playing daily. I definatly would recommend these for any small child. they are big enought as not to have to worry about a child choking on them.』
(Entertaining with No Batteries Required) 『My one year old really enjoys these blocks. We stack them up for him and he likes to knock them down. He also gets a big kick out of putting the blocks into the correct holes and taking the lid off and putting the lid back on the box. The toy comes with ten plastic blocks in five different shapes and they are the perfect size for little hands.』
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Fisher-Price
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Boring for those over 3) 『My daughter had this from her toy library one week. She just turned 4. She found it very boring, as did I. It would be ok for a 2 year old.
Very heavy and bulky, and not much to do with it.
Personally, I'd buy Playmobil 123 for a young child. It's more interesting, also more aesthetic. This is kinda ugly.』
(Great fun and educational toy!) 『My two boys love this farm. It is very good at helping them learn their animals and animal sounds and it keeps them occupied for a long time. The fur adds another educational edge, as the children learn textures. Great for children with sensory integration issues, as Easter Seals recommended the toy my neighbors son with Aspergers.』
(Fun and educational wrapped in one neat package) 『This was purchased for my Grandson who just turned 2. During the 4 days that he was visiting us he spent many hours playing with the farm. It is very durable and a great value. I would highly reccomend the toy for any toddlerFisher-Price Little People Animal Sounds Farm.
A happy Grandpa』
(fun toy for the barn lover) 『My 2 1/2 year old son loves barns&I had to get this for him. He loves the door that goes up&down, makes the animals go in&out&just can play with it for hours. I do recommend this for parents to get for their kids.』
(Animal House?) 『"Animal House?" That's what my 2.5 year old asked when I showed him this toy. I said, yes, and they call it a "barn!" Well, the next time I said animal house, he corrected me, "no, barn!"
There is something wholesome about farm toys, and our older son cannot get enough of 'em, so this toy was an instant hit. Our younger son is 8 months, so I bought this with him in mind as well, thinking our older son would outgrow this toy pretty soon. But for now, he's really into this toy and animals in general.
One nice thing is we live on the edge of the city, so we can actually point out barns and farm animals on weekend drives.
The toy itself is just fine for the money. I think FP must have dropped the fake fur, cuz I just bought this and there was no fur. Five animals + farmer and all have a sound except the goat. It's a simple, compact toy which is what I was looking for. I was able to find a cheaper at a local retailer vs. Amazon (sorry guys, but I give you plenty of business so I'm not feeling at all guilty, just honest)!』 『With fun animal sounds all around and plenty to do, little ones will discover what a busy place the farm can be. "Neigh" says the horse,"baaa" answers the sheep, "cluck!" chirps the chicken, "moo" ... says the cow, "oink!" ... squeals the pig. They'll even discover what some of the animals feel like, when they pet the "cottony" cow, "hairy" horse, "woolly" sheep, and the "squiggly" piggly tail! From "furry" to "fuzzy" and everything in between, Touch&Feel Animals are a fun way to introduce children to a world of interesting textures and help develop their sense of touch.pAs toddlers grow, they'll learn about life on a farm that's just their size, with Farmer Jed and his animal friends! The farm includes Farmer Jed, cow, sheep, horse and pig; the chicken stays attached to the barn. Figures are surface washable with a clean, damp cloth. All pieces store inside. This playset also comes with a special free sampler DVD featuring three charming stories of the Little People friends. Playset requires 3 "AA" (LR6) alkaline batteries, not included.』
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Radio Flyer
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (GIFT FOR THE CHILD WHO HAS EVERYTHING) 『I bought this as a Christmas present for my son. He loves it and it is something that he will be able to keep for a long time. It is great for hauling a lot of things of course. You can use it for hauling foodstuff at picnics or when going camping. We love it!!! One of the boards was damaged accidentally, so I went to Radio Flyer's website to check into buying a replacement part. Radio Flyer's customer service team shipped out a replacement within a week's time, NO CHARGE.』
(Simply the best!) 『I checked all over in preparing to buy a little wagon for my grandchildren. Many were too flimsy, or poorly made. This one was very nice at a very good price and Amazon made it so easy. My grandchildren are now happily being towed around in their new wagon by my daughter and son in law who love the wagon and use it all of the time.』
(Great wagon!) 『I did several searches and read many reviews before deciding to buy this wagon. I had it narrowed down to this one and the John Deere w/sides. I went with the Radio Flyer because I really wanted the durable sides and steel construction. I also needed the All Terrain Wheels for our country property. My son is too little to pull it himself, but has five older cousins who love to take turns hauling it around. It has held up very well. It pulls through sand, dirt, over small rocks, up little hills, over curbs (mowstrips), through grass and gravel lined driveways. I am impressed with the ease of use. It has carried around six different children, toys, rocks, and the occasional dog and is still in great condition. (It is 9 months old). I would recommend this to anyone wanting a nostalgic, durable, toy wagon.』
(Red Radio Flyer) 『Some people buy a 55 Chevy to relive the past. Been there! Try this wagon after you get the Chevy Biscayne.. It's better than the one I got for Christmas back in the fifties. Even better with the large wheels. You won't be disappointed! Excellent product.』
(Fantastic wagon!) 『This is by far the best wagon out there! The real/air tires are great because the kids don't have to feel every bump. And it makes for a great ride with the pads that you can buy seperately.』 『Wagons don't get much tougher than this one. Sporting fat pneumatic tires and rugged, stainless steel construction, this jumbo Radio Flyer wagon can haul topsoil as easily as toddlers, ably handling any kind of terrain with its 3-inch-wide, 11-inch-high rubber wheels. With a 16-by-34-inch bed, the wagon provides ample room for five or six grocery bags--or a couple of kids (maybe even one more if they're small). Six-inch-high, removable wooden side rails give the 4-inch-deep bed even more hauling power, and a nearly 3-foot-long steel handle with a plastic grip provides the pulling power.--Paul Hughes』 『It's a full-sized stake-side wagon with natural finished select wood sides and inflatable pneumatic tires for smooth travel over rugged terrain. The original Little Red Wagon design makes this wagon a classic. The high wooden stakes and big brawny air tires allow it able to handle on or off road adventures. Features full-sized all-steel seamless body with no scratch edges, extra long handle for easy pulling, no-pinch ball joint to keep fingers safe, fold-under handle for easy storage and controlled turning radius to prevent tipping.』
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Hasbro
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Highly Education and Highly Tedious) 『Let me say this game it perfect for teaching basic game rules and counting.
That said, this game is so tedious, it even bores ritualistic 3-7 year olds.
You put the cherries on the tree, you move them one by one into the bucket, and just when someone has almost picked all the cherries and the misery is almost over, you spin a dog, bird, or spilled bucket and start over again.
Utter torture.』
(Like the new various colors) 『We used to have my sister's kids older game and all of the cherries were red. We lost some pieces so we bought another game. The new games have four different colors. This makes it easier to keep track of the cherries. They even give a couple more of each color in case you lose some. However, just like the original game, the cherries are small so they pose a choking hazard if played around younger children.』
(great educational toy but be careful with the small parts) 『My daughter who is 3 1/2 and her cousin who is 7 had a good time playing this game together but adult supervision needed to be close at hand to help out with the concept of sharing ect. It is a great way to learn about different fruits, numbers, counting and colors. My son who is 2 and our nephew who is 3 1/2 tend to put quite a few things in their mouths so I was a little concerned and stayed right there while they were both playing the game or watching the girls play because I was concerned about the possibility of choking. All and all it is a great educational game full of great opportunities to teach the fundamentals of colors and counting as well as sharing.』
(Hi, Ho Cherry-O) 『Seriously, who doesn't love this game? Very tolerable by adults to play. Teaches counting and my child still enjoys playing (she is 6) after having it several years. If you don't have it, you should get it. It is quick and easy to play so kids don't get bored mid game. Sure sometimes the cherries can get knocked off the tree, but my daughter figured out if you put the little stem part down inside the hole that hardly ever happens. Recommend! It would be a good staple to your game collection.』
(Hi Ho Cherry O) 『This was a cool game when I was a boy. Now my son will learn to count and have fun with the family too.』 『Round and round she goes. Hi Ho! Cherry-O is the counting game in which players race to be the first to have 10 cherries in their basket. A spin of the arrow determines your fate. It will instruct you to pick one, two, three, or four cherries from your tree and put 'em in your basket. That is, of course, if you don't land on the bird or the dog, requiring you to take two cherries from your basket and return them to the tree. And try not to land on the spilled bucket or--you guessed it--spill the contents of your basket or you start over.--Alison Golder』 『For over 30 years, Hi Ho! Cherry-O has delighted children and parents with its simple-yet-fun introduction to counting. Children try to be first to pick their trees clean, filling their buckets with cherries. Just watch out for the dog, the bird, and the spilled bucket! Colors and parts may vary. No reading required. Includes gameboard, four cherry buckets and 40 plastic cherries.
IPhone 3G used's review (Good for toddlers too) 『Recommended age for this toy is 36 months, but my 20-month old daughter was never a "mouther", so I wasn't too worried about her swallowing small parts. She was very fascinated by these cars, and she figured out the concept of pegs and holes surprisingly quickly. She was able to put together various cars by herself and entertained herself for 30 minutes at a time, a very long time for a young toddler. We might increase this collection in the future, but it was definitely one of the best toys for her in her second year of life. 』
(Fun and Cool!) 『We got our son his first automoblox mini when he was around 2.5 years old. He needed help pulling off the tires and putting them back on. Then he kept dropping it off the second floor into the entry downstairs (not a recommended usage), and one of the wheels actually cracked, but Daddy fixed it w/ super glue. It got put away for a few months until he could resist the temptation to conduct more gravity experiments. After age 3, he had a blast taking it apart, putting it back together (all by himself), and driving it around. It's also helping him figure out what the different car parts are called. We've got a long car trip coming up, so I ordered this 3 pack to keep him occupied on our journey. I know he'll love having more mini automoblox to play with.』
(TOP QUALITY AND OH SO FUN!!!) 『My three year old son and I had been "window shopping" these products online for a few months before his birthday. We gave him several full size and several minis so he could change the parts around. And oh has he!
These cars are solid blocks of wood. The plastic seems durable as nothing has been scratched yet. We have rolled them into the island a few times but have decided not to "crash" them as they are just too nice. They are heirloom quality. No one will be handing these down so go buy your own!!!
My husband and I joked about a commercial where the parents put the children to bed as fast as possible, scrambling around so they can get back to playing with the automoblox. We were cleaning up really!
If you aren't satisfied with these products, nothing will make you happy.
I could go on and on but I think you should just by a few and find out for yourself. One is definately not enough!
***The reviewer who gave this one star was upset with the seller and put his review in the wrong place. But the AUTOMOBLOX people are top-notch in customer service and will reply to you directly if you contact them via their website. (I only wrote to thank them for such amazing vehicles and to inquire as to when the white one and more minis would be available.)』
(A t great gift idea for all ages!!!) 『I purchased this toy for as a gift for my nephew (age 3). He was a little disappointed in the gift only because he couldn't get them away from his dad and my son (age 9). They all really enjoyed making taking the pieces apart and creating new and different rides. I will definetly make another purchase.』
(Kids have to fight me to play with them) 『Fantastic little cars from Automoblox. Bought them for my kids after not being able to find them in the stores. They have the same durable construction and sleek design as their bigger counterparts. My kids loved showing them off in pre-school, and I typically keep one or two at my desk when I need a minute of diversion. Great birthday toy for 2-4 year olds; no one else will bring the same thing! Can't wait until the different colors and styles come out. Keep the box -- these are sure to become a collector's item.』 『The Automoblox Mini line is a scaled down version of the tradional Automoblox car. It features future-retro styling and fits in the palm of your hand! Mini cars have a new universal connector system that enables the rapid interchange of parts, further accentuating the fun factor of creating different car styles.』
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Mattel
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Lots of Fun for boys!) 『My boys 2.5 and 7 absolutely love this toy. They especially likw the alien and the alien spaceship. They love all space things and this fits nicely with some of their star wars play sets. My 2.5 year old has even been taking the little alien ship to bed with him at night! This is a great set for any kid who are into spaceships.』
(Excitement for several ages) 『When I gave this gift to my 5-year old grandson, several of his older cousins (6-12, male and female) all wanted to play with this. They played for several hours and then we finally had to put the toy away so that our grandson could enjoy his new toy. It's been about two weeks now and he (and his siblings) are enjoying this toy very much. He plays with it everyday and has fun creating different objects.
It is well made and very durable (trust me - my grandsons are not real easy on toys). This one has been tried, tested, and passed with flying colors.』
(Suprised) 『I am so suprised at how this toy has survived over the last week. It came out looking pretty cheap and destructable, but after a week of heavy play by 3 rough boys, it it still all in working order. There are enough pieces and combinations that everyone is content to play with a section at a time. Our 3 year old twins have no problems pulling it apart and putting it together in new combos by themselves. A nice bonus.
I am very happy this toy has worked out.』
(Worth the wait) 『I ordered this in March and was sent an e-mail within a week or two that it was on back order. I waited 4 months for it to become available, ignoring the e-mails Amazon sent suggesting I could cancel the order. Since arriving last week, my five year old son has barely looked at any of his other toys. He has developed intricate stories around the many different parts of the toy, which includes rocket, space shuttle, launcher, UFO, and can be mixed and matched to more varieties of space ships than he will ever need. The entire line of Mega Rig toys have proven to be one of my best investments for encouraging my son's story telling skills. Their are so many things you can do with them and they are easy for a five year olds strength and abilities. There are many small parts that require you to keep track of them, so get a small basket for safe keeping when not in use. If you lose too many of the small parts the changing forms of it are limited.』
(Fantastic Toy) 『This is an amazing toy. My 5-year-old got it for his birthday. He loves it! There are so many different ways to put it together and it is pretty easy to figure out how. Plus it doesn't have to be put together any certain way so the imagination can take over and play can continue without any frustration. It is a bit difficult to open the cargo doors and they fall off pretty easy, but they also go back on easily. The only real negative is the alien space ship makes an obnoxious sound. I wish I had taken the battery out before I gave it to my son. The biggest pro is that it will be a toy that he can play with for many years before he outgrows it. I do wish there was more than one astronaut. All in all Im very impressed with this toy.』 『Little astronauts have all the gear they need to explore the reaches of outer space with the Mattel Matchbox Mega Rig Space Shuttle Mission Set. Using parts that snap together easily, kids will love building 30 different space crafts and inventing new worlds to explore. While the set is recommended for explorers aged four and up, it has small parts that make it inappropriate for children who require constant monitoring.
The Mega Rig lets you build 30 different space crafts. View larger.
Kids can use their imagination to create intergalactic space fights. View larger.
What We Think
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The Good:Durable building system encourages imaginative play
The Bad:Lots of small parts to keep track of
In a Nutshell:The Mega Rig Space Shuttle Mission Set provides hours of fun constructing space vehicles and thinking up places to explore
At a Glance
Ages:4 and up
Getting Ready for Your First Mission Since part of the fun is in thinking up ways to build a spacecraft from the many different parts, this Mega Rig set is ready to go without any difficult or time-consuming set-up. The set includes simple, illustrated instructions that will help you and your child build a large space shuttle with an exterior fuel tank and an all-terrain vehicle base that can be used as a launching site. The instructions include photos of other possible configurations and illustrations showing important details such as how to launch missiles, lock the shuttle's arm in place for space walks, and the many ways to combine Mega Rig wheels.
The UFO included in this set features other-worldly lights and sound, and it is powered by three button-cell batteries (AG13/LR44). Test batteries are included, but you will want to purchase another set just in case. The Shuttle Mission Set is compatible with all Mega Rig building systems, making it easy to combine different sets and inspire kid's creativity.
Galactic Exploration Once a spaceship has been assembled, there are plenty of missions your child can accomplish. Between launching the satellite into orbit and coordinating an exploratory space walk, your child will be busy watching out for missiles shot from the UFO with its alien inside. The durable octagon shaped connectors hold pieces of each space craft together until they are pulled apart on purpose.
Our favorite configurations included snapping the bright orange all-terrain wheels onto the shuttle or UFO for land adventures, combining the shuttle and the fuel cell into one gigantic space ship, and loading the launch pad with accessories to create a headquarters for operations on distant moons and planets.
Other cool features include a space arm controlled by a lever, an oversized astro grabber for moving equipment or keeping the alien at bay, and plenty of fun compartments for the astronaut and alien to hide in. Your child will surely want to take this shuttle everywhere, but with so many small parts to keep track of, traveling with this set can require extra attention to detail.
Long-Lasting Imaginative Play The sturdy plastic shuttle and its accessories held up well throughout our vigorous test missions, and the Mega Rig building systems are known for their durability. The moving parts and hinged compartments that make this shuttle so much fun could potentially come apart with lots of rough play, but we found the system to be extremely durable.
With the alien and the astronaut ready to be your friend or enemy, and the ability to make more than one vehicle at the same time, this building system is great for cooperative play or a single child with an active imagination. The ability to combine and recombine parts in so many ways offers a new experience every time your child picks up a piece of this shuttle system, so the fun never runs out.
What's in the Box 33 parts that can be assembled into more than 30 different space vehicles. 』
『Not even NASA has a shuttle that's this much of a blast. This Mega Rig building system starts as a gigantic spaceship and then becomes 30 separate super-cool space vehicles you can combine any way you like. Plus, it has lots of really cool accessories, like a space arm to grab things, an ATV and a UFO with a space alien inside. But don't let the alien and its flying saucer drag you away; the 30 out-of-this-world combinations mean that the Space Mission vehicle promises hours of fun and imaginative interplanetary adventure. Requires 3 AG13 button-cell batteries (included). Shuttle placed horizontal on transport measures 18"L x 10.5" W x 11"H. Shuttle placed vertical launch measures 12"L x 10.5"W x 18"H. Alien Spacecraft measures 5" diameter x 2.5"H.』
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Hasbro
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Cute) 『Cute. Inflatable so I'm not sure how durable it will be. Kids love the tablcloth!』
(Cute but can give younger children problems.) 『My daughters have this table set to go with their Rose Petal Cottage. It is cute but of course it is inflatable so little ones have to be careful not to tip over trying to sit on the chair. But it is very light and easy enough for a youngster to move around and put wherever they want.』 『Set the table for fun with this table and chair set that¿s sure to be a hot spot in your house! The inflatable chairs are just the right size for your little girl to gather her friends around the table for sharing everything from snacks to secrets! The dainty tablecloth adds that special touch for tea parties and little ladies who lunch! Set comes with2 inflatable chairs, inflatable table with fiberboard base and tabletop, fabric tablecloth and instructions.』
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