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Great Christmas present for my Grandson

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This toy was a fun addition to my 2 year old sons love of putting things together. I like that there aren't 50+ pieces and that pieces are re-used in different ways to form other things. I didn't like that the wheels were really not functional though. Overall I would buy it again

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My 2 year old loved this at first. He loves trains and helicopters, so this kept him busy for an hour or so. But after a few times playing with it, he grew bored of it and now it sits on the shelf. We do have a different model and that one got just the same use. As far as ease of use, he can't quite follow directions (though they are so very simple for an adult), but the pieces go together nice and easily, so he was able to put it together with our instruction and guidance. I would definitely consider this an educational toy.... perhaps a side step from Legos...but it also encourages a kid's imagination. You can follow the directions or not and the pieces still fit together. The quality of the pieces are sturdy, as well, and hold up well to a toddler's handling/abuse. The toy is recommend for ages 2+, but I'd be comfortable giving it to even a one year old. Overall, a good toy, but lacks in long-term intrigue.

Upon arrival, I thought this toy looked too difficult for a 26 month old boy. But immediately was proved wrong. We were able to build the train easily together, then took it apart to put away. After dinner, he got it out and built a train by himself but with propellers and was so proud. He keeps changing his design and shows it off. I told him to put all pieces back into the box so they wouldn't get lost and he surprised me by putting all pieces back into the box the next day. He isn't trying to build the pictured vehicles yet, but is having a ball making things his way.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My 2 year old loved this at first. He loves trains and helicopters, so this kept him busy for an hour or so. But after a few times playing with it, he grew bored of it and now it sits on the shelf. We do have a different model and that one got just the same use. As far as ease of use, he can't quite follow directions (though they are so very simple for an adult), but the pieces go together nice and easily, so he was able to put it together with our instruction and guidance. I would definitely consider this an educational toy.... perhaps a side step from Legos...but it also encourages a kid's imagination. You can follow the directions or not and the pieces still fit together. The quality of the pieces are sturdy, as well, and hold up well to a toddler's handling/abuse. The toy is recommend for ages 2+, but I'd be comfortable giving it to even a one year old. Overall, a good toy, but lacks in long-term intrigue.