Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (The Best Toy We've Ever Owned) 『This has been my kids' favorite toy for 2.5 years now. Nothing else even comes close. We bought the 32 pc. starter set when they were 2.5 yrs old, and quickly followed up by buying the 100 pc set. They just turned 5, and we've added two more of the 100 pc sets to their collection. I have BGG triplets and all three love to play with them, and every kid who comes over loves them. As my kids have gotten older, they've learned to build larger and more complex structures, and even use them to interact with other toys (e.g. building castles for figurines or bridges over railroads). I don't see them falling out of use for years to come. I recommend getting the translucent set as the kids like to put figurines and other toys inside their creations and want to be able to see what's inside. I don't recommend the 32 pc set as its difficult to build much with 32 pieces and its simply not a good value.
Pros: * Durable - We've never broken a piece despite being routinely stepped on, dropped, toppled, and thrown into a storage drawer. * Excellent play value - Kid's play with them frequently, and for long periods of time (up to 4 hours). The manufacturer recommends age 3+, but they're also great for kids younger than that. The magnets are pretty strong, so they hold structures well, and the kids don't get frustrated by things falling apart. * Easy to clean up and store - They're flat and magnetic, so they pick up fast, are easy to stack, and don't take up much space. Consequently, they're the first toy my kids pick up when asked to clean their playroom. If you're short on space and looking for a limited number of high-quality toys, this has to be at the top of your list. * Safe - The magnets are completely enclosed in plastic and can't come out. * Educational - You'd be surprised what can be made out of them.
Cons: * Not cheap - Sometimes you just gotta pay for the good stuff. They're still a great value, though.』
(Great for 4 year olds and older) 『This is one of the best toys we have given my son. He plays with them everyday. They are easy to use, have helped build his self confidence and he has become quite creative with them. We will definitely get another set at some point. We got them because these are HUGE at the preschool. I definitely recommend these to parents that want their children to broaden their creativity, improve their motor skills and help them with their self confidence.』
(Best toy ever) 『This has been my daughter's favorite toy from 2 to 7 years old. Her buildings just get more and more sophisticated and she integrates them into imaginary play. Adding an additional set of 32 allows for even more complicated buildings. My daughter says "This is the best toy in the world!!!"』
(Worth the outrageous expense) 『I really debated about whether to spend that kind of money on a plastic toy, but it was totally worth it. We saw this at the local children's museum, so I knew it must be durable. I bought this for my 6 year old, but all four of my children play with it. It was even a hit with the visiting grandparents at Christmas. It is such a uniquely interesting toy. I never could keep it cleaned up - the kids kept taking it out. I really recommend this product if you have the money to spend on it. If not, it's worth saving up or using that next gift certificate to offset the cost. A little suggestion from my 6 year old - put those battery operated candles inside your structure and it looks really cool!』
(Very durable building tiles) 『Bought as a gift for family members--ranging in age from 3 to 8. They all love it, but older kids&adults enjoy it too. The tiles have built-in magnets, and are the most substantial, durable pieces I've seen. Also easy to clean with all smooth surfaces.』 『3 years&up. For young children, taking flat objects and constructing 3-D objects is a new and exciting discovery. Magna-Tiles are constructed of bright translucent colors with magnets on all sides. The secret to construction is each piece's unique ability to attract, even when they are flipped.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Zhu Zhu Pet Blanket and Carrier) 『Really is not a necessity to have fun and use the Zhu Zhu pet. But is a nice added touch.』
(Color of blanket) 『I purchased 3 of the ZhuZhu pets hamster carrier and blanket. The purple one was just what I expected and my granddaughter was very happy, the two others were "blue". They may have been blue to some people but not to my other granddaughter and grandson. It was a greenish color. All three grandchildren were so excited about the hamsters that the color of the blanket and carrier really didn't matter. They love their little "pets".』
(pet n carrier) 『way over priced but I didn't know - I should have done more research before buying on Amazon. Toys R Us has them for $10. Kids liked it at first, educational value is none, it's just cute, but that has worn off. It's ok, just overpriced.』
(Sleazy carrier and mini-blanket) 『This product was cheaply made, skimpy, and not worth even $5, let alone what I paid for it. Granddaughter seems to like it, but then she is only 5 yrs old and has no idea what it cost.』
(WAY over priced rip off!) 『This item certainly exploited the demand that children had for the ZhuZhu line of toys this Christmas season. It cost about six times what the item was actually worth.』 『Super cute carrier for taking your Zhu Zhu Pets Hamster on the go and a snuggly blanket to keep them comfortable.』
price:$2.77
Learning Curve
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (baby loves it) 『my grand daughter just loves this moose and has from the very first site of it. It is always good for a giggle or two. Something about it just makes her happy. I would certainly recommend it!!!』
(Good toy!) 『I really like this toy, it is great for babies, it was a little bigger than I expected. My 4 months old is still figuring it out. He can't hang on to it very well yet, He will soon though and I think he will really like it!』
(Happy Toy for Happy Kid!!) 『This is my son's favorite toy. He loves all the different parts that he can teeth on. This toy is a lifesaver for my once fussy son.』
(He loved it!) 『It was a great purchase keeps him busy for a good 30 mins which is saying something since he's only 5 months lol』
(Kid loves it!) 『I don't know what it is about this toy -- the minute my 7-month old got it, he flashed a gummy smile and pounced on it. He's been playing with it every single day. We have other toys and teethers for him, but he always gravitates to this one. It's the one we travel with in our diaper bag. We have other toys that to my eyes appear more attractive, but he always loves to play with the moose.』 『This new Lamaze Play and Grow Moose comes complete with multiple textures and sounds to keep baby entertained, plus teether antlers. As with all Play and Grow items, the moose comes complete with a Lamaze link, making it easy to take along with you!』 『Mortimer the Moose will keep baby amused for hours with his many colors, textures, and sounds. His antlers are teethers, his feet are colorfully patterned and make a variety of sounds, and he chimes when you pick him up. From birth on up, Mortimer is a cute toy that will hold your baby's attention.
Cuddly, Stimulating Fun Even for the Youngest Baby The Lamaze Mortimer the Moose is part teddy bear--his body is soft and cuddly--and part teether--his antlers are a soft, sturdy rubber that's perfect for chewing. His tail is made of two rubber rings, ideal for baby hands to hang onto. His hooves are multicolored and festively patterned, which attracts baby's eyes. When your little one grabs the bright colors, the sounds the hooves make will produce even more delighted giggles!
Morti's Good to Go The Lamaze link on his back makes it easy to take baby's favorite moose along, and you can hang the toy over a crib, car seat, or play mat. Your baby can enjoy the chimes, squeaks, rattles, and crunches anywhere you go.
This well-built moose will stand up to the most enthusiastic play. Mortimer measures 11.5 x 5.3 x 2.8 (LxHxW) inches and comes with a 90-day limited warranty.
About Learning Curve Learning Curve offers developmental toys that engage children, and provide parents with peace of mind, knowing their children are being inspired and enlightened by safe and high-quality playthings. Learning Curve created the Lamaze Infant Development System working in tandem with parents, babies, and childhood experts. Lamaze ensures your baby will grow, discover, and learn with the right toy at the right time.』
price:$9.99
Hasbro Games
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great Game, Educational and Fun) 『Our daughter gave us this game before Christmas and we so loved it that we purchased one for our son's family. We had a large range of individuals playing (8 - 60) and everyone loved it! After a couple of trial runs through, even the younger kids got quite good at it. Everyone's answers reflected their age and experience thus the game allows even young children to come up with excellent and correct answers. The design of the game provides lots of fun as you listen to the amazing answers everyone comes up with. I'd recommend it wholeheartedly.』
(Great Family Game) 『We gave Scattergories as a gift to our 15 year old grand-daughter. We played it a lot during Christmas vacation. Everyone enjoyed it a lot. It makes the brain work. Super game.』
(Fun for wordies) 『If you love words you will love this game. it is easier to play with children then scrabble but just as mentally stimulating.』
(Lots of fun for the whole family) 『This game can be played with anybody and it really brings a room together. I bought this for Christmas and we played it for about 2 hours earlier in the day and then we played later at night for about 1-2 hours. Lots of fun with good times had with teenagers-older adults in their 70's.』
(Two words, LOooVE IT!) 『Mind boggling. You have a few minutes to think of words from a set of 12 categories all starting with the same letter. Try to think something creative and unique that the others won't guess as well. Double letters like 'Captain Crunch' will earn you double the points.
I was playing it yesterday with a group of 8 people. The game comes with only 6 pads and 6 sets of cards so we decided to team up in pairs. It worked out better than expected. We rolled the lettered-die, set the timer and ran to our corners.』 『The classic fast thinking categories game. Try to match categories using words that start with the same letter. Score points if no other player matches your answers. Now with more categories for extended play. Includes - 6 Folders, 48 Category Cards, 1 Answer Pad, 6 Pencils, 20-Sided Die, 6 Plastic Clip Strips, Timer, Die-Rolling Board, Instructions.』
price:$9.99
Lionsgate / HIT Entertainment
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great way to keep the little ones entertained) 『My 2 1/2-year-old is Thomas crazy! He loves the tracks, trains and this video is really a hit. It helps me a lot, because I work from home, and sometimes I need my boy to be focused on something for longer than 5 minutes, and this video does the trick. I also think it's a nice story and it has a pretty nice message.』
(Grandson loves it) 『My 2 yr old grandson loves this movie. He and I watch it during lunch--I can get him to eat vegetables better because he's so enthralled with the movie he doesn't realize what he's eating!!』
(Great Thomas Fun for my 4 and 2 year olds) 『If your kids are Thomas fans then this one will be a big hit. They loved the plot and all of the trains in it. Money well spent!』
(Nice!) 『My son love thomas so I bought it for him. He watched it over and over on the day I got it out from the package box. After that he doesn't want to watch it.』
(Feeling a tad ripped off.....) 『Only because when we saw the previews for this on another DVD, it showed Thomas' mouth moving, as if it were done in CGI. My son was totally geeked for that, which is the only reason I bought it. Not a bit of it done the way the preview was, he was horribly disappointed. While we both loved the video and Pierce Brosnan as the narrator, we both felt let down by the misleading preview.
Anyway, the story, songs&narration were wonderful, but beware it's not done in CGI, it's the regular Thomas show.』 『Thomas the Tank Engine stars in an all-new movie guest starring Pierce Brosnan as the narrator! Sodor Day is coming and all the engines are busy preparing. When Thomas gets lost in the mountains, he discovers the old town of Great Waterton! Soon the whole island is buzzing with the news of Thomas' discovery and restoring the town in time for the big day. Join the fun and meet a new engine friend named Stanley!』
price:$0.88
Doug
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Not quite as good quality as other Melissa and Doug) 『In general I am positive about this toy - its a good thickness, the pictures are recognisable and fun bright colours. After one or two goes of doing it together, my almost 3 year old can do this by herself now which makes her happy. However, the cuts of the wood were not perfect which made the puzzle difficult to get apart the first time and there was a couple of places the picture coating tore. It means they can be hard to get back together again if they arent lined up just so. We have the dinosaur one of the same series but had no problem with it so maybe we got a dud.』
(Good next step up from 12pc) 『Our 2-year-old loves jigsaw puzzles and the M&D 12pc truck puzzles were no longer challenging him. The 24pc was able to engage him again. He has since moved on to the large Goodnight Moon puzzle, but these were exactly what he needed at the time.』
(not up to par) 『I usually love all the M and D puzzles. However, this one - while it's colorful, beautiful, exotic,... - also broke a piece while my grandson was playing with it the first time. Granted, he loves to destroy stuff, but usually the M and D puzzles hold up just fine. So I was surprised that this time it didn't. But he still loves to play with it.』
(Shoddy Construction) 『This puzzle, and the Ocean puzzle from Melissa and Doug are paper on pressed wood. They are ok, but my little distructo managed to pull the paper off of one piece. Other pieces are splintering in the back. On the plus side, she loves the puzzle and puts it together over and over.』
(Melissa and Doug products are the best!) 『High quality construction.
Very nice looking art.
Love the wooden base.
Most importantly, my daughter absolutely loves these Melissa and Doug 24-piece puzzles, it will only be a few months before she is ready for the 48-piece ones.』 『This playful puzzle features bright, graphic illustrations of colorful safari characters. Made from solid-wood pieces that easily interlock and fit into a convenient wood tray. A wonderful first jigsaw puzzle. 24 pieces. 15.5" by 11.75" Ages 3+』
price:$2.58
Intex
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Comfy) 『I only used it one night and was comfortable. I especially liked that the edges were raised. Other mattresses I've been on made it feel like you were going to roll off. Aired up quickly and collapsed quickly as well. Bought it to use on vacation later this year....would probably be a more accurate review then.』
(Mostly comfortable . . . .) 『. . . But you and your bedmate better agree on how much air you want in it. If you make it too firm or too soft you won't sleep too well. It has a built-in pillow but I would still use a regular one. The built-in one is better served to keep your regular one from falling off the edge while you sleep. Inflation and deflation is super easy with the built-in pump. We bought it for use at my sister's house and it was either just the turn of a knob or the flip of a switch (can't remember which). We did have to return it for a leak in the seam, but as long as you buy it directly from Amazon and not a third-party vendor (Amazon has a longer warranty), you should be in good shape. They send you a relacement, if that's what you want, immediately, and you just have to return the other one. Better still, you don't have to send yours back first; they'll cross in the mail. I recommend inflating it and using it a few times to be sure there aren't any leaks so you're prepared for guests. Overall, though, a really good deal.』
(guest loved it) 『I got this for my sister and her boyfriend to sleep on New years eve and they said it was very comfortable and that they slept well on it. It does smell like plastic so make sure you use a sheet on it.』
(NEVER HELD AIR - Intex said TOO BAD we don't offer any replcement or refund.) 『from the first day we put air in it it leaked. Intex told me to use a spray bottle with soap in it to find the leak. I tried that, but you it is impossibe to get between the two mattresses. DO NOT BUT - YOU MAY AS WELL TAKE THE MONEY OUT TO THE BON FIRE.』
(Good but built in pillow kind of annoying) 『Good bed, used for almost a month solid when I moved with no problems. I would have to top it off every 2-3 days which is reasonable in my opinion. My only gripe with it is the built in pillow part makes it a little uncomfortable when you use a pillow. It raises my neck a little too much. If I had the choice again I would get one without this. On the other hand if I had some drunk friends spending the night and didnt have any extra pillows I could see how it would be nice to have the built in pillow then nothing at all. Overall though I am happy with the product.』 『Our mid-rise airbed provides all of the great benefits travelers are looking for in the comfort of a bed, plus the convenience of easy transport. Quality tested 20.8 gauge waterproof flocked top with 15 gauge vinyl beams and 16 gauge sides and bottom. Measures approximately 64" x 82" x 19.5"Made of dual chamber construction, the mattress is raised 17 1/2" from the floor for convenience Includes an A/C 120 Volt Electric Pump, built-in to the mattress. Inflating time is about 3 1/2 minutes. A built-in pillow provides additional bed-like comfort. Deflates completely for travel and storage. Includes a duffle bag for storage.』 『Offering all the benefits of the Intex Raised Downy airbed but with the added advantage of lighter weight and mid-rise height, the Intex Pillow Rest queen inflatable airbed is ideal for travelers who want the comforts of a bed but the convenience of a blow-up mattress. The Pillow Rest is equipped with a quality-tested, 20.8-gauge waterproof flocked top, along with 15-gauge vinyl beams and 16-gauge sides and bottom. The resulting surface is comfortable and secure, whether you're sleeping at the in-laws' overcrowded house or setting up a guest bed in the basement. In addition, the Pillow Rest is remarkably easy to inflate thanks to the built-in, high-powered electric pump, which does its job in a mere three minutes. No more fussing with tiring hand or foot pumps or rummaging through the garage for your detached electric pump. And should the mattress feel a little too soft or firm, you can customize the comfort level with the touch of a button.
The Pillow Rest is raised 17.5 inches from the floor, making it far taller than most inflatable mattresses, and includes built-in pillows for added comfort. And at 64 by 19.5 by 82 inches (W x H x D), the mattress is an official queen size, making it a good fit for fitted sheets. The Pillow Rest queen bed--which offers a capacity of 600 pounds--comes with an AC power cord, a shoulder strap, and a duffel bag. It's also backed by a 90-day limited warranty.
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (My 5 1/2 year old grand-daughter loves it!) 『She found this in a store and couldn't stop asking it questions...She was having such fun coming up with the funniest questions, and laughing at the answers it gave her. So, I couldn't resist giving her this one for Christmas. Amazon is great because they mailed all my Christmas presents for me :-)』
(It's a classic) 『An upgraded version of a toy I grew up with. My son is very creative in his questions and there are way more answers on the current version.』
(My 2 nephews love this toy!) 『I have had a Magic 8 Ball for several years. And when my two nephews come to visit, they grab it off the shelf first thing and start asking it questions. It is so fun to them!』
(Times have changed.) 『This was a great toy when I was little many years ago. I was so excited to pass this enjoyment on to my son, but the ball doesn't do much - of course it never did. In this age of super fast, overstimulating games it seemed so dull. It was also very hard to read the triangle cube - it never fully flattened against the window and the dark liquid blocked it out. The ball is what it is and my son does still play with it, but it is not in the top ten. I should have learned when last Christmas's Magic Rocks bombed.』
(Just old school fun) 『Set a Magic 8 Ball on a coffee table; kitchen; or in a guest bathroom or bedroom. A fun conversation piece and old school fun. If you can not think of an answer, just use the Magic 8 Ball; the answer appears. I had the old, old, original (some 45 years ago now), it's still fun to pick it up once in a while; back to the days when life was less stress full - childs play.』 『This magical ball may actually change your life! Just ask it a question then turn it over to reveal the answer. Ask it about matters of the heart-- will she be willing to go Dutch? Ask it about stock and bond choices-- did I see my broker on America's Most Wanted? Probe about the deep, dark secrets of friends and associates-- is that a toupee? Use for entertainment purposes only. (Please don't use it to bet junior's college money on a horse race. That would be a misuse of the ball.) Measures 4" in diameter.』 『Ever wish you could see into the future? If you answered "without a doubt" or "signs point to yes," you are in luck. It is easy to get a sneak preview into the future with Mattel's Magic 8 Ball. Take all the guesswork out of finding the answers to life's more perplexing questions. Yes, this is the same Magic 8 Ball you remember from the past, and it is just as reliable as ever. If you don't get the results you are after, you can always "ask again later!"--Alison Golder』
price:$14.99
KIDS II
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great!) 『We bought this for our 8-month-old great-niece for Christmas. She loves the lights, colors, and sounds. This is something she will grow up with and hopefully learn to love to create music! Highly recommended!!』
(Great toy) 『This toy was recommended by a physical therapist for tummy time. My son loves it. He'll stay on his tummy playing with me and this toy for well over half hour.』
(Baby Einstein Piano is an Absolute Favorite) 『Out of all the gifts my new Grandson received this year for Christmas this is his absolute favorite. He will not put this down for his other toys and the music makes him laugh and smile. With the recent connection to music and learning this is a must have for every child. Thank you Baby Einstein for providing quality learning in packages the kids cannot resist!』
(Does the job but could be better) 『I bought this toy for my 4 month old son, who is still in the "supported sitter" stage and therefore loves to sit in his stroller. He still doesn't reach the tray so I use toys that fit between him and the tray, this toy is the perfect size for that (he also has the vTech steering wheel, and vTech Baby's Laptop for this purpose and they are great if you are looking for the same size of toys#.
After seeing my son play with the piano a few times this is what I have to say:
PROS:
1- As with most Baby Einstein toys and videos, classical music is the main feature and I like that.
2- Different settings provide a wide range of sounds and therefore I don't think this toy will drive me crazy too soon.
3- Different languages set ups helps me expose my son to several languages which is great and I big factor in my decision when I buy a toy #we live in a bilingual home as it is, and the more languages the better as far as I know#
4- Perfect size for my son to play with it in his stroller #as I mentioned before that was my main goal#
CONS
1- The speaker is on the bottom of the toy. When playing with it in his stroller this is not too big of a problem #since it's on his lap -an irregular surface- but when we lay the toy on his "tummy time" blanket it's really hard to hear the sounds.
2- When you have it in the "number" set up and you press a key, it plays music, then if you press it the second time it says the number. I know that the musical aspect of this toy is the main feature, but in my opinion it'd be better for "cause-and-effect" purposes if the toy would always say the number (and maybe after that play some music) when you press the keys while in the "numbers" set up.
3- I wish it had all the musical notes. The toy only has 5 keys and therefore only 5 notes, but looking around I found that most piano toys for this age range only have 5 keys so this may just be a standard thing.
All together it's a very nice toy, as far as I can tell it's safe for my son (nothing can come off of it or anything like that) and my son is interesting in it enough to keep him occupied for a little while which is all I asked for.』
(Baby Einstein is a genius!) 『I purchased this Baby Einstein Count and Compose Piano as a Christmas present for my 10-month-old niece, Solemnity Rose, and she absolutely ADORES it! My sister had a hunch that she would be enamored with it, so she wisely made sure my niece opened all of her other presents before this one. She was right! My niece had a blast opening her presents- she got a kick out of tearing the bows and ribbons off&ripping open the wrapping paper. However, once she got to this one, she lost interest in everything else for the rest of the evening!
Having spent my life around children, I know how annoying toys can get when babies play with them over and over again, especially the ones that make noise! For some reason, though, I don't find this piano annoying at all. It's not as loud as a lot of other toys are, and the sounds are more soothing somehow- not as high pitched as most baby toys. There are 5 keys on the piano, numbered one through five, with three different sound modes. The first mode tells the baby the number of the key they're pressing in 3 different languages: English, French,&Spanish. The second mode plays a different melody for each key, and the third mode is the normal "piano" mode with musical notes corresponding to each key. The toy lights up every time the sounds are activated, shining different color lights on the consul's "dashboard." Plus, the dials on either side of the light can be swiveled, and there's a rattle on top of the keyboard that can be spun.
This toy has everything a baby loves- bright colored keys, a rattle, songs, musical notes, talking, and colorful flashing lights. Plus, it's very lightweight and easily supported on the baby's lap. Not to mention the price! I was shocked when I saw how affordable it was, because it is so perfect for babies and has so many features! In my opinion, this is the perfect gift for any baby, any occasion. Every child should have one of these!!!』 『Sing, count, play together! The Baby Einstein Count and Compose Piano features 3 exciting play modes. Piano Mode: Choose to play piano, flute or xylophone sounds.Counting Mode: Introduce your baby to numbers in three languages. Select English, Spanish or French and as baby presses the keys, they will hear numbers one through five in the selected language. Composer Mode: Encourage your baby to conduct a symphony of sound with the touch of their hands. Each press of a key activates melodies and dancing lights. Additional Information: Roller on top with colorful rattle beads, volume control. 4'' H x 9 1/4'' W x 5 3/4'' D. Requires 3 AAA batteries, included.』
price:$12.77
Learning Resources
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (dr) 『i bought this for my 2 yr old god-daughter! she is in heaven! we play "sick&dead" 1 falls on the floor&1 rushes to get the kit! rofl. its so funny! she knows which piece is for what.&we explain why. after her 1st dental visit(this week) she is even more involved. we may expand on the kit as more things happen. ty for the start!』
(Great doctor kit) 『I bought this for my 3 year old son for Christmas who told me he wants to be a doctor. He has had lots of fun playing with all of the different doctor items. The working pager and cell phone are great, although my 12 month old somehow messed up the phone (it kept making a constant, loud noise and we had to remove the batteries). The toys are durable and have held up to the playing. The hard plastic container is great as everything fits right back in it for easy pick up. The working stethoscope was a big hit, as well as the thermometer. I would recommend this toy for purchase.』
(Trish) 『It is always hard to tell from a small picture what a toy will be like. This product is very well made. My son has fixed everybody's "owies" many times over. He received it for Christmas and he has used it several times every day since. I would deffinitley recommend it.』
(Made a 6 1/2 year old happy) 『My daughter really enjoyed this set and set to work on me immediately with the included glasses perched on her nose and brandishing a stethoscope. The quality of the pieces is decent with batteries included (surprisingly) in the beeper and the stethoscope. The blood pressure gauge spins when the bulb is squeezed and the cuff is sized right for a small bicep. The stethoscope makes coughing sounds when pressed and the beeper beeps with an emergency light displaying. There is a syringe whose plunger works but in a safe fashion and then a couple of surgical tools. This toy is more than adequate for a safe medical make believe between little friends and has enough variety of items to sustain an extended role play. The box that contains everything is pretty sturdy and has solid catches to keep it closed. At the current price point of $18+, it is a reasonable buy.』
(solid set but maybe too realistic) 『I got this for my niece (2) and nephew (4) for Christmas and watched them play with it for a while. Some thoughts:
PROS Carrying case - All the pieces (20 or so) can be stored in custom-cut plastic cutouts. It takes a bit of strength to get them out the first time, but I'm sure it becomes easier over time. Electronic pieces - the stethoscope makes a heartbeat and coughing noise, and the pager makes some beeping noises when you push its three buttons. Decent quality - I'm sure this won't last for 10 years, but I think it will last until they outgrow playing doctor.
CONS Too realistic - the set comes with a scalpel and surgical scissors, and I had to explain what they were when my nephew asked. Kinda gruesome.
Overall a decent set though. Didn't see anything else on Amazon for the same price...』 『Enough medical tools for a team of young "doctors" to play at the same time. Plastic 19 piece set includes a battery-operated stethoscope, pager, realistic sounding cell phone, forceps, bandages, thermometer and more. Plastic clamp-tight carry case. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included.』