Recommended for children 3 and older, Magna-Tiles has turned out to be the surprise best selling toy of the 2011 holiday season. An interactive building toy, Magna-Tiles consists of magnetized tiles that can be put together in many combinations. This toy set is fantastic for small children in that it helps them to develop their logic and problem-solving skills. Math and creativity are also developed. Spatial development is the most exciting skill offered by this toy, as children will learn to create, then break down and re-create objects that are 2d and 3d.
The tiles included come in a plethora of sizes of triangles and squares, to allow for true logical learning and creativity. Each piece is unbreakable, so the set is safe for smaller children.
The set is available in clear or solid colors, to allow for the mixing of the two types to create buildings with clear windows. For smaller children, just one set should be fine. For older children, the addition of different sets would allow for expanded creativity and development.
Our testers noted that the tiles can be used to create building and playhouses for many other types of toys, such as dolls, action figures, even car sets. Some parents were ecstatic that their children were able to learn about geometric patterns and shapes so early in their childhood. From squares and triangles to trapezoids, the toy can be used to introduce children to math and geometry. Cubes, pyramids, buildings, homes, towers, these are just some of the possible items that children can build.
While the toys can be expensive, they are worth the expense, as most parents say Magna-Tiles are the toy that children will play with every day, as the possibilities for building and re-building are endless, as are the educational advantages.
Verdict — This is the toy of the year, a highly educational toy that kids don’t know or care is educational. A worthwhile investment for any child’s development and future.
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