Why is this one recommended for ages 8 and up, while the "double ladderball" model (not metal) is recommended for ages 4 and up?
1348336
I wouldn't recommend the ladder ball game for anyone under 4 yrs old. The strings that attach the balls can be a choking hazard. Our set is made of metal.
1348337
I'm willing to bet because the metal one is heavy and is put together with hand screws (a choking hazard) and the pvc one is light and just slips together. We had them both and they play the same.
1348338
The non metallic model is light weight plastic and would do less injury if it were to fall over onto a toddler. That's my best guess.
1498751
I totally agree with girard's response. You might want to look at this item too ...http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000P1PVMQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_55?qid=1381330005&sr;=8-55π=AC_SX110_SY165My 2 and a half year old really enjoyed playing this. Kids can make thier own shapes and towers as per their imagination.
711685
My 7 and 8 year olds do great with it. My 5 year old struggled. He mostly just runs around and hits things. The Lego games are great because they are much like puzzles. You have to try and figure out the sequence of actions are before you can move forward. This proves a little challenging for my 5 year old and I would think most 4-5 year olds would enjoy it for the fact that they can "be Iron Man" or other character but they won't progress much in the game on their own and may get bored after a few minutes and want "help". Hope that helps.
2242618
In my opinion, any child from 1-2 and up would have fun playing with it, however, it has small coins that they can put in their mouth, I would say its safe for kids older than 3. My 5 year old got it for Christmas last year, and seems like she will be enjoying it for many years to come since she loves to play store.
1118257
My granddaughter is 23 months old, and although she still plays inside the "tree house", she doesn't care much about all the activities anymore. I spend more time looking for the lost balls and shapes than she spends playing with them. I think it is best suited for ages 8 to 18 months. It's going to my daughter's house for her 8 month old now. I think she will get more use out of it. However, the 23 month old does enjoy sitting inside it with her toys, so I have ordered her the Beauty Boutique Play Hut.
696468
I think 8 is a great age for this toy. My 4 and a half year old just made his first working combination on his own after having the toy for 6 months. I find the toy very entertaining and potentially challenging as an adult. Its a quality toy with many possibilities. I would think a 10 year old would still be pretty engaged with this toys. All ages that have used it at our house really enjoy it.
1973306
I can't say what age it is recommended for but I got this for my daughter right after she turned a year old. I found she was wanting to climb up things. She hadn't started walking at that point. She loves the slide, going both up and down it. When she is on top, she just grins. It has one open side, so I offer caution to always be within arms reach while playing.
2111173
Not sure, but little feet shouldn't be climbing the ladder. It's for a 6 year old or older.
984541
The box says 6 & up, but the Amazon description says 3 and up. We personally gave it to our 2 year old son and he enjoys playing with them (though actually building with them is a challenge at his age). Older kids that come over to play also have fun with them. I love magnets so I guess it's even appropriate for 31 year olds. :)
2173031
I'd say it's best for 2/3 to 6/7 year olds. I have a 3 yr old and 5 yr old who play with it a ton (both girls) and their big brother (8 yrs old) joins in sometimes but loses interest quickly.
1556215
Manufacturer recommended age: 36 months - 15 yearsBut I bought for my kids when they were about 2.5 years, so that would be about 27-28 months, a little younger than what they recommend - this might be because there are small parts - "Screws" which a child maybe could swallow; my kids didn't put the toys in their mouths, you probably could take the smaller parts away and just let them play with the larger tools - hammer, wrench, screw-driver etc... They kids love this toy.I dont know what the manufacturer is talking about up to 15 years, must be a standard thing, I cannot see a kids playing with this beyond 5 or 6 years old. Manufacturer recommended age: 36 months - 15 yearsBut I bought for my kids when they were about 2.5 years, so that would be about 27-28 months, a little younger than what they recommend - this might be because there are small parts - "Screws" which a child maybe could swallow; my kids didn't put the toys in their mouths, you probably could take the smaller parts away and just let them play with the larger tools - hammer, wrench, screw-driver etc... They kids love this toy.I dont know what the manufacturer is talking about up to 15 years, must be a standard thing, I... » Read More Manufacturer recommended age: 36 months - 15 yearsBut I bought for my kids when they were about 2.5 years, so that would be about 27-28 months, a little younger than what they recommend - this might be because there are small parts - "Screws" which a child maybe could swallow; my kids didn't put the toys in their mouths, you probably could take the smaller parts away and just let them play with the larger tools - hammer, wrench, screw-driver etc... They kids love this toy.I dont know what the manufacturer is talking about up to 15 years, must be a standard thing, I cannot see a kids playing with this beyond 5 or 6 years old. « Show Less
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The recommendation listed ages 5 to 12. My son is 8. This toy can't take a lots of abuse without breaking. I started buying different Hexbugs for my son last year. The only other thing I recommend is buying extra "Hexbug" batteries, which are also available on Amazon.
2276759
I bought this when my little one was just over 2 years. It was intended for his older brother who was just over 4 years old. The 2 year old played with it more than his older brother and still does 1 1/2 years later. Depends on the kid but my 2 year old played with it quite a bit.
1556216
Hey, my opinion is between ages 3-8 is a good age ranage for this toy. My 3 year old son loved it but for older kids who like to pretend fixing stuff it will do just fine.
1714181
I bought it for my sons 1st birthday. He pushes the buttons and plays with the digger. He hasn't ridden on it yet without help. I would say the "recommended" age would be at least 2, maybe 3. Hope this helps!
1155856
I would recommend the Leapster 2. I have 4 girls whose ages are 3, 4, 6 and 8. They all love the leapster 2. There are many different games at various levels that keeps them all interested. We have also never had a problem online or with any of the games. The other thing that I like is that my 3 year old has seriously dropped the toy several times and it keeps working perfectly.
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My 2 year old boy loves it, but he's very active and loves climbing anything. My 3 1/2 year old enjoys it as well. I would say ages 2-4 would be appropriate.