Why is the recommended age 6YO? Are they not sturdy (enough for a 3YO?)
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No they aren't. Mine 3 yr old broke them with in the first 3 weeks of having them.
1391451
They are generally pretty sturdy but some pieces might not tolerate too much rough handling. My 3 year old grand daughter likes them.
1391452
They are definitely not sturdy enough for a 3 year old. The furniture breaks easily. It's made out of thin wood. My 9 year old is very careful with her toys, and I've had to glue the furniture back together several times using wood glue. I would not buy these for a child younger than 7 or one who is careless with their toys.
1391453
I'm not sure of the recommended age, but my 3 year old plays with them. She's broken a few of them over the past few months, and she is a very gentle little girl. I'd say they are definitely made for kids older than her.
196760
They are pretty sturdy, but could not take repeated jumping, etc.. My four year old grandson can stand on one without crushing.
1047719
Not sure but my boys are 7 months and they hold them, try to eat them etc and it is just fine. Maybe because that is the optimal age for the motor skills to stack them and stuff? Not sure but I think they are fine for any age. They are wood and are hard so that is something to consider.
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We have had them for about six months with no breakage. My kids aren't too rough but they aren't gentle either. They play with them regularly and there hasn't been a single issue, even with the ones my five year old has. I would say they are pretty sturdy.
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My daughter is 5 and I think it is ok for her, but I would not recommend for a 2-3 year old. The house itself is pretty durable, but things like the windows and doors are, frankly, flimsier than I would like. For the price of the house, I was a bit surprised at this. My daughter is very gentle with her toys, but I felt even for her I had to remind her, please play gently. The furniture is pretty durable overall, but again, for the price of this stuff, some of it is shoddy. The tub faucet broke off in about 5 minutes and the legs on the chairs are really thin and I feel like could snap in a minute. I love the house, how it lights, etc., but I am just hoping it lasts until my daughter is older. My daughter is 5 and I think it is ok for her, but I would not recommend for a 2-3 year old. The house itself is pretty durable, but things like the windows and doors are, frankly, flimsier than I would like. For the price of the house, I was a bit surprised at this. My daughter is very gentle with her toys, but I felt even for her I had to remind her, please play gently. The furniture is pretty durable overall, but again, for the price of this stuff, some of it is shoddy. The tub faucet broke off in about 5 minutes and the legs on the chairs are really thin and I feel like could snap in a... » Read More My daughter is 5 and I think it is ok for her, but I would not recommend for a 2-3 year old. The house itself is pretty durable, but things like the windows and doors are, frankly, flimsier than I would like. For the price of the house, I was a bit surprised at this. My daughter is very gentle with her toys, but I felt even for her I had to remind her, please play gently. The furniture is pretty durable overall, but again, for the price of this stuff, some of it is shoddy. The tub faucet broke off in about 5 minutes and the legs on the chairs are really thin and I feel like could snap in a minute. I love the house, how it lights, etc., but I am just hoping it lasts until my daughter is older. « Show Less
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I think so. My 6 year old and 3 year old use them on our climbing wall. You can also make it more challenging based on the grip of each climbing hold. I have an easier section for my 3 year old and a harder section for my 6 year old.
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Toddlers, no problems.. I think my children played with them until about7-8 yrs and had to jump on them to collapse them.
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It doesn't really say. They are not recommended for under age 3 because of choking hazard.
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I agree with Suzie! They are really sturdy but I would double check the dimensions -- particularly height of table -- given that they are four years old. My granddaughters use them at 14 months and they're just right. I hope this helps.
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Under 2 is too young. The package probably says 3 or 5 as the minimum age. My daughter is 2.5 and does fine with them, not putting her paint covered hands near her mouth or on furniture.
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OK, now I can respond. My daughter in law reminded me we gave these to each of our two youngest...9 and 13. They've had them for two years. Her remarks are...very well made. Much superior to the cheaper ones. Never rattled or felt unstable. Very smooth ride. Kids don't feel shaken or bounced. Very, very sturdy. Kent O.
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I think it is better suited for 2-3 year olds. A six year old may like it the first few times, but will get easily bored as its surface does not allow for much movement for an older child.
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No. They are not that strong and that's for a reason. This is for small kids to play. If it were that strong, they would have a tough time getting them apart and putting them together.
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I don't think they are too young for a 6 year old. My son is almost 4 1/2 and really enjoys them.
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I gave these to my 4 year old grandson for his birthday.... I asked my daughter if they were sturdy.... She said YES..... She even borrows them to use around the house!! I wouldn't go younger but you could go older!!
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It's probably best for children 2+, i bought these for my daughter and she is 21 months and still a bit small for them! I would say they are probably best for ages 3-6, and i wouldnt worry much about a weight limit! They are VERY sturdy!! I sit in them (uncomfortably!) from time to time and they support me no problem! (110lbs!)
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These are some pretty solid toys. In fact, they are sturdy enough for younger kids to play with, since they are not likely to break. Of course, watch for loose screws after a long time of abuse, but otherwise I've had no issues. My children, 3 and 5 years old, and my friend's kids (the youngest of which is only 15 mo), have fun with them. I am not exaggerating when I say that these are as close to the "real thing" you are going to get! They will last, and would be just fine banged on the floor or against each other, or filled with sand or mud outside, or with real and fake food play. It is a toy he can grow into. These are some pretty solid toys. In fact, they are sturdy enough for younger kids to play with, since they are not likely to break. Of course, watch for loose screws after a long time of abuse, but otherwise I've had no issues. My children, 3 and 5 years old, and my friend's kids (the youngest of which is only 15 mo), have fun with them. I am not exaggerating when I say that these are as close to the "real thing" you are going to get! They will last, and would be just fine banged on the floor or against each other, or filled with sand or mud outside, or with real and fake food... » Read More These are some pretty solid toys. In fact, they are sturdy enough for younger kids to play with, since they are not likely to break. Of course, watch for loose screws after a long time of abuse, but otherwise I've had no issues. My children, 3 and 5 years old, and my friend's kids (the youngest of which is only 15 mo), have fun with them. I am not exaggerating when I say that these are as close to the "real thing" you are going to get! They will last, and would be just fine banged on the floor or against each other, or filled with sand or mud outside, or with real and fake food play. It is a toy he can grow into. « Show Less