Connetix Magnetic Tiles Pastel Ball Run

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(Connetix $99.99) If you have a magnetic tile builder in your family, you're going to want to take a look at this new ball maze from Connetix. It's a big set with 106 pieces and 8 wooden balls. The kit was a huge hit with our preschool testers -- but it does require adult participation for younger builders. The ramps need to be snapped into the tiles that have special round holes and grooves to receive them. Our builders also used their stash of tiles to build more robust structures. Everyone was excited with this new take on magnetic tiles -- making it a great parent-child toy. Safety note: The wooden balls are designed for 3 & up -- and need to be kept away from younger children.

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Here is the review:

Our testers really loved their new Bright Portal Packs which give you three different size portals or windows to work with. The oversized portal can contain the two smaller sizes which makes them great fun. This set includes 48 pieces - the kit and the company's website has building suggestions -- but don't get stuck on building what you see. Having your kids experiment and build structures without "following instructions" is very important -- it builds their creativity as well as their confidence to experiment. Our testers also gave high ratings to their new 48 piece Glitter Castle Pack ($69.99) that comes with 32 squares and 16 triangles in two different shapes.