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LEGO Kings Castle
LEGO Kings Castle
The King’s Castle is a great kit for a young child, with the additional benefit of creative entertainment and play once the build is done. LEGO has taken the time to ensure that this product is perfect for a child as young as seven, who can build one section at a time, and then, put the Castle completely together.
With the addition of the King and the White Knight and other mini-figures, the model is complete and ready for action. This model has a great deal of interactive play.
The Product:
This kit and model has everything necessary for adventure and play. With easy to understand directions, and additions such as weapons, Minifigures, etc., plus a complex castle complete with exciting interior interactive features, the stage is set for storytelling.
The package includes:
– 7 mini-figures
– Game accessories including battering ram/catapult weapon, towers, prison, collapsing back wall, King’s throne, knights’ table, moveable staircase, hidden escape door, weapon rack, and flags
– Accessories include: 2 shields, treasure chest, a spiked mace, 3 swords, ax, crossbow, and bow with quiver
– Measures over 11″ high, 13″ wide and 12″ deep
With the multiple rooms, and the possibility for additional characters and accessories, the possibilities and really endless for this kit.
Pros:
Although there are over 1000 pieces, the straightforward and simple construction makes this set ideal for young hands and minds.
The instructions are clear and there is obvious attention to detail, making this the ideal gift for a young child who will not only get the benefits of play, but also the satisfaction of being able to follow through with a project and have the end result be spectacular.
Cons:
In general LEGO kits are not known to be cheap, however, they are known by their consistent and smart construction, making them a reliable company to generally take a chance on.
Keep in mind that this is a long term project, and perhaps one of the first for a young child, but with preparation, it should provide hours of fun. This kit promises to be worth the investment and is a perfect beginner LEGO project to embark on.
video review about LEGO Kings Castle
LEGO King's Castle 70404 Review - BrickQueen
LEGO Chima 70010 The Lion CHI Temple
LEGO Chima 70010 The Lion CHI Temple
An epic battle for the CHI has begun at the majestic Lion CHI Temple; this is where our story takes place. Cragger, Crawley, and Razar are battling for their tribes and trying to reach the sacred CHI orb.
In order for our heroes to succeed, they must fight everyone off and restore balance to Chima once again. A buildable LEGO fortress; perfect for an inquisitive builder with a great deal of imagination.
This fortress is equipped with a great deal of playability; allowing for both engaging and stimulating fun and activity. This kit includes lots of additional special features that make it even more exciting to build.
With the inclusion of the Minifigure characters: Lagravis, Laval, Longtooth, Ewald, Cragger, Crawley and Razar and the fascinating story provided, your child is sure to be swept up in the fantasy.
This buildable fortress kit is equipped with action figures, a complex narrative and mapped out a mission, as well as detailed instructions. The set includes:
– 7 mini-figures with weapons
– An easy to lift design
– Large CHI orb and waterfall
– powerful golden CHI, combined lion gate and drawbridge trap
– Includes four vehicles: two lion claw bikes, an eagle drone fighter, and a reptile raider
– rotating tower cannon
– king’s tower and bedroom
– rotating king’s throne
– tower prison with the golden key
– tower mission room
– secret ambush entrances
– Crawley’s reptile raider features rubber track and biting mouth
– Weapons include 4 CHI weapons and 2 standard weapons
– Measures over 12″ (31cm) high, 16″ (43cm) wide and 14″ (38cm) deep
The LEGO Chima sets are a collection, all the stories deal with the battle of CHI, so there is additional room to grow with this kit.
Pros:
Beautifully made, this well-crafted model is sure to win the heart of any young craftsmen. This kit allows for creativity in the mind, and also education; the work required to put into this project involves engineering, technology, mathematics, and a great deal of patience.
It’s a perfect way to spend hours working on a project to completion and then have action figures and stories to act out. It would be a great addition to a new or older collection.
Cons:
There is not much to disagree about, as this complex kit is well organized and allows for hours of focused entertainment and play. If there are any issues, it is perhaps the price, LEGO games can be expensive model kids. However, the quality and durability might make this a beneficial addition to the interested child.
video review about LEGO Chima 70010 The Lion CHI Temple
LION CHI TEMPLE - LEGO Legends of Chima Set 70010 Time-lapse Build, Unboxing & Review by EvanTubeHD
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Snap Circuits Extreme SC-750
Snap Circuits Extreme SC-750
If you’ve got a serious interest in electronics and taking an in-depth look at how it works, then this Snap Circuits Extreme Electronics kit is for you. This set gives you a firsthand look and allows you to actually ‘see’ the electrical signals in the circuits, thanks to specialized software.
With the provided software, you are able to ‘see’ the electrical signals in circuits, similar to what an electronics engineer would do using oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers. There are over 750 projects to build, or simply create your own experiments or projects.
Color-coded parts help to put the projects together efficiently. With this kit, you have the possibility of covering the practical principles of electronics in your own home or school. The information learned with Snap Circuits can last a lifetime and is both practical as well as fun.
The products include:
– Easy to follow instruction manual
– Build over 750 experiments with 80 parts
– Experiments included: sound activated switch, lie detector, adjustable light controller, am radio, rechargeable battery and many more
– Parts included: photoresistor, power amplifier, variable capacitor, analog meter, solar cell, computer interface, full-color manuals
No tools necessary; all parts are mounted on plastic modules which easily snap together, making this set simple to use.
Pros:
For the scientifically minded child, Snap Circuits allows for that great integration between learning and play. There are 5 books of experiments, and each project is clearly color-coded making it easy to remember what you’re working on.
The pieces are sturdy and well made. This set gives children the resources necessary to create a project and see it to its completion, and there are opportunities to take the project and modify it by replacing parts, etc.
All of these facts make this a fun but functional and educational electronics set with countless options.
Cons:
Overall, there is nothing truly negative about this set which manages to combine education with play.
If there are any issues, perhaps it’s that there are a few times the manual may be a bit unclear, however, once you’ve worked with the set and gotten used to the wording the experiments are easy enough to follow.
When you consider the number of experiments and opportunities for discovery, this one set includes, this is certainly worth the investment for the right child.
video review about Snap Circuits Extreme SC-750
Snap Circuits Extreme SC-750 Review
LEGO Star Wars Republic Gunship
LEGO Star Wars Republic Gunship
This is an action-packed LEGO kit that should appeal to Star War fans who are interested in both bringing a cinematic moment to life, as well as the ability to play with a fully interactive finished product.
It’s a race to Genesis on the LEGO Star Wars Republic Gunship. The mission has high stakes; a rescue of popular characters, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker and Padme? Amidala before they’re overpowered by 2 Super Battle Droids.
The ship is provided with the necessary ammunition to bring the beloved characters to safety. Perfect for flying action role-play the LEGO Star Wars Republic Gunship Race; aim the 4 ball gun turrets with mini figure cockpit, then open the front compartment to grab the flick missiles and restock the 8 top-mounted launchers.
The Product:
This Gunship is a fairly large toy with several pieces and comes complete with two instruction booklets. This kit allows children and adults to bring this fantasy to your own living rooms.
The package includes:
– 7 mini-figures with weapons
– 2 Super Battle Droids
– Features 4 ball gun turrets with space for mini-figures
– Flick missiles
– 8 top-mounted flick missile launchers
– side and rear doors, swoop bike and a lifting handle
– Weapons include 2 Lightsabers, blaster pistol, blaster and a blaster rifle
– Measures over 7″ (20cm) high, 18″ (48cm) long and 16″ (43cm) wide
– Recommended for ages 9-14
The kit has 11 functions, 8 flick missiles, and can carry several action figures at a time; and with a handle that makes it easy to carry, this LEGO set has both form and functionality.
Pros:
A larger than average toy, very well engineered. While some kits promise accurate modeling, they don’t necessarily allow for interactive play – while this LEGO set has the both of both worlds.
This kit is also surprisingly complex with moving doors and secret compartments, making this a very well constructed toy which can provide a great deal of creative stimulation and play.
Cons:
It’s hard to find an issue with this very well made kit, as it’s sturdy and designed intelligently. However, so many moving parts can be difficult to keep track of, and having not one, but two instruction booklets do mean there is some leg work in order to build this kit.
But, realistically, this is generally what one expects with a LEGO kit, and since this one is not too complicated, the few issues are probably worth the investment – especially if you or your child is a Star Wars fan.
KidKraft Majestic Dollhouse
KidKraft Majestic Dollhouse
A giant kid-sized dollhouse is something many young girls dream of. With the KidKraft Majestic Mansion Dollhouse, that dream can be a reality.
This Majestic Mansion is everything it promises: extravagant and intricately designed giving every child a moment of fantasy. This four-story dollhouse has eight open rooms waiting to be decorated in any style your child can think of.
The KidKraft Majestic Dollhouse has the ability to accommodate up to a 12” doll and is also compatible with Barbie’s, and dolls of that size. The many interactive functions provide versatility, stimulation, and the size can accommodate more than one child, which can translate into hours of play.
The Product:
The package includes:
– 35 items of furniture and accessories
– 8 rooms to decorate
– An elevator with the ability to glide between floors
– Garage doors which feature doors that open and close
– Molded plastic staircase
– Detailed step-by-step assembly directions
– Wide windows on both sides for viewing dolls from different points of view
– Fits dolls up to 12” tall
– Made of composite wood products, fabric, plastic, and solid wood
– Dimensions: 51”L x 14” W x 52.75” H
Adult assembly is required with this dollhouse, and it comes with: tables, chairs, a floor lamp, couch, toilet, bathtub, high chair, cradle, and bed – which means your child is free to rearrange the pieces in any of the eight open rooms.
Play with this dollhouse provides stimulation, as well as social and creative memory skills in your child.
Pros:
This dollhouse is huge, sturdy, and very well made. The combination of materials (wood, fabric, plastic, etc.) helps to provide a long-lasting and well-designed play area.
The packaging of the hardware is very well labeled, making all of the pieces easy to find. Taking into consideration the many bits and pieces a toy like this needs, the web customer service options make it easy to order a lost or broken piece.
All of these considerations make this a great toy for children, as well as something that an adult can put together without additional hassle, making this a win-win.
Since this dollhouse both accommodates Barbie dolls and comes with furniture and accessories, there is also no need to purchase anything except the product, making this also an economic plus.
Cons:
The biggest cons are perhaps that a certain amount of time and adult /energy must go into the building of this dollhouse. While generally, the instructions are simple and clearly written, time is always a factor.
Also, for those planning to hide this gift from young children, keep in mind that it arrives in a fairly large box, which might be more difficult to stash away if space is an issue.
Ultimately, any item such as this will come with some minor incontinences, but for what this product delivers and the sheer size, it might be a worthy investment.
KidKraft Majestic Mansion Play Dollhouse
