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Oliblock’s are the modern age’s equivalent to Lego’s and Magnetix and similar types of construction toys. Oliblocks are construction blocks that are shaped in modern abstract shapes and they fit together by interconnecting to each other via tube shaped and rounded ends on the individual pieces. Oli Blocks come in a variety of colors, warm and cool translucent color schemes, and bright solid colored pieces all of which appeal visually and look great when assembled in to constructions. Oliblock’s can be built upon just like Lego’s can so it is possible to purchase multiple packs and combine them to receive a more colorful effect. Oliblock’s
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come in clear tubes of 24 pieces (unless you purchase a larger pack) and sell for between $19 for the mini block’s tubes and $44 for the full sized block’s tubes. Oliblocks are also magnetized so they can snap together; however, this aspect of the toy combined with the size of the pieces make Oliblocks only suitable for children aged 3yrs+ according to packaging; however, i’d hold off on giving these to your 3yr old and give them to your 6yrs+ children instead.
I have not been able to locate Oliblocks in any retail stores as of yet; however, they are available from multiple locations online including Amazon.com!
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Blocks and building toys are always a big hit with both little boys and girls but the problem with blocks is that there are few ways to recreate blocks and make them in to something new and different. Haba has come up with stacking animals to replace those traditional square blocks and they have really brought something new to the table. These great wooden animals consist of penguins, snakes, sheep, monkeys, alligators and more! These colorful stacking animals are not only great for building and stacking but they are also helpful in learning colors and animals and they’re perfect for little hands! These blocks actually come as part of a
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stacking pyramid game; however they are also great when used as just building toys! The stacking game is recommended for 2-4 players and from ages 4yrs and up because of the size of some of the smaller pieces. This fun game designed by Klaus Miltenberger contains 29 wooden animals, on dice and a set of instructions on how to play the game!
The stacking animals game from Haba is available from OOmpa.com for just under $18. I haven’t been able to find this one anywhere else as of yet; although I have located a few knock offs at various online retailers.
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The Children Create Their Own Dream Tree House is an exclusive toy to Back To Basics Toys and is constructed out of solid cherry and elder. This adorable Swiss Family Robinson type treehouse is a more natural toy making it a great play set for families concerned with the lead paint scare. The Children Create Their Own Dream Tree House comes as a set which includes a crane, crow’s nest, swing, rope ladder, water well, bucket on a pulley, blocks and pegs to make the spiral staircase, furniture and four hand crafted people to play in the treehouse. The set can be constructed multiple ways so your child can construct their own version of |
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the treehouse and create multiple different playsets out of the same pieces. The Tree House easily slots together in 10 minutes and measures 15"L x 20"W x 38"H. Once constructed the tree house weighs around 16lbs and is recommended for ages 3 and up.
Being that this toy is exclusive to Back To Basics Toys I don’t have any cheaper resources to snag your child a tree house; however, I will say that of all the higher priced items i’ve reviewed this one is the most unique and worth the expense.
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The problem with blocks and younger children is that very often things result in bruises and chips taken out of the living room walls. Back to Basics has solved this problem with their exclusive soft foam blocks with fabric covers. Not only are these blocks soft enough for even the youngest child to play with but they also have washable cotton covers which make them the perfect toy! Just because these foam blocks are perfect for the youngest builder in the family, however, doesn’t mean that they’re not fun for everyone else too! These foam blocks and triangled make the perfect building material for forts and castles for the older children of the family |
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too! These blocks are perfect for climbing on, building with and playing with in general! The cloth covers are also flame retardant which is another bonus! The blocks measure 6" long 12" wide and 4" high and each set of foam blocks contains 12 kid safe blocks in green, yellow, red and blue!
Since the foam blocks are an exclusive toy to Back to Basics you aren’t going to be able to find these ones anywhere else, but, in my opinion they’re well worth the $30 price tag from Back to Basics!
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The Lego Make and Create Cafe Corner is a huge Lego playset that rivals most others out there. This Lego set includes 2,056 pieces that come together to create an amazing, multi-level corner cafe which makes the start of an entire street of buildings for any Lego enthusiast. The modular design of the street corner cafe enables the town corner to be expanded and built upon. This Lego Corner Cafe set also comes with three mini-figures just so there are some figures to incorporate in to the playscene! What sets the Lego Make and Create Cafe apart from other Lego build and play sets is that this set features all the nitty gritty pieces that make it seem real. From
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the real architecture of a genuine town square building to the colors of the brick and the activities that are featured in this playset! The Corner Cafe breaks down in to three stories which are easily deconstructed for transporting the cafe to different places in the house. Realistic decorations that are incorporated in to this amazing Lego set include a street light, bench, trash can, hotel sign, an awning, cafe tables with umbrellas and much more!
The Lego Make and Create Cafe Corner is available from most carriers of Lego products but if you find this piece difficult to come by you can always look at Amazon.com (make sure to check out different sellers of the same product) or check in to the Lego online store!
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