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Fisher-Price TRIO Fire Station Review

Fisher-Price TRIO Fire Station
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My 4 yr old son received this for Christmas 2009. He has the large beginners TRIO set. My son is ahead of most kids in in building/mechanical skills dept.My father in law is an engineer and always marvels at his abilities. That being said my son is a LEGO master. TRIO are nothing like LEGOS. I cannot stress that enough. They remind me of Kinex for younger kids. TRIO not only has small blocks that only snap one way (unlike legos where there are multiple ways to stick them together) they also have these rods that take alot of patience and strength to fit the blocks together. That is the whole selling point of TRIO. That you can build little bugs,fences, and ferris wheels that look a bit more realistic than Legos. And you can.
The TRIO Firefighter set is only an extension of that. It is not really a toy to play with on its own unless your child has and LOVES his TRIO beginner set. It is like when you get a special Lego set. you have to virtually use every piece in the box to make what it is your child is supposed to play with. Again if your child likes TRIO it is ok. I am just not very impressed with TRIO as a whole. My son gets more frustrated than not if he tries to play with them alone. He likes his dad to put things together. He will request "a garage" or something. With Legos he builds himself. Not a great toy to try out if your child has not played with TRIO at perhaps a friends house already.

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*Easyclick bricks, sticks, and panels make building easy for younger ones!*Pieces stay together for imaginative play*All pieces across the TRIO building system work together for mix and match expansion

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New Lego Futuron Momorail Space System #6921 46 Piece (1988) Review

New Lego Futuron Momorail Space System #6921 46 Piece (1988)
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WHY IS THIS SET SO EXPENSIVE. IT IS 3 TIMES MORE EXPENSIVE THAN ANY OF THE MONORAIL TRAIN SETS...THIS SET IS ONLY EXTRA MONORAIL TRACKS....IF YOU BRING THE PRICE DOWN TO AROUND $100-$150, YOU WILL SALE IT FAST.....

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Eitech Exclusive Train Construction Set Review

Eitech Exclusive Train Construction Set
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I love These. They remind me of when I was a Kid. And really as a adult you can design almost anything.

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All aboard! The C31Exclusive Train is a sleek locomotive for the crème de la crop of Eitech builders. Over 2560 parts and 60cm make up the steel engine after completion. Advanced builders can develop three dimensional thinking that promotes creativity and learning while at the same time having fun! Step by step illustrated instructions are included for easy to follow directions.

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Mega Bloks Magnext Stunts Case Review

Mega Bloks Magnext Stunts Case
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This is an awesome set to include with the Magnext fan's collection. There are so many creative things you can do once you add this stunts case to your collection. Alone, this set it is cool but with another set, it adds so much to what you can do and the creative type can spend several hours making new designs with this set.

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LEGO TECHNIC Log Loader (8049) Review

LEGO TECHNIC Log Loader (8049)
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Normally I wouldn't give five stars to a tractor and trailer, but this set marks the return of the much beloved Lego pneumatics. Those cylinders operating the log-grabber are attached to hoses that lead from a pump underneath the trailer. You operate the pump with your finger and use valves to control the air to the pistons. Don't expect miracles from the pneumatic system; the pistons do not have a long throw and the grabber is not going to lift heavy weights. But it is fun and I think quite educational for the kids. For children, turning the spaghetti of pneumatic plumbing into a working artifact is a revelation. In fact, this set is probably more valuable for its creative possibilities in building different machines than it is as a log lifter. If you enjoy building machines with your kids, I recommend this set highly. The tractor is rather compact and spartan, but the kids have an easy time maneuvering it. And the trailer with the pneumatic log lifter is like a big robotic claw for them. The finger pump and the valves are not the easiest devices for some children to manipulate (i.e., age six or younger). You can purchase an accessory motor set (Lego 8293) to power the pump, however, and I recommend lengthening the valve levers so that little fingers have an easier time with them.
Update (January 2011): Lego delisted this set at the end of 2010. As the set becomes scarce, prices will become unreasonable. However, Lego has a big pneumatics set planned for latter 2011. Lego 8110 is a Unimog U400 with a pneumatic grabber; the early pictures suggest it is going to be a beautiful set, but expensive. Still, this appears to confirm that Lego sees a modest market for pneumatic technic sets.
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Pieces: 525
Grab ?em, load ?em, and haul ?em away with the power of pneumatics!No logging job is too big for this impressive log loader! Use the control knob to steer the tractor to the trailer, then hitch them up! Take control of two pneumatic-like valves to operate the fully-articulated crane arm and pick up the log with the working grabber. Realistic and functional! 2-in-1 model rebuilds into a rugged log handler vehicle.


Features tractor with steering and log loader trailer that can be unhitched from the tractor!
Log loader features two pneumatic-like valves that control the articulated crane arm!
Add compressor function by purchasing 8293 LEGO Power Functions Motor Set!
2 models in 1: rebuilds into a log handler!



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LEGO City Garage (7642) Review

LEGO City Garage (7642)
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I purchased the Lego City Garage for my nephew's birthday. I had as much fun as him in putting it together which did not take that long. Overall, I felt that it was well worth the purchase; however, I wish that it had more to it than just a little office, main garage floor, and a "tight" garage for the tow truck. It seemed a little sparse not having more items to interact with in the main garage. Also, I would have preferred the whole thing to be a bit bigger for the price I paid.
All this being said, I was impressed that we had to build the majority of the buildings from the familiar small Lego pieces instead of pre-fabricated walls (although, there are some of these used). It was also nice to have 3 vehicles to interact with this item.
Putting this item together brought back fun memories of my Lego city when I was young and made me want to invest in additional pieces for my nephew (mainly so that I can play with them too!).

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Pieces: 953. Time for a tune-up at the LEGO City garage, here's always something going on at the big city garage. When the call for help comes in, the heavy-duty tow truck is ready to haul any car or truck back for repairs. Use the auto lift, crane and tools to fix any problems and get those vehicles back on the road!Includes 4 minifigures and lots of accessories and spare tires. Tons of play opportunity: office building, workshop and garage and 3 vehicles included. Loaded with realistic functions - platforms really lift, sliding doors and gate!Garage, with attached buildings, measures an impressive 11 inches (27.9cm) by 17" (43.2cm). Tow truck towing tractor trailer cab measures a combined length of 14"(35.6cm).

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Mega Bloks Thomas Buildable Character Percy Review

Mega Bloks Thomas Buildable Character Percy
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I purchased Mega Bloks Thomas Buildable Character Percy to give my grandson something to do when visiting my mother's (his great-grandmother) recently. This did the job I intended for it to do. He is 3 1/2 and is really into trains, especially Thomas. He also has an interest in building things. This combined his interests quite well.
ETA: I purchased 3 of these sets (Thomas, Emily and Percy). He played with them without any additional blocks, so additional blocks aren't necessary.

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Enter the world of Thomas and Friends with this great buildable character from Mega Bloks! Percy The Small Engine loves to pull his mail car and adventure with Thomas on the North Western Railway. Remake your favorite book and television adventures or create your own on The Island of Sodor with this buildable Percy The Small Engine toy!Ideal for Children ages 3 and up.Features* Buildable Percy The Small Engine.* Realworking wheels.* Combine with Percys friends Thomas, Diesel and James to build, mix and match pieces to further build your Mega Bloks Thomas universe!

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Mega Bloks Thomas Buildable Character: Thomas Review

Mega Bloks Thomas Buildable Character: Thomas
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I got my son a big bin of Duplos for his 2nd birthday, and got this along with it to add to the fun. I'm happy to see that the two brands of blocks are truly compatible. My son loves this little train and is really motivated to put it together, which has been a great introduction to his new "big boy" Duplos (having just graduated from the giant toddler Mega Bloks). I've read that the track sets that go with these aren't very stable and are frustrating, but I'll definitely be purchasing a couple more of these cute engines on their own to go with ds's Duplo collection. BTW, these are a few dollars cheaper at the big box store whose name starts and ends with T. :)

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Enter the world of Thomas and Friends with this great buildable character from Mega Bloks! James The Red Engine loves his shiny red finish and thinks hes the best engine on the North Western Railway. While he has a reputation of being naughty, he is always ready to help out and is one of the most useful engines on the Island. Remake your favorite book and television adventures or create your own on The Island of Sodor with this buildable James The Red Engine toy!Ideal for Children ages 3 and up.Features* Buildable James The Red Engine.* Realworking wheels.* Combine with James friends Thomas, Percy and Diesel to build, mix and match pieces to further build your Mega Bloks Thomas universe!

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Tomy Gearation Review

Tomy Gearation
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Gearation Activity Set is a winner! The colorful magnetic discs interlock, giving little hands an opportunity to learn about cogs, gears and magnets simultaneously. With 2 speeds of movement and a seemingly unending number of combinations, this toy allows children to create their own "moving picture" complete with sound! The discs are colorful, well-made and easy for a 3-4 year old to interlock. It's movement is messmerizing to children and adults as well. A great toy!

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Gearation amazes kids with its 11 brightly colored, turning, roataing, goofy gears. Turn it on and add gears and watch as they flip, turn and almost mesmerize. Control the speed with the fast or slow button.

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Mega Bloks Thomas at the Sodor Fair Review

Mega Bloks Thomas at the Sodor Fair
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Mega Bloks could have done much better in designing this toy. Once put together, it is sooo fragile that one cannot play but a few minutes before it falls apart. Just the pressure you place on opening the gate (to let Thomas off the farris wheel) causes the structure to collapse. I'm considering using super glue just so the toy can be enjoyed by my children. Not worth the money.

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Enter the world of Thomas and Friends with this great buildable playset from Mega Bloks! Race Thomas down the ramps and bring him to new heights with a realworking ferris wheel! Build and rebuild the Sodor Fair to make each Thomas visit unique!* Includes decorated Thomas, blocks, fair tent and ramps* Build and rebuild for hours of endless play* Realworking ferris wheel* Combine with other Thomas playsets to further build your Mega Bloks Thomas universe* Ideal for children ages 3 and up

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LEGO City Train Station 7937 Review

LEGO City Train Station 7937
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This train station is part of a larger roll out of Lego's new generation of trains (i.e., Power Function or PF trains). If you have the earlier 9 volt series, the track included with this set does not have metal on the rails and will not be able to power the 9 volt motors. If you have any of the RC sets, this station has the exact same track.
This is a small station with platforms on each side of the track connected by an overhead pedestrian bridge. It has four pieces of straight track, a small yellow taxi, and four mini-figures. The station is reminiscent of a classic Lego design (#7822) from 1980. The snack shop is simple but nicely detailed with a sliding door, drinks and a cash register. The taxi is fine, but it has no doors and requires (like many current vehicles) that you lift the top off to put mini-figures inside. I have mixed feelings about the pedestrian bridge. It turns out quite large when you build it, in part because of the use of the single-piece trusses. I would have preferred something more brick-built. The overall color scheme is great and matches the new passenger train (#7978) that Lego released alongside this.
This set replaces #7997 which was discontinued in late 2009. I would expect Lego to keep this in production for the next two to three years.

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Fisher-Price TRIO Building Set Review

Fisher-Price TRIO Building Set
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We have so many kinds of building toys. My children are ages 5, 7 and 9. All of them tend to be frustrated with sets that you can only look at after building. These stay together well! They are colorful and fun to play with after the building is done. My 9yo enjoys them as much as the younger children. I wished the price was more reasonable. Other than this it is an A plus toy.

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The TRIO Basic set with bricks, sticks and panels provides more ways for kids to build theircreativity. It features easy to attach parts that click and hold together for big building play andprovides multiple ways to build. Set will come in bright colors and include custom parts such asfigure, wheels and chassie.

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