The SmartMax Start Plus Magnetic Discovery Kit is a fantastic open - ended construction toy. With its toddler - sized magnetic bars and balls, kids can connect and build to their heart's content. They'll have a blast learning to create 2D and 3D shapes by stringing the bars and balls together. The extra - large parts are perfectly sized for little hands to grip, and they're glued and ultrasonic - welded for top - notch safety. This 30 - piece set has eight metal balls, four curved bars, 12 medium bars, and six long bars. Long bars have stronger magnets than the smaller ones. Warm - colored and cool - colored bars attract each other, while like - colored bars repel. It's a great way for kids to figure out intuitive connections in a fun way.
How to use: Let your toddlers pick up the magnetic bars and balls and start connecting them. They can build 2D shapes like squares and triangles, or 3D structures like cubes. Encourage them to be creative and come up with their own designs. Note that long bars have stronger magnets, so it might be a bit harder for toddlers to separate them. Be around to help if needed. Keep an eye on the kids to make sure they don't put the parts in their mouths. Maintenance: If the parts get dirty, you can wipe them with a clean, damp cloth. Make sure to dry them thoroughly before storing. Store the set in a dry place to prevent the magnets from losing their strength over time.
