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Pattern Play: Bright Colors

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Problem solving becomes a rewarding work of art with Pattern Play: Color by Design! Use these brightly-colored blocks in varying shapes and the pattern cards to introduce significant math concepts like sorting, matching, symmetry, congruence and fractions. Pattern cards are numbered in order of difficulty, ranging from beginner to expert. With each dazzling build becoming more challenging, patience and confidence is gained through trial and error. The blocks can also be used to create endless freeform designs, providing hours of engaging creative play. Pattern Play is a quality learning tool that every household should own!

• Develops early math concepts, spatial skills, strategy and fine motor skills
• 40 glossy pattern cards and 40 durable wooden blocks guaranteed to last
• Sturdy wooden tray is great for storage & travel
• Even clean-up is learning opportunity

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Age Recommendation: Ages 3 and up

Warning: Choking Hazard

Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award

The Oppenheim Toy Portfolio was founded in 1989 as the only independent consumer review of children's media. The organization does not charge entry fees or accept ads from manufacturers. Award-winning products are selected by a noted expert in child development, children's literature, and education, and further tested by an objective panel of kid judges. Judging criteria include kid-testers' responses along with expert assessment of educational and play value, safety, age appropriateness and other factors.

Oppenheim Toy Portfolio SNAP Award

The Oppenheim Toy Portfolio was founded in 1989 as the only independent consumer review of children's media. The organization does not charge entry fees or accept ads from manufacturers. Award-winning products are selected by a noted expert in child development, children's literature, and education, and further tested by an objective panel of kid judges. Judging criteria include kid-testers' responses along with expert assessment of educational and play value, safety, age appropriateness and other factors.

Parents' Choice Gold Award

Founded in 1978, Parents' Choice is the nation's oldest nonprofit consumer guide to quality children's books, toys, music and more. The Parents' Choice Award seals are recognized throughout the country as the premier mark of achievement in the children's media industry. The Parents' Choice Gold Awards are given to those products that are judged as the highest quality and most appealing in their genre. Criteria for judgments include the highest production standards, universal human values and a unique, individual quality that pushes the product a notch above others.

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4.8/5.0
180 Reviews
  • 5 Star 86.00% of all ratings 154
  • 4 Star 9.00% of all ratings 17
  • 3 Star 3.00% of all ratings 6
  • 2 Star 1.00% of all ratings 1
  • 1 Star 1.00% of all ratings 2
maggiez
January 02, 2018
awesome like the old days
This reminded me of a toy I had as a child so I ordered it for my 4 year old grandson. It is real wood, beautifully made. There are 40 cards to make 40 different designs. My husband did a random one with the 4-year-old and it was tough because it required turning some of the blocks on a 45 degree angle under the top surface. Oops, I thought. Too hard for him. But I went through all the patterns and only 10 of the 40 require using the 45 degree angle so it's a toy he can grow with because those other 10 cards require the ability to think in 3 dimensions. I put a dot on all the card he can do now (30). He's still a LITTLE young to do them independently but it's a fun activity to do with an adult. He can also play with them just as blocks, obviously. I would recommend the manufacturer put a dot on the harder cards. Other than that, it's a beautiful learning toy.
caregiver
November 13, 2017
perfect activity for Alzheimer's client
When even 24-piece jigsaw puzzles recently became too difficult for my 81-year-old Alzheimer's client, something made me remember how much my grandson enjoyed his Pattern Play blocks. I bought a set for my client and she loves it. Unlike jigsaw puzzles with confusing tabs and bits of pictures, the solid pieces and pattern cards make it possible for her to complete a design herself. But the process is still challenging enough to keep her interested. She loves the bright colors and also "free plays" with the blocks. I highly recommend this for family members or clients with dementia who still enjoy activities.
Nenas
January 02, 2016 – Nebraska, USA
totally fun
Oh my gosh, my kids from 3 years old to 5th grade just love this, fun, entertaining and educational. They compete to see who can come up with the coolest pattern, thanks, it is just great, I bought 3, one for me here for the grandkids, one for my granddaughter teacher and her boyfriend who is also a teacher, they were excited to get it. Linda
December 28, 2013
LOVE the puzzle basic concepts.. however, very disappointed that the cards are ONLY 1/4 THE SIZE OF THE PUZZLE BASE.. This sis not specified in the puzzle description... One would expect the pattern cards to fit the base!! For three year olds, it would be pretty frustrating to look at a 4x4' card and try to match up and organize the pieces based on shape and color.. my child became frustrated and needed consistent help from parents in order to complete one pattern.. If the cards had been FULL SIZE to fit puzzle base, i think she would have had more success being independent, figuring things out on her own, and having the thrill of accomplishment and be excited to try another without parental encouragement..
teach4s
May 12, 2017
Love this puzzle!
My higher level students love this puzzle! They choose a picture card and try to duplicate the pattern. A bit difficult for most 4's but my 5's are figuring it out w assistance. It's colorful and has many possibilities for completion. The patterns are cool. I like to provide some challenging puzzles in my classroom for higher students.
baspleiss
February 14, 2016 – Minneapolis, MN
Good for all ages
We use it daily in our rehab/ therapy gym. We have people from 65-102 years old that might use it during the day. Some of them find it difficult and some enjoy the challenge and others enjoy the simplicity and something different to occupy their time. It is a fun way to interact with our patients. I do suggest offering pattern cards that are bigger and or laminated. They do show their wear after awhile. Our clients would like the cards to be larger to read easier.
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14 questions
Do you sell replacement blocks?
Molly K. | June 26th, 2022
  • BEST ANSWER: Thanks for reaching out. Please contact our Customer Service team directly at 1 (800) 274-6123 or by email at [email protected] for help with replacement pieces. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
    Staff
    June 27th, 2022
    Staff
Is non-toxic paint used?
| December 19th, 2021
  • BEST ANSWER: The paint used conforms to the highest standards of quality and safety.
    Staff
    December 20th, 2021
    Staff
What is best way to clean the pieces?
Gina D. | February 17th, 2021
  • BEST ANSWER: Since the pieces are made of wood, we recommend wiping the surface clean when needed.
    Staff
    November 17th, 2023
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Could I possibly buy a replacement piece?
| June 2nd, 2024
Should there be space along the side of the blocks? They don't fit snugly in the tray and slide around even when complete. Is this normal?
| December 9th, 2023
  • BEST ANSWER: It is normal to have a little space around the parameter of the finished puzzle.
    Staff
    December 11th, 2023
    Staff
Some patterns only have rectangle pieces. From what I can see, there are no rectangle pieces included in the box. I see nowhere to purchase rectangle pieces either. How are these patterns to be completed with the necessary colors when the only pieces included all have an angled end?
| June 22nd, 2023
  • BEST ANSWER: Thanks for asking. Sometimes you will need to stack angled ends on top of each other to create the illusion of a complete rectangle with blunt ends when they are laid in the tray. If you still have questions regarding this technique, please email us at [email protected] and we would be happy to send back some photos.
    Staff
    June 22nd, 2023
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