Slapzi, By Carma Games - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Matching card games for kids + adults 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  8 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Kids (who can read) + adults that love fast-paced games

The school holiday has started, which means: it’s time for games (and more games!). We tested out “Slapzi” from Carma Games (kindly gifted by Divisible by Zero), and we are loving this fantastic recommendation! 

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Fast-Paced Matching Game - The set comes with 120 unique picture cards and 65 clue cards. The rules are simple. First, each player gets 5 picture cards. Flip over a clue card and places it at the centre. Players rush to be the first person to “slap down” a picture card that matches the clue card. For example, a “doughnut” would fit the description of “Meant to go in your mouth”; “Leaning Tower of Pisa” would meet the “Taller than you” condition. The first player to get rid of all 5 picture cards wins the game. Our 6-year-old loves this game and wanted to play with this over and over. Sometimes, we need to justify our disputable pair, and that’s when it becomes funny! For example, Do we REALLY own more than 5 pairs of scissors? Does a rocking horse have legs? Can a “welcome mat” fits down a chimney? We love the fast-paced, quick thinking game with a hint of silliness! 

(2) Clue Cards - The descriptive clue is printed twice on each clue card, facing two directions (the “normal” and “upside down” ways). In other words, you can have multiple players sitting all around the table / or opposite of each other, and no one would have a disadvantage because the clues are easily readable by all. LOVE this thoughtful detail. 

(3) Double-Sided Picture Cards - The picture cards are double-sided, which adds on to a fun twist. All players would have to frantically flip their pictures cards, checking both front and back to grab the right match. The sheer variety (and randomness) of the pictures (from “eagle”, “sandwich”, to “vacuum cleaner”) means there are bound to be plenty of matching possibilities (and odd choices!). 

(4) Different Game Variants - Slapzi has more than one way to play. The instruction has 7 other variants, e.g. matching two clue cards at the same time, matching “either-or”, or having players race to match spread-out clue cards to pictures simultaneously. (5) I love the quirky long rectangular storage box with 3 compartments - it’s convenient and organised! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.thetherapystore.com.au/product/slapzi/

Enjoy the video! 

Adventure Van, By Hape - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Adventure van imaginative play set  

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Kids that love adventures/ camping + imaginative play 

The kids think camper van is one of the coolest things in the world; they want one with pop-up roof, mini kitchen, and freezer with never-ending ice-cream tubs. When Hape (Australia) offered the Adventure Van to us in exchange for review, I knew this would be an instant hit for the kids! The verdict? Impressive! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Adventure Van + Camping / Outdoor Accessories - This toy fits the Aussie summery season! This is dream vehicle of all adventurous souls: spacious van with cooking stove, kitchen sink, stand-up shower, and inbuilt “navigation system” (with 3 exchangeable GPS screens). The set comes with orange plastic tent, matching felt-fabric outdoor rug with floral pattern, a hang glider, two surf boards, “campfire” made of plastic “logs” and felt orange flame, two blue fish on wooden skewers, miniature mugs, plates, frying pan, and two avid campers Dave and Mia (with moveable joints and heads)! I like the complete accessories for campsite imaginative play. We love posing the figures around our pretend camping ground - barbecuing, launching the hang glider, riding on massive wave, driving, resting. 

(2) Interior / Exterior Features - I love the details and delightful features of the van. The interior walls are painted with interesting objects such as ukulele, Hawaiian Lei, potted herbs, and shower station; externally, the vehicle is joyfully decorated with conch shell, star fish, snorkelling set, singing bird, curious squirrels, lady bug, and cheeky crab. The steering wheel is spin-able, and the van has moveable wheels. My personal favourite is the removable reversible roof; it’s a shield at one side, and exciting blue sliding wave at another. 

(3) Gender-Neutral - I love the gender-neutral theme; both boy and girl can enjoy the same air sport and water activity. 

(4) Material - The camper van is mostly made of wood with some mixture of plastic materials (eg roof, steering wheel, and most of the accessories). They are generally of high quality and very well-made. I’m not a fan of the massive number of stickers on plastic surfaces (I’m clumsy with stickers). But other than that, I’m happy with the toy. As per usual Hape products, the toy meets international standards for safety. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

[This review was first written and published in Instagram on 3 December 2021] 

Where to buy this: 

Myer (Australia) 

Enjoy the video! 

Skippity, By MindWare - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Colourful "Checkers-inspired" game 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  5 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Kids that love simple strategy games 

This game reminds me of multi-coloured lollies and festive lights. This is probably the most colourful game I have ever tested, and I love the “checkers-inspired” concept. Thank you Leisure Learning for providing this “Skippity” from MindWare for a review! 

 

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) Easy To Learn - This game is visually-gripping, easy to learn and quite addictive to play. The game comes with 100 “skippers” (or multi-coloured checker pieces), folding game board, storage box and instructions. Players take turn to select a skipper from the board, use it to hop over (horizontally or vertically) other skipper, and collect the “jumped over” skippers along the way. The player that captured the most complete colour sets (each set consists of one of each colour - red, orange, yellow, green and blue) wins. 

(2) Strategy Game - What I love most is the scoring system which encourages players to strategise. Instead of requiring all players to randomly collect as many skippers as possible, this game focuses on “getting the most complete sets” (ie quality is more important than quantity). After each turn, we sort our accumulated skippers by colours, by stacking them up on the corresponding spots on the game board. This helps us to visually-ascertain the status of our latest collection and decide which colours to aim next. Players can do multiple jumping chain, or even “block” our opponent through the simple jumping mechanic. This game is educational, fun, and tactical. 

(3) Different "Starting" Combinations - To set up, players mix all the skippers,  randomly place one skipper on each square on the board, and remove 4 skippers at the centre. What this means is, we get different combination of “starting board” each time, so every round of game is going to feel and play slightly differently. 

(4) Attractive Colours - The colours are visually appealing for kids, and the foldable game board is space-saving and easy to be stored away. The plastic components are light weight, pretty basic, and gives an “average” quality feel. I wish the skippers could have been designed a bit cleverer for easy-stacking. 

Overall, this is an entertaining family game that I wouldn’t mind seeing more on our game nights! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.leisurelearning.com.au/skippity (Australia) 

Enjoy the video! 

Large Gear Construction Set, By Qtoys - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Wooden board with inter-changeable gears 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Kids who are fascinated with gear mechanics / This toy is perfect for schools and daycares due to its sturdy material. 

Qtoys is one of those brands that I have been following closely for a while. Qtoys represents nature-inspired, timeless, and quality educational toys that can be passed down from one generation to another. This Large Gear Construction Set captured my heart instantly for the very first moment I set eyes on it. 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Beautifully-Designed Gear Board - This set comes with a large-sized gear board (with multiple holes on it) measures 36cm x 45 cm x 2 cm, 10 gears ranging from 15 cm to 8 cm, and 10 wooden axle pegs. Each of the four largest cogwheels has a slightly different and unique design: There is an “ordinary” gear, one that reminds me of a pirate ship wheel, one that has four symmetrically positioned cut-out circles on it, and the fourth one has a three-part cursive circular pattern within. It’s fun to watch the magic created when these large and smaller circular intermeshing gears placed right next to each other, using simple mechanic to trigger a chain effect that is both enchanting and fascinating. I love how an amazing STEM concept is explained in such a visual and engaging way! 

(2) Material & Quality - This wooden gear board is relatively heavy (weighs around 3kg), thick and sturdy, and definitely long-lasting! The craftsmanship is beautiful with smooth finishes. As per usual Qtoys products, the toy is made from plantation timber of rubber and acacia trees, non-toxic and child-safe materials. Qtoys is in compliance with Australian and New Zealand toy safety standards. 

(3) Open-Ended Play - The gear board is interchangeable. I love that there is “no-strict-rules” to play with it, meaning the kids can mix and match the gears in different configurations, test out the strength of the teeth and the outcome of their arrangements, and experiment it in any way they desire. The gears may link up to create interesting spinning sensation, or twirl independently on its own. There is really no right or wrong way to do it. I’m loving how versatile and open-ended this toy is! 

I think this is an heirloom quality toy that would find its home passing from one family to another for many generations to come! 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.qtoys.com.au/shop/wooden-toys/construction-play/gear-construction-set/ (Australia) 

Enjoy the video! 

Makruk Chess, By Funyards Australia - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Wooden Makruk Chess Set 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  8 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Collectors of classic games / rare-to-find Thai & Cambodian chess set 

I received this “Makruk Chess” set from Funyards Australia for review recently. This is a really refreshing experience for me as I had never played with a Thai/ Cambodian-style chess-variant before. This set has a timeless touch, and is a rare-to-find gem that would make a classy centrepiece in any household. 

Why I love ❤️ this set: 

(1) Uniqueness - I grew up playing “XiangQi”, which is a Chinese chess variant with quite substantial differences in feel, rules, and strategies compared to the orthodox chess. What I notice about the Makruk Chess is how similar it is to the international version, yet retaining unmistakable uniqueness in certain aspects. The chess pieces are divided into darker and lighter wood colours. The pieces feel familiar but with an unusual, exotic style. The King, Queen, and Bishop pieces look alike, but are different in sizes (the King is large and wide, Bishop is medium, and the Queen is the smallest). The stocky Rook reminds me of an ancient dome found in some Asian architecture. The knight is distinctively distinguishable with its intricately-crafted horse head design. The pawns are essentially checker pieces in round disc but with beautiful spiral pattern. The chessboard consists of 64 squares, 8 rows by 8 columns, in chequered pattern. 

(2) Tactical & Slower-Pace Rules - The board is laid out with the pawns a row ahead of where they are in orthodox chess. The King, Knight and Rook have equivalent moves like the Western kind. Bishop and Queen take a “slower” pace with only one square per move. One major difference is that the Queen in Makruk is the weakest piece in the game, very unlike its Western counterpart. There are also special “counting rules” which can change a pursuit into a draw. Makruk appears to be a much tactical and slower game that requires more patience to play. I love the included easy to-read one-page rules, in English and with illustrations. 

(3) Elegant Foldable Box - I love the foldable wooden box with brass hinges and a magnetic “closure” that keeps all the pieces compactly stored in a box. I also love the compartmentalised tray, the elegant workmanship, solid wooden material, and the convenient portability design. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Funyards Australia 

Enjoy the video! 

Color Wonder, Mess Free Coloring - Bluey, by Crayola - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Bluey colouring sheets with "magic" markers 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Bluey fans / And parents who are looking for mess-free & travel-friendly activities  

Spending time with our little munchkins is fun, BUT sometimes, we just need that few moments of peaceful “break”, and that’s when we truly appreciate activity sets such as this “Crayola Color Wonder, Mess Free Coloring - Bluey” kit. Crayola recently provided this set to us as part of the Parentfluencer program, and I’m so happy to be joining this Crayola-loving community! 

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Mess-Free Color Wonder Markers - The most exciting feature of this product? Hands down, the NO MESS and non-toxic Color Wonder Markers!  I’m used to the aftermath of chaotic and messy arts. In fact, scrubbing paints and getting rid of marker stains are part and parcel of our parenting experience. 😅 BUT, that doesn’t mean I enjoy the cleaning. That’s when Crayola Color Wonder steps in to take away the stress! The ink appears to be clear and invisible, and it doesn’t show up on most surfaces - skin, clothes, furniture, rug etc. But when you apply the markers on the “Colour Wonder” sheets, the colours come to life within seconds! This experience wasn’t entirely “new” to us (we have used similar products before in the past), but the charm is still there; our girl was thrilled and kept screaming “it’s magic!”.

(2) 18 Color Wonder Sheets - The activity set includes 18 Color Wonder Pages featuring the fun adventures from the well-loved TV show Bluey, including “Queen Bingo” and her spectacular Crown and magnifying glass, Bluey Mum (Chilli) with her hockey stick, family portrait, camping adventure, and the “Keepy Uppy” balloon. Our favourite sheet is the one depicting Bluey, Muffin, Sock, and Bingo having terrific time enjoying popsicles! 

(3) Special Hidden Surprises - I love the surprises “hidden” at the background of each colouring sheet. Once we applied the markers, the “secret” items revealed: flowers, fluffy feathers, stars, wavy lines, balloons or even delicious popsicles! 

(4) Travel-Friendly - I love the convenient “foldalope” packaging that works as reusable storage for the colouring pages and markers. This set is perfect for road trips! 

Having said that, I wish the set can come with more markers. 5 pens are nice as a “starter” for small toddlers, but probably not stimulating enough for kids age 3 and above. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Amazon Australia 

Enjoy the video! 

Glo Pals Light-Up Cubes, by Glo Pals - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Cubes that light-up in water!  

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++   

Who would love this: This is a perfect bath and sensory toy that would sure to capture kids' attention. 

I was intrigued from the very first time when I saw Glo Pals in social media. So when Jellystone Designs sent us these Glo Pals Light-Up Cubes (in festive Red and Green) and Red Sammy, we were THRILLED! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Light-Up In Water Technology - I have never seen anything that glows in the water with such enchantment before. Glo Pals were inspired by a child with autism whose mother used the technology behind Glo Pals to help him overcome his fear of water. The result is these multi-coloured, liquid-activated cubes that light up when they are immersed in water. Glo Pals has immense potential for versatile uses; it makes bath time easier, sensory play more exciting, and sprinkles magic in water play. It glows in bathtub, jars, Calm Down Bottle - and anything else that can contain liquid. The Light-Up Cubes are packed in a set of 4. 

(2) Colours & Characters - Glo Pals come in yellow, blue, purple, white, green and red. I love that each colour has a unique character to go with it, each with their fun-filled personalities (eg, Purple Lumi has a deep passion for art and craft, and Red Sammy loves outdoor and sports!) The characters have bendable arms, and they “glow” when we insert a cube at the back of the Pals. Each of the character set also comes with 2 cubes of matching colour. 

(3) Tested & Compliance With Safety Standards - Glo Pals website assures us that the technology has been extensively tested and meets applicable safety standards. The electronics are sealed and are not user accessible (in other words, the encased button batteries are not replaceable, but the pals/ plastics are recyclable). 

(4) 16 Lighted Hours - Each cube lasts a minimum of 16 lighted hours. The cube automatically turns on when placed in water, turns off when it is dry. Only the time that the product is lighted will count against the battery life. For our family, our cubes (apart from 1) are still working fine after 8 weeks of use in the bath. It is important to drain the cubes completely when they are not in use to extend the battery life. Personally, I wish to see an improved technology in near future so that the cubes can be more sustainable and have a longer life. Nevertheless, this is a great invention that sparks JOY! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://jellystonedesigns.com.au/collections/glo-pals (Australia) 

https://glopals.com/ (Website) 

Enjoy the video! 

Fire Station Box, By Tooky Toy - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Foldable fire station house in a boxset 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️  

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Kids that enjoy imaginative / small world play 

I love toys that are organised, portable, and sufficiently compact for easy storage. Earlier this year, a Melbourne toys rental service provider Toy Cycle sent us this "Fire Station Box" from Tooky Toy as part of its "monthly subscription rental service". We think the design of this toy is pretty clever, and I love the easy travel case, and various included characters and accessories that complete the entire fire-station play experience. 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Expandable Box - I love the cleverly-designed fold-down and expandable box that sets the backdrop and scene for the fire-rescuing drama. The bright red box itself is a “fire station building” with cutout doors, the lid and front panel can be “spread out” and turned into a green field with images of roundabout, stop signs, fire hydrant, flowers, bushes and trees printed on it. The set comes with 17 Individual miniature replicas including a helicopter, a fire truck (with moving wheels), 2 fire-fighters, and other accessories such as a burning house, first aid kit, loud speaker and fire extinguisher. My two kids love this toy and enjoy arranging the pieces around the fire station box and perform their thrilling version of fire-fighting. I love how interactive and engaging this set is, and how it encourages role-playing and interesting conversations. 

(2) Material - I love the great quality of the set. The individual standing pieces are made of FSC quality wood, colourfully painted with safe water-based dyes. Tooky Toys takes pride in its eco-friendly manufacturing process, and has durability in mind when creating their toys. 

(3) Neat & Organised - I love how organised the set is; everything can be stored neatly within the box with magnet-embedded lid. I love the convenient handle for easy portability and travel. This is a practical and fun toy! 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.eleganter.com.au/fire-station-box (Australia) 

https://tookytoy.com/index.html (Website) 

Enjoy the video! 

KAPLA 200 Box: 200 natural planks, By KAPLA - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          200 wooden planks in identical size 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  2 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Anyone!!! KAPLA is for all ages & personalities, kids + adults 

I have been a KAPLA follower for a really long time; the bold and extraordinary creations of the world-wide KAPLA community have always impressed me profoundly. No glue, screw or clips are required. What you need is an imagination, steady hands, and a basic sense of balance and gravity. I am sincerely thankful to KAPLA Australia for providing me this “KAPLA 200 Box: 200 natural planks”. We’re immensely excited to start our journey as a newbie KAPLA-builders! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Learn New Building Techniques - We have played with similar plank-building sets in the past, but I never fully grasped any basic techniques and my constructions were often limited. I love the included KAPLA booklet that features various images of building ideas and “dissected” process, allowing us to have a rare glimpse of the complex KAPLA structures from different angles and perspectives. We learned about the 3 “basics” of planks-stacking (flat, on the side, or standing-up vertically). We learned how to build “circular” shape that ascends in size, how to defy gravity by using symmetrical weight, how to build a ramp and other dramatic sloping surfaces, and how to build a spiral staircase by searching for the balance point. It is amazing what such seemingly simple construction units (perfectly identical planks in 15:3:1 ratio) can create! 

(2) For All Ages - KAPLA is for all ages and personalities! My three-year-old set up a “playground” and enjoys knocking down the planks. My six-year-old loves challenging himself with tall structures and complicated maze. It’s light weight, open-ended, inspiring. KAPLA encourages development of fine motor skills, concentration, and perseverance. 

(3) Sustainable Material - KAPLA is made of natural untreated wood from the sustainably managed pine forests of Les Landes (France). The planks have smooth finishes, and are precisely cut and subject to high quality controls. 

(4) Expandable & Additional Features - I love the few special “KAPLA” signs that give an iconic touch to the created structures. I love that KAPLA is expandable and we can add on to our collection with more planks. I also love the simple and easily portable cardboard storage box with cord handle that comes with this set. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://kaplaaustralia.com/products/kapla-200-box (Australia) 

Enjoy the video! 

Goldilocks Puzzle, By Doron Layeled - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Wooden puzzle with characters from "Goldilocks"

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️  

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Vintage wooden puzzle collectors / this is a nice beginner puzzle for young kids 

I love wooden puzzles, especially the artistically-designed types that evoke a sense of nostalgia! Doron Layeled has a wide selection of beautifully-made wooden puzzles that look absolutely impressive, and it’s hard not to fall in love with them. Today, I’m going to talk about this large-sized “Goldilocks” puzzle that my three-year-old really loves! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Based on the Story of Goldilocks - This puzzle is based on a well-loved story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. The fairy-tale is instantly recognisable: mischievous little Goldilocks in a cute red dress, a family of bears marching home after a stroll in the woods, furniture of three different sizes, bowls of porridge on table, adorable cottage with chimney. The characters, chairs and beds are removable from the board as puzzle pieces, and I love the very thoughtful “channel” at the bottom of the board where the puzzle pieces can be displayed vertically. I love that the puzzle is based on a familiar fairy tale that all kids can easily recognise! 

(2) Big Round Knobs - I love puzzle pieces with big round knobs. Young kids can train up their pincer grasp skills. The knobbed puzzles are kids-friendly and easy to be handled by small little hands. I love that the puzzle only has 9 removable pieces, making this an easy puzzle challenge perfect for beginners! 

(3) Wooden Material - I love the wooden material and the very durable base of the puzzle. This puzzle is gigantic, perhaps a little inconvenient in size, heavy in weight, yet so durable and possesses such beautiful heirloom quality. This is a really fantastic puzzle, probably more suitable for daycares or schools due to the extra large size, but definitely something that can last for great many years or generations. 

(4) Vintage & Heirloom Quality - The puzzle looks vintage, bright,  colourful, and so aesthetically pleasing. I really love how adorable the characters are, and the thick black outline accentuates the simplicity and child-like feel of the puzzle! 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.doronlayeled.com/ (Website) 

Enjoy the video! 

Botley 2.0 Coding Robot, By Learning Resources - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Coding robot for young kids!  

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  5 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Parents/ young kids who are looking for a smart coding / STEM/ screen-free technology / robotic toy with BIG potential! 

Our local toy library has a first generation Botley, and it has always been the boy’s favourite item to bring home (if we are lucky enough - because Botley is super popular and is always “on loan”.). Thanks to Clover Street, we have now officially “adopted” a Botley 2.0 Coding Robot from Learning Resources ! We are OVER THE MOON, and I can’t wait to tell you more about this smart robot that has just joined our family! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Learn Coding / Pre-Programming - Botley is a coding robot for kids as young as 5. The set comes with a 6-directional “remote programmer”. BUT, this is not your usual remote control - It doesn’t give us “instant satisfaction” or free movement command. To make Botley moves and performs tricks, we need to plan ahead and key in the instructions in advance. And that’s exactly what sets Botley apart from most RC monster trucks / robots in market. Kids can learn about sequencing, creating algorithms, and pre-programming. Botley is screen-free, meaning, no iPad or tablet or any downloadable app is needed. The kit includes other accessories such as removable “head gears”, detachable arms, coding cards, obstacle pieces etc. The new Botley can follow a sequence of up to 150 steps (130 steps for previous version), and perform a new skill of “45-degree turns”. It can push a ball around, navigate a maze, detect and avoid obstacles (with OD sensor).

(2) Night Vision & Light Up In The Dark - Botley 2.0 has night vision and light up eyes. We love to devise our visually-colourful light-show. There is also a “ghost” mode (with cute sound effect and “spooky” blue light in the dark) when we key in the secret code. 

(3) Pre-Set "Secret" Codes - The instruction guidance has pre-set codes that can transform Botley into a police car (with blaring siren), choo-choo train, shark attack (with bubbling water sound), stomping dinosaur and many more! Our favourite is the hilarious “yikes” mode - Botley would funnily roll away in “disgust” no matter what random item we placed in front of it. 

(4) Follow The Black Line - I love the “line mode”. Botley has sensor that can detect black line on white paper and it would scoot gracefully along the line (the kit includes 6 white boards with lines for this fun experiment!). 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

The Creative Toy Shop (Australia) 

OfficeMax (New Zealand)

Enjoy the video! 

Foursite 3D, By IQideas - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Unique 3D pyramid-shaped board game   

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  5 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Board game lovers (adults and kids), especially those that love 3D and uniquely-designed game components  

“Foursite 3D” by IQideas is a game with perfect three-dimensional tetrahedron. This game is a rare gem - attention-gripping, classy, and entertaining! I’m really grateful to Divisible by Zero for providing us a copy for review! 

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) Unique 3D Game Board - This is a natural favourite for any geometric lover and anyone who can’t resist iconic 3D game components. We love the three-sided triangular board and that cube-by-cube “build-it-up” rules. We need to constantly remind ourselves to watch out and look at the “entire picture as a whole” - you can never be sure what’s going on at the “other side” of the  pyramid surface that is not immediately visible to you! First, we set up the the base by placing a randomised layer of 28 red cubes on it. Next, each player takes turn to put a natural block (another 28 of them) in triangular grid, stacking them up into a pyramid. The aim is to position the cubes in such a way to get the most rows of our “chosen symbol” (cross, square, or circle - at least 4 in a row) across the 3 pyramid surfaces. The game reminds me of a mix of  Tic-Tac-Toe, Qubic, and pyramid cube - BUT, with its special twist and uniqueness. 

(2) Strategy Game + Random Starting Combinations - I love that the game incorporates a mixture of skill and luck elements. I love how delightfully simple the rules are that even young kids (like my six-year-old) can learn it within minutes. It’s easy (and addictive) to “scramble” the cubes and set-up the game. The random arrangement of the base means we get an almost infinite possibilities of “starting” combinations for each round.There is a fair bit of strategising involved, but it never gets too overwhelmingly complex. This is an ideal social and family game - short and sweet, pleasant but with depth. 

(3) Great Wooden Components - I love the components - the wooden base and cubes are solids and sturdy. I love the mysterious maroon colour of the board and its clever design with indents for the blocks to be placed. The shimmery and pearlescent appearance of the symbols is a really great touch. This is a game that is durable enough to grow with the kids, and would continue to challenge and entertain us for many years to come! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

http://www.iqideas.com/default.aspx (Website) 

http://www.dbzonline.com.au (Wholesale, Australia) 

Call Divisible by Zero to purchase a copy: (03) 9388 9902 (Australia) 

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Avatar RC Deluxe Banshee, Zing Toys - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Remote-controlled drone toy with Avatar Banshee design!   

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  8 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Anyone (adults and kids) who love cool stuffs / drone toys/ technology-advanced toys 

It’s not an everyday thing that we get to test out impressive cool drones with cutting-edge features. I was NERVOUS like a child meeting Santa when I received this Avatar RC Deluxe Banshee from Zing Toys. Equipped with “integrated bionics, aerodynamics, and precision machinery technology” - this toy provides loads of incredible fun! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Realistic & Bird-Like Flying Movement - How can anyone resist this gorgeous, dragon-like banshee from the visually-stunning Avatar? What captured me immediately is the realistic and rapid wings-flapping movement. It feels natural, bird-like, amazingly real. It replicates the flying motion of a bird - it soars through the air in perfect straight-line, circles gracefully, makes a U-turn in beautiful agility, maintains its altitude (with either height limit mode or free-to-play mode), elegantly avoids obstacles with its 6-axis sensor, and can travel up to 200ft away. I love the complex azure blue appearance and intricate patterns that uniquely belongs to this majestic creature from Pandora. 

(2) Easy To Control - I was genuinely surprised when I saw my six-year-old gently tossed and controlled the movement of the banshee with such ease. I didn’t expect to see so many thrilling tricks, all within the command of a few buttons - speed adjustment of flapping-wings, roaring sound-effect, changing of directions, “emergency” landing, and many other manoeuvres. The greatest thing is - we get to run around outdoor (yes, exercise!), chasing the banshee and picking it up from wherever it landed. 

(3) Light Weight & Durable - The Banshee is light-weight, with slightly pliable frame for the wings, adjustable tail (for manual speed adjustment), and kite-like soft fabric feature to withstand multiple “crashing” or any aggressive play. Our flying practices involve many uncontrolled downward-divings, and we can testify the durability of this toy. 

(4) Rechargeable Batteries - Included within are 2 lithium batteries, USB charger, remote-control, and a mini screwdriver. I love that the Banshee battery is rechargeable (fully recharge within 20 minutes) and provides around 10 minutes of flight time each time. I also love the minimalist cardboard box. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://zingtoys.com.au/collections/avatar (Australia) 

https://www.zingtoys.co.nz/collections/avatar (New Zealand) 

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