Passtah, By Recent Toys - REVIEW

Nature / Type:             Handheld game 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:     6 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Younger kids / Parents looking for calming, sensory toys 

Passtah from Recent Toys is one of the most unique abstract games I’ve ever seen. It’s a fully 3D puzzle set inside a cube, where you slide blocks around to create paths. Huge thanks to Divisible by Zero for providing this review copy!

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) "Connect Four" in 3D Cube

Imagine Connect Four - but in 3D, where your lines can twist, turn, and zigzag through a futuristic cube. That’s Passtah! The game takes place inside a 5×5×5 lattice cube, with opposite sides marked in matching colors. Two players face off, each with eight chunky blocks in their chosen color - black or white. On your turn, you slide a block into any open spot, sometimes pushing others around to make space. The goal? Connect your colored side of the cube to the opposite side with an unbroken chain of your blocks. Sounds simple, but once the cube starts shifting and paths start crossing, things get surprisingly strategic!

(2) Strategy + Sharp Observation

I love how Passtah hides layers of strategy beneath a simple setup. The game demands sharp observation from every angle - focus on your own path, but never lose sight of your opponent’s! Your tunnel doesn’t have to be straight; it can twist, turn, and weave through the cube in surprising ways. The real challenge is finding the right balance between offense and defense - knowing when to push a block to open your path or when to hold back to block your rival. My only gripe? The rules are printed briefly on the back of the box and leave plenty of ‘what ifs’ and ‘can I’s’ unanswered. A more detailed rulebook would’ve been nice, but the silver lining is that it leaves room for house rules and creative interpretations.

(3) Blocks Locked In Place

Best of all? The blocks lock snugly into place, so you can tilt and turn the Passtah cube at any angle while playing! It’s perfect for lounging on the sofa, riding in the backseat, or even chilling in front of the TV - no table or flat surface needed.

(4) Cool Sci-Fi Feel With Modern Edge

The concept and cube design feel like something straight out of a sci-fi movie, a spaceship in cube form. The fiery red accents give it a bold, modern edge. And I love the thoughtful addition of the translucent red stick for poking and removing blocks. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.cowtrees.au/educational-toys/720-passtah.html

Enjoy the video! 

Buttons, By CircuitMess - REVIEW

Nature / Type:             STEM Kit 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️    

Recommended age:    7 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Kids that enjoy DIY projects/ electronics/ STEM kits/ video games

Buttons, the DIY Wacky Robot from CircuitMess , is a beginner-friendly kit that consists of 10 pieces. This project is a fun way to explore hands-on learning while creating a unique robot!

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Everything You Need To Build A Fun Wacky Robot 

Buttons is perfect for kids aged 7 and up, offering everything you need to build a fun wacky robot. The kit includes a PCB, screwdriver, coin battery, acrylic cases, LEDs, plastic bolts, standoffs, and button caps. The Creator’s Booklet, featuring step-by-step photographs, makes the process easy to follow. My 8-year-old spent around 20 minutes building Buttons. From removing protective foil, inserting the coin battery, putting on push buttons, securing the casings, and adding the LEDs - no prior skills are required! Simply dive in and enjoy the build-it-yourself experience and get your hands “dirty”! 

(2) Eight Buttons With Unique Sound

Once you finish building Buttons, you can enjoy playing fun sounds with your new mini robot. This DIY project is not just entertaining; it serves as an educational tool that introduces you to the basics of electronic components, integrated circuits, sound synthesis, and sound waves. The included booklet covers interesting topics like history of the 555 timer IC, evolution of synthesizers, and uses of oscillators. Each of the eight buttons produces a unique sound, and you can connect headphones to the jack for a more personal listening experience. Remember the Bit game console that I recently reviewed? You can also connect Buttons to it and unlock a brand new exciting game!

(3) Personalize Your Robot

Buttons set includes accessories that let you personalize your Wacky Robot with quirky touches - including a heart-shaped sunglasses and pink hat with a rose. I love the tactile feel of the buttons and the satisfying ‘click’ sound they make, adding to the overall play experience!

(4) Subscription Boxes And Bundle Options

CircuitMess offers a thrilling journey through their subscription boxes and bundle options. Wacky Robots subscriptions are perfect for beginners, introducing foundational concepts like LEDs and Ohm’s law. For those aged 11 and up, the STEM Box subscriptions present challenging projects that would intrigue any electronics tinkerer! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Where to buy this: 

Wacky Robots Subscription Boxes (CircuitMess website) 

STEM Learning Bundles For Everyone (CircuitMess website) 

Enjoy the video! 

Bit, By CircuitMess - REVIEW

Nature / Type:             STEM Kit 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️    

Recommended age:    7 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Kids that enjoy DIY projects/ electronics/ STEM kits/ video games 

CircuitMess offers one of the coolest DIY kits I’ve ever seen, ideal for electronic tinkerers and DIY enthusiasts alike. We recently tested the BIT set - a DIY game console that transported us back to the nostalgic realm of classic video games, and we’re loving it! 

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) DIY Kit - Build The Coolest Game Console! 

BIT is designed for kids aged 7 and up. It comes with everything needed to build a game console - acrylic casings, PCB, battery holder, plastic bolts, standoffs, metal screws, push-button caps, 3 AA batteries, and a USB-C cable. I love the detailed BIT Build Guide which features photographs for each step. Building it with my 8-year-old was a BLAST.  The 20-minutes building project is rewarding and engaging for young kids just starting their journey into electronics, striking the perfect balance between fun and challenge without being frustrating. 

(2) Classic Video Games That Transport Us Back To The Good Old Times

Once you complete the build, the console boots up and loads a menu of games. By default, it includes 3 classic 80s titles: Snake, Pong, Tetris. The kids LOVE them! Additionally, several more games can be unlocked with add-on wacky robots—another exciting building project I can’t wait to share with you soon! For older kids who enjoy coding challenges, there’s a QR code that links to a series of videos guiding them on how to create games through CircuitBlocks. I appreciate how the set offers both hardware and software educational experiences!

(3) Excellent Quality & Sturdy Finished Product

The quality of the components is excellent, and the finished product feels sturdy. I enjoy the tactile feel of the buttons and their satisfying ‘click’ sound. The kit also includes a lanyard for attaching to the console, a screwdriver, and even a comic book! Plus, there are additional pieces to build a three-tier plastic shelf to hold the console and its add-ons.

(4) Subscription Boxes Or Bundle Options 

CircuitMess offers a unique journey through subscription boxes and bundle options. Their Wacky Robots subscriptions cater to beginners, introducing basics like LEDs and Ohm’s law. For ages 11 and up, the STEM Box subscriptions present bigger challenges, including soldering and complex concepts like artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Simply amazing! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Wacky Robots Subscription Boxes (CircuitMess website) 

STEM Learning Bundles For Everyone (CircuitMess website) 

Enjoy the video! 

GiiKER Tic-Tac-Toe Bolt, By GiiKER - REVIEW

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Nature/ Type:            Innovative version of a classic game 

Rating:                       ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️  

Recommended age:   5 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Anyone - kids or grown-up. There are 3 games in this set! 

It’s hard to beat a classic, unless, you do it like GiiKER . Each GiiKER products that I have seen so far makes my heart sings. It’s a true master in turning the conventional into something incredible. Check out the ultimate GiiKER Tic-Tac-Toe Bolt - a three-in-one game changer (like, literally). 

Why I love ❤️ this set: 

(1) Tic-Tac-Toe With A Fun & Innovative Twist 

The classic Tic-Tac-Toe is probably the most frustrating game in the world (oh that endless, boring draws!). But GiiKER changes my perception of this game forever! Similar rules as traditional Tic Tac Toe - each player put either a X or O on a section within the 3x3 grid each turn. But here comes the twist: When a player does the 4th move, the first mark will disappear! In other words: no one is ever safe in this game, and you can play it “infinitely” until someone makes a mistake or lost track of the 3-marks rule (you can’t put the 4th mark on the same spot where the 1st mark is - even if you know the 1st mark would disappear right after the 4th mark is placed!). This is hands down the most intense Tic Tac Toe I had ever seen! Play “head-to-head” with a friend or choose the AI mode to battle the robot! 

(2) Memory Flash With 9 Difficulty Levels 

The surprise doesn’t stop here! The console also includes Memory Flash game with 9 difficulty levels! On each round, the device lights-up 2 or more sections in a random order (with audio-tone). The player must reproduce the light sequence by tapping on the screen. The challenge becomes progressively longer and more complex. The game ended when a player makes a mistake. This is a great additional game to train-up concentration and memory in a fun way! 

(3) Cover-Up Tic-Tac-Toe - A Tabletop Game 

The set also includes all the physical components for “Cover-Up Tic-Tac-Toe” - a perfect addition for any fans of tabletop games. Each piece comes in 3 sizes. Like a nesting doll, player can “cover-up” an opponent’s piece using a larger game piece, or move your piece to another spot (yes! you are allowed to “change your mind” in this version!). 

(4) Compact & Travel Easy Design 

I LOVE how compact and travel-easy the product is! The console is light-weight and removable from the bottom storage compartment for the “Cover Up Tic-Tac-Toe” game. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://giiker.com/en-au/products/tic-tac-toe-bolt (use code "toyreview20" for 20% off) 

Check out more reviews on GiiKER products: 

• Smart Sudoku, By GiiKER
• Smart Four, By GiiKER
• Super Blocks, By GiiKER 
• Super Slide, By GiiKER 

Enjoy the video! 

LOGICO Piccolo & Language - Picture Stories, By LOGICO - Review

Nature/ Type:            Educational learning kit 

Rating:                       ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:   6 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Parents looking for screen-free educational learning kit 

One frame, many uses. With LOGICO, kids can learn at their own pace and skill level. We can use the same board for a variety of activities - solving tricky mathematics questions, geometrical challenges, logical puzzles, learning about colours, or doing simple counting exercise. Today, I would love to share about another LOGICO Piccolo activity book - “Language - Picture Stories” (thank you LOGICO (Australia) for providing a copy). 

Why I love ❤️ this set: 

(1) Screen-Free Frame With 10 Moveable Buttons 

LOGICO Piccolo board looks like an iPad with blue frame - but it’s screen-free, non-electronic. It’s a handheld frame with 10 moveable, colourful buttons that can be used together with various LOGICO Piccolo activity booklets. First, insert an activity card into the slot. Read the instructions, identify the problems, recognise the connection, and push the coloured buttons to the correct spots. Concept wise, it’s similar to a “draw a line to connect” activity, but LOGICO makes the exercise more engaging with its cleverly-designed activity frame and tactile experience. The kids enjoy the games and love pushing the buttons around the frame. 

(2) Activity Booklet With 16 Learning Cards & Games 

LOGICO Piccolo is designed for kids from 5 to 9 year-old (for younger kids - check out LOGICO Primo). I love the selection of LOGICO activity booklets that cover a wide array of topics - from basic numbers and counting, colours and shapes, thinking skills, geometry, and more. This “Language - Picture Stories” has 16 learning cards in it - focuses on time sequence (which picture comes first and which next), causal relations (which tool was used that caused the change), and recognises object that is out of place/ does not match a picture story. I love that the activities use settings familiar to the kids, and accompanied with bright and interesting illustrations. 

(3) Self-Checking Feature For Independent Learning 

I think the self-checking feature is the BEST part! Once the puzzles are done, kids can flip the cards over and independently confirm the answers by comparing the colour of the buttons. 

(4) Light-Weight & Compact Travel Kit 

Piccolo board is light-weight, compact, with no loose components. It’s a fantastic on-the-go activity set to bring along for short travel or family vacation! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

• LOGICO Piccolo Frame: https://www.logicotoys.com.au/collections/logico-piccolo/products/logico-piccolo-frame
• Language Picture Stories (Activity Booklet): https://www.logicotoys.com.au/collections/logico-piccolo/products/language-picture-stories

Check out my other reviews on LOGICO products: 

• LOGICO Piccolo & Geometry 1, By LOGICO 
• LOGICO Piccolo & School Readiness, By LOGICO 
• LOGICO Primo - Numbers Up To 10, by LOGICO 
• LOGICO Primo - Comparing Quantities, by LOGICO 
• LOGICO Primo - Thinking Skills, by LOGICO 

Enjoy the video! 

LOGICO Piccolo & Geometry 1, By LOGICO - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:            Learning Activities 

Rating:                       ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:   6 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Parents looking for fun, screen-free activities for school-age kids 

There are so much to love about LOGICO Piccolo. It’s screen-free and non-electronic, although its tablet-like appearance might remind you of an iPad from a quick glance. Both of my kids love LOGICO! Today, I would love to share about LOGICO Piccolo and another activity booklet that we really love - “Geometry 1”. (Thank you LOGICO (Australia) for providing a copy!). 

Why I love ❤️ this set: 

(1) Colourful & Engaging Activity Board 

LOGICO Piccolo is an activity board targeting kids of the age from 5 to 9 year-old (for younger kids - check out LOGICO Primo). Piccolo consists of a cleverly-designed handheld board with 10 colourful, tactile and chunky buttons that can move around the frame. There is a great selection of activity booklets that go with the Piccolo board. Insert an activity card into the slot, read the instructions, identify the problems, recognise the connection, find the matching colours, and push the buttons to the correct spots. There is an incredible series of “complex” thinking steps involved here, and I’m pretty impressed watching the kids enjoying the experience and “playing” with it like some really cool games! 

(2) Activity Booklets With 16 Learning Cards 

LOGICO activity booklets cover a diverse range of topics from colours, shapes, numbers, mathematics, language readiness,  and more. We tested out the “Geometry 1” booklet recently. I really enjoy the wide array of problems and logical thinking issues featured in the 16 learning cards. There are puzzles on finding the geometrical shapes that composed a figure, recognising objects from different perspectives, matching the position of an object, building patterns, and completing a sequence of patterns etc. The illustrations are colourful, and the activities are thought-provoking and fun! 

(3) Self-Checking Feature For Independent Learning 

We LOVE the self-checking feature! Once the puzzles are done, kids can flip the cards over and confirm the answers independently by looking at the coloured buttons printed on the reverse of each card. 

(4) Light-Weight, Compact & Travel-Friendly 

This is a fantastic educational resources which would stand the test of time. Similar to the Primo frame - Piccolo board is light-weight, compact, with no loose components. It is a marvellous travel companion! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.logicotoys.com.au/collections/logico-piccolo/products/geometry-1 (Australia) 

Enjoy the video!

LOGICO Piccolo & School Readiness, By LOGICO - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:             Learning games

Rating:                       ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:   5 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Parents looking for unique, screen-free learning tools! 

If you’re looking for something educational, not too ordinary, and can grow with the kids, then you should really check out the range at Logico (Australia) . Today, I would love to share about LOGICO Piccolo and one of its activity booklet - “School Readiness”. 

Why I love ❤️ this set: 

(1) LOGICO Piccolo - A Smartly-Designed Board With 10 Moveable Buttons 

Our kids love LOGICO Primo and solving multiple puzzles using the 6 buttons board. LOGICO Piccolo is a more advanced version of this screen-free board, targeting kids of the age range of 5 to 9 year-old. I LOVE that Logico “feels” like an IPad, but it’s absolutely non-electronic! The Piccolo board includes 10 colourful, tactile and chunky (but slightly smaller than Primo’s) buttons that can move around the frame. The board works with the Piccolo activity booklets and their learning game cards. It’s incredible to watch how my little “baby” girl grows from being a Primo-fan, to now a Piccolo-lover! She ENJOYS the activities - identifying the issues, recognising connection, matching the corresponding colours, and pushing the buttons to their correct spots. Piccolo is the great example of how kids can learn through play! 

(2) 16 Learning Cards In One Booklet Of Diverse Topics & Skills 

Piccolo covers a diverse range of interesting topics and stimulating activities. If you have a kid who is starting school soon (like my little girl over here), then the “School Readiness” booklet is an awesome choice for this holiday season! The set comprises 16 learning cards - covering activities such as putting pictures in order, matching tools to images, identifying a pattern, finding the missing “dominoes”, spotting the odd object in a row etc. The illustrations are colourful, and the activities are thought-provokingly fun! 

(3) Clever Self-Checking Feature For Independent Learning 

I LOVE the self-checking feature! Once the puzzles are done, kids can flip the cards over and confirm the answers independently by looking at the coloured buttons printed on the reverse of each card. 

(4) Light Weight & Travel-Easy 

This is a fantastic educational resources which would stand the test of time. Similar to the Primo frame - Piccolo board is light-weight, compact, with no loose components. It is a marvellous travel companion! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

LOGICO Piccolo Frame: https://www.logicotoys.com.au/collections/logico-piccolo/products/logico-piccolo-frame (Australia) 

LOGICO Piccolo: School Readiness Look And Thank: https://www.logicotoys.com.au/collections/logico-piccolo/products/school-readiness-look-and-think

Enjoy the video! 

Emoji Cube, By GiiKER - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:             Desk accessory/ fidget toy 

Rating:                       ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:   3 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Anyone! Especially those who love fidget toys & Christmas! 

If you are looking for some last minute stocking-filler that’s jam-packed with festive-mood and overloaded with irresistible cuteness, look no further! Check out - Emoji Cube from GiiKER - a non-electronic fidget toy with an adorable emoji twist! 

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Green Cube + 4 Cute Emoji Stickers 

Emoji Cube comes in a unique Christmas-theme green cube and 4 clear stickers featuring lovingly illustrated facial expressions. First, peel the stickers and stick them on each of the 4 rotatable surfaces of the cube. Next, adjust the bright red and white winter earmuffs (or the cute headphone) so that the band is positioned right on top and across a “face”. Seriously, how super CUTE this Emoji Cube is! Our kids can’t stop admiring and smiling looking at the 4 cute Emoji faces - the blushing face with a hint of shyness, the crying face with tears flowing uncontrollably, a “lovey-dovey” expression with two heart-shaped eyes, and a rosy-cheeked face completed with a cheeky smile. I LOVE toys that display different emotions - they are great conversation starters with the kids, and the kids love mimicking the special expressions whilst adding some silliness onto them! This emoji cube makes my heart flutters with its enchanting cuteness! 

(2) Spin-able - Super Cute Fidget Toy!

Grip the cube by holding-on to the white parts of the earmuff with 2 fingers; Now, spin the cube, watch it rotates in quick motion, and guess which lucky emoji it will land on! This is probably one of the cutest fidget toys I have ever seen. It’s delightfully addictive to play with, and really satisfies our natural urge to spin, roll, and flip things around with our restless hands. This is an awesome stress-releaser - calming, reducing anxiety, engaging the senses, and keeping us focused in a surprisingly relaxing way. 

(3) Christmas Colours & Festive Mood 

I love the Christmassy colours of green and red! I also really love how tiny this cube is - this is a stylish desk accessory, a friendly on-the-go companion, a lovely bag charm, and a charming keychain charm. It fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, and slips effortlessly into pocket or backpack. I’m loving this compact little travel-companion! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://giiker.com/en-au/products/fidget-cube

Enjoy the video! 

Smart Sudoku, By GiiKER - REVIEW

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Nature/ Type:           Sudoku with a technology twist 

Rating:                      ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:   6 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Sudoku lovers/ anyone who loves logical puzzles & fun brainteasers 

GiiKER - you’ve done it again! ❤️ GiiKER is an expert when it comes to incorporating technology into classic games, reinventing them into something extraordinary. We are BIG fans of its Super Slide, Super Blocks, Smart Four - and we now have a new FAVOURITE added to the list: Smart Sudoku - specially for the number enthusiasts! 

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) 3D-Version Sudoku in 6X6 or 4X4 Grid

The gameplay is similar to traditional Sudoku, save that it is designed in a grid of 6x6 and 4x4, instead of the standard 9x9 format. The set comes with 3D number pieces from number 1 to 6 (6 each), and a battery-operated game board. First, select a challenge. Set up the board according to the layout shown on the LED display screen. Now, solve the puzzle by filling out the rest of the cells using the remaining number tiles so that each row, column and section contains all the digits from 1 to 6 without repetition. Each time when we place a number in an empty cell and selected the correct corresponding number indicator, the main screen displays a checkmark (or a cross if we make an error). We love the celebratory animation of lights and audio tune when we successfully completed a challenge. I also love how the screen would tell us the time we took to solve the puzzle. I love how we can quickly convert the 6x6 sudoku into a 4x4 format by simply sliding the clear cover into the board. 

(2) Classic Game With Smart-Technology Twist 

Using smart technology, GiiKER brings many exciting features that were impossible to be done using traditional method. First, we can do “head to head battle” by pairing up with another Smart Sudoku device. There is also a “hint function” that would give clues about position and number solution. We can also activate mute setting, change level settings (L1 to L5 for 6x6 sudoku), and skip / select a challenge. My favourite part? This smart device contains a massive number of 2500 challenges! 

(3) Innovative Gadget With Colourful Components 

I love the chunky and colourful number tiles (younger kids can play with it using colours as guide). I love the travel easy board with clear lid locking everything securely within. This is an innovative gadget that would provide hours of screen-feee fun for all ages! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://giiker.com/en-au/products/smart-sudoku (Use Discount Code: 60SREVIEW for 15% off of Smart Sudoku) 

 

Enjoy the video! 

Zoomi, By Mobi - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:           Handheld maze challenges 

Rating:                      ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:   4 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Any kids that enjoy maze/ hand-eye coordination challenges 

Zoomi from Mobi is probably the most unique handheld maze I have ever seen! It’s hexagonal, continuous and non-stop, and comes with multi-maze in multiple level of challenges (just like a video game console but without the need of battery). It’s a BIG HIT with kids, and I can’t wait to share with you about this amazing screen-free creation! Thank you Divisible by Zero for providing a copy!

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) Non-Stop Maze Challenges - 5 Maze Designs In 1 

Zoomi is a 6 panels, hexagonal game with 5 different maze designs in one. The game is instinctive in nature: simply tilt and tumble and twist to guide the encased steel ball around the series of maze challenges. What I love most is the clever design; Zoomi is “unstoppable” (like, literally) - you can challenge yourself repeatedly without a pause nor re-start button. The ball rolls from one maze to another continuously, with each maze connects directly to two other mazes in a “circle” (or hexagon, to be more accurate). I love that all 5 mazes are designed differently; starting with a blue vertical maze with 6 moveable spin-wheels spreading across, follows by a bright pink maze with uneven and bumpy surface; next, it’s a blue maze that requires the kid to navigate the ball from left to right and repeat again, before the ball zooms down an arrangement of bristle-like obstacles. Lastly, enter the most challenging yellow maze - where precision and full concentration are required in order to manoeuvre the ball victoriously to the finish point! 

(2) Maze Challenges Of Different Difficulty Levels  

The kids found out almost immediately that some maze challenges are trickier than the rest, and it’s apparent that the largest yellow maze is the real thrill (or pain). What I love most is when the kid got “stuck”, there is always an easy way to escape (simply reverse the direction and the ball will roll to the next easier maze). Zoomi is without a doubt a game for all ages - from young beginners, adventurous challengers, to true enthusiasts with the steadiest of hands. 

(3) Seriously Awesome Travel-Friendly Game

This game is portable and perfect for a convenient road-trip challenge! Zoomi is made from 100% food grade silicone and plastic. I love the bold and eye-catching neon colours. Zoomi is stunning and simply irresistible!

# gifted in exchange of review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.childplay.com.au/products/mobi-zoomi-multi-maze (Australia) 

https://www.starfishstore.com.au/products/mobi-zoomi-hexagon-maze (Australia) 

Enjoy the video! 

Times Table Bubble Board, By Junior Learning - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Pop-it board with time table 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  7 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Kids that enjoy pop-it toys / parents looking for a stimulating timetable board 

 “Times Table Bubble Board” from Junior Learning makes multiplication looks fun and non-boring! I’m loving the magic of a pop fidget as a mathematical tool. 

Why I love ❤️ this toy:

(1) Learn Multiplication With Unique Pop-It Board 

Our 7-year-old is right at the stage of multiplication-learning, and he loves using this Bubble Board as a way to cross-check his timetable calculations. The soft silicone has 144 pop-it bubbles, arranged in the grid of 12 rows and 12 columns. The factors 1 to 12 are printed above the first horizontal bubble row, and on the left-most border of the first vertical bubble column. Each of the bubble is numbered with a sum in the Time Table (for example, the number “20” is printed on the bubble intersected with 4 X 5). Kids can pop the bubbles whilst solving the equation, one at a time. This bubble board keeps the kids engaged and focused with the counting, and it’s just so unbelievably satisfying to pop! 

(2) Observe And Discern Multiplication Patterns Using Time Table Board 

I love timetable boards - they are a great way to demonstrate patterns and relationship of the numbers in a visually-engaging way. Mathematics used to be THE subject that I dreaded the most, so I’m pretty happy to see such a clever and interactive mathematics aid, showing us the interesting patterns hidden behind the rules of multiplications. For example, kids can see from the board that any number multiplied by “one” will always remain as the same number, and any number multiplied by “10” will give us the original number + 0. 

(3) Light Weight & Engaging Silicone Pop-It Board  

I love that this board is light weight, keeping the kids occupied and happy, and stress-releasing. We love the durable, easy to clean, and “squeezable” silicone material. We love the addictive popping sound and the good large size. 

(4) Minimalist Design & Less Distracting 

I have seen many similar pop-it boards in the market with multi-colour rainbow options, but I personally think nothing beats the single colour of blue. It’s calming, less distracting, and functional with minimalist design. I also love that the factors 1 to 12 are printed on the horizontal and vertical borders of the board (not on the pop-it bubbles themselves), which makes this board less confusing compared to many similar timetable pop-it boards in the market. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Junior Learning (Australia) 

Check out also my review of other Junior Learning mathematical resources: 

• 100s Bubble Board, By Junior Learning 
• Multiplication Dominoes, By Junior Learning 
• Flashbot, By Junior Learning 

Enjoy the video! 

Super Slide, By GiiKER - REVIEW

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Nature/ Type:          Sliding game combines with technology   

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age: 6 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Puzzle game lovers 

There are a few awesome things I love: A bowl of spicy broth Ramen topped with Tamago, a carefree afternoon with Studio Ghibli anime, a pint of beer on Friday evening, and (my new favourite in the list) an uninterrupted hour of Giiker Super Slide puzzles! 

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) Puzzle Game With Smart Technology 

Super Slide has been making a splash in social media, and there’s a good reason for that. Super Slide reminded me of a retro handheld console, except that this is WAY better, and fits the “educational” and “less screen time” criteria that I’m actively looking for. This is the first sliding game I’ve ever seen that combines the brain of technology into a physical board. The set includes a puzzle base, 18 tiles (12 yellow squares, 5 blue rectangles, one large red square), and a User Manual. Setting up is easy; insert 2 AAs batteries, press and hold the red power button, arrange your tiles as per the layout shown on the LED display screen, and you’re ready to solve! The goal is to slide the individual tiles around to get the large red square to the central bottom (marked by the graphic on the base). Sounds easy? Maybe, but not quite. When you successfully solved a challenge, the automatic detection feature would award you with a little tune and animation, which I find strangely delightful and super encouraging! 

(2) 500 Challenges of Sliding Puzzle!!! 

NOW THE BEST PART - this Super Slider has over 500 challenges (!), arranged in progressive difficulty. You can get through the puzzle one at a time, save your level, or choose and pick your challenge. 

(3) Classic Game With Cool Advanced Features

Or course, the magic doesn’t stop here! If you would like some hints and clues, there is a “Learn” Mode you can use where you will be given step-by-step solving guide for a challenge. You can also start the countdown timer and elevate your puzzle-solving challenge to another level. There is also a “mute” function if you want some peace and quiet puzzle time. 

(4) Compact & Travel-Friendly Game 

I love the magnetic tiles that snap nicely on the board, the tactile feel, and the audible sliding sound. I also love how light weight, compact and travel-friendly this game is. I love the modern, innovative touch to a classic physical game. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://giiker.com/en-au/products/super-slide (Use Discount Code: TOYREVIEW15 for 15% off) 

Check out also my review on GiiKER Super Blocks here: https://www.60secondstoyreview.com/2023/08/super-blocks-by-giiker-reviee.html

Enjoy the video! 

Duncan Brain Game Set, By Duncan - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Brain Games - 3 in 1 set  

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  6 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Collectors of fidget toys/ brain games/ travel games 

 “Duncan Brain Game Set” is a box of 3 classic “fidget toys” that would intrigue anyone who is up to a challenge. If you are someone who loves “creating order out of chaos”, then you should check out this fascinating set (thank you VR Distribution for providing a copy).

Why I love ❤️ this set: 

(1) Quick Cube: The Smoothest Cube With Great "Corner Cutting"

In this set, you would find 3 games - Quick Cube, Color Shift, & Serpent. Let me first tell you about the Duncan version “Quick Cube”. Also known commonly as “Rubik’s Cube” or “Magic Cube”, this three-dimensional puzzle is no stranger in the universe of toys. I’m not a speed-cuber, but I’m immediately amazed by how easily twistable this Duncan cube is. In fact, this is by far the smoothest cube I have ever played with; the “corner cutting” feature (ie the twist-ability of the cube when the layers are not aligned perfectly) is superior. Like I said, I’m not a professional, but I think a smooth, quiet, friction-less cube is essential to train up a speedy and serious cube-solver! 

(2) Colour Shift: A Child-Friendly Colour Matching Game 

“Colour shift” is a ball with 12 holes, 11 of which are filled with a colored ball. It has the colour-matching concept like Rubik Cube, but is WAY easier to solve. Once the beads are jumbled up, the pliable foam (“inner core”) keeps the beads securely locked at their slots. Players would have to repeatedly search for the 5 “moveable” beads adjacent to an empty hole, with the aim of relocating the beads back to the right positions (ie the slot with corresponding coloured ring). This is a puzzle that both of my kids really love, and I like the audible “click” sound when the bead is shifting from one slot to another. 

(3) Serpent Puzzle: Creative Building Toy For Kids & Adults 

My personal favourite is the Duncan Serpent Snake Puzzle. I have played with other versions that look kind of similar to this (but different in material and “feel”). This Duncan version is probably the best by far. It has a good grip, solid feel, right size, and is easily twistable. It is more than a puzzle; it is also a “building toy” in a chain of triangular prisms. Each of the individual brick can be twisted, and collectively transformed into a dog, ball, snake, rocket, giraffe, and more! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/242732/duncan-brain-game-combo-set (Australia) 

Enjoy the video!