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Reddit mentions of Marble Genius Marble Run Super Set - 150 Complete Pieces + Free Instruction App (85 Translucent Marbulous Pieces + 65 Glass Marbles)
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Reddit mentions: 3
We found 3 Reddit mentions of Marble Genius Marble Run Super Set - 150 Complete Pieces + Free Instruction App (85 Translucent Marbulous Pieces + 65 Glass Marbles). Here are the top ones.
- 85 complete see-through Marble Run pieces in 19 distinct styles allow you to see all the action (we don't count pieces like everyone else - these are actual complete pieces and not parts that have to be added together! See comparison in Product Description.)
- Solid plastic pieces that stick together and are easy for kids to play with
- 8 solid bases including 3 large bases to ensure maximum stability (large base designs vary slightly per included pieces image)
- Free Marble Genius Instruction App with purchase that includes 9 step-by-step guides, fun challenges, and regularly updated content (iOS or Android)
- Compatible with Marbulous Marble Run Toys including our Marble Genius Marble Run Starter Set (60 pc.), Extreme Set (125 pc.), Booster Set (20 pc.), & 9 Accessory Sets. Standard Toy Size Marbles (5/8 inch or smaller) work with this set (65 Glass Marbles Included)
Features:
Specs:
Color | Super Set |
Height | 6.81 Inches |
Length | 13.7 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Weight | 4.5 Pounds |
Width | 10.39 Inches |
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Preschool teacher here!
Expensive STEM stuff -- I've worked with all of them. If I had to get one, I'd probably do Osmo.
Bee bots
Dot and Dash
Cubetto
Osmo
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Other Manipulatives and Toys:
Reptangles - I found these at Savers and my students are super in to them right now.
Snap Circuits
Ikea Cars (not really stem but fun and high quality)
Mobilos -- can create cars but also so many other things
Marble runs of any style
"Pattern Play" Blocks -- We have these but I don't have the instructions, but kids still end up making fun designs out of them!
BIG Waffle Blocks
Architectural blocks sets -- for example
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I have a major soft spot for board games (and related) at this age. Here are a few I love.
Animal Upon Animal
The Little Orchard
Count Your Chickens
Snug as a Bug in a Rug
Snail's Pace Race
Rivers, Roads, and Rails
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Ultimately, though, your focus should be on having fun! Your 3 year old does not need to be reading and writing or doing basic math. He should be learning to play cooperatively, self regulate, and be independent. I would focus on language skills and his ability to communicate effectively and understand directions. I teach Pre-K (currently 5 year olds about to go into Kindergarten) and I do not care at all whether they can write their names or do simple math.
I am planning on getting my kids (3 and 6) one of those marble run things. Something like this one. Check out Busy Toddler, she has great gift ideas!
Best gift ever? A large cardboard box. Seriously, see if you can get one free from a furniture or appliance store. You and he can turn it into a spaceship, a race car, a house, a pirate ship... possibilities are endless!
In terms of something you can actually buy on amazon... marble runs and magnetic building sets are great if you don't already have them. Maybe a fossil dig set? Or these adorable plush dinos?
Books are always great too - in particular, this one is pretty incredible; you could also go with a more general dinosaur reference book like this or this; or a Spiderman story collection like this; or a fun set of beginning readers like this.