Would these be appropriate for a 17 month old to play with under close supervision, or should I wait until he's a little older?
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My almost 2 yr old granddaughter has been playing with them since she was 18 mths old. she tries to put the string on but needs my help...as long as she doesn't put them in her mouth...I would hope the paint would be safe...
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If they have good hand eye dexterity, I would say yes, they can always grow into it. Otherwise I would maybe wait until closer to 2.
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I bought these for my two grandsons who are three. I don't see any problem with being used by a 17 mo old with close supervision.
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It's OK, the blocks are big and cannot be swollowed,there great try them, thanks.
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I would say wait a couple of more months maybe the right choice, my daughter is 25 months now, she didn't show much interest in playing them since the baby's hand and brain didn't develop to the level to play them well enough, but If the price is good, you can buy it for future use. One thing to keep in mind, the paint on the wood block was not thick enough, after my girl dropped them on the floor several times, the chips showed on each edge.
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Yes. They are too high for my 18 month old, but would be perfect for a 3 yr old.
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Absolutely! My 7 month old loves it right now. I think he stated playing with it at around 5 months.
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Yes. They are not a choking hazard (at least I cannot imagine it being but 1 year olds are very creative), plus they are great for fine motor skill development. My 3 year old really enjoys them. I don't know if a 1 year old would appreciate the suction abilities but I think its a good toy that will be around for at least another 2 or 3 years in the child's life. They are durable and washable. Its a great toy.
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My daughter chewed them fine but she is also 7 when I started her on them. That's such a big age difference I wouldn't know if 18 months is old enough. Maybe call them and ask for a free sample. Hugs and luck...
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YES!! I think it depends on the child both my 18 month old and 4 year old play with these.. I think its a toy that grows with the child. Even if he didnt enjoy it now you can bring it out a few months later and im sure he'll LOVE IT
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I think a 20 month would be fine with supervision. There are horizontal bars that can be used as handles. I was planning on using this as a playpen for my 6 month old grandson once the weather breaks.
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The child and age of child would be a consideration but my 3yo hasn't even attempted as far as I know. It would be very difficult in my opinion. We never open them when he is in the room. Since he can see through them, he probably hadn't seen any need to try. I feel very secure with them.
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I'm not sure of the recommended age, but my 3 year old plays with them. She's broken a few of them over the past few months, and she is a very gentle little girl. I'd say they are definitely made for kids older than her.
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I gave them to our grandson when he was almost 3. His Mom said he plays with them quite a lot.
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I actually purchased three of these (triplets) for my 5 year old granddaughter. I feel they are much more appropriate for this age. They are very small and a 7 month old would just have them in her mouth as she's teething. She might chew the tiny fingers off!
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Not sure but my boys are 7 months and they hold them, try to eat them etc and it is just fine. Maybe because that is the optimal age for the motor skills to stack them and stuff? Not sure but I think they are fine for any age. They are wood and are hard so that is something to consider.
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I believe the package said 6+ months. I think you could probably give them to a 4 or 5 month old and be fine since there aren't any small parts for a choking hazard. My baby was 6 months old when I gave them to her but she started playing with ball-like items about a month or so earlier.
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Kristen, I would say that your little one needs to be able to sit or at least have more back and head control before using this. I think the package insert says they need to be 6 months or greater. Use your judgement but I think 3 months is too little. Hope this helps.
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These are some pretty solid toys. In fact, they are sturdy enough for younger kids to play with, since they are not likely to break. Of course, watch for loose screws after a long time of abuse, but otherwise I've had no issues. My children, 3 and 5 years old, and my friend's kids (the youngest of which is only 15 mo), have fun with them. I am not exaggerating when I say that these are as close to the "real thing" you are going to get! They will last, and would be just fine banged on the floor or against each other, or filled with sand or mud outside, or with real and fake food play. It is a toy he can grow into. These are some pretty solid toys. In fact, they are sturdy enough for younger kids to play with, since they are not likely to break. Of course, watch for loose screws after a long time of abuse, but otherwise I've had no issues. My children, 3 and 5 years old, and my friend's kids (the youngest of which is only 15 mo), have fun with them. I am not exaggerating when I say that these are as close to the "real thing" you are going to get! They will last, and would be just fine banged on the floor or against each other, or filled with sand or mud outside, or with real and fake food... » Read More These are some pretty solid toys. In fact, they are sturdy enough for younger kids to play with, since they are not likely to break. Of course, watch for loose screws after a long time of abuse, but otherwise I've had no issues. My children, 3 and 5 years old, and my friend's kids (the youngest of which is only 15 mo), have fun with them. I am not exaggerating when I say that these are as close to the "real thing" you are going to get! They will last, and would be just fine banged on the floor or against each other, or filled with sand or mud outside, or with real and fake food play. It is a toy he can grow into. « Show Less
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Yes, it's perfect for 18 month. We start to play in 10 month and now he really enjoy it. We are 20month
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I would say it depends on the coordination level and physical size of the child. They work well for my 2 and 1/2 year old son but my daughter is very petite and I do not think they would have worked well for her at the same age. I hope this helps.