What is the size of the smallest piece in the set. I would like to buy for older kid, but I want to be sure it is not a choking hazard for 6 mo old.
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The smallest pieces in our sets are equilateral triangles with the sides 2 and 3/4 inches long. So the pieces themselves would not be a choking hazard. However, one caveat. Our grandson built a structure on a table in a sunroom where the floor was ceramic tile. His building was knocked off the table onto the tile floor, and one of the pieces "popped" open. The building tile itself was not broken but the two sides came apart and the six little magnets inside were scattered. Those narrow little magnets, 3/4 inch long, would definitely be a bad choking hazard for a baby or small child. The building tile was not broken. We were able to re-insert the magnets and press the two sides of the tile back together, but I threw that tile away in case it had been weakened. I alerted all our eight grandchildren's parents. It has never happened again. Kids' buildings have been knocked down constantly but always on wooden floors and there has been no further problem. Overall, it has been a fabulous toy. Our local grandson, now 8, still dashes to play with it every time he comes to our house. With a small child, however, I would want an adult to be watching them, just in case....
493171
These are great for kids of all ages....even adults. The smallest piece is a triangle, approximately two inches per side. I don't see my 5 mth old being able to swallow it, but I keep them away from him nonetheless. These are one of the favorites at my daughters school. I highly recommend them.
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The pieces are different sizes but all too large to fit down a toilet paper tube. That was always what I used to check if something was too small for one of my infants. Your older child will love to build with the magnetic tiles. You can make the most wonderful structures....and the 6 month old will love to pick up the colorful pieces. There are points on all the shapes, but they are not sharp. Each of the pieces had sides of at least 2-3 inches.
774896
They are all tiny pieces. Not for young ones who puts toys in their mouths, nose or ears. My son has been playing with these since he was three, but we don't have any younger ones to worry about if the pieces are left out.
577868
I actually bought it for my 2 year old son at Christmas. The smallest piece in the set is the yellow flag at the top of the castle that is removable. We didn't have any issues with the parts being too small.
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the smaller pieces are about 5 cm , if the can get to the mouth , are the caps and barrels off that they can remove and replace my child is 3 years old and doing well , not the plays , but for a smaller baby is perhaps not very suitable .
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I bought this set for my daughter's kindergarten class and it was a great gift! It will be ok for a 3 year old, but it does contain some small pieces. It could possibly be a choking hazard for a 1 1/2 yr old.
453252
No choking hazard....your right there is NO small parts, it came in a big plastic wrap/bag. That would be only possible thing I can think of.
2249459
It states 3+ yrs old ... i purchased this last year for my (then) 4 & 2 yr old ... i guess it depends if your lil one likes to put things in his/ her mouth. The topping pieces are about the size of a quarter. I did not worry about my 2 yr old.
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I bought it for my older daughter who was 5 at the time, but let my two year old play with it under supervision. There are pieces that are (shoes) very small and I was not sure if she would put them in her mouth.
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Took a measure to them and some of the smaller pieces are as small as 1" x 1/2", so yes, a choking hazard for younger children is a real possibility.
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It would be too small for a 6 year old. It is almost too small for my 2 year old. I thing there are larger ones on the market but I am not sure of the specifications. Try Melissa and Doug brand.
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The only issue, as far as the listed choking hazard goes that I could see for a 1 year old, would be the smaller pieces with the round balls as tops. The Squigz Starter set pieces are all smooth and a smaller child could possibly put one of these in his/her mouth and have a problem getting it back out - the other pieces should be fine. You could just remove those ball pieces until the child's a little older. I see they sell a PipSquigz set now, which might be the answer for you - they look textured for a young one's senses and ease of grip. Either way, you can't go wrong! My 3 year old granddaughter's Squigz pieces are out all the time - I only wish these had been around when my sons were little. Enjoy!!
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I bought it for my daughter who just turned 3. She is a gentle kid who, despite playing quite delicately, broke a few small, plastic features (like the head off of the shower), etc. within 24 hours of owning the set. The pieces are exceptionally small and fragile. Additionally if your child is in a phase of putting things in their mouth, I would say "definitely not" good for a 2-3 year old. Probably better for 3 1/2 - 4 year olds.
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I haven't opened this, but we have similar sets. The blocks are small. Anywhere from a couple of inches or less. My 4 year old plays with blocks this size and we've never had a problem with him trying to put them in his mouth.
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I have the 123 set for my 3 year old son and would not consider buying regular because the pieces are much smaller and easily pose a choking hazard for young children. Also the 123 comes with less accessories altogether and more chunky ergonomic parts which makes looking for toys and cleanup easier.
2011839
They were given to my granddaughter, so I do not have them in my home to measure for you. I would look for the Lego Duplo blocks that are specific for "1-1/2 to 5 year olds". If you look online, there are several different sets that are Lego blocks for this age group. A one to two year old is able to handle them with a little assistance.
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Some of the pieces are very tiny. I would not give it to a child that young.
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The product is for 5 and up. I think 3 may be a little too young -- depending on the child I think. These are a different material than legos. And are definitely more "delicate". Hope that helps!