Classic toys
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Square 1 - Rubik's Cube (sorta)
1 recommendation
"I just wrote a long witty recommendation for this cube... and I accidentally hit the wrong button and it disappeared into the ether. Short version: Beautiful shapes and possibilities, maddening to solve. Geeks around the world have solved and shared their solutions for the Square 1 so you needn't leave it in a drawer like I do. I solved it once and I'm afraid to pick it back up again."
Rubik’s Cube Barrel/Octagonal Puzzle
1 recommendation
"I bought one of these on eBay a few years ago. It's SO pretty and seems like it ought to solve just like the 3x3... after all, it IS a 3x3 with the corners cut off... right? WRONG! When you're looking for a break from the structure of the cube, this one's quite a trip. It makes some funky (and infuriating) shapes! Good luck!"
Rubik's Pyramid
1 recommendation
"These puppies are hard to come by! I've been looking all over the web for anyone who sells the real deal new, but I can only find imitation Rubik's Pyramids for sale new... so for this gem, you MUST go to eBay. If you think the cube is too hard but you want to get started somewhere, I HIGHLY recommend the pyramid. It's actually quite easy to solve and solve quickly... a fantastic confidence builde..."
The Simple Solution to Rubik's Cube: James G. Nourse: Books
1 recommendation
"Inevitably I will want to take my game to the next level. And when I do I'll purchase this book. Especially once I get my hands on that 4x4 and that (shudder) 5x5. And NO, it's NOT cheating. If you pick up the book and learn how to solve the puzzle, you still know how to solve the puzzle..."
Rubiks Key Ring - A Rubiks Cube Keychain
1 recommendation
"When you REALLY just can't put it down and walk away, the keychain version of the Rubik's Cube can keep your buzz going. Only problem is, it's more of a showpiece than a practice aid. Mine crumbled in my hands after what I can only assume is normal usage (normal for who?!). Still, it's diminutive size adds to it's lovability."
Rubik's Professor Cube 5x5
1 recommendation
"This is where the obsession gets a smidge out of hand. Really. I have nightmares about this one. I fear my hands are too small and not nimble enough to tackle the Professor. (Seriously, who names these things?!) At any rate, it calls my name in a soft sultry whisper, like a mermaid... a really geeky mermaid. One day I will purchase this. And many years later I'll hurl it out the window in a stream..."
Rubik's Revenge Cube 4 X 4
1 recommendation
"So, a simple 3x3 Rubik's Cube is SOooo 1980-something. The stealthy geeks in the 90s just couldn't stop with a 3x3. After all, if you can solve a puzzle in less than a minute you're not really getting a mental workout anymore. The 4x4 is the essential step up when you're looking to bring your workout to the next level. A tad bit of additional dexterity is required. And a LOT more time on your hand..."
Fisher Price TV
2 recommendations
"This Fisher Price TV, stimulates and entertains with the turn of a knob, as vividly colored pictures depicting the childhood melodies "Row, Row, Row Your Boat" and "London Bridge Is Falling Down" scroll across the screen to the accompanying tune."
Mrs. Beasley Doll
1 recommendation
"Is she alive?? Well she talks like it. This classic Mrs. Beasley Doll (From the hit 1960 show, Family Affair), says 11 phrases that are sure to be a hit!"
Balloon Racer
3 recommendations
""The design of this toy racecar fits any standard balloon. Simply blow into the back of the car to inflate the balloon, set the car on the ground, and watch it race away. Made of polypropylene. For ages 3 and up.""
The Original Colorforms Set
2 recommendations
"The 250 vinyl geometric shapes are at toy that is just as brilliant 50+ years later. This classic box is a replica of the original 1951 set. A wonderful way for kids to learn about the shapes that make up our world Colorforms are also great travel toys since they'll stick on windows just as well as the pages provided in this kit."
Classic Stack Ring Toy
1 recommendation
"I still have this Rock-A-Stack @fisher-price.com and it lasted through three kiddos, thirty years ago! This toy is great for developing motor skills and learning colors. For ages 6 months & up. Perfect baby shower gift!"
Mountain Top
1 recommendation
"Insert the top in to the hole, wind up the string and let 'er rip! This great wooden top comes with slip-on circles for extra fun. Color them and see how the colors blend when they spin."
Wooden Top Set
1 recommendation
"I love classic toys, this one is just good old fun. Wind up the toy with the string and watch it spin round and round. A great pass time for kids or adults."
Deluxe Play Cube
2 recommendations
"We have this fun Play Cube from backtobasicstoys.com and our grand-daughter loves it! It has many different activities, is great for improving fine motor skills and will keep kiddos busy for hours!"
Teaching Clock for Kiddos
3 recommendations
"This Fisher-Price Clock @backtobasicstoys.com, has been around since the 60's and is still the perfect way to teach your child numbers and how to tell time. Great gift for preschoolers!"
LEGO Deluxe Brick Box
1 recommendation
"A good starter set for the early Lego lover. I like that it isn't one of the themed sets that are most prevalent now, which sort of take the "use your imgination" aspect out of the Lego experience."
Easy-Bake Oven
3 recommendations
"Nothing was better than baking a cake in our Easy Bake Oven. You feel like a mini Martha Stewart, but little do you know it's only batteries doing the dirty work."
Slinky Dog
4 recommendations
"Since 1950, Slinky Dog has been a favorite children's toy. 18 months and up."
Rock'em Sock'em Robots Back To Basics Toys
7 recommendations
"Still Rockin’ and Sockin’ After All These Years!"
Techno Rubiks Revolution
8 recommendations
"Fun factor- five stars. techno source has put a new spin on the classic rubics cube. based on family rubics cube, six fast pace games with lights and sound effects"
My Little Pony Collector Pony Set
1 recommendation
"WOW, My Little Pony’s that is a blast from the past. These classic pony’s come in the original three, Blue Belle, Butterscotch and Cotton Candy. These are great gifts for the holidays and for only $15 you can buy a couple of sets for your kid’s friends too."
Classic Etch A Sketch
3 recommendations
"I had an Etch A Sketch growing up and I never put it down. This classic drawing board will bring hours of fun to your home and also spark creativity in your child’s mind. A GREAT holiday gift idea."
Tinkertoy Classic Construction Set
2 recommendations
"Of course they'll build guns with this set, but wouldn't you rather they use their imaginations then some out-of-the-box realistic plastic thing? These toys are so simple and sturdy but, like LEGOs, provide hours of endless possibilities."
LEGO
1 recommendation
"The LEGO Large Brick Box is filled with over four hundred classic pieces. The possiblities are a limited as your imagination. Steer clear of the sets that "make something" and give a child this tub of basic shapes and sizes. LEGO bricks help with fine motor skills, spatial understanding, imagination, counting and creativity."
Rubik Cube
4 recommendations
"The ultimate stocking stuffer. The kids will be lost for hours. Or else, they'll be easily frustrated, toss it aside and you'll spend hours trying to solve it. Either way, someone is entertained!"
