I-Coaster

Magnetix I-Coaster

The Magnetix I-Coaster is a combination between a magnetic building set, marble run and a contraption, the I-Coaster is a high-tech creative toy excellent in every aspect.

This sophisticated marble toy features lights, sounds and even the possibility to include soundtracks to the marble roller coaster in action, that’s right, there is a connector for MP3 player devices.

The magnetic power not only connects the pieces to configure up to 10 possible guided circuits, it also allows the marbles to perform acrobatic maneuvers such as levitation, jumps, corkscrews and amazing loops.

On top of the 10 possible ways to construct a toy roller coaster featured in the instructions manual, there are endless alternatives for inventive children to build their own designs using an unlimited resource: their imagination. This is an outstanding creative toy for motivated kids and even adults who enjoy contraptions! Who doesn’t?

This magnetic building set – marble run hybrid has a total of 64 pieces and they include:

  • 10 towers with tower bases
  • 11 tracks
  • 7 stunt pieces
  • 17 connectors
  • 2 light sensors
  • plug and play box with speaker
  • 5 15 millimeter magnetic marbles

The instructions are well illustrated so the pieces can easily be identified to allow a fun, frustration free building experience every time. Putting it away or reconstructing it is pretty straightforward as well.

Other tools and accessories not included with the Magnetix I-Coaster package are: four “C” batteries and a Phillips screw driver to install them.

Magnetix I-Coaster Selection

Age 6+

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Perplexus

Perplexus by Plasmart is the ASTRA Best Toys for Kids 20101 winner in the Game Play-Dexterity Game category.

Perplexus is more than a compressed combination of marble run and marble maze, it is a mind expanding experience for adventurous children looking for a challenge.

This three dimensional marble toy contained in a compact translucent plastic bubble is a sculptural combination of complex maneuvering routes that defies children to complete a circuit with calculated turns.

Players need to move a small marble through channels and barriers form the start point to the end. Players can even compete against the clock and each other, bringing new dimensions of interest to the game.

Perplexus is a natural developmental toy in several aspects:

  • refines motor skills
  • develops dexterity
  • exercises concentration
  • improves eye-hand coordination
  • teaches about cause and effect
  • teaches about gravity effects

Here are a few other reasons why Perplexus is an outstanding marble game is:

  • it is portable
  • it operates with no batteries
  • the enclosed marble is safely contained inside the sphere, so it can never be lost or even worse, swallowed!

Age 6+

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1. The award winning toys selected by The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA), are chosen because they are considered to be engaging, unique, open-ended, fun and safe. For more information visit Astra’s official website at www.astratoy.org.

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Skyrail Rollercoaster

Quercetti Skyrail Rollercoaster with Elevator, 200 Pieces

The Quercetti Skyrail Suspension Rollercoaster with Elevator is a spectacular structure ideal for future engineers; this mechanical toy promotes creativity and develops building skills for children.

5 yards of tracks and 200 pieces make this outstanding marble run, it features a vortex chamber with glow-in-the-dark rails and an elevator for continuous action.

The detailed instructions are clear and well-illustrated to make kid’s experiences with this great toy construction set, frustration free!

The Quercetti Skyrail products are top rated toys and award winning toys with recognitions such as the Parents’ Choice Gold Award, The Oppenheim Portfolio Gold Seal Selection, Dr. Toy’s 10 Best Educational Products and Dr. Toy’s 100 Best Children’s Products.

Kids will enjoy every step of the building process and feel rewarded as they watch as the marbles spin and wind through the vortex!

Other features to consider are:

  • double entrance large funnel
  • two spiral tracks
  • base pieces for sturdy construction
  • extra-long bridges

Age 8+

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Motorized Marble Run

Motorized Marble Run Selection

As if marble runs were not interesting enough, a motorized marble run incorporates new dimensions to the forces of gravity and inertia. A motor, a couple of gears, and plastic chain lifts complete the marble elevator that maintains the constant action.

Kids get to enjoy watching as the marbles are transported to the top and then they cascade down through the routes defined by creative connections.

Children understand relationships of cause and effect as they configure a motorized marble run and they watch the marbles complete the circuit.

The Motorized Marble Run is a fantastic creative toy!

Age 4+

Find a large selection of Motorized Marble Runs at Amazon.com

This video features a motorized marble run with two elevators. Check it out!

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Deluxe Marble Race

Deluxe Marble Race - 90 Pieces

Ready, set, go! It’s a marble race full of color, turns and surprises. Allow your little ones to experience the mesmerizing power of a real creative marble game.

Creativity, development and entertainment are combined in this great developmental toy to generate hours of fun. The variations that can be constructed are limitless, and although color-coded instructions are included, your children will learn to get creative and make their own marble runs. It’s easy for little hands to put together, and so interesting to watch as the marbles go through the tubes.

Make your own marble run with your kids and watch their faces as the marbles race through the maze!

Age 3+

Find this Deluxe Marble Race – 90 Pieces at Discount School Supply.

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Singing Tree Marble Run

Singing Tree Marble Run

Make the tree sprout a captivating array of notes. Just start the ball(s) rolling through its vibrant landscape track and be enchanted with soothing tones and mesmerizing movement. See how the various ball sizes create different speeds and sounds.

The Singing Marble Tree consists of a central wooden “trunk” with a series of colored wooden petals, the smallest at the top and the largest at the bottom. Drop a marble on the top petal and listen to it “kerplonk” all the way down from petal to petal. Each petal makes a different tone (due to the different size) for a lovely “singing” affect. Includes four marbles. And the Singing Tree Marble Run is large enough for several children to use at once.

Age 3+

Find the Singing Tree Marble Run at Discount School Supply.

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Velocity Marble Mania

Marbles speed, twist, turn, and amaze! Techno Gear’s Velocity Marble Mania set features an exciting spring-loaded marble launcher that allows children to send marbles into the twisting and turning tracks at a high velocity.

With over 350 pieces, this colorful set requires no batteries and includes dual tracks plus a detailed, full color instruction manual.

Techno Gear's Velocity Marble Mania

Challenging problem-solving skills and expanding kids’ knowledge of mechanics and engineering, this creative marble game will engage youngsters in the building process for hours on end.

Fun and educational… a winning combination!

Age 8+

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Raceway Marble Mania

Fast n’ fun marble run! The Techno Gear’s Raceway Marble Mania newest version, The Twin Turbo TraX, features over 420 pieces, it lets kids build amazing, twisting marble runs.

Fun sounds effects add to the excitement, as competitors race their marbles on this exciting speedway. A LED display even shows the winning time! The colorful marble run includes interlocking plates, 3-D connectors, shafts, and channels.

Challenging problem-solving skills and expanding kids’ knowledge of mechanics and engineering, this creative marble game will engage youngsters in building cool runs and racing marbles for hours on end!

Marble Mania Twin Turbo Trax

Age 8+

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Build & Play Marble Run

Build And Play Marble Run And Accessories Set

Youngsters design the paths and then watch as marbles do the rest: rolling through flippers, around and down funnels, across castle ramparts, spiral ramps, and landing in catch-all hoppers. There are 68 re-arrangeable, durable plastic components and 12 marbles for a variety of non-stop action.

Age 5 +

Find this Build And Play Marble Run And Accessories Set at Constructive Playthings.

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Marble Run Block Set

This magnificent Marble Run toy set features large solid hardwood blocks with grooves and holes. Kids love to join the blocks in endless combinations, creating unique wooden mazes. Then off they send the colorful marbles through the tunnels and down the chutes. Set includes 14 marbles, 45 wooden blocks and storage bag.

The marble run block set is fun, and stimulates creativity and problem-solving like very few toys can.

Age 5+

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