I'm getting a bit crusty now. I notice that when I have to accompany standing up with a grunt and a few words of encouragement to my old knees.
But...
I still retain the brain of a child. At least that's what my wife says...
And this can be useful because joy of joy I have two grandchildren of nearly six years old vintage which, are an utter blast to me, because I can indulge some old memories of which Spirograph is one.
I loved my Spirograph set when I was a child way back in the early 70's and spent literally hours using it. So, when my twin grandchildren, AKA 'The Bubs' suddenly developed an interest in colouring I spotted my chance and bought this set for me - I mean them...
And we thoroughly enjoyed it. It is almost like how I remember my original set. Okay, whilst the blurb says 'Original' that's not quite true because the set is different in layout and content. Still the same idea though.
I was perhaps jumping the gun a tad with the age of The Bubs, as they are five and a half so just a tad too young to be able to use the set by themselves. However, with a bit of help from Grumpy - that's me - we managed to make passably decent shapes.
Overall this is a great alternative to the mind sucking tablet and computer games that ever younger children seem to get hooked into and I for one encourage anything that engages their attention that isn't on a screen.
| Product Dimensions | 18 x 1 x 13 cm; 74 Grams |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 - 18 years |
| Item model number | CLC03111 |
| Language: | English |
| Number of pieces | 30 |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Material Type(s) | Plastic |
| Material Composition | Plastic |
| Remote Control Included? | No |
| Release date | 21 Mar. 2016 |
| ASIN | B01BM616BM |
