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Overview:
Animal Scramble features an electronic hand-held tagger shaped like a giraffe and four fist-sized friends (a monkey, parrot, tiger and elephant). The giraffe calls out which animals kids should run to and tag and tracks the amount of time taken to complete each course. In team mode, kids are instructed to pass the giraffe to other players as they work cooperatively to achieve their fastest time.
The giraffe houses a microchip that uses Radio Frequency Identification to recognize the different animal targets, which can be set up side-by-side, or spread out across the length of a football field. There is no limit to the distance between targets. Farther targets result in more running and exercise. When the giraffe is placed over the correct animal, the circuit is complete and the players advance.
As the game progresses, the commands become more challenging. In early levels, the giraffe calls out the first letter or full name of the animal to tag. Once kids master the names, the game adds in animal sounds, colors and characteristics. (Who says roar? Who is orange? Who has stripes?) These questions help kids learn to identify single objects in multiple ways.
Animal Scramble requires physical exertion through running, bending, reaching and tagging movements that aid in the development of large and small muscle groups while improving coordination and motor skills. The sharing, listening and turn-taking aspects of the game practice positive social behaviors. Played indoors or out, solo or in teams, Animal Scramble keeps kids up on their feet, expending energy and having fun.
Requires 3 AA batteries, not included.
Recommended Ages: 3-5 / Players: 1-6
Consumer Notices:
Conforms to the safety requirements of ASTM F963.
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from zurich, switzerland on 1/10/2010
Great for kids to develop listening and matching skills. My 2 1/2 year old could easily do the first two levels and had a great time. Love the increasing levels so the game will grow with the kids!
from Bristol, WI on 12/27/2009
Except for our 15 month old, our whole family was able to play and have fun (ages 6, 4, 3 and 15 months). It's a high energy game that allows participants to sharpen short term memory skills. The only problem we've had, is that during our first use, one of the stands that the animals stand on lost it's peg so now doesn't work. That's way I marked it flimsy.
from Suffolk, NY on 12/18/2009
I bought this toy for two of my grandchildren and to use with the autistic children I work with. It is an engaging and interactive toy that children love.
I took my son (3) and daughter (2) to the store to purchase a new game. My son picked this one out and I thought it sounded fun and worth the money. I WAS RIGHT! Both my kids love it. The only thing I wish was if there was more to it. I wish there were more than the 4 goal animals.. Once we started playing it, it just felt, to me atleast, there should have been maybe 5 or 6..
from CT on 7/11/2009
bought this for a 2 yr old nephew and it was a hit!
from Pittston, PA on 3/16/2009
This was a birthday gift for our 3 year old son and I couldn't wait to get it! I read wonderful reiviews about it and it lived up to every one! It's educational, exciting and keeps children listening and moving! Fantastic toy!!!!
from Japan on 2/14/2009
Great for young EFL ESL kids to become more interested in English.
from St. Louis Missouri on 1/8/2009
Gets the kids and parents playing together and running around - equal on the playing field. ha ha
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from MI on 1/8/2009
This is a great game for parents of children with kids in multiple age groups who want to buy a single game. My two year-old can play this and enjoy it but so can her older brother who is four - and it still keeps his interest! This is a great gift.
from midwest on 1/3/2009
Fun younger child version of Hyper Dash.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Gardena, Calif. on 1/1/2009
This game enabled both kids, 3 yrs apart in age to play well & easily together w/no fighting and a lot of FUN....while learning AND getting exercise. Mom and Dad can join in - it doesn't get much better than that w/a toy!
I am the parent of 3 children and three grandchildren. My 2 older children are 20 ans 22 and my youngest daughter is 6. This game is by far the most fun and easy game to set up. She has about every toy and this one has kept her entertained longer than any of them. She can go get it and set it up herself without help and play alone, which she does quite a bit because the older ones have one year olds of their own. But, even they stopped and took the time to play this with her, the games are quick to finish, so they dont have to sit forever, they can take a few minutes to play. They really enjoyed playing it themselves too.
I have 2 older children 19 and 22, and a 6 year old, so my 6 year old plays by herself or with me alot. This game is very easy and quick to set up. Even me, as an older parent enjoy playing this game and she is thrilled even playing by herself, and she gets bored very easily and this kept her entertained for hours. Even her big brother and sister played it with her.
from Colorado Springs, CO on 12/28/2008
This was a great gift! It is easy for parents and grandparents to use to engage the child and interact on the child's level. Plus, it's adorable!
from massachusetts on 12/11/2008
my grandson and the other child in daycare in his home play with this in the living room when they are confined ti the house by cold weather
from Yorktown, IN on 11/11/2008
Again, love the game[...]
[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
from Lorton, VA on 10/10/2008
I gave this as a gift to my nephew. Apparently he wants to play it all the time. He really has been having a great time with this toy. It's fun for the whole family so everyone jumps and plays as well!
[9 of 9 customers found this review helpful]
My daughter just loves Animal Scramble, I thought it was going to be too young for her but she really likes it, I would say it is a great product for ages 3-7 years.