ThinkFun Balance Beans Math Game - Engaging Pre-Algebra Puzzle for Kids | Enhances Logical Reasoning & Critical Thinking | Award Winning Educational Toy | for Ages 5 and Up

Got this for my son's 11th birthday- he chose it and he loves it. He is a math whiz and loves Think-fun products.

Good game

Es una juego muy interesante para estimular el razonamiento lógico y las funciones ejecutivas en los chicos particularmente aquellos que les gustan los retos diferentes.

My 6 year old absolutely loves this game. It’s lots of fun, and educational. There’s a range of challenges to solve from easy to expert. It’s great for solo play or to do together.

Once again, ThinkFun has created a game that kids enjoy while secretly learning important educational skills. Balance Beans a single-player game that introduces young learners to elementary algebra, physics, and logic in a fun, hands-on format.First, assemble the see-saw by placing the balance tray on the base. The balance tray contains 7 rows of 3 raised circles that fit into the feet of the beans. Next, choose one of 40 challenge cards ranging from easy to difficult. The front of the card indicates where to place particular 'stationary' red beans on the balance tray. From there, player(s) attempt to strategically place indicated 'moveable' orange, yellow & blue beans on the tray without it teetering. What players don't realize is that when they balance the seesaw, they are actually balancing an equation! If the challenge is too difficult, the solution is on back--although some challenges will have multiple solutions. Through continual play and as the challenge cards get harder, players begin to rely less on trial and error and more on math and reasoning skills. The game can be enjoyed by one player or multiple players that want to work together on the solution.The ages for this game are listed for 5 and up, however children do not have to understand the math behind the game to play. Through simple hands-on experimentation, young players discover how beans placed farther from the center of the balance tray will lower the board more than an equal number of beans placed closer to the center. My 4 and 5 year old sons quickly grasped the concept and eagerly progressed through the challenge cards. Sometimes they opt to create and solving their own puzzles. The first level of puzzle cards can easily be completed through play and experimentation.I am a Pre-K educator and am excited to introduce this game into our independent STEM center and see my students strategize the bean placement and problem solve.As for the contents, the pieces are well made and will stand up to a lot of use. The beans all have cute expressions printed on their 'faces'. The cards are pliable, but laminated with a thin material to protect from minimal spills. I will likely laminate them with a thicker sheet for durability and attach them to a binder clip to avoid losing cards since I will use this game in class. The game comes with a mesh bag to store the balance tray, base, beans, cards, and instructions.Overall, Balance Beans is a great game to introduce a little math into your child's playtime! I write my reviews in order to assist shoppers make informed purchasing decisions. If this review has helped you make your decision (to buy or not to buy) please rate my review helpful. If you think I left something out, disagree, or have a question, please comment! I never post a review if it is not my genuine opinion or experience. If this is an issue for you in any way, please skip over this review. I did receive this product in exchange for my honest review, but I review products the same as if I had paid full price.