Ages 3+
Take magnetic tile play in a whole new direction with the Connetix 92 Piece Rainbow Ball Run Expansion Pack. Designed for building, experimenting and plenty of trial and error, this clever expansion pack lets children create twisting ball runs, racing tracks and gravity powered constructions.
Featuring Connetix’s exclusively designed clear fluted tubes, colourful connector tiles and six rainbow wooden balls, children can see the action unfold as their balls race through every bend, drop and turn. Special effect stair soundscape tubes add another layer of discovery, while S bend and split tubes invite children to experiment with speed, direction and racing.
More than simply building a ball run, this is hands on STEAM play that encourages children to explore concepts such as gravity, motion, cause and effect and problem solving through play.
Known for its quality and thoughtful design, Connetix creates durable magnetic tiles designed to grow with children as their ideas, skills and constructions become increasingly complex. Add this expansion pack to an existing Connetix collection and discover even more possibilities for open ended play.
Why You'll Love It
- Creates interactive ball runs using your existing Connetix magnetic tile collection
- Encourages open ended construction with endless opportunities to redesign, test and experiment
- Explores gravity, motion, speed and cause and effect through hands on STEAM learning
- Clear fluted tubes allow children to watch the balls travel through their creations
- Special effect stair soundscape tubes bring sound and movement into ball run play
- S bend and split tubes introduce racing, different pathways and more complex builds
- Six rainbow wooden balls add a beautiful tactile element to magnetic construction play
- Designed to grow with children as their building skills and ideas become more advanced
- Crafted with the quality, durability and clever engineering Connetix is known for
Perfect For
- Children who already have Connetix magnetic tiles and are ready to expand their collection
- Kids who enjoy building, experimenting, problem solving and discovering how things work
- STEAM learning through hands on exploration of gravity, movement, speed and cause and effect
- Open ended play that can become more challenging as children develop their construction skills
- Young builders who love marble runs, magnetic tiles, racing games and interactive constructions
- A thoughtful birthday or Christmas gift for children who already love Connetix
Play Ideas
- Build a twisting ball run and experiment with different ways to get the ball from top to bottom
- Create two pathways and race the rainbow wooden balls to see which reaches the finish first
- Change the height, bends and tube placement to investigate how the design affects speed
- Build a tall magnetic tile tower and incorporate the ball run throughout the structure
- Create challenges where children need to redesign their run if the ball stops or escapes
- Combine ball runs with imaginative builds such as castles, towers, race tracks or colourful cities
Develops Skills
- Problem solving
- Creative thinking
- Spatial awareness
- Fine motor skills
- Hand eye coordination
- Planning and sequencing
- Cause and effect understanding
- Early engineering concepts
- STEAM learning
- Persistence and experimentation
Each pack includes:
- 36 x Connecting squares
- 6 x Wooden Balls
- 2 x Y Shape Split Tubes
- 2 x Long Stairs
- 2 x S Bend Tubes
- 8 x U Shaped Tubes (180-degree bend)
- 8 x Slide Tubes
- 12 x Right Angle Tubes (90-degree bend)
- 6 x Long Straight Tubes
- 8 x Short Straight Tubes
- 2 x Bowls
- Idea Booklet
(Please note this pack does not include any standard tiles)
About:
- All tiles are made using non-toxic ABS plastic that is BPA and Phthalate-free, sealed and riveted for extra safety.
- The unique bevelled design allows Connetix to be strong while offering beautiful clear refractions.
- Connetix is compatible with other leading brands.
Box size: 42.5 x 26 x 10.5 cm
Caution: Contains magnets and small parts
Note: Unfortunately, due to the nature of the material it's made from the tiles can sometimes become marked during the manufacturing and packing process. Please know that these imperfections do not impact the playability of the tile and despite their very best efforts it is almost impossible to prevent some of the slight imperfections from occurring. They also recommended that the tiles be played with on a soft surface, carpet or rug especially if building tall towers to protect the tiles.