Holiday Gift Guide - K'Nex Building Sets - Review & #Giveaway

Go on a twisting and turning adventure with the Viper's Venom Roller Coaster Building Set!  Build with over 500 K'NEX pieces including rods, connectors, and track that build a model over 3 feet high!  With the motorized action, your coaster car will go on a wild adventure through 18 feet of track.  For more fun, download instructions for a 2nd coaster.  Requires 2 "AA" batteries (not included).  Rods and connectors Made in the USA.  Ages 9+.  Suggested Retail Price is $29.99.  Available on toyrus.com and knex.com.

My Thoughts

We also received the Viper's Venom Roller Coaster Building Set. This is for ages nine and up and my son was so excited to try it out. We loved it, but I have to be honest. This one is a little frustrating for kids to complete independently. My son is eleven and he couldn't do it on his own. I tried to help, but even I lost my patience. The tiny pieces are hard to match up and if even one is out of place, it doesn't work at all.  Finally, my husband had to get it together for us and it took a few days. Once it was assembled, all my kids LOVED playing with it and it was definitely worth the extra effort. It stands almost three feet tall. It runs like a real roller coaster, using mechanical pullies that drag the car up the ramp before releasing it down on its thrilling ride.  It's amazing watching the cars loop around the tracks. Its definitely a great toy. Just be prepared to have to lend a hand if you get this one for your kids unless they are a little older or have more patience than mine do. Also be sure to clear a large flat service, because it takes up a lot of space. 

Prepare for Titanfall - call down your Titan to secure your pilot and prepare for battle!  Build the Atlas Titan from the IMC Faction or the Ogre Titan from the Militia Faction.  Each set includes 1 buildable Titan from Titanfall complete with a working launcher and exclusive decals.  Each Titan stands over 10" high and includes one Pilot figure that works with the Titan.  Be prepared for combat with these Titanfall building sets! Over 160+ pieces in each set. Ages 8+.  Suggested Retail Price is $34.99 Each.  Available on knex.com.

My Thoughts

My son really loved this set. He's a big fan of Titan Falls. He decided to build this so he could display it on his X-box. Assembly was pretty easy on this one.  He had a little trouble when he was first starting out. Getting the arms and legs together took some time, but he was thrilled with the end result. Once it's all together, the arms and legs move. There is also a mini action figure to ride inside the ogre. He does have a little trouble holding onto the gun, but overall, it's a fun building set that can be used as collectible decor or to play with.

The Giveaway

One lucky winner is going to receive a Viper's Venom Roller Coaster Building Set.To enter just fill out the Giveaway Tools form below Open to the US only. This giveaway will end on 12/10/14 at 12:01 am EST. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to K'nex for offering this fantastic prize.

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K'Nex Review & Lincoln Log Giveaway @KNEX

Summer us in full swing and while we'll be spending plenty of time at the beach, we also need something to keep the kids occupied on rainy days. I always look for toys that encourage my children to use their minds and their creativity.   One great way to do this is with the building play sets from  K'NEX . They have a wide range of sets to choose from that appeal to both boys and girls of all ages.We were lucky enough to several of KNEX's newest play sets to test out.

K’NEX Angry Birds Red Planet Building Set: HOGS ON MARS

Now you can build and play in the world of Angry Birds Space!  With the Hogs On Mars building set, you can actually build and destroy a level from the Angry Birds Space game! Launch Incredible Terence and Lightning Bird to defeat the evil Space pigs and destroy the Mars Rover.  Includes a working launcher just like the game, enough parts to build and knock down, plus a bonus Space Egg.  Everything included works with other K'NEX Angry Birds sets.  You can even download instructions for an additional building idea.  Perfect for builders ages 7+.

 My Thoughts

 The Angry Birds Red Planet Building Set combines two of my children's favorite things in one incredible package.  Angry birds really come to life with the Hogs on Mars set. Its quick and easy to put together but the fun doesn't end when the building is done. There's a sling shot that allows you to catapult the four action figure and slam apart the walls. Then you have the fun of rebuilding it all over again.

TINKERTOY: 65 Piece Essentials Building Set 

Build a whole bunch with your favorite TINKERTOY parts! The TINKERTOY 65 Piece Essential building set features fan-favorite TINKERTOY parts including spools, rods, flags, washers, end caps and more. Set is perfect for first-time builders and comes with a colorful instruction sheet that features building tips and ideas. Package doubles as a sturdy, storage box for easy clean-up and portability. Suggested retail price is $22.99. Ages 3+.

My Thoughts

 TinkerToys fill in that middle ground between baby blocks and complicated building sets. The pieces are a bigger than regular Knex so they are easier for small hands to maneuver, but offer a greater challenge then more juvenile playsets.  This edition comes with 65 pieces that snap eaisily into place along with a book with instructions. There are seven building ideas including a chair and swing,  but the possibilities are only as limited as your imagination. 

SUPER MARIO: Prongo™ Building Set

Inspired by Super Mario 3DLand, this awesome set allows you to build Raccoon Mario™ and battle Prongo! Featuring jumping action and a secret room, this set also includes pipes, a flag, jump panels and coins. Suggested retail price is $34.99. Ages 8+.

Available at Toys R Us, Amazon.com and knex.com

My Thoughts

Mario steps of the screen in this limited edition building set. Complete with tubes, bricks, coins and flags, this 3D edition has it all. There are 208 pieces so kids will enjoy hours of creative time putting the set together. But even when the building is done, there are still hours of fun playtime in store. The  two action figures can journey through Mario land and play out the challenges usually only seen in the virtual world. This was a big hit with my son. He especially loves Mario in his raccoon suit. For anyone who is a fan or a collector of Mario Brothers, this is a must have edition.

K’NEX Building Sets: Extreme Sports

Cool extreme sports builds will capture young builders’ imaginations! Extreme Sports building set features 10 building ideas including a hang glider, jet skier, sky diver, sport bike rider and more. Build your own daring stunt man complete with the included helmet-head and then create an action-packed stunt of your own imagination for him to complete. Set also features full-color instructions and 250+ Classic K’NEX pieces including made in the USA rods & connectors. Suggested retail price is $17.99. Ages 7+. Available on knex.com

My Thoughts

The extreme sports set is perfect for summer time. Its like having ten toys in one because kids can create a variety if different extreme sports action figures. Ride a motorcycle, catch a wave, sail a boat or hang glide. These are just a few of the options. The 258 piece set comes with detailed instructions that most children eight and older will be able to handle independently.  My son's favorite was the canoe. Such a unique and original building set. 

Lincoln Logs REDFIELD RANCH

Build a home on the range!  Lincoln Logs Redfield Ranch includes 124 real wood logs plus colorful figures and other building accessories. Step-by-step instructions for building a ranch complete with a horse and cowboy figure.  Parts come in a newly designed and collectible storage container, so clean-up is quick and easy. Available at Toys R Us

My Thoughts 

The Lincoln Logs are my favorite of all the building play-sets I've reviewed. They are classics that bring back a touch of the old days. This set comes with 124 pieces that enable children to create a realistic western scene. Build a house a stable, complete with horses and cowboys. There are even  watering troughs and bails of hay. Its simple enough for my three year old to play with but still exciting enough that the older kids want to join in. The fun is never ending this with interactive building set.

The Giveaway
One very lucky winner will be receive a 126 pc set of Lincoln Logs Redfield Ranch to try out for themselves. To enter, just fill in the Rafflecopter form below. This giveaway will end on 8/11/13. Open to the US  only. The winner will be selected at random, will be notified via email, and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to KNEX for  for offering this fantastic prize.

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***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review.  Please note that New Age Mama is not responsible for the delivery of this prize and can not be held accountable if, for any reason, is it not received. Furthermore, New Age Mama is no way liable for any injuries that may result from the use or misuse of this product. ***