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I have a big love for wooden toys and thus I have become a bit of a fan girl for HABA toys and games. I am generally happy with most of my HABA purchases, and their Haba Ball Track Roll ‘n Roll ‘n Roll
is no exception.
I wanted to get my little guy a toy that teaches him cause and effect, and figured a ball track would be perfect for achieving that goal. The Roll ‘n roll ‘n roll Ball Track is made in Germany, from Beech wood and comes with 4 wooden balls. The targeted age for the ball track is 1.5+ years. As the ball winds down the track it will encounter wooden hands, 2 pairs of bells, and a chatter track.
I introduced this toy to my little guy at 6 months. At first he would just passively observe the balls as they rolled down the track. Then he became attracted to the wooden hands and would just grab at them. Now (about 3 weeks since introducing the toy) he removes the balls from the track and plays with them. The balls usually just end up in his mouth, but on several occasions he has placed the balls back onto the track. This is one of my son’s favorite toys, and it is a toy we will probably keep around for a while. Despite being advertised for 1.5+ year old, I would recommend it for children as young as 6 months.
Check out the ball track in action below:
I have noticed some reviewers were disappointed that the wooden hands sometimes prevents the ball from rolling down the track, but I actually like that. When the ball stops at the hand it gives my little guy a chance to intercept it, and I find the more we roll the balls down the track the less frequent the the hands stop the balls.
I am very happy with this ball track. It is of great quality and has kept the whole family entertained.
Would Ashley purchase this again (on a scale of yes, maybe or no)? YES!
Pros:
- Great quality
- Fun to use
- Teaches cause and effect
- Simple
- Keeps the little guy interested and entertained
- This adult likes playing with it too
Cons:
- Pricey