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Discovery Toys MARBLEWORKS Marble Run Starter | Kid-Powered Learning | STEM Educational Building Block Toy Learning & Childhood Development 5 Years Old and Up

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Item dimensions L x W x H 10.8 x 10.7 x 7.9 inches

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  • 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐑𝐔𝐍 – Since 1982 Discovery Toys marble run has fascinated boys and girls. Design your own super-sized marble raceway with 8 different exciting marble actions. Launch marbles down multiple ramps and chutes for thrilling entertainment for kids
  • 𝐊𝐈𝐃-𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 - Watch as Discovery marbles race, jump, disappear & reappear, learn to predict the balls’ course. Split your track into multiple paths and experiment with different layouts utilizing the Snake, Paddle Wheel, or Jump ramps for hours of imaginative play
  • 𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐌 𝐓𝐎𝐘 - Learn by Play. Improve visual tracking, practice fine motor dexterity and coordination by dropping the balls in and stopping them along the tracks. Understand cause & effect and observe gravity in motion. Explore positional concepts: in, out, on, under & through
  • 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐃 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 – Meets or exceeds all required US safety standards. Made of non-toxic, BPA-Free material which is safe for kids
  • 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐓𝐎𝐘𝐒 – Award winning learning toy company dedicated to helping childhood development through Play. A trusted brand for over 40 years, we strive to provide children with rich play experiences that support the development of the skills, processes, and curiosity to achieve learning success
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Product Description

Connect colorful tubes, chutes and bases together in different ways to create an infinite number of raceway configurations. As the marbles speed through the course, children learn about the laws of gravity, object permanence and cause and effect.

Marbleworks Marble Run products inspire girls AND boys to pursue higher education in the fields of engineering, math and technology.

Made of High Impact Polystyrene, which is durable, impact resistant, and produces a nice glossy look.

Includes:

· Start Gate

· Finish Gate

· Standard Ramp

· Bumper Ramp

· Paddlewheel Ramp

· Funnel Ramp

· Snake Ramp

· Maze Ramp

· Split Track

· Jump Chute

· Landing Ramp

· 5 Bases

· 30 Posts

· 10 Marbles

from 5 years and up

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The Starter Set

Connect 46 colorful pieces in different ways for an infinite number of raceway configurations. Foster creativity and experimentation.

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Benefits

Promote visualization, spatial thinking skills, and logical reasoning ability. Explore positional concepts: in, out, on, drop, down, under & through. Demonstrate the law of gravity and how to alter speed and movement.

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Benefits

  • Understand the concept of object permanence, as marbles travel in and out the tubes.
  • Develop hand-eye coordination and visual tracking skills.
  • Predict which marble will finish first.

Awards

  • Dr. Toy's 100 Best Classic Toys
  • Dr. Toy's 100 Best Toys
  • Scholastic's Parent & Child Teacher's Picks Award

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
706 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the fun and variety of the marble track set. They say it provides endless hours of imaginative play for the whole family. They appreciate the number of pieces that allow for many different configurations. Customers are also satisfied with appearance, and sturdiness. However, some customers report issues with the fit, saying that it's made for smaller than standard marbles. Opinions are mixed on quality, ease of assembly, and value.

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150 customers mention123 positive27 negative

Customers like the sturdiness of the marble track. They mention it's well constructed, the plastic is high quality, and durable. Some say the pieces have held up with years of use and that the connectors don't crack under pressure. They also appreciate the splitter piece, which allows the marbles to go different ways.

"...Nothing wrong, nothing broken. I bought some more for my kids knowing that they would love them and last forever...." Read more

"...PROS:The plastic is not flimsy and is quite durable. The pieces fit snugly together. Once you set it up it is VERY stable in comparison to Marbulous...." Read more

"...the best as the pieces fit together well, the connectors don’t crack under pressure and the marbles glide easily...." Read more

"...The purchase is more than well worth the money for looks and durability and is so easy to assemble...." Read more

102 customers mention102 positive0 negative

Customers find the marble track set fun for the whole family. They say it provides endless hours of imaginative play and has some really fun pieces. Customers also mention that the set is sturdy and the marbles are fun.

"...So much fun and definitely worth the cost.CONS: It does take really small marbles and does not use normal sized marbles...." Read more

"...This toy is so much fun that my husband and I love to get in on the action...." Read more

"...5+ really seems like the perfect age for this toy. This set comes with plenty of fun and basic pieces, and none of the pieces have broken in two..." Read more

"...STEM learning as part of my curriculum Marbleworks was a perfect addition to my classroom...." Read more

30 customers mention27 positive3 negative

Customers like the appearance of the marble track. They mention it's a great creative toy that provides hours of creativity and fun for the kids. Customers also say the new accessory sets look like a lot of fun. However, some customers feel the concept is great, but the design is poor.

"...fun all day long and with all the pieces we have, the possibility for designs is endless. So much fun and definitely worth the cost...." Read more

"...Your favorite marbles will not get far in here. VERY cool and better than I remember. We assembled about two thirds of the kit and the kids love it!..." Read more

"...There is something SO satisfying about building something physical and dropping a marble in to see it roll and bounce around...." Read more

"...These toys challenge young creative and engineering minds while they have pure fun." Read more

25 customers mention22 positive3 negative

Customers like the variety of pieces in the marble track set. They mention that it has a great variety of possibilities and allows for many different combinations. Some customers also mention that the set features unique pieces that aren't really found anymore. Overall, customers find the set fun and versatile.

"...They love making different combinations with the pieces. Not only is this toy educational, IT'S FUN!" Read more

"The pro is that there are lots of pieces to allow kids to create all kinds of different courses for the marbles to travel through to the finish line...." Read more

"...However, it features unique pieces you don't really find it any more...." Read more

"...There are lots of different pieces which make for a different marble run each time it's brought out to play...." Read more

44 customers mention18 positive26 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the marble track. Some mention it's an excellent, well-made product that came with more marbles than expected. They also say the marbles can go different ways, making it more exciting. However, others say that it doesn't give you enough marbles.

"...The other downer to this set is that it only come with about 8-10 marbles and they are specific in size so that our standard glass marbles cannot..." Read more

"...Comes with about 12 marbles. One week later, and we're already down to 9. Too bad it doesn't work with standard size marbles...." Read more

"...My biggest criticism is the 'marble elevator'. Its junk...." Read more

"...No need to buy any additional pieces in my book, and came with 10 marbles, in a variety of colors." Read more

43 customers mention23 positive20 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the marble track. Some mention it's worth the price, a great buy, and of great quality for the price. Others say it'll be a perfect seller for all ages.

"...Well worth the money." Read more

"...This set is a little pricier than others but I can honestly say that it was worth it...." Read more

"...So much fun and definitely worth the cost.CONS: It does take really small marbles and does not use normal sized marbles...." Read more

"...A con would be that it is rather expensive for what it is. However, my two sons played with the original we bought 30 years ago...." Read more

38 customers mention22 positive16 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of assembly of the marble track. Some mention it's easy to put together and the grandchildren could play with it by themselves, while others say it'd be obnoxious to assemble.

"...This toy’s quality is excellent. It’s sturdy and easy to put together by little ones. We got the add-on and booster pack waiting for his birthday...." Read more

"...I tried other Marble sets, but they were difficult to set up and many pieces were broken within a year...." Read more

"...The crank is easy enough for my 1 1/2 year old to work too. I was worried he wouldn't be able to work it.The set doesn't come in one big box...." Read more

"...The plastic pieces were flimsy and it was difficult for the children in my class to put it together...." Read more

34 customers mention10 positive24 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the fit of the marble track. They mention that it's made for smaller than standard marbles, and that the track is too small for regular marbles. Some customers also say that the little tubes are a different size and some of the pieces don't snap together.

"...Do NOT waste your money on OTHER marbleruns. They are small, flimsy and unstable...." Read more

"...one of the pieces is cracked, something silly is the track is too small for regular marbles...." Read more

"...PROS:The plastic is not flimsy and is quite durable. The pieces fit snugly together. Once you set it up it is VERY stable in comparison to Marbulous...." Read more

"...old because the pieces fit so tightly together, plus it is harder for him to securely fit two pieces together since you have to exert some force to..." Read more

Fun, but came with cosmetic defects
3 Stars
Fun, but came with cosmetic defects
After seeing his enjoyment of my childhood set at his grandparents' house, I bought this set for my son. The colors are modern but the pieces came with scratches and blemishes (cosmetic only) almost as if it were used despite coming out of sealed plastic (see images). Also, I echo other reviewers issues with the crank arm piece. Great concept, but poor design. If more than one marble enters at a time, the marbles get stuck half way up and I called in to fix it. Also, because the track is made out of some kind of soft material (silicone?) it seems a matter of time before it comes off the internal track rendering it useless. Still, he's having fun with the set which is what really matters and the nostalgia factor is something to smile about.
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Victoria Riegle
5.0 out of 5 stars Yes! Yes! Yes!
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2024
Style: Ultra Deluxe SetVerified Purchase
Listen, I played with discovery toys Marbleworks when I was little and still have them to this day, the original set. Nothing wrong, nothing broken. I bought some more for my kids knowing that they would love them and last forever. Do NOT waste your money on OTHER marbleruns. They are small, flimsy and unstable. When I tell you that you can play with marble works in your yard with a stiff breeze with no issues of it blowing over I am not kidding. Well worth the money.
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KL
5.0 out of 5 stars Spend the extra $$$ for this Marble Run
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2015
Style: Ultra Deluxe SetVerified Purchase
I wish this was the first marble run we purchased! It will definitely be the last as I expect it to provide endless fun for years to come. After purchasing a Marbulous set and having a lot of disappointment Christmas morning, I began looking for other options. This is the same maker as my husband's run from his childhood in the 80's (which we still use at grandma's house). It is even better than the original.

PROS:The plastic is not flimsy and is quite durable. The pieces fit snugly together. Once you set it up it is VERY stable in comparison to Marbulous. After helping my 3 year old design the set, I could let him play without fear of it completely coming apart. The whole family had fun all day long and with all the pieces we have, the possibility for designs is endless. So much fun and definitely worth the cost.

CONS: It does take really small marbles and does not use normal sized marbles. That being said, it came with plenty for us to use and we can purchase more on Amazon. Also, the marbles could be easily swallowed so be careful with little ones.
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Lauren
5.0 out of 5 stars Discovery Toys Marbleworks
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2013
Style: Starter SetVerified Purchase
I bought this set as a Christmas present for my 4 year old son and it has quickly become one of his most favorite toys. It has become a permanent fixture in our living room as it hasn't been put away since December 26th (almost 2 months ago), not because we don't clean but because our efforts would be futile since we play with this set daily. And yes, you read that correctly...I said we because it has become a family affair. This toy is so much fun that my husband and I love to get in on the action. We’re seriously considering getting a second set so we can make the runs bigger longer.

In regards to durability, this set has stood up to daily use in our household. It is also the go-to set at my son’s daycare. They have a couple different sets but the Discovery Toys set is definitely the best as the pieces fit together well, the connectors don’t crack under pressure and the marbles glide easily. This set is a little pricier than others but I can honestly say that it was worth it. That being said, I think I’ll just suck it up and go buy a second set.
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Joe Moe
5.0 out of 5 stars Marble Works last a life time
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2024
Style: Starter SetVerified Purchase
I bought Marble Works by Discovery Toys for my kids over 35 years ago. The pieces from that set are still in pretty good shape. Because I now have 19 grandchildren, I felt the need to increase my supply of Marble Works sets, but could not find any. I tried other Marble sets, but they were difficult to set up and many pieces were broken within a year. I am so happy that Discovery Toys decided to manufacture this excellent product again. The purchase is more than well worth the money for looks and durability and is so easy to assemble. Believe me, if you have tried sets from other companies, you will know that nothing compares in quality to Marble Works by Discovery Toys.
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CeeGee
4.0 out of 5 stars they didn't seem as sturdy as the Marbleworks set that I had as a ...
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2015
Style: Starter SetVerified Purchase
For some reason, when I got these, they didn't seem as sturdy as the Marbleworks set that I had as a child 25 or so years ago. I got this set when my daughter was three, and it wasn't something she could really do on her own at that age--which is alright, it was a toy we played together with. Now, she's 5 1/2 and getting the hang of building with this set on her own. 5+ really seems like the perfect age for this toy. This set comes with plenty of fun and basic pieces, and none of the pieces have broken in two years of use, so maybe they're sturdier than I thought initially. My mom was a Discovery Toys salesperson when I was a kid, and I have really fond memories of playing with this toy alone and with my siblings. I think my daughter enjoys it, too.
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Rosario C.
5.0 out of 5 stars My grandson loved it!
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024
Style: Ultra Deluxe SetVerified Purchase
My 5 year old spends hours playing with tube basic set. He’s obsessed with marbles and does not seem to get tired of seeing them going down every time. This toy’s quality is excellent. It’s sturdy and easy to put together by little ones. We got the add-on and booster pack waiting for his birthday. Cannot wait to give them to him!
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Miss Joan
5.0 out of 5 stars STEM LEARNING IN THE CLASSROOM
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2015
Style: Starter SetVerified Purchase
I initially purchased a cheaper version of this toy. I was deeply disappointed. The plastic pieces were flimsy and it was difficult for the children in my class to put it together. Then I remembered that I version of this toy I had when my children were younger was from Discovery Toys. I purchased it immediately.
As a pre-school teacher wanting to add STEM learning as part of my curriculum Marbleworks was a perfect addition to my classroom. I demonstrated to my 5 year olds how to do the basic assembling ( putting the base pieces on the bottom, etc….) and within moments a couple of the children in the class understood the basics of engineering this toy. As the weeks have gone by, this is still a popular toy in my classroom. The children who have mastered it work with the children who are still learning how to build it. I love the team building that this project creates in the classroom. When completed and marbles are run through down it, it leads to discussions on gravity and other science theories. Now the children work together to assemble this on their own. They love making different combinations with the pieces. Not only is this toy educational, IT'S FUN!
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Makenzie S
3.0 out of 5 stars Fun but some frustration!
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2024
Style: Ultra Deluxe SetVerified Purchase
The track is super fun but Day 3 playing and one of the pieces is cracked, something silly is the track is too small for regular marbles. It’s frustrating we cannot use marbles we already had at home or average sized marbles we bought on Amazon.
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