Product Overview
This toy is suitable for children aged 2 and up. Through the interactive play with a magnetic fishing rod and 8 number fish, it helps children strengthen their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and basic mathematical understanding while playing. You can choose between a number competition or a scoring game, making it ideal for solo practice or group interaction. It is an excellent choice for a 2-year-old toy and educational toy. The compact design makes it easy to carry, perfect for parent-child interaction and use as a teaching tool in kindergartens.
Product selling points
- Dual-mode gameplay: digital competition or scoring game, flexible rules
- Magnetic design: safe and easy to grip, strengthens hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills
- Number learning: Recognition of numbers 1-8, building early mathematical foundations
- Portable size: Lightweight design, easy to carry and travel long distances
- Safe material: in line with international safety standards, suitable for young children
Specification Summary
- Size: 8.5 x 13.2 x 2.7 cm
- Net weight: about 0.1 kg
- Gross weight: about 0.1 kg
- Materials: Wooden fish-shaped blocks, magnetic fishing rod
- Battery: No battery required
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Product Details
Features and gameplay
Core Gameplay
- Place all the fish-shaped blocks facing up on the table, choose a number between 1-8, and take turns fishing with the magnetic fishing rod. The player who catches the designated number wins.
- Scoring mode: Continue fishing until all fish are caught, add up all the numbers, the one with the highest total score wins, and cultivate simple addition skills
- Can be practiced alone or competed with multiple players, with flexible game rules, suitable for different ages and abilities
Parent-child gameplay
- Parents can guide their children to recognize numbers, practice counting and simple addition, and integrate games into daily math learning.
- Add fun through role-playing, such as "Fishing Tournament" or "Ocean Adventure", to stimulate imagination and language expression
Learning Objectives
Development Orientation
- Small hand muscle training and fine motor skills: gripping the rod, aiming, and fishing movements strengthen hand-eye coordination and precise hand control
- Logic and mathematical skills: number recognition (1-8), counting, scoring, simple addition
- Social and emotional: waiting for turns, following rules, managing emotions of winning and losing, cooperation and competition experience
Specific benefits
Children can build number concepts, strengthen fine motor control, and learn turn-taking and cooperation in the fun fishing game.Hong Kong Education Bureau Kindergarten Mathematics Learning GuideThis type of concrete operational activity can effectively establish an early mathematical foundation and lay the foundation for future exposure to more complex educational toys and STEM toys.
Suitable age
Suitable age: 2 years old and above (official recommendation: 24M+, 2-year-old toys, toddler toys, children's toys)
Usage scenarios
- Indoor: living room, game room, dining table can be used to enjoy parent-child time anytime and anywhere
- Outdoor: It is easy to carry for picnics, camping and other outdoor activities, and can be easily integrated into family outings
- Parent-child/Classroom: Can be used as a kindergarten teaching aid in math corners or group activities to promote peer interaction
- Storage: Compact design (8.5 × 13.2 × 2.7 cm), placed in storage boxes or toy cabinets, easy to organize and space-saving.
Safety and maintenance
- Certified/Non-toxic: Complies with international safety and quality standards, suitable for young children, parents can purchase with confidence
- Cleaning and maintenance: Wipe with a slightly damp cloth and dry in the shade. Avoid soaking in water or using chemical cleaners.
- Warning: It is recommended to use under adult supervision; contains small parts and magnetic accessories, pay attention to the risk of accidental swallowing.Hong Kong Customs Toy Safety Guidelines, parents should regularly check whether the magnets are secure.
Material
Wooden fish-shaped building blocks paired with a magnetic fishing rod; the surface is smoothly finished, with a safe rounded corner design, providing a warm and comfortable touch, suitable for toddlers to grasp and operate repeatedly. The wooden material is environmentally friendly and durable, in line with Hape's brand philosophy of "safety, environmental protection, and education."
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FAQs
What's the best age to start playing?
The official recommendation is for ages 2 and up. Children aged 2-3 can practice basic gripping and fishing actions to strengthen their small hand muscles; ages 3-4 can incorporate number recognition and simple scoring; and ages 4 and up can engage in more complex math games and strategic thinking. This toy for 2-year-olds can adjust the difficulty of play as the child grows, making it a long-term educational toy.
Thiseducational toysHow does it help with mathematical development?
Through the 8 number fish (1-8), children can naturally learn number recognition, counting, simple addition and size comparison in the game.Hong Kong Education Bureau Kindergarten Mathematics Learning GuideThis type of concrete operational activities can effectively establish early mathematical foundations and cultivate logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
How to design gameplay with different difficulty levels?
Beginner: Recognize numbers, practice fishing actions and hand-eye coordination; Intermediate: Designated number competitions to train memory, focus, and ability to follow instructions; Advanced: Scoring games to practice addition, size comparison, and strategic thinking. Parents can flexibly adjust the game rules according to their child's abilities to ensure appropriate challenges and a sense of achievement.
Is it suitable askindergarten teaching aids?
Perfectly suitable. The compact design makes it easy to store and can be used for math corners, group activities, or free playtime. Teachers can design themed activities such as "Ocean Week," combining numerical learning, social interaction, and emotional management. As a kindergarten teaching tool, it promotes important social skills such as peer cooperation and taking turns.
rightSmall hand muscle trainingWhat specific help is there?
Fishing actions require hand-eye coordination, stable wrists, and precise control. Children repeatedly practice finger grasping and arm coordination during the aiming and fishing process, effectively strengthening the development of fine motor skills. According toHong Kong Department of Health Fine Motor Development GuidelinesThese types of manipulative activities prepare children for future fine tasks such as holding a pen to write and using scissors.
Can be used with otherchildren's toysCan they be used together?
It can be paired with number cards, counting beads, or role-playing toys to create richer learning scenarios. For example, combine the cooking toy to design a "fishing and cooking" theme, or use ocean-themed puzzles for interdisciplinary learning, or construct ocean scenes with building blocks to increase game diversity and creative space.
Is it convenient to carry around?
Very convenient! The size is only 8.5 × 13.2 × 2.7 cm, and it weighs only 0.1 kg, making it easy to fit into a backpack or handbag. It is suitable for long journeys, waiting at restaurants, visiting friends and family, or during doctor’s appointments, making it an ideal travel toy for toddlers. The compact design allows parents to provide beneficial play experiences for their children anytime and anywhere.
How to clean and maintain thisChildren's toys?
Wipe the wooden surface with a slightly damp cloth and let it air dry. Avoid soaking in water or using chemical cleaners. Regularly check if the magnets are secure to ensure safe use. Store in a dry, cool place, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperatures. Proper maintenance can extend the toy's lifespan, ensuring that children can enjoy playtime for a long time.
How does this game develop social skills?
The multiplayer game mode allows children to learn to take turns, follow rules, and manage emotions related to winning and losing. Through cooperation or competition, children can develop communication and coordination skills, empathy, and sportsmanship. According toHong Kong Education Bureau's Guidelines on Personal, Social and Humanities EducationThis type of interactive game can build a good social foundation and emotional management skills.
Is it suitable as a gift for 2-3 year old children?
Perfect! This educational toy combines fun and learning, is reasonably priced, and of reliable quality. Whether it's a birthday gift, a holiday present, a kindergarten entrance gift, or a thoughtful gift for visiting friends' children, it is a practical choice. The safety assurance from the Hape brand gives parents peace of mind, and the variety of play options keeps children engaged.
Summarize
Hape went fishing! The Magnetic Fishing Game is a high-quality educational toy designed for children aged 2 and above. Through simple and fun fishing actions, it effectively promotes fine motor skills training, number recognition, and social skills development. The product meets international safety standards, making it an ideal choice as a toy for 2-year-olds and preschoolers, as well as a perfect option for kindergarten teaching aids.
No matter if it's family bonding time, kindergarten math activities, or entertainment during travel, this children's toy can effectively enhance children's hand-eye coordination, mathematical logic, and emotional management skills, laying a solid foundation for future engagement with more complex educational toys and STEM toys. In line with the trends in early childhood education development in Hong Kong, it allows children to explore through play and grow through exploration.
