Is the large (23") or small (17") excavator recommended for a 3-5 year old for indoor play? How do they vary in terms of features? Thank you.
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Hi Elizabeth, We gave our grandson several of these toys for Christmas and they are durable and versatile for play indoors and out. The toys are predominately plastic so they are easy to clean and safe for indoor activities. Good luck.
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I prefer the larger of the two for durability aspect because they tend to put weight on them during play.
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I do not know how they compare, however the large one is adorable and our 3 yr grandson loves it. So far it has been an indoor toy and we have heard no complaints from our daughter in law.
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I bought it to the my daughter when she 2. She is 4 now and I am think would play with it. However when I bought it didn't last long and it was due to the construction of the car. Not how it was played with. Now if the toy is made better your 5 year old might like it. It was soft so it wreck the house. I hope this helps.
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Hi Brenda, my son is 5 1/2 and has played with this for about 2 years now I believe. It is still in good shape and I think it would be great for a 5 y.o.
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This is definitely too small for a 5 year old. My 3 year old is petite and has already outgrown the little bench. Other than that, it's a great toy!
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Personally, I think this is more for toddlers. It's too big to fit in the pocket. My 3 year old has one and loves it. But it's sole purpose is to teach him responsibility before moving up to the real thing. Depending on the 5 year old, I would go with either a real pocket knife or a smaller wood one (also a play knife but probably one step up from this one).
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I would recommend 4 or 5 and up. My (just turned) three year old makes a mess of it more than actually enjoying or playing with it.
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Gosh, it depends upon how many handholds you have, how old (how big) the kids are and, of course, how much room you have! I favor the 12' one, simply because its size makes it more versatile for things like building a fort indoors (draping it over tables, etc), and is more manageable for the kids to handle and pack around. Also, if there are kids on every handhold--and I think there are at least 8 handholds on the 12' version--they can get a great "billow" effect on the 12' 'chute, as opposed to the 20'. I guess I'd recommend the 12' for your gang. It's a great party game thing as well as creative play. Have fun! Gosh, it depends upon how many handholds you have, how old (how big) the kids are and, of course, how much room you have! I favor the 12' one, simply because its size makes it more versatile for things like building a fort indoors (draping it over tables, etc), and is more manageable for the kids to handle and pack around. Also, if there are kids on every handhold--and I think there are at least 8 handholds on the 12' version--they can get a great "billow" effect on the 12' 'chute, as opposed to the 20'. I guess I'd recommend the 12' for your gang. It's a great party game thing as... » Read More Gosh, it depends upon how many handholds you have, how old (how big) the kids are and, of course, how much room you have! I favor the 12' one, simply because its size makes it more versatile for things like building a fort indoors (draping it over tables, etc), and is more manageable for the kids to handle and pack around. Also, if there are kids on every handhold--and I think there are at least 8 handholds on the 12' version--they can get a great "billow" effect on the 12' 'chute, as opposed to the 20'. I guess I'd recommend the 12' for your gang. It's a great party game thing as well as creative play. Have fun! « Show Less
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I don't know that you can really go wrong with a ball from 5-9 inches. I have a 2 and a 4 year old and we have several different sizes. Probably their favorite one is about 6 or 7 inches inches in size. It is good for kicking and two handed throwing. I had bought an 8.5 inch one for my 6 year old nephew, but both girls can play with it too.
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Hi! I bought it for my son who is 3.5 years old and he loves this very much. If your child is into Hot Wheel Cars and other varieties of trucks and cars I can imagine he'd have a good bit of fun with this. All levels of the Rig adjust to lower and off load the cars, it's well made, fun, great for imagination. I can easily see at that age though - depending - that it could be an item easily grown out of. Each parent knows their child best. The toy as I said is fantastic-O though. Hope this helps. Maybe something like a remote controlled car or some of those larger monster Hot Wheels Trucks would be better suited if you find this isn't to your liking. Good luck shopping. :) Hi! I bought it for my son who is 3.5 years old and he loves this very much. If your child is into Hot Wheel Cars and other varieties of trucks and cars I can imagine he'd have a good bit of fun with this. All levels of the Rig adjust to lower and off load the cars, it's well made, fun, great for imagination. I can easily see at that age though - depending - that it could be an item easily grown out of. Each parent knows their child best. The toy as I said is fantastic-O though. Hope this helps. Maybe something like a remote controlled car or some of those larger monster Hot Wheels Trucks... » Read More Hi! I bought it for my son who is 3.5 years old and he loves this very much. If your child is into Hot Wheel Cars and other varieties of trucks and cars I can imagine he'd have a good bit of fun with this. All levels of the Rig adjust to lower and off load the cars, it's well made, fun, great for imagination. I can easily see at that age though - depending - that it could be an item easily grown out of. Each parent knows their child best. The toy as I said is fantastic-O though. Hope this helps. Maybe something like a remote controlled car or some of those larger monster Hot Wheels Trucks would be better suited if you find this isn't to your liking. Good luck shopping. :) « Show Less
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I wouldn't recommend it for a 2-3 year old, there are a lot of very small pieces. It's definitely better for older children. The durability is good. I had one when I was a little girl and 30+ years later it's still in my dad's basement. I purchased one for my 5-year old last Christmas. It's probably a better fit for children around 4-5 at least.
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fairly big but great to work on the floor. Loved it 3 and a half years old but would be great till she is 6 I had to help her but she easily could do it at 5 and 6 and still be entertained
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I would get the larger one, the boys can always grow into it. The larger goal is intended for U-12 and up play. We have been very happy with it. We continue to take it and set it up everywhere we need to for impromptu play.
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Yes large is perfect for three year old. I got small one for my granddaughter - 13 months old and she can't ride by herself bec one feet can't touch floor full but loves to push her beehive around. Someday she will ride by herself soon.
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No its not big enough or meant for riding. it is a great toy the tracks roll the excavator arm moves up and down. my 2 yr old loves it
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It's perfect for 3-5, he may be too big for it. Plus it does not do very fast but is nice for a toddler.
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My son just had his third birthday and he's extremely active. It's the perfect size for him to go wild and tire himself out. He had a play date with his two year old cousin and they played safely together, occasionally bumping into one another. I wouldn't put more that two active toddlers in at once, but if I had smaller babies, maybe three.
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I think the 8.5" is a great all-purpose size for most age ranges. How do you intend to use it? When I was a kid we occasionally used larger sized balls for 4square, but the 8.5" offers better ball handling / control.