• 6 pins with colorful balls that jump and clatter inside when knocked over

• Junior-sized ball with easy-insert finger holes

• Recommended Age Range 2 years and Up

The great thing about this set is that it's not just a bowling set, the bowling pins can also be turned into "musical toys", counting devices, or you could set them up as "cones" and have your child weave in and out of them with their bike or skip around them to improve their motor skills.

I wish I would have bought this sooner but being a stay at home mom we have to pick and choose our toys. This was a great value and many thanks to Amazon for having speedy shipping! It came a day earlier than expected which was a delightful surprise. We will order more things from this site. They keep you updated on your order and so far I've had the best online shopping experience with them verses other online shopping sites.

If you are trying to decide between this toy and another, I'd pick this one hands down. I hope this has helped any future buyers.

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Probably More Suitable for 3 and up - Unless You are a Bowler  Jul 09, 2005 By Maciels
After reading these reviews, I rushed right out and bought this set for my 17 mo. old, who has recently developed an interest in sports and physical activities. As a 10 yr. veteran preschool teacher, I have never seen a toddler get interested in bowling, and my son was no different. Of all the toys--soccer goal, basketball, t-ball, this was the only one that he won't go near. I understand why this activity may not appeal to toddlers. It simply takes too much time to set up all 6 pins, then walk a distance and roll the ball, only to have to set up all 6 pins again...over and over and over. It's difficult for them to coordinate setting the pins up in the first place without knocking the others over and all of this simply takes too long for their short attention spans. I am hoping that he will grow into it. I am really disappointed that my son is not interested in this set, especially since it was more costly than other ones I've seen. Yet, I can't totally rate the set based on my son's lack of interest - as the pins are very durable, the bowling ball is the perfect size for little hands, and the internal balls inside the pins are a neat/unique addition. Just be warned: Although this toy is marketed for toddlers and called "Tot Sports Bowling Set," older kids in the 3+ range will probably have more fun with it. If you would like to "experiment" to see if your toddler will be interested in bowling, I highly recommend purchasing a MUCH cheaper set before spending this much money. On the other hand, if you come from a family of bowlers and want to buy a durable set a little early and plan on spending hours with your kiddo practicing, I highly recommend this one. Hope this helps!

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Great Fun  Jan 21, 2004 By Deanna Hockey
My son received this bowling set for Christmas (just turned 1). He enjoys it.

It's a bowling set and the Little Tikes brand - so you would expect it to be durable - and it is!

What I have found with other less-expensive bowling sets I've seen is that the plastic is too lightweight that they barely stand up on their own before you have a chance to actually knock them down with the bowling ball.

The skittles in this set doesn't have that problem. They are sturdy enough to stand properly until they are knocked over by the ball or a children's hand. The added fun is the noise they make when they fall down - each skittle has 3 small balls inside producing a great clanking sound.

The added fun of this is that my son picks two skittles up and bangs them together or just shakes them and makes music.

The bowling ball is lightweight for children but heavy enough that it's going to go where you roll it and not be pushed around by any breeze (if you are outside). There are small finger indents so you can teach your child how to "bowl" when they are ready to do so.

A great inexpensive set for your little one.

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Great active fun  Sep 16, 2005 By K. Ward "Lvngrndma"
This was a terrific gift for my granddaughter's 2nd birthday. She is now 3 and she and her 19 mo. sister have a blast with this. Best used on a non-carpeted floor or carpet with low pile. Sometimes just running around with the colorful pins is a good game, too. :-) Worth the money.

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Nice Strudy Bowling Set  Mar 11, 2005 By pidge mcgee
My 2 year old likes this a lot. The pins are fun since they contain small colored balls that roll around inside. The bowling ball is light weight and my son loves knocking the pins down with or without it. It's very durable as well. One of the best features is that this set doesn't require batteries! No music or funny voices, just plain bowling. Hallelujah.

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