Ark Stacker
Multi-Purpose Toy is
Flooded With Play Possibilities
Tier Toys Launches
Stackers' Puzzle, Sorter & Storage Case Product Line
Children familiar with the story of Noah's Ark
can name many of the animals that endured 40 days and 40 nights of flooding.
There are giraffes, lions, elephants, monkeys and bears. But what
youngster would shout out, kangaroo? Aussie kids, that's who! The
Australian makers of a new line of toys known as Stackers has created an
ingenious stack and play product line that kicks off with the debut of Noah's
Ark with, naturally, two kangaroos!
"Tier Toys was established after nine years of
research and development," explains Director Leah Romyn from her Australian
office. "resulting in an extremely robust USA and Australian patent for an
educational puzzle toy. The toy can be configured in any number of
different products. This unique concept has rejuvenated the construction
toy arena."
Children opening the box for Stackers' Noah's
Ark will be astonished with the intricacies of 12 different stackable layers of
toy pieces. Each level uncovers two or more animals ready to walk down the
plank for a play date. A total of 44 detailed figures in primary colors of
red, blue, yellow and green includes Noah and his wife.
A click on their website, http://www.tiertoys.com,
shows a video of the Ark and how its pieces easily pull apart and are stacked
back together. Moms will especially adore one of the added benefits -- as
the child completes the playing with the Ark by putting all of the animals in
their spots, he stacks up the Ark and cleans up his own clutter!
Respected toy consultant Richard Gottlieb
echoes excitement for Stackers, stating "the patent is truly amazing in what it
covers and in the unique variety of products it will allow Tier Toys to produce.
This is a product that has the potential to be a global success."
Just like Noah's Ark, two of every sort of
animal is tucked inside 12 layers of stackable play pieces that create a
wondrous ark. A total of 44 detailed figures, including Noah and his wife,
are packed in their own spot among the stacks. A free download of the
story of Noah's Ark allows children to relive the Biblical tale, plus enjoy six
fun games and educational activities. Children ages three years and older can
play safely with the toy; ages six or sevens years should be able to play
successfully on their own.
When I introduced the Noah's Ark Stacker to our
seven-year-old grandson Tobias he was instantly intrigued. Tobias abandoned the
model ship he was building, and put aside the controllers for the PS3. I had planned on suggesting it would be a nice
play set to supervise play along with his younger brother Dayton. He could
help Dayton learn his colors, counting, and the names of all of the animals.
With grandparents who write about toys and playthings, Tobias has exposure to
some very sophisticated toys from video games, electric train sets, science
kits, and more to stimulate his brain and creativity. As a seven year old I
wasn't expecting that Noah's Ark would hold Tobias' interest. This was a
definite wrong assumption on my part.
Tobias attends Sunday School each week and I
asked him if he knew the story of Noah and the Ark. He couldn't quite recall
the entire story so
we consulted his Children's Illustrated Bible. While I read the story of
the great flood Tobias explored the animals, level by level. He was
interested in each of the animals and how some were similar or different from
one another. With the tale of Noah fresh in his mind Tobias easily acted out the
story, marching each animal to its proper place. Some of the shapes he
needed to fiddle with to get them to fit properly, not surprising as his report
card mentioned he needed to work on his small motor ability. Another plus
for the Ark, as fitting 44 figures safely away will provide plenty of practice.
He used both logic and number sequence (each tier is numbered) to fit the layers
together properly, then with a chuckle popped the pair of giraffes into their
special where they stand head above the ark, peaking out at the oncoming rain.
And in the end Grandma didn't have to remind him to tidy his toys because when
he finished playing the pieces were already put away. When finished
playing with the toy he returned to his illustrated Bible to discover more
stories from the book.
When it was time for Tobias to head home for
the day I asked if he would like to bring the Ark home to share with Dayton.
He said he would rather keep it on the dresser his bedroom at our home. I
am sure Tobias gives the Tier Toys Stackable Noah's Ark two thumbs up. I
am sure it will be a popular back yard toy this summer.
About Tier Toys
Play is a child's work and toys are the
tools children use in play is the motto of Tier Toys. The company has
six products in its second-release range for Fall 2009 and is expecting to
license several toy-makers who are seeking to use the patent across their
existing toy lines. For more information, log on to the Tier Toys website.
The first of many planned Stacker products,
Noah's Ark, will be available online and at specialty toy retailers.
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