Elementary (5-9 years) Preteen (10-12) Teens/Adults (13+)
Give the kids a reason to bounce off the walls this holiday season with a make-your-own bouncy ball kit. The kit comes with enough sparkly, colorful ingredients to make 8 small bouncing balls of your own design and color plans. Combine science and sport with this fun, easy craft kit.
Approximate price: $19.99 shop.smallworldtoys.com
Awards: Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award
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