Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Training
Imaginative play is really important for so many areas of development. If you can engage the child in doing something they enjoy they will learn without even realising it. Playing with an adult is good because children can learn the social rules. If parent and child are both interested in the play then it is likely that maximum learning will occur as they are both busy enjoying themselves. My Seeker loves dressing up and imaginary play and so we were both thrilled to receive some Teenage mutant ninja turtles toys/dressing up products to review from Flair.
We received the Nickelodeon Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Combat Shell. This was a quick and simple way to transform into a Ninja Turtle. The shell is adjustable and I (just) managed to fit it onto my back, as well as making it small enough for my Sensory Seeker. It can also be transformed into a shield – ready for some defending those ninja moves. The best thing about the Combat Shell is one shell fits all the different combat gear – so you only need one per child (and not 4 one for each Turtle). Sold separately you can team it up with either the Deluxe masks or the Combat Gear.
Alternatively there is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Dojo – training with soft foam ninja weapons (always good when you are doing your combat with a child!) These fit perfectly into the Combat Shell. We had Raphael’s Sais but also available are Leonardo’s Katana Sword, Donatello’s Bo Staff and Michel Angelo’s Nun chucks. These were fantastic for getting some gross motor movement from my son in a safe controlled way. It was a little tricky for my 5 year old to reach around for the weapons – but I think this encouraged us to cooperate together on this. They were well-made and I have no concerns about their quality (as they are meant to be bashed about somewhat).
Finally we received a Ninja Practice Pal. This is the perfect way to train with your favourite Turtle. We received Raphael (to match the rest of the kit). This large scale Turtle figure is a soft toy that says over 10 phrases and sounds with the Turtles real voice, in order to practice Ninjutsu moves. Phrases such as want more? activated by hitting it to the stomach (which can also be achieved by throwing him).
This was a fantastic toy and can be used with the Combat Shell and soft ninja weapons. I loved the way that it all helped my son get in character, made him really move about, and he repeated what his Ninja Practice Pal was saying before answering him – fantastic for turn taking as well as his speech development. Also available as Ninja Practice Pal Leonardo, Donatello and Michel Angelo. They require 3 button cell batteries which are included. I liked that it was also soft enough to take to bed – showing that they could still be friends at the end of all that training.
All recommended for ages 4 and over.
We received the products mentioned above free in return for an honest review. All words and opinions are my own.
May 28, 2014 @ 09:34:10
You make an awesome Ninja Turtle! I wonder if Santa will pop one of these under my tree?
May 28, 2014 @ 10:05:16
Cool gear! Fab how Ninja Turtles are stil popular today – I remember liking them when I was kid.
May 28, 2014 @ 13:03:02
You so need to wear that to Britmums live! Pleeeeeease!
May 28, 2014 @ 13:25:03
That top pic is hilarious!!! Please can you wear that the next time we meet up
May 28, 2014 @ 19:27:31
I love how you throw yourself into role for reviews. Brilliant picture!
May 28, 2014 @ 21:02:40
OK – that is BRILILANT! I love that you look AS excited in your outfit as he does in his! What a fab mum you are. And those bits look perfect! x
May 28, 2014 @ 22:32:19
I love the fact that you got all dressed up! Showing kids that we as adult are prepared to get all stuck into play like this is so important for encouraging it. And I also agree with Annie that you need to wear this for BritMums. But then again, don’t I recall something about you dressing as Mr Blobby again in aid of Sport Relief… 😉
May 29, 2014 @ 00:58:12
You make an awesome Ninja Turtle Joy! Brilliant photo 🙂 Perhaps if there’s another Team Honk relay….
May 29, 2014 @ 07:28:10
We all need to play more! Love these pics, my son would love these, he loves the little.action figures.
May 29, 2014 @ 20:34:33
Love the Ninja Practice Pal, my son loves his Ninja Turtles!
May 30, 2014 @ 16:03:37
Great review Joy. These have been a massive hit in our house. love the pictures xx
May 30, 2014 @ 21:59:10
SOLD! looks like those will make an appearance on roosters birthday wish list!
May 31, 2014 @ 20:32:59
These look like lots of fun, and I totally support role play, and…well.. boys will be boys. However, I had a bit of a bad experience with Power Rangers, and as this is similar I admit I try to shield my 4 year from these programmes and their brand. He got so carried away with the role play he was trying out some moves on his baby brother. Perhaps more structure and interaction from me would help him learn the rules. I hadn’t actually thought of that.. so you have me thinking!
Jun 01, 2014 @ 08:29:58
Love that you had a go yourself. We loved them too – great toys.
Jun 01, 2014 @ 09:03:32
Great to see them back – I loved them as a kid! Great outfit choice for BritMums Live too there! 😉
Jun 03, 2014 @ 10:56:55
You are looking good! My daughter has just discovered the turtles, so would love this!
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