Is this age appropriate for a young 12 year old boyy
1719210
Definitely. My 8 year old nephew needed a lot of help assembling it. But he and his 12 year old cousin played with it for hours after. ( and so did the adults) it's like having robotic hamsters and no cage to clean.
1719211
I think it would be appropriate. My 10-year-old and his 12-year-old friend play with it.
1719212
my 12 yo dtr loves hex bugs--this is a Christmas gift so we haven't tried the new ones yet but I am sure they are good. dtr is a bit on tomboy side so I think would be appropriate for boys. may be a bit mild for boys who are into some of the more rough and tumble kind of things
1719213
It's a really cool toy as the nano hexbugs climb up and move through the maze. It kept my grandsons totally mesmerized for days and they want more tracks and extensions of the habitat, but one is 7 and the other 5. So it's difficult for me to determine if a 12 year-old would be as fascinated with the concept of moving hexbugs. I would think yes, but that is a total guess.
1719214
I gave it to an 7 year old and his 12 year old brother loves it as much as the younger one does. It seems all kids (all ages) love the hex bugs.
1996115
If it is building difficulty you are looking for, this set may be too easy for a 12 year old. But as my son says, it is not always about the building, it is just FUN!! If your 12 year old is really into Minecraft, this will probably be a great way to have real and virtual worlds co-exist.
364646
I think it will be too easy for him. The suggested age is 8-12. How about try some searches from amazon Toys & Games by age "14 & up" and also your preferred brand.
2240621
Hi Anne. We got this for our granddaughter - 6 years old. It turned out her older brother - 9, enjoyed it more than her. I do think 12 might be a bit "old" for it. Plus, as already commented the quality is not the best. The big thing seems to be scooters. I think they have made a comeback. Hope this helps.
1667882
Hi this is a great toy and for sure son will love this toy. No your son is not too young to play this toy its just right for him i think. Hope this help.
1077598
Mine was for a 7 year old. His older brother did help him set it up and play but I would say more for a younger child.
660025
My three year old grandson is a pretty big boy for his age, so after giving your question some thought, I would have to say no it isn't to small. Hope this helps.
878348
I don't think it would be appropriate for a 12 month old. I would say at least an 18 month old. Twelve month old babies are still putting things in and out of bowls, boxes, bags, but are not able to handle placing the pieces of a puzzle into small limited spaces. They also like toys they can push. My granddaughter, now 14 month old, loves to climb in and out of a pretty large plastic car. She opens the door and climbs in, closes the door, then climbs out and does it all over again. Also they like to open and close doors on toys. Open the door, put a toy in, closes the door and does it again. They can't handle puzzles for a while yet. I don't think it would be appropriate for a 12 month old. I would say at least an 18 month old. Twelve month old babies are still putting things in and out of bowls, boxes, bags, but are not able to handle placing the pieces of a puzzle into small limited spaces. They also like toys they can push. My granddaughter, now 14 month old, loves to climb in and out of a pretty large plastic car. She opens the door and climbs in, closes the door, then climbs out and does it all over again. Also they like to open and close doors on toys. Open the door, put a toy in, closes the door and does it... » Read More I don't think it would be appropriate for a 12 month old. I would say at least an 18 month old. Twelve month old babies are still putting things in and out of bowls, boxes, bags, but are not able to handle placing the pieces of a puzzle into small limited spaces. They also like toys they can push. My granddaughter, now 14 month old, loves to climb in and out of a pretty large plastic car. She opens the door and climbs in, closes the door, then climbs out and does it all over again. Also they like to open and close doors on toys. Open the door, put a toy in, closes the door and does it again. They can't handle puzzles for a while yet. « Show Less
497386
I bought these for my nephew's 12th birthday and he loved them, so I would say 13 is still an appropriate age.
847481
My grandson is 4, this was a collection he was working on, and the last one in the collection, He has cousins that are 12, 10 and 8 who are all collecting them too. I would say it would be a good gift for a boy between 4 & 8 and you would do well
212425
Yes it's suitable for twelve year olds and lots of fun to play with 12 year olds and adults together. Definitely family fun.
1764472
No. Its more for kids up to about 12. Thats my guess. But, it is an awesome product for youth.
2183674
The larger 750 kit definitely would be appropriate for a 12 yr old. I don't know what the recommeded ages say on the box, but I bought the 100 set 1st for a 5 1/2 and 7 yr old and quickly got the next size up 300 ! The 750 would make a great first present !
1351012
Yes, but I think it is more appropriate for 7-10 yr olds. It is also small for a 14 yr old.
598268
My 6 and 8 year old loved these...like the other respondent said, it depends on your 12 year old. I have a 12 year old niece whom is quite crafty and would enjoy this type of project.
2104179
The device is heavy. Whether or not suitable for a 12 year old is subjective and dependent upon the individual. Some would find it too heavy; others not so much.
1995658
I guess not. It is satisfying my 6 years old boy but might be too childish for your girl.