Is it suitable for 6-9 year olds? If not, is there another version or a way to make this version work -and be FUN- for that age range?
1802075
It may vary on your child but I would say in general yes! That's one of the things we loved about it! You may have to help them a little bit but they tend to catch on quickly. The game works off of multiples of the # rolled & doesn't go over 6.
1802076
yes, it is suitable for 9 year old children if they know multiplication facts. This is another great game from blue orange.
1802077
The games requires some knowledge of multiplication facts for 3, 4, and 5 times tables. I do a lot of tutoring and I have had kids as young as 6 play this game using skip counting to identify groups of 3, 4, and 5. The 6-9 year-olds you are targeting will need strong addition skills. Sometimes I provide my kids with a number chart as an aid. I think it is totally possible to make Sumoku fun for younger kids, but you may need to provide some prompting to help younger players feel successful. Personally, I LOVE this game and use it with 1st thru 5th graders almost daily.
1802078
My nine year old loves it. He is good at math and knows his basic math facts. My seven year would not be able to play it (she struggles with math, and it would be a little boring for her). Not sure how how to change the rules, but it's just numbered tiles. You could probably come up with something, or find alternate rules online.
822938
I would say that a 9 year old could play it with some minor assistance. 12 to play autonomously. I must admit that my mom can't play without help, and she is 60. :)
1186467
I believe it is meant for younger children. My 7 and 9 year olds enjoyed it.
1362492
The toy states "6 and up". My six year old daughter can't quite manipulate the toy enough to get any real enjoyment. My 10 year old nephew can, however. I would buy this item for 8+. If the kid is really into puzzles, maybe 6.
217940
When I bought it my daughter was 3, she loved it. She loves building things though, so if your grandchildren enjoy that then it should be fun for both ages. I bought another set for 2 6 yr old boys and they love it. I think it's a fun all family game. But I believe the package recommended age is 8
2166205
It is easy enough for 10 year olds to enjoy, and I think most 8 year olds could play it (but maybe not appreciate it very much). I'm 33 years old, and enjoy it too.
445372
Your 6 year old will be able to work it by himself/herself and will be able to use the special features (like the animations). Your 3 year old would like it too, but would need some help with the mechanics of it. Hope this helps!
1746497
I would say no, this is very complicated, the original (purple and yellow) would be much more a 7 yr olds level and more fun.
442977
I have not seen it but my boys (8 & 9) want it too, so we think we may spring for it. BUT a word of advice from a mom who bought way too many toys too early for them (when the were 5 & 6). Wait. We bought a pool/ping pong/air hockey combo table and it's trashed. All the games we bought for them at that age are missing pieces. Unless your 6 yr old is really mature, I would wait a year or two if I were you.
2190220
It worked perfectly for my 7 year old so I would think it would work well for a 6 year old too. :-D
797584
Yes, you could use this software for a 6-year old. It has the option of choosing the level of what is being read and gives you the ability to load things your self. That being said, I would not use this for a 6-year old. The program requires consistency and dedication that most (pretty much all) 6-year old children lack. Just you asking the question demonstrates that your child might be exceptional. I would still not do this.
1313628
I'll be totally honest, this game has a lot of button combinations you need to know to do certain things. Although this game is awesome, I don't think I'd recommend it for someone that young. It may be a bit too advanced. I'd say 9 or 10 would be the minimum age for a game like this.
1803000
I boughted for a 9 year old and she handled it great. Our 6 year old was not able to handle it.
302147
I purchased this for my four year old. My twelve and nine year old play with him as does my two year old :) I would say it's best for 3-5 year olds.
1946896
I think he would be too young. I have a 6 and an 8 year old. We played it with the 8 year old, who can read. She enjoyed it the first time and we went easy on her, since we knew her routes. (We had to explain it to her as we went along.) Then we let her play it without our help and she ended up crying because she was so disappointed to not play so well. It's a great game but my kids are both too young for it yet.
916931
Hi. Sorry it took so long to respond. I would say, based on my experience, that this "toy" is perfect for three to six year olds. I always have a lot of kids at the house and those younger than three and older than six never seem to gravitate towards it. Hope this helps.
2173031
I'd say it's best for 2/3 to 6/7 year olds. I have a 3 yr old and 5 yr old who play with it a ton (both girls) and their big brother (8 yrs old) joins in sometimes but loses interest quickly.