Bath time - for most kids, bath time also doubles as play time. After you get the boring stuff out of the way (like the actual cleaning and scrubbing), the fun commences. Here are some Playmobil toys that have made bath time very enjoyable for all three of my kids:
(Note: the number is the product number, the name in parenthesis is the set theme, and the name is the product name.)
5721 - (Fire) Rescue Raft: This set comes with a red Zodiac-style rescue boat, two firemen, and a swimmer. There's also the requisite accessories - outboard engine, oars, and miscellaneous rescue gear. It even has a length of nylon line that you can string around the perimeter of the raft to make getting in that much easier. I thought for sure this line wouldn't last very long. Imagine my surprise that it has held up for several years now, surviving three kids and twice a week dunkings! Overall, a great toy that has been a bath time favorite. I give it a well-deserved 9 out of 10!
5754 - (Adventure) Croc Boat: G'day, mate! For some reason, I can't help but think of Paul Hogan and his "Crocodile Dundee" movies when I hear the word 'croc.' You get a cool air boat, two croc wranglers, a croc, assorted small animals, and some swamp adventure gear. There's also a piece of swamp terrain that goes with it. The croc boat has also seen a lot of action in the tub, and has consistently been a favorite. The rubber luggage restraint up front comes off a lot, as does the fin assembly that steers the airflow on the aft section of the boat. Still, a solid toy that rates a 7 out of 10.
5749 - (Adventure) Pontoon Helicopter: This set contains a pontoon helicopter, a pilot and co-pilot figures, and a couple pieces of rescue gear. The rotors spin nicely, the bubble canopy folds forward for easy access, and it's pretty stable in the water. The canopy hasn't help up well, as it is very scratched and clouded. Not totally unexpected from clear (smoke-tinted) plastic, but still kind of a bummer. I give this one a 6 out of 10.
3155 - (Vikings) Nessie: Bath dragon! That's what my kids have always called Nessie. The sea serpent was purchased years ago on a business trip to London, and it has resided in one of our bathtubs ever since. A detachable green weight on the underside of Nessie allows her to float upright. The weight falls off from time to time, but not often enough to rate as annoying. My daughter has enjoyed playing with the smiling viking warrior girl included in this set. Nessie deserves an 8 out of 10 in my book.
Of course, all of these toys have a slot on them where you can attach the Underwater Motor (7350) for the added enjoyment of having your boat/dragon/etc. motorized!
I just can't say enough good things about Playmobil. Great toys.
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