- This beautifully-crafted board has polished brass locks, latches and clasps
- Brightly colored, smooth-sanded pieces help build early shape, color and size differentiation skills
- Hide-and-seek pictures behind each door help develop fine motor skills
- Incredible value and superior craftsmanship
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Incredible value and superior craftsmanship make this item a top seller and childhood favorite. Brightly colored, smooth-sanded pieces help build early shape, color and size differentiation skills.
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Undo a latch, swing open the numbered door, and count on fun when the picture beneath is revealed on this wooden play board! Build fine motor skills while learning colors, numbers, animals and more. Measures 15.7" x 11.7" x 1.6".
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258 of 259 people found the following review helpful
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My two year old loves this! My kiddo is dexterous like you wouldn't believe, and has a passion for opening and closing doors as well as removing covers and lids (electrical socket safety plugs, the backs of remotes, change purses, bottle tops, baby wipes) and opening clasps (wallet, watches, bracelets). If your child is the type who's always looking for new and exciting ways to raise your blood pressure with feats of exquisite motor control, this latchboard is a great way to redirect that energy and curiousity.
I remember reading some horrified parent exclaim that perhaps teaching young kids to open latches and locks is a dangerous idea, but realistically speaking - the latches featured here probably aren't used in a safety capacity anyway. (Unless you hide your dynamite behind a miniature chain locked door. And you might want to rethink that.)
The thing is also virtually indestructable. I can say this with confidence because it was "tested" by the brats next door, and those boys could destroy a padded cell. The colors and pictures are bright and appealing, too; it's remarkably well made.
My only beef is the cost of Melissa and Doug products, but since it's hand made I can understand why it's necessary. Keep up the fine work, guys.
I remember reading some horrified parent exclaim that perhaps teaching young kids to open latches and locks is a dangerous idea, but realistically speaking - the latches featured here probably aren't used in a safety capacity anyway. (Unless you hide your dynamite behind a miniature chain locked door. And you might want to rethink that.)
The thing is also virtually indestructable. I can say this with confidence because it was "tested" by the brats next door, and those boys could destroy a padded cell. The colors and pictures are bright and appealing, too; it's remarkably well made.
My only beef is the cost of Melissa and Doug products, but since it's hand made I can understand why it's necessary. Keep up the fine work, guys.
33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
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We got this toy for our son when he turned one recently. Several weeks later, he still plays with it (or "works" on it!) every day, unlike just about any other present he got. We leave it propped up where he can crawl over and play with it on his own. He has gradually been figuring out some of the ways to open some of the doors, but there is still a lot to figure out. If your child loves to play with mechanical devices and take things apart as much as ours does, then s/he will love this latches board.
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This toy is definitely a winner. Our 21 month old son loves it and will play for it often. He especially loves the door with the 6 goldfish.
My only complaint is that I feel that the 1st 2 doors were VERY hard to open. I had to have my dad "perform surgery" on them and loosen them up. I'm not even sure how he did it but they're nice and easy to move now. I can't imagine even a 4 or 5 year old being able to move those 2 the way they were. Maybe I just got a really tough one? The other 4 doors were great from Day 1 though.
You can do a lot of mini games with this toy - like have your child count the animals for you, tell you the colors of the houses, etc.
Another hit from Melissa & Doug!!!
My only complaint is that I feel that the 1st 2 doors were VERY hard to open. I had to have my dad "perform surgery" on them and loosen them up. I'm not even sure how he did it but they're nice and easy to move now. I can't imagine even a 4 or 5 year old being able to move those 2 the way they were. Maybe I just got a really tough one? The other 4 doors were great from Day 1 though.
You can do a lot of mini games with this toy - like have your child count the animals for you, tell you the colors of the houses, etc.
Another hit from Melissa & Doug!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Another amazing toy
Mellissa and Doug make exceptional toys of superior quality compared to other manufacterers. My baby loves this ! I'm very learning savvy and these toys are above average great! Read more
Published 2 days ago by Izzysmama
Purchased for toddler girl
I purchased this as a midwinter activity for my toddler. She was growing out of her "baby toys" and too young for most toys designed for 3+. She was 18mo and is now 22mo. Read more
Published 10 days ago by laura
Pinches tiny fingers
My son tries to manipulate the latches and just gets pinched! It works great with older children who already have the fine motor skills to work the puzzle, but that kind of defeats... Read more
Published 11 days ago by Thea
My 1 and 3 year old both love it!
This is one of the only toys that receives attention in our house on a daily basis. I think it's a bit pricey, but it's high quality and a lot of fun for the little ones to figure... Read more
Published 13 days ago by Murt
Great Learning and Entertainment
We purchased the latch board for our one year old. I know this particular toy says that is is for three year olds but our daughter is constantly trying to figure out how things... Read more
Published 15 days ago by TeamTurner
Good for motor development---even with younger children
I bought this toy for my son because they had it at his daycare and he really enjoyed playing with it. Read more
Published 18 days ago by CincyMama
Fantastic!
I love good quality wooden toys and have a number of Melissa and Doug nice big chunky puzzles. This was a great buy. Read more
Published 26 days ago by Tommy's mum
Great for fine motor skills... but....
do you want to openly teach ur kid how to unlock all types of locks? maybe they make this so that other companies can sell their childproofing stuff. Read more
Published 1 month ago by TheThompsonMom
Not so thrilled
I thought it looked like a great toy, but some of the locks are too hard for even the three year old to open, and one of them doesn't "lock" at all. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Big Reader
Not Much of a Challlange
My grandson is 18 months old and loves puzzles.
I thought this one would be perfect. Unfortunately
once he opened the latches, which he did very quickly,
the novelty... Read more
I thought this one would be perfect. Unfortunately
once he opened the latches, which he did very quickly,
the novelty... Read more
Published 1 month ago by T. Russo
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