Square Root Games 0027 Pagoda Challenge in Natural Finish Solid Hardwood

by Square Root

Product Features

• The Object: Move the pagodas from one side to the other without placing a larger one on top of a smaller one or jumping over a smaller one.
• Can you solve this ancient mystery?
• Exercise your Brain.
• This Puzzle made from quality Hardwood will become an instant Family Heirloom

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 3.5 x 5.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000J663VA
• Item model number: 0027
• Manufacturer recommended age: 7 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #62,744 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
  • #22 in Toys & Games > Puzzles > Brain Teasers > Puzzle Boxes
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Can you solve this ancient mystery? Move the pagodas from one side to the other without ever placing a larger one on top of a smaller one or jumping over a smaller one.

Product Description

This wonderful game comes to you from the ancient east, down from the centuries, having challenged and developed great strategic minds along the way. Enter the gates of the pagoda, if you are ready to meet this centuries-old challenge of the mind. This beautiful but simple all-wood mind teaser demands patience and the willingness to acquire wisdom. Move the pagoda tower from one side of the platform to the other, without once jumping over a pole, and without placing a larger pagoda over a smaller one. Includes wooden game base with three tower posts and 5 two-toned wood pagoda play pieces.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Lovely idea but a bit spindly., October 16, 2010

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Lynda Douglas - See all my reviews

= Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Square Root Games 0027 Pagoda Challenge in Natural Finish Solid Hardwood (Toy)

Interesting spin on the classic challenge Tower of Hanoi. This product looks very nice from a distance but needs better construction. It was neither as sturdy nor as large as I had thought judging from the picture. Fine for an individual, but it will not hold up long in a classroom. The dowels used for the spindles are far too thin and not well attached to the base. The pieces are not well finished--it has very rough edges that need sanding. Increase the size, use sturdier dowels that are better secured to the base, and do the finishing well---then charge a higher price. I would definitely have paid more for something of better quality that would last.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Keeping a sharp mind, July 6, 2010

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Stephano C (West Hartford, CT USA) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Square Root Games 0027 Pagoda Challenge in Natural Finish Solid Hardwood (Toy)

It's sad that we don't use recursion more in everyday life. In fact, it is a useful skill that should be honed and kept sharp. I keep this on my desk for those moments when I need to look away from the glowing screen.

Product is very well made for the price. Mostly sturdy design combined with a very stylish tower makes me proud to display this at work. I wouldn't recommend this so much for kids younger than 10 or 11. Kids that young might find a way to destroy this rather quickly.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great for math kids and adults, June 26, 2009

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E. Palk "bookworm" (usa) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Square Root Games 0027 Pagoda Challenge in Natural Finish Solid Hardwood (Toy)

My 8yo son fell in love with the tower of hanoi concept at science night and he is advanced math for his age. He and his friends love this and everyone else does too. It is great for any age and they have contests to see who can use the least moves. Kids who love math seem to gravitate to this the most. It seems very durable so far and looks nice sitting on our wood coffee table too! Great buy for 12$ at amazon.