Duplo building plate (Lego Duplo 2598: Red Building Plate)

Member Name: yummymummy100

Product:	Lego Duplo 2598: Red Building Plate
Date:	09/08/09 (17 review reads)
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Advantages: Easy to use, fun for all, great to gets kids imagination going

Disadvantages: Maybe the price is a little on the expensive side for what it is (a single sheet of plastic)

This is a great canvas for any Duplo enthusiast and is only limited by your imagination.
Our eldest has both a green and red plate, but prefers the green as it is 'grass'. Forms the foundation for her farm, stables, shop and any number of houses and menageries.
Its very hardwearing which is a must in the under fours and is easy to clean. My daughter likes to feed her animals the moment my back is turned which undoubtably becomes messy, but a quick dip in the sink and its all clean. I even know a friend who puts hers in the dishwasher, but am sure the Dulpo/Lego company would not recommend it.
Its a great size, big enough for larger constructions but nice and thin for easy storage unlike Duplo itself which is very cumbersome.
As for age, it states 2 -5 years on the box and my daughter was successfully attaching blocks just before her second birthday so would agree there.
You can use it anywhere on any surface tables/floors/grass.
Great platform for your child to learn how to build.

Summary: A must for all Duplo enthusiasts