Both of my kids love to build things. I, as a parent, love to build things with my kids, but to be blunt, the traditional building blocks get a bit boring when there’s no guide to go off of. Hasbro’s latest construction sets, KRE-O, are perfect for that little mind that loves to build!

We received the Transformers Basic Set. It was all fun from the get go!

KRE-O TRANSFORMERS OPTIMUS PRIME Construction Set

Product Description:

• Build your favorite TRANSFORMERS hero, OPTIMUS PRIME, in vehicle or robot mode with this 2-in-1 set of 90 KRE-O construction pieces! 2-in-1 KRE-O construction set lets you build OPTIMUS PRIME as a robot figure or as a truck!
• Set includes 90 KRE-O pieces.
• Product does not convert.
• Ages 6 to 12.
• Product and colors may vary. Subject to availability.
• Retail: $7.99

When we first opened this, I just about freaked out. When they said there were 90 pieces, I wasn’t expecting 90 itty-bitty-teeny-tiny pieces. It was nice to see that the two creations (figure/truck) are in their own packages so that you can get started right away with whichever you want to start with first.

Tucker (6 years old) created the truck and well, he hasn’t created the action figure yet. He is in awe at the truck that he built that he is currently building a parking garage for it.

The set includes stickers that tells you where to put them, as per instructions within the box. Very cool addition!

Overall, I would definitely pay $7.99 for this, and be able to get him a few more sets as gifts and even stocking stuffers. I feel this is a great deal and worth the price. Hours of entertainment to build a truck and an action guy are well worth it. Looking for a different stocking stuffer? This is perfect!

The sets range from skill level to price and while the smaller sets make awesome stocking stuffers or beginner builder fun, the deluxe sets really stand out as more detailed, interactive pieces. They also offer the following:

• Coupons! Until 11:59PM on 11/27, families can add KRE-O Transformers play sets to their construction collection with a Coupons.com coupon for $5 off your KRE-O purchase of $20 or more! You can visit this link for the coupon http://bit.ly/nyrUVj
• Value: KRE-O construction sets are compatible with other leading construction sets available, so users don’t have to invest in a new brick system. Expand the brick collection you already have at home and don’t worry if bricks get mixed together in the toy chest!
• Action: Build favorite characters from the classic Transformers universe in robot or vehicle mode, or recreate scenes from the movie

You can also visit KRE-O.com for more information on the 2011 lineup. Get building some fun!

Mommy Goggles gives this product: Rating:
Why this rating? This is a star rating (1-5) that is based off our opinion on the product itself, use, wear & tear, price and how it fits in to our family’s lives (at home or on the go).

All opinions in this posting are 100% my own.

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