Magnetic Mosaics Metal Junior by Orb Factory

"Art is the imposing of a pattern on experience, and our aesthetic enjoyment is recognition of the pattern," according to the great mathematician and philosopher Alfred North Whitehead (1861-1947). That is: representative art depicts things that we recognize, and when we recognize what a coherent piece of art represents, we experience pleasure. It also doesn't hurt if the coherent piece of art is sparkly, like the mosaics you can create with the Magnetic Mosaic Metal Junior kit by Orb Factory.

The Magnetic Mosaic Metal Junior kit contains 1000 square metallic magnets that kids can arrange into all sorts of pretty, flashy patterns and pictures. Patterned transparencies give kids some direction and ideas for how to get started, or they can go freestyle and design their own. The magnetic squares are small but easy to manipulate, and they come in a convenient tin that makes it easy to take this kit on the go. It's a great activity for long car rides, plane trips, or visits to Grandma's house! Recommended for ages 7 and up.

The Orb Factory, maker of our favorite Sticky Mosaics sets, is located in Nova Scotia, Canada. We love the company's dedication to creating high-quality toys that are both endlessly entertaining and educational. Now, in their 20th year of business, the folks at Orb Factory continue to honor their commitment to "great designs, high quality, and outstanding customer service."