Playmobil play sets feature a variety of engaging and unique themes or "miniature worlds" in which a child can spend endless hours creating imaginary play situations. The speciality of Playmobil toy sets are the two and three quarter inch toy figures with happy looking faces. Lots of different buildings can be constructed with these Playmobil sets, as they feature an easy to do locking-grid type of construction. Playmobil has been around for more than 25 years, and kids all over the world enjoy constructing and playing with the different themes.
Q: You Mentioned Playmobil Has Different "Themes", Can You Give Us Some Examples Of These Themes?
Playmobil playsets come as basic sets and add-on accessories. Some of the basic sets or Playmobil "Playworlds" include: Basic Themes:
- Airport
- Zoo
- Fairytale Castle
- Pirates
- Farm
- Vikings
- Dollhouse
- Knights
- Dino Expedition
- Police
- Rescue
- Modern Living
- R-C Vehicles
- Christmas
- Construction
Playmobil offers some "Super Sets" which are a mini world by themselves including themes like
- Farm
- Construction
- Seal Pool
- Pirates
- Flower Garden
- Police
- Viking Knights Attack
You can build up on these basic "worlds" by adding on figures and accessories from:
- Wild Animals
- Farms
- Trees and Landscapes
- Fences
- Construction
- House Extensions
- Vehicles and Boats
Q: What Makes Playmobil Toy Sets Different From Other Building Sets?
Playmobil play sets consist of miniature figures, props, landscape building pieces, and the best, lots of miniature accessories for the figures. These tiny accessories are what make these playsets so fascinating and versatile. There are endless possibities to create whole new worlds with these imaginative add ons. For example, in Dino Expedition, the latest release from Playmobil which is set in the snowy mountains, there are accessories like snow hats, skis, snow shoes for the characters, a flag to mark the highest point of the mountain, binoculars, and many more thoughtful and delightful little accessories included. Also, the bright colors and smooth rounded edges of the little characters are good for kids to handle. All the little people come with happy smiley faces.
Q: What Ages Are Recommended For Playmobil Sets?
One word of warning, the included accessories are pretty small, which make play unsuitable for very young children. Most of these playsets are listed as suitable for kids over the ages of 4, but they are more suited for slightly older kids. Younger children will find them difficult to assemble, and require adult supervision and help, especially to manipulate/snap on the tiny accessories. On the plus side, these tiny accessories are what make these playsets so fascinating and versatile.
Q: Could You Give Us Some Information About Playmobil Sets Released In 2005?
Sure. The latest release from Playmobil is the Dinosaur Expedition Series. This is what Playmobil has to say about its Dinosaur Expedition Series: "Kids play adventurers who set out to free the dinosaur from its ice prison. Equipped with a rope ladder and power saw, the explorers are able to free the dinosaur from under the ice cap (removable piece). When the mission is complete, kids can mount a flag to celebrate the triumph. The junior adventurers also search for hidden bones that, when put together, form the full skeleton of a dinosaur! Suggested retail price is $19.99."
