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Perfection

With a relaunch in the 1996, game maker Milton Bradley has taken the classic 70's game and introduced it to a whole new generation.

Today, Perfection remains a fun and exciting game for children of all ages. Even adults enjoy getting in on the fun. You really can't help but jump and then giggle nonstop when Perfection...goes...pop!

How to play

There are 25 interestingly shaped pieces that fit in their own spaces on the game board. Start by taking all of the pieces out and turning them upside down. Then depress the game board so that it stays in the down position. The goal is to put all the pieces in their proper places.

Eazy breezy lemon squeezy you might say? Not exactly. This game would be a breeze if you had plenty of time, but you don't. You have 60 seconds, one tiny little minute, to get as many pieces to their corresponding spots before the timer goes off and the game board pops up at you, launching all the pieces up in the air!

Adapting the game to toddlers

Because of the small pieces, it is not recommended for children under 3 years old, but with adult supervision they can still play.

For little ones, I suggest that you don't use the timer. It is just as much fun for them to explore putting all the different shapes back where they belong. Using all of the pieces at once may be overwhelming for a younger age group, so start with a small amount of pieces.

Slowly working up to the entire 25 will be empowering, and give them a sense of accomplishment with each bunch they put in. This also helps fine tune their small motor skills and hand eye coordination, not to mention counting fun!

Lightweight yet sturdy, it is a great game to take on the road. However, playing it in the car is not a good idea. When the game pops, you might end up losing pieces. Although there are many pieces, they can all be stored neatly underneath the game itself.

More about Perfection around the Web:

Perfection - Wikipedia