This is frightening. I experienced this with a big dog and larger
magnets when I was housesitting. Got him to the Vet & surgery just
in time.
I think that one of the most important concepts to be explored in
sculpture is the variety of ways to fasten & connect parts together.
I think that the magnets would be very limiting in terms of learning
about joining techniques.
Sharon ~ NJ
On Jul 16, 2007, at 9:59 AM, Judy Decker wrote:
> Dear Art Educators,
>
> I know many of you like to have "cool" toys in your art rooms.
> Check out the New York Times article about Magnetix.
> From Kathy Douglas (posted to TAB Choice list):
>
> I hate to sound a sour note here, but we have discussed cool
> construction toys to put in our choice centers. One that seemed
> useful is called Magnetix...it always sounded intriguing to me...
>
> A close reading of today's Sunday New York Times changed my mind:
>
> http://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/15/business/yourmoney/15magnet.html?
> ref=business
>
> These toys, made by Rose Art (of the mediocre crayon and marker
> world) can be very dangerous. Just thought I would mention it...if
> they were in my art room they would be wrapped up and in the dumpster
> tomorrow.
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> I do have a magnetic construction toy listed on IAD Free Time page. It
> is not this set. I don't know if all small magnets pose such a risk -
> or is it just this brand since they are more powerful magnets?
>
> Judy Decker
