The Rubble & Crew Construction Bark Yard Playset is an extra big, attention-grabbing toy that combines three kid favorites – Kinetic Sand, construction toys, and, lest we forget, Paw Patrol.
The playset offers multiple opportunities to inspire imaginative play, and its design provides a number of unique play patterns. Assembling the toy is simple and easy, and once assembled, it proved to be quite sturdy. Over two months of testing, it was able to withstand mildly rough play, never tipping over, which surprised most testers. The inclusion of Kinetic Sand and the ability to attach different tools to the crane’s hook each add to the play experience.
Finding batteries included to power the lights and sounds was appreciated by our parent testers, especially considering how much they added to their children’s excitement. The tower set resembles the one kids know from the show, so the familiarity and connection was instantaneous. The two included Kinetic Sand colors are terrific and provide the added bonus of both visual appeal and tactile play.
The working crane with claw attachment, molding area, and elevator kept our child testers engaged, fostering the combination of pretend construction and sensory play. The Rubble action figure and toy bulldozer with a working scoop added to the fun. Additionally, this playset can be integrated with other Paw Patrol toys for extended playtime adventures.
Although it comes with a higher price point, parents felt that the Rubble & Crew Construction Bark Yard Playset was well worth it for the hours of hands-on imaginative play it provides.