Another Great Logic Game: A Review of IQ® Gears

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Gear up for some fun with IQ® Gears from Smart Games! From easy to expert, be prepared to build critical thinking skills while working through 120 challenges. 

We have the privilege of adding IG® Gears to our homeschool day, courtesy of Timberdoodle. This unique logic puzzle is part of the 2024 10th Grade Curriculum. Whether you homeschool one child or several, this is perfect for those moments when you are busy and need to occupy your child(ren), but you want them to build their critical thinking skills.

What do you get? 

• 1 game board 
• 7 puzzle pieces with gears 
• 1 booklet with 120 challenges and solutions 
• 1 convenient carrying case 

Why is this a Great Logic Game? 

IQ® Gears allows you and your children to work independently on concentration, problem-solving, and logic. Or you can work on puzzles together on the couch. I've found that having an extra set of eyes sometimes helps you see the answer you missed. 

In order to play this logic game, you will need to remove all the puzzle pieces from the game board. After you pick a challenge, you will place the indicated piece(s) onto the gameboard as shown in the challenge. Next, it is your job to place all the puzzle pieces onto the gameboard. All the pieces should fit and create a connection between the big gears on the right and the left of the game board. This is how you win the challenge. You can see if the gears match up by spinning  There is only one solution for each puzzle. 

What Do We Think? 

Like other games we have reviewed from Smart Games, our children quickly grabbed IQ® Gears to work on in their rooms. Our nine-year-old daughter had it in her room for a few weeks before I had to grab it again so I could share our thoughts.

They enjoy puzzle-solving video games, so I am always happy to introduce something low-tech for them to do offline. And with five levels (starter to wizard), they will be able to continue using IQ® Gears for years to come. 

Just like the Zig Zag Puzzler and IQ Waves, IQ® Gears is perfect for car rides. It's compact and easy to take with you in your bag or backpack. In addition to car rides, it's perfect for waiting rooms or restaurants. Why give your child(ren) a phone or tablet to keep them busy, when you can build their critical thinking skills? 

Are You Looking For More Ways to Build Critical Thinking Skills? 

Check out these reviews of other great products offered through Timberdoodle: 

• Thinking Critically and Creatively: A Review of Critical & Creative Thinking Activities 
• Dice, Decks, and Boards: Penguins Huddle Up™ Game 
• Dice, Decks, and Boards: Navigate the High Seas through Critical Thinking