Janod - Dress Up Magnetic Book for Boys - 36 Magnets

The Boys Dress Up Magnetic Book from Janod turns a case the size of a hardback into a costume department. Thirty-six magnetic pieces and eight illustrated cards let children build an astronaut, a superhero, a pirate and more - then mix the pieces up and create characters that have never appeared in any story.

Copy first, invent second

The eight cards give clear targets. Matching one exactly means paying attention to detail - which helmet, which boots, which way the cape sits - and there is real satisfaction in getting a full outfit right. It is a puzzle with a definite finish.

Then children discover the good part: an astronaut helmet on a pirate body with superhero boots is far funnier than anything on the cards. The hybrid characters get names and jobs and rescue missions, and the play stops being about the magnets entirely.

What is in the box

• 36 magnetic pieces covering outfits, headwear, accessories and props
• 8 illustrated character cards to copy or remix
• Magnetic backing board built into the hinged lid
• FSC certified cardboard case storing every piece inside
• Suitable for children aged 3 years and up

Identity play in a portable format

Trying on characters is how children work out who they might be. Usually that requires a dress-up box and a lot of floor space. This does the same job on a plane tray table, in a waiting room or in the back of the car, and packs away in under a minute.

What it develops

Placing small magnets precisely builds the fine motor control that later supports handwriting. Working from a card develops visual matching and sequencing. And narrating a character's story - who they are, what they are about to do - is genuine language development disguised as messing about.

Made from FSC certified cardboard and part of the wider Janod magnetic book collection. Closed, it stores upright on the bookshelf; open, it keeps a child occupied for the length of a flight.