{"product_id":"helius","title":"Helius: A Puzzle with Infinite Solutions","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelius is a tool for discovery, exploration and connection. The 12 unique pieces are linkable, stackable, chainable, nestable and symmetrical!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"banner__heading inline-richtext h1\"\u003eSpatial Reasoning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner__text rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaying with Helius requires a focus and attention not found in other toys. Exploring the shapes builds dexterity the hands and in the mind's eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"banner__heading inline-richtext h1\"\u003eSystemizing Play\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner__text rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelius allows kids and adults to explore complex color and shape patterns, unusual symmetries, and a mix of obvious and non-intuitive magnetic forces. These forms have their own language that free play helps uncover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner__text rte\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"banner__heading inline-richtext h1\"\u003eA toy that meets you where you are\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner__text rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts simplicity is its magic. From elementary school to academia. An unassuming thinking partner that will comfort\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echallenge. The tactile tension, the satisfying snap, the maddening mazes, the carefree curves work in harmony to free the mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"banner__heading inline-richtext h1\"\u003eWho says toys can't be fun\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebeautiful?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner__text rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are at home in a toy box\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ean art gallery. With a design aesthetic that respects the power of play, Helius sets the bar a bit higher for simple toys. Don't let these bright colors fool you, Helius is seriously fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"banner__heading inline-richtext h1\"\u003eMulti-Layered Complexity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner__text rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelius has a few basic rules that are easy to understand. The application and investigation of these rules reveals a world of possibilities. The more you play, the more you see new patterns and possibilities emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"inline-richtext\"\u003eSymmetry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumans are drawn to symmetry. The basic shape of Helius has two forms, a left and a right hand node. These pairs make for intuitive exploration of symmetrical shapes that are pleasing to the eye, the mind, and the hands. All shapes can have a mirrored pair with enough pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"inline-richtext\"\u003eStackability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shapes and structures lend themselves to so many stackable variations. You can experiment with patterns of colors, shapes, striping, etc. The power of stacking is unlocked when additional sets are added. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"inline-richtext\"\u003eUnique Structures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Stable Configurations\" are formed when the flat ends of long chains reconnect in a seamless fashion. These loops can be chaotic and mercurial, or ordered and highly patterned. The real puzzle is learning the patterns and creating novel shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wikurio Creations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47726551204093,"sku":"28177","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/0760\/3453\/files\/Helius_Box_and_Product_Levels_White_BG_Square.webp?v=1781716604","url":"https:\/\/chattanooga.learningexpress.com\/products\/helius","provider":"Learning Express Toys \u0026 Gifts Chattanooga TN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}