This set is very similar to Plus Plus and Gakken New Blocks. Just like with Plus Plus, the set has similar pieces of different colors. Excellerations translucent waffle blocks have weird and unusual shapes, and they are made from transparent colorful plastic. Unlike Plus Plus sets, this set has pieces of different shapes – even if their size is very similar. The pieces are thick, so the pegs are as thick as they are long. Because of this, you can connect the pieces in any direction, they will hold well all the same. So you can build both 2D mosaics and all kinds of 3D shapes, connecting the pieces vertically, horizontally or even with an angle. This brand also offers similar sets with non-transparent pieces. Unlike some other “waffle” blocks, pieces from this set don’t have square holes in them, so you can connect only the edges.
Danish Plus Plus sets are among the most popular and well-know “waffle” building sets. Almost all pieces in these sets are excctly the same – except for wheels and the baseplates. However, even with only the basic pieces, you can build almost anything.
All basic pieces have exactly the same shape and size. The Danish schools use Plus Plus kits as an educational tool, to teach kids basic STEAM skills, and help them develop fine motorics and creativity.
To add some difference and more variety to the crafts, Plus Plus brand offers countless sets with different numbers and colors of the pieces. There are pieces of different colors and hues, glowing pieces, pieces with glitter, and so on. The sets also may include any number of the Plus Plus pieces, there are both small travelling kits and big gifts sets.
