Designed for toddlers age two through five, the Smart Splash Memory Match Clams LER7304 offers hours of bath time fun. The set features six clams with plenty of personality. The clams have eyes and their mouths "open" to reveal six tiny stowaways: small fish, starfish and crabs.

Each of the clams and other characters feature a different shape or primary color. The smaller pieces can be hidden in the clams as part of a memory skills game. For example, children can give their memory muscles a workout by trying to remember which clam is hiding the other starfish in its mouth. Younger children will simply enjoy the act of hiding the smaller pieces in the clams. Plus, parents can use the Smart Splash Memory Match Clams to encourage color recognition. With a little imagination, there are literally dozens of "games" children can play with this bath toy.

The clams do come apart easily, which can be frustrating for younger children. The pieces aren't difficult to put back together and most children master this task quickly, but we feel the molded "hinge" could be improved for durability.

One of the best features of the Smart Splash Memory Match Clams, at least for parents, is that they are made from mold-resistant plastic. Yes! This means that even if this toy stays wet for an extended period of time, one won't find potentially hazardous mold on board. Nor will one have to throw this toy away after just a short time of use -- let's face it, sometimes it's easier to throw away a bath toy than try to clean it.

The Smart Splash Memory Match Clams is a colorful, fun toy that can turn bath time into learning time. And, at about $16, it won't break the bank.


Pros: Budget price, encourages memory and color-matching skills
Cons: Clams come apart easily