One sits within a recess and is attached by a cord and if your child misplaces one, they can play with the other until you find it. Different drawings and writings appeared on it in each episode, and some served as inside jokes for the cast. Parents will also appreciate that this board comes with two pens: one attached to the board with string and a second replacement one. They don't sink back into the liquid because of the thickness of the liquid, and because the particles and liquid are matched to have the same density. There is a slider at the bottom of a Magna Doodle, and by sliding it back and forth once or twice you erase the screen instantly and completely (also amazing).

The key element of the toy is the magnetophoretic display panel, filled with a thick, opaque white liquid containing tiny dark magnetic particles. Take the lightweight magna doodle board on the go; the magic pen and 2 stamps fit securely into the magic board to provide hours of fun. Made of BPA-free plastic with a sliding eraser, this is also one of the most affordable magnetic drawing boards you're likely to find.He spent some time with it and explaining what he was doing and seeing while he discovered the features. It was in 1974 that engineers from the Pilot Pen Corporation invented what they described as the ‘dustless chalkboard’. Sometimes you could make out what was scribbled on the back of their kitchen door, other times you couldn't? Because the particles are light and the liquid dispersion medium is thick, gravity will not pull the particles forming the lines back to the other side. Item is unopened, unused and in its original condition including all instruction manuals and all accessories.

While the manufacturer doesn't indicate what kind of coin battery it takes, you will find one refill in the box. Doing her best to keep it together in a life of constant chaos, Patti would describe herself as an eclectic mess maker, lousy crafter, book lover, autism mom, and insomniac. And while it is a minor detail, the curvy design in the handle is perfect for keeping your little one's grip comfortable as they inevitably carry it from room to room.The Retro Magna Doodle comes with the classic blue drawing board and red magic pen and magnetic stamps. With so many neat drawing boards to consider, the first thing to think about is how you intend for your child to use it. As this is done, the magnetic eraser pulls the particles forming the lines from the front side to the back side and aligns them in the direction of the motion. These particles can be drawn to the drawing surface by a magnet-tipped stylus or optionally-provided shapes, or removed to the hidden back side by a sliding eraser bar.