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Customer reviews of Tornado Tubes by TedcoReturn to Tornado Tubes product information...
Tornado Tubes has been reviewed 43 times with an average rating of 4.47
Tornado Tube Posted 6/15/2012 by Thomas Brennan
Really, I might be an unusual customer for this product. It was recommended to me by a nephew as a way to improve the quality of water. I have found that the water that I put through the TT does taste better. I have been told that the action of the vortex inside the bottle in some way changes the relationships between some of the molecules in the water. The idea is that the water becomes more hydrating. I think that is because the units of grouped molecules are smaller and they are able to penetrate the cell membranes more effectively. I hope that you continue to carry this product as I will be recommending it to friends and probably purchasing more in the future.
Worked nicely Posted 10/21/2008
My son used this for a K science project and it worked nicely. Leaked a little bit, but could be that we didn't thread it carefully enough.
Review of Tornado Tubes Posted 5/19/2008 by Stephanie Sparks
The tornado tubes worked great! The kids loved them and wanted to know where they could buy them. I told them fatbraintoys.com, of course!
Tornado tubes are easy to use, cheap, and kids like them. Posted 4/10/2008 by Karla Lagunas
I used these with my class to conduct a science experiment on tornadoes. They are easy to use and sturdy. I would just offer a heads up in making sure that the 2 liters have no plastic rings on them before you attach the tubes, otherwise they will leak. Also, when we did variations by inserting sand, etc. the tubes clogged up, so if you're using this in a science experiment I recommend measuring out the amounts before passing it out to your students! Great product! My students (5th graders) loved using them and it didn't require much prep to get them going!
Tornado Tubes Posted 10/2/2007 by Gwen Mulder
The tornado tubes did not make a tight seal with the soda bottles and we had a lot of water leakage.
Product review of Tornado Tubes Posted 7/18/2012 by Lisa B
We used the tornado tubes as an activity during out water-themed Vacation Bible School, designed for children aged 4 - 10. We made approximately 50 tornadoes. The kids thought they were really cool, although many of them leaked. Also, we didn't realize you HAVE to take off the plastic ring that remains around the neck of the bottle. If not, the tornado tube couplings can't be tightened. Getting the little ring off the bottle required an adult or older youth. Putting glitter in the water is neat.
My Son Love's This Posted 5/3/2012 by Mike
My cousins kids have this and when my kids spent time over there my 4yr old son could not put this down. We decided to add blue food coloring to the water and by changing the color of the water it almost becomes a new/different toy. Very good value from a price and educational perspective.
Product review of Tornado Tubes Posted 12/22/2009 by Graeme Reed
relatively simple, requires additional bottles but this can be a good thing - teaches reuse. once discovered it doesn't have longevity. more of a novelty.
Works Great! Posted 5/25/2012 by Julie Abrams - RELATIVE
This is a simple yet very effective device.
Product review of Tornado Tubes Posted 5/6/2012 by Doug Walters
was something my stepson played with years ago - so my daughter wanted one also - she loves it - very cool " she says "
Great Purchase!! Posted 9/25/2011 by Misty Berry
Very cool inexpensive toy!! Educational and hands on fun!! My son loves nature and talks about tornadoes all the time!! My 6 year old son is the one who found Fat brain toys and showed me this item!! Great experience overall, he couldn't wait for the mail man to deliver!! Also he couldn't wait till the soda bottles were empty!! LOL
Turbo Tube Posted 9/17/2009 by Lyle E.
Colorful high-pressure plastic tubes fit standard soda bottles perfect and work as described. Simple to use, fun to watch.
Product review of Tornado Tubes Posted 8/14/2008 by Alena Leos - EDUCATOR
Great product and works well in a classroom setting for studying weather
Review of Tornado Tubes Posted 5/2/2011
My son likes the tornado tube. He enjoys seeing how large of a tornado that he can make. It has leaked some & we covered it with duct tape, which didn't help much. He still plays with it, but we just keep a towel handy.
Review for Tornado Tubes Posted 4/16/2011 by Leonora Kuhry
My son requested this item and my sister knew where to buy it. It has worked as promised.
Product review of Tornado Tubes Posted 3/3/2011 by Mom of three in Omaha
We purchased the product for a science project and it is very easy to use, does just what it says it will. The only problem I have is that it does leak a bit.
My class loves these! Posted 5/13/2008 by Rebecca Brooks - EDUCATOR
I am a preschool teacher and have found that my class never tired of playing with our room's Tornado Tube. It was the star of the show during our weather theme and conitnued to be popular as the year progressed. So much so that I decided to give every student their own tornado tube as a graduation gift.
A rating of Tornado Tubes Posted 10/25/2007
They worked fine. The directions could have been been more detailed. We found they worked better if the plastic ring was cut off the soda bottles, otherwise there was leakage.
Great Educational Toy Posted 2/14/2007 by Lisa Shamaly - HOMESCHOOL
I knew my son would like this, but he actually loves it. It is his new favorite thing! I added blue water and some glitter and this is just awesome!
Information about Tornado Tubes Posted 5/24/2012 by Gail Lindekugel
A simple concept but so much fun.
Review for Tornado Tubes Posted 3/19/2012 by Carole Attleson - EDUCATOR
This was purchased for classroom use while students are studying the weather.
Review for Tornado Tubes Posted 12/9/2010 - RELATIVE
He is very interested in how it all works. I think it was an good investment to show how things happen.
Great Service Posted 11/23/2007 by Virginia Von Bose
A favorite of our friends from ages 3 to 50. The Tornado Tube is mesmerizing!
Information about Tornado Tubes Posted 9/4/2007 by Kerry White - EDUCATOR
We ordered some Tornado Tubes for use with an object lesson in conjunction with Group's "Living Inside Out" curriculum ("Storm Chasers" edition). The tubes work fine, but they could probably use a rubber gasket to keep water from leaking around the edges when the 2-liter bottles are turned upside down to create the "tornado."
Tornado Tubes Posted 5/3/2007 by Allison Peck
This product does just what it needs to. It holds two soda bottles together without leaking. It is sturdy and durable- won't crack easily.
Tornado Tubes In Science Centers Posted 2/19/2007 by Dr Terry J. and Diana L. Hutter
These are great yet inexpensive items to use for hands-on science demonstrations in science centers or in classrooms. These were purchased for use in South Africa with rural Zulu students.
Holds His Attention! Posted 2/8/2007 by Elizabeth Hall
My son has always been fascinated with toys with simulate weather. A friend of ours has this product and one day while visiting, my 6 year old son played exclusively with the Tornado Tube. Needless to say, we had to get one for him to create an inexpensive learning opportunity!
Tornado Tubes Posted 1/17/2009 by Janet Weiss - EDUCATOR
Not only do they make interesting tornadoes - they double as great connectors for sand-timers.
A rating of Tornado Tubes Posted 4/5/2011 by Claire Spollen
The connectors were purchased for creating sand clocks for an afterschool program. They are also used to make the hurricane and students enjoy them.
Tornado Tubes Posted 11/4/2012 by Regina Hatcher - GRANDPARENT
Stocking Stuffer for Xmas, not given yet. Although I shook it to see how it worked. I found it simple and interesting. After a few times with it, I think my grandchild will put it down and play with it infrequently.
Tornado Tube Posted 10/17/2012 by Lauren - EDUCATOR
I ordered this to use in my classroom with 1st and 2nd graders. They LOVED it, and have since asked me nearly each morning to make the tornado again. It's great!
Information about Tornado Tubes
Posted 2/6/2013 by Joseph Grace
It works! She's almost four and we play with it occasionally. Best part, made in America!
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