Building Things Educational Books, Toys
Building Things
Alphabet Blocks
by Mudpuppy
For ages 1 to 3 years
Perhaps you are ready for just some good old fashioned building or puzzle play. Not so much direct teaching of the alphabet or phonics, but just play, and so much the better if the alphabet happens (read more)
Counting Tower
by Voila Wooden Toys
For ages 1 to 3 years
This is one of those classic wooden toys that is actually elegant in its simplicity. Your little stacker drops ten little plus-sign-shaped pieces in rainbow colors through the top of the plain, (read more)
Play-Doh Creativity Center
by Hasbro
For ages 2+ years
Now that your drawing materials are so neat and tidy, you'll want the same treatment for your child's modeling clay materials. The Play-Doh Creativity Center gives you all the necessary tools for (read more)
Quadrilla Basic Set
by Hape
For ages 3+ years (includes small parts not appropriate for children younger than 3)
The Quadrilla Basic Set is an elegantly simple wooden block set that allows kids to create magnificent marble runs. The set includes four wooden tracks and a full assortment of colored blocks, (read more)
Standard Unit Blocks
by Melissa and Doug
For ages 2+ years
These are your plain old, basic building blocks. They look a lot like the ones you probably played with as a kid. No improvements needed. Indeed, they are so basic that many of us overlook them as (read more)
Kiddy Connects
by Edushape
For ages 2 1/2 - 4 years
2 years & up. Construct colorful creations with this snap-construction set. These soft, playful blocks will promote fine motor development and creativity. (read more)
Mini EduBlocks
by Edushape
For ages 12 months - 4 years
Bendable, twistable, stackable blocks are perfect for building creative minds! Soft materials improve construction site safety, and the bright colors are appealing to children. 26 pieces. Single (read more)
My First Quatro Set
by Lego Systems, Inc.
For ages 12 months - 3 years
It's never too soon to start building with LEGO sets. This colorful collection of bricks is perfect for even the youngest of family members to test out beginner building skills. With chunky, large (read more)
Guidecraft Unit Blocks
by Guidecraft
For ages 12 months - 5 years
These European quality unit blocks are made to resist dents and dings. You'll notice the difference. These blocks are finely sanded and rounded to eliminate any sharp edges, and are splinter-free to (read more)
Magneatos Intermediate
by Guidecraft
For ages 4-6 years
Two-thirds the size of conventional Magneatos with all the fun! Magneatos toy building set's intermediates are for the more advanced builder with a little more dexterity. The smaller size invites (read more)
Jigsaw Blocks Fantasy Land
by HABA USA
For ages 2-4 years
Preferred Choice Creative Child Magazine, 2004. Dr. Toy 100 Best Toys, 2004. Pile these colorful blocks and be amazed! Thanks to their optical effects these beautiful blocks will fascinate children. (read more)
Twister Scram
by Hasbro
For ages
Another reinvention of a classic game that we love in its original and new form! It's Simon Says and Musical Chairs and an outdoor version of Twister all rolled into one. Scatter red, yellow, blue (read more)
Tinkertoy Classic Jumbo Set
by Hasbro
For ages
Ah, tinkertoys. The very mention of tinkertoys brings on a flood of nostalgic memories, doesn't it? Can't you recall almost exactly the feeling of fitting the rods and wheels together? Don't you (read more)
Lincoln Logs
by K'Nex
For ages
There are lots of reasons to give a nod to Lincoln Logs, not least of which is that we celebrate President's Day this week and the birthday of Honest Abe himself. Another reason is that this (read more)
Jumbo Blocks
by Melissa & Doug
For ages
There are blocks and there are blocks and there are blocks - and there are none more fun than these. Why? Because they're jumbo-sized, of course! If they have enough of them, kids can build towers (read more)
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