K'NEX in Building Play Sets(31)

What ages are building toys suited for?

Creative building toy sets are generally geared for children ages 5 to 12 but appeal to builders of all ages. Many standard-size building sets include small pieces that pose a choking hazard to younger children. If you have young children interested in building and architecture, check for toddler-friendly lines of popular building toys. These will include larger pieces geared toward young children.

Are construction building sets educational for my child?

Play that encourages building, designing, and following instructions has many developmental benefits for children. Construction building sets promote learning in the STEAM fields and foster creativity. A set with varying sizes, colors, and interlocking pieces provides limitless combinations of creations including simple machines, models, and games.

Are there advantages to having different styles of pieces in a building play set?

Having various pieces like rods, connectors, gears, wheels, and bricks adds to the versatility and functionality of the construction building set. Variation in pieces increases the possibilities for engineering and innovation. Many kits include construction manuals to utilize all the pieces, but the parts are functional outside of the kit’s initial design.