Quercetti Marble Run with Motorized Elevator is an exciting construction game that teaches children to visualize and design structures in such a way that the chutes are always inclined in the correct direction. Assemble their own structures or reproduce one of the examples shown on the box. This 160-piece set includes components to build a motorized elevator for returning marbles to the top of the run. The height of the elevator is adjustable to work with any design of the marble run that is made! The set includes an exclusive double entrance funnel and exclusive spirals, and some of the tubes are transparent so you can watch the marbles descend inside. The Quercetti Marble Run with Motorized Elevator features high-quality, real marbles and base-pieces for strong construction and stability during play. Plus this set comes with extra long bridges for building superior structures. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included.Ages 5 and up. By Quercetti
Month: March 2010
This expressive free-wheeling Mega Cement Mixer blasts out realistic construction sounds and flashing safety lights. This Mega Truck is exactly what your construction worker needs to get the big job done! To build big you have to think big and build tough — and that’s where the Mega Cement Mixer comes in. Its clear mixing drum spins as you crank the mixing gear and prepare the cement for your next big job.Ages 18 months and up.By Small World Toys
Award winning Cathedral wooden building blocks by HABA is a unique, colorful building block set. Children have fun exploring the endless possibilities that the Cathedral Blocks can produce. These brightly vivid wooden blocks by Haba will last for a lifetime of construction projects. Children can build a village, a tower, sort colors, or anything else they can dream up! The 18 blocks are chunky making this a perfect block set for little hands. The unique shapes and different sizes will broaden young children’s knowledge of shapes introducing them to Arches, Domes, Slanted Roofs and more. HABA Cathedral Building Blocks develops motor skills, hand eye coordination, and problem solving/cognitive development as well as stimulates fantasy, imaginative play and role play.Ages 18 months and up.By HABA
The Hydropower Kit by Thames & Kosmos , teaches children the science of water energy with twelve experiments and building projects. The power of water is one of the oldest sources of energy, and one which is completely renewable and natural. This cutting-edge science kit is dedicated to the science of water energy. Hydropower has been used for hundreds of years in watermills and is now commonly used to generate electricity in applications such as hydroelectric dams and tidal power plants. Explore the power of water by building models and conducting experiments with them. Learn about how different devices are used to extract useful energy from moving water – from a waterwheel in a small stream to a giant turbine in a tidal power station. Build a waterwheel, a saw mill, and a hammer mill to harness the energy of moving water to do different types of physical work. Also learn about water pressure by building a water tower, communicating vessels, and a water fountain. Your child will have a great time constructing a hydroelectric power station to generate electricity and light an LED. Discover about where the energy in ocean waves, tides, and rivers comes from, and find out how we can generate electricity from them. The Hydropower Kit by Thames & Kosmos has a full-color, 32-page experiment manual that offers illustrated instructions and scientific information. Ages 8 and up.By Thames & Kosmos
The 78-piece Superstructs On the Go! construction set pioneers new techniques to create with the Superstructs building system. This exciting set includes pieces for a pilot/driver character and illustrated plans to build a cool super sonic jet, formula one style Read more…
Crazy Cranking Construction. Superstructs Wacky Machines by Waba Fun is a 175 piece building set. Superstructs Wacky Machines by Waba Fun includes 12 large gears and plans to build 7 wacky models. Step by step plans illustrate how to create a cozy clock, geared-down Ferris wheel, a thumping whatch-ma-call-it, a car that drills, and 3 more fun contraptions. Build, build, build with Superstructs Wacky Machines by Waba Fun. Set makes: Crazy Clock, Ferris Wheel, Driller Car, Thumping Whatcha-ma-call-it, Lawn Mower, 3-Wheeled Car or Crane with Gears.Awards Won: Toy of the Year – Creative Child MagazineAges 5 and UpBy Waba Fun
Children with interest in construction won’t be able to resist immersing themselves into the act of building with the Master Carpenter by Educo. Children will be able to take apart and build over and over with this stunning workbench. The simple design with a hutch to hold tools, side pockets for hardware and even a tool belt are certain to offer an understanding of how tools can be used to build as well as developing simple mechanics for your child! Constructed of quality craftsmanship from Baltic Birch plywood and hardwood encourages creative play. Measures 24.41″ x 13″ x 30.6″.***Oversize Shipping Charges Apply***Ages 3 and up.By Educo
Magz Solarian Ultimate Builder Kit is a unique powered construction building system that uses real solar power to bring your structures to life. No batteries required! Solarian is equipped with real tools, nuts and bolts that will help improve your building skills. Solarian includes a complete set of instructions for several builds that will roll, spin, twirl and twist away or create your own vehice! Use the unique solar panel & motor to activate each build’s unique function.This set comes with instructions to build 6 models. Build each structure and power them under the sun or a 60 watt light bulb & watch them twist, roll & spin away. Use your creativity to come up with your own design. 538 pieces (builds 6 different models).Ages 7 and up.by Mindscope Products
Magz Solarian Demolition Cruisers Kit is a unique powered construction building system that uses real solar power to bring your structures to life. No Battereies required! Solarian is equipped with real tools, nuts a nd bolts that will help improve your building skills. Solarian includes a complete set of instructions for several builds that will roll, spin, twirl and twist away or create your own vehice! Use the unique solar panel & motor to activate each build’s unique function. This set comes with instructions to build 2 models. Build each structure and power them under the sun or a 60 watt light bulb, watch them twist & spin away. Use your creativity to come up with your own design. 113 pieces (builds a harvester & an earth drill).Ages 7 and up.by Mindscope Products
Magz Solarian Air Force Kit is a unique powered construction building system that uses real solar power to bring your structures to life. No batteries required! Solarian is equipped with real tools, nuts a nd bolts that will help improve your building skills. Solarian includes a complete set of instructions for several builds that will roll, spin, twilr and twist away or create your own vehice! Use the unique solar panel & motor to activate each build’s unique function. This set comes with instructions to build 2 models. Build each structure and power them under the sun or a 60 watt light bulb, watch them twist & spin away. Use your creativity to come up with your own design. 128 pieces (builds a helicopter & a plane).Ages 7 and up.by Mindscope Products