Engineering

4 years & up. Develop social emotional and STEM skills in a collaborative, play-based environment with the IO Blocks® Center. This all-in-one table brings movement, simple machines and dramatic play to the original IO Blocks® friction-fit, construction toy platform. Combine gears, slides, IO people and standard IO Blocks® pieces to create limitless builds using problem solving, introductory architecture and budding STEM skills. Constructions are stabilized on the raised grid tabletop… More »

3 years & up. Children can experience Western-inspired architecture, indoors and outdoors, using the Notch Blocks Western set. Plastic, neutral-colored blocks feature notched parts that easily connect for strong, detailed builds. Using included ladders and bridge pieces, children can build different structures with varying elevated platforms and span natural elements. Set includes 10 double-sided build cards. Available in sets of 85 pieces or 129 pieces.

This model is composed of three pulleys mounted on a base with a string and hooks. It is made from sturdy wooden construction and is ideal for classroom use. The model shows how several pulleys work together to increase one's mechanical advantage. Includes an instruction manual. Made of particle board and wooden components. Measures 16.25"W x 6.5"H x 3.5"D.

Grades K & up. Children will love studying plant growth with this Sprout and Grow Window. The transparent window allows students to watch as the seeds germinate and grow into plants. Includes planter, soil, pea and bean seeds, and step-by-step guide.

3 years & up. Supplement the mathematical and social emotional activities of Block Science play with Block Science People. The rubberwood people are easily identified with over-molded mathematical symbols on soft plastic grips. Five additional Block Science children and three additional adult figures enhance group learning of key mathematical concepts, literacy and other social skills.

2 years & up. Increase the authenticity of your child's open-ended building experience with these weighted Little Pavers - 60 piece set. Children 2 and up will incorporate these hexagonal miniature pavers into unique architectural builds while stacking, creating patterns and using natural, loose parts. The matte surface texture supports indoor and outdoor play. Set includes 10 double-sided concept cards that serve as creative inspiration to further the hands-on buildling experience. Use with… More »

5 years & up. Get your motor running with real STEM learning! Discover the science of motion through scientific exploration with colorful, engaging tools and hands-on activities. Explore the science of "how things go" as you conduct investigations, solve problems, and explore early engineering. Features 10 double-sided Activity Cards covering all aspects of STEM, plus key science concepts of gravity, inertia, friction, push/pull, and more! Ladder measures 9.25"H, tracks measure… More »

3 years & up. This 19-piece magnetic building set by Panelcraft® comes in a rainbow of beautiful colors. Each square panel measures 9" x 9" and connects on the corners with an enclosed magnet. Make large structures, towers, play houses and more. Made from high-quality ABS plastic and 0.375" rare earth magnets sealed inside each piece.

18 months & up. Encourage children to become sound explorers, experimenting with different materials and actions-shaking, tapping, scraping, and crinkling-to create unique auditory experiences. This kit is filled with interesting, stimulating materials that will inspire children to make noise part of their play! Durable, easy-to-clean pieces can be used indoors or outdoors, allowing the global soundscape to be another play companion.

3 years & up. Take magnetic play to a whole new level with giant tiles. Children will use their whole bodies as they build, stack, imagine and make satisfying connections with this colorful set. Super-strong magnets are safely built into each piece, making builds ultra-durable. A specially-designed panel with a window hole encourages meaningful dramatic play opportunities, the possibility for creative games, and imagination. Set includes 24 pieces in various shapes and colors. Largest piece… More »

3 years & up. Encourage young engineers to investigate, solve problems, use critical thinking skills and independently make discoveries using this unique set of rich, open-ended materials. This interesting compilation of magnets, motors and building pieces will inspire builders to learn STEM principles while they integrate key learning skills and make impactful connections. Large set inspires individual discovery as well as team experimentation.

3 years & up. Children can experience a nature-inspired, tactile building experience indoors and outdoors with Big Branch Block Builders. Real branches in various lengths feature notched sides for perpendicularly stacked builds. Special parts create window frame and roof details. The unrefined wood and real branch material wears over time, revealing cause and effect behaviors and natural evolution to children. Authentic marks, spots and imperfections in the wood pieces provide a natural appearance… More »

3 years & up. This "waddle" of penguins will delight and inspire children into pre-coding fun! The Pre-coding Penguin Stones promote directional and positional language, matching practice, problem solving, pattern making, logical thinking, and sequencing skills. These durable stones are specifically designed to embed pre-coding skills through an appealing, tactile resource. Set features four of each directional arrow and two without arrows. The Pre-coding Penguin Activity Cards feature… More »

3 years & up. Prepare for some marble speed racing with this Do-It-Yourself block set! This Marble Run Race Track is made of wood and includes everything you need to create a one-of-a-kind marble track! Track includes a jump, bell-bucket, spiral funnel and a sliding track for your 20 marbles to get through. Build the towers and tracks, then send your marbles rolling down through all the trick, twists and surprises! Includes 81 pcs.

18 months & up. Make building a captivating experience with this collection of Click Builders. Young children can design an infinite number of structures, which will improve their fine-motor skills, creative-thinking skills, and problem-solving skills. The transparent colors will also teach children about color patterns-especially if they play with these builders on a light table. This set universally connects with other builders. Smallest block size is 1.25". 72 piece set.