BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION TOYS
Imagination and creativity are two vital aspects of development that can be ignored with other types of activities such as TV watching or video games. Building and construction sets can provide outlets for the expression of imagination and skill development.
Straws & Connectors
Take a trip in your imagination with Straws and Connectors. Build a boat, design a rocket, create a raft or construct a fort. Children can work alone, in pairs, in groups and with parents to design and build whatever they can imagine. The ingenious design is intuitively easy to use. The straws are flexible; the connectors can join 6 straws together at 90º angles. Cut the straws for even more design flexibility. Available in four different sets, all for ages 4+. $16.95-$44.95, NEW sculture set includes cover sheet great for making forts $29.95!
Bloco
Bloco is one of a kind construction toy that uses high density foam designed in unique shapes with specialized plastic connectors. Pieces link together and rotate at any angle. You can build easy flat models or stack the pieces to create fantastic 3D creatures. Made in Canada these sets are for anyone 4+ with larger sets selling for $29.95.
Lego
Lego products continue to have a broad appeal among boys and girls. New for January and now in stock: Ninjago, Star Wars, Hero Factory, Creator, Technic and City sets. And brand new series include: Super Heroes and Dino!!!
Laser Pegs
Laser Pegs are exclusive to Canada and are the world's first lighted construction set. Simply connect a Laser Peg to the power source and begin building amazing lighted creations. You can design and build anything you can imagine with Laser Pegs. They are a unique building system turned off, but turn them on and be dazzled as your creations become glowing, multi-coloured masterpieces! Kits start at $27.95 and go up to $99.95.
Meccano
Meccano is a name that brings back many memories for all generations. Recognizable as a classic construction system. Kids Play 2+, Build & Play 4+, Multi models & design 8+ Prices range from $10.95+
K'Nex
Made in the USA KNEX has been a long time favourite from buckets filled with hundreds of pieces, to super structures. KNEX has something for everyone from Sesame Street 2+ to a 4 foot tall thrill ride 9+ and Mario Cart inbetween. Prices range from $9.99 +
