Many of today’s Engineers played with construction sets when they were children. Learning to follow instructions or schematics, the desire to build is strong in many children today. The STEM supporting Playstix, Clipstix, and LinkaBLOX all provide the structure of following the included project instructions and the creativity of open-ended, independent play.

Construction projects are endless with each different construction series! Children can create cars, trucks, planes, buildings, bridges, animals, people, abstracts, and more. The piece counts vary by set, ranging from 25 pieces to 400. Some sets include model engines, steering wheels, rubber wheels, wings and propellers, treads, and a front loader. There’s also a JUMBO set. Let’s get started!

Our Best Selling Playstix offers 17 different sets to choose from! For the youngest builder, the notched plastic rods are easily stacked. This makes the simplest projects ones to be proud of while establishing a foundation of things to come. For older builders, there is a way to create a compression snap and lock of the rods. This will allow for the construction of models that can be saved for play and display. The color-coded rods vary in length and provide versatility when building.

Playstix is one of the most versatile construction products available on the market! Every set in the series extends the play value. There are flexible pieces that can give a finished project a very different look. Translucent pieces can be included as a feature in another project. Want to build a car or truck, add the driver’s seat, steering wheel and tires or treads. Every set listed will provide a parts list, so you know exactly what you’re getting.

Building with Playstix is quite simple. Here are the basic steps for stacking along with the more advanced snap and lock process.

Clipstix is an extension of Playstix and comes with little snap on clips that hold the models together, eliminating the need to make the first snap and lock compression fit. The original set has 100 pieces, and the deluxe set has 150 pieces. Beyond the clips, both sets include wheels, vehicle parts and Idea Booklets. Building just got easier!

Constructing with Clipstix is a breeze. Take a quick look at how easy it is to place the clips in place while build a model.

With LinkaBLOX, building is a Snap and provides hours of play for young and old alike! This STEM supporting construction set allows for two and three-dimensional building. Two sets are available, a 60-piece set, and a 126-piece set that includes wheels. The pieces are virtually unbreakable, easily pop together and snap apart when you like.

Creativity and independent play abound make LinkaBLOX perfect for young children! The bright, primary colors add visual appeal to finished projects. Animals, buildings, vehicles and more. Each set includes an extensive activity guide with model suggestions to help spark a child’s imagination!

Building with LinkaBLOX really is a Snap!
See how simple it is at put these pieces together.