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.
Learning through Play is often understated. Play keeps the subtle learning going. Construction play touches on so many different developmental attributes. Playstix, Clipstix and LinkaBLOX all reinforce fine motor development, spatial relationships, physical science, critical thinking skills, visual discrimination, vocabulary, and language development, and so much more! Who knew you could learn so much while having so much fun!
Playstix 150 Piece Set
Item: 90000
Age: 4+
Price: $32.99
This annual Best Seller is a child’s favorite as an introduction to the captivating world of Playstix®! This 150-piece set of Playstix allows you to build a wide variety of models right out of the box without the need for any additional or specialized parts. The included idea booklet illustrates fun projects to build from a table and chairs to a two-story cabin.
Playstix 211 Piece Set
Item: 90001
Age: 4+
Price: $54.99
More pieces, More Fun! Playstix® Deluxe includes more Playstix® pieces, wheels, a molded building base designed to make stacking and transporting your creations easier, and a BIG idea booklet with loads of models to build!
Playstix 80 Piece Starter Set
Item: 90002
Age: 4+
Price: $19.99
Are you looking for a smaller set to begin your journey into the world of Playstix®? If so, this set provides 80 pieces, including wheels and an idea booklet. Build something as simple as a chair or as complex as a race car. Simply stack one piece on another or use the unique snap and lock process, which holds everything in place.
Playstix 68 Piece Flexible Set
Item: 90003
Age: 4+
Price: $21.99
Flexible Playstix® adds a whole new dimension to the Playstix® experience! These special Playstix® can be bent or twisted into all sorts of positions. When used alone or combined with original Playstix® you will be able to build things could only imagine before. With the included snap on heads, create crazy creatures and pose them how you like.
Playstix 400 Piece SUPER Set
Item: 90004
Age: 4+
Price: $94.99
You asked for it! Introducing PLAYSTIX SUPER SET - it includes enough pieces to build larger models and our new crazy creatures. You get 400 pieces, including wheels, propellers, FLEXIBLE PLAYSTIX, molded snap-on heads and feet, and an oversized IDEA BOOK. And to help you store and carry your PLAYSTIX SUPER SET, we've included a plastic storage box with a handy handle!
Playstix 141 Piece Master Set
Item: 90006
Age: 4+
Price: $32.99
It’s no secret that today’s children demand more realism in their playthings. This can be a challenge for construction toys whose finished models might not live up to those expectations. Enter Playstix® Master Set for those builders who expect more! We’ve added 20 new detailed pieces including an engine, bumpers, wings, racing seat, real rubber tires and tracks, bulldozer bucket, rotating steering wheel and propeller, radar unit, and laser gun all designed to make the models more enjoyable to look at and more fun to play with!
Playstix 120 or 130? Piece Vehicle Set
Item: 90010
Age: 4+
Price: $27.99
Are you ready to build a Motorcycle, Race Car, Truck, Train or Airplane? The selection of pieces included in this set were selected specifically for building vehicles. The Idea Booklet provides some great examples of vehicles you can make. Vehicles can be built by stacking one piece on top of the other or by using the unique “Snap and Lock” feature, which locks and holds everything in place.
Playstix 80 Piece JUMBO Set
Item: 90020
Age: 4+
Price: $109.99
Welcome to Jumbo Playstix®! That’s right, Jumbo! Just like the original Playstix® only bigger! You get 80 jumbo pieces including 4 jumbo tires, an instruction booklet and 10 double-sided idea cards showing 20 models to build. Take you construction and models projects to a new level with Jumbo Playstix®!
Playstix 105 Piece Translucent Set
Item: 90015
Age: 4+
Price: $27.99
Playstix Light Board
Item: 90035
Age: 4+
Price: $19.99
Translucent Playstix® allows you to build the ordinary while inspiring you to create the extraordinary! The jewel-like colors reflect light and will add real sparkle to anything you build. They may be combined with both regular and flexible Playstix® for a completely new look!
Turn your translucent Playstix® model into a decorative nightlight, TV lamp or mood light with the Playstix® Lightboard. Just plug it in to any USB power source and enjoy a dazzling array of colors!