Building and construction sets are both fun and educational. Here are a few highly recommended old favorites and exciting new brands to choose from.

lego duplo

Duplo LEGO

Ages: 18 months – 5 years
Rating: 5 stars

glowing chemistry kit

LEGO

Ages: 5 – 12 years
Rating: 5 stars

lego mindstorms

Lego Mindstorms

Ages: 10 to adult
Rating:4 1/2 stars

K'NEX

K'NEX

Ages: 5 – 15 years
Rating:4 1/2 stars

Magna-Tiles

Magna-Tiles

Ages: 3 years and up
Rating: 5 stars

building blocks

Building Blocks

Ages: 1 year and up
Rating: 4 1/2 stars