11 Best Construction Toys For Kids

K'NEX Click & Construct Building Set  ‍

If you're looking for a toy that will provide endless hours of fun while developing your child's cognitive and physical abilities, this construction set from K'NEX is the one for you. This set includes 522 colourful rods and connectors that snap together with a satisfying 'click'. With so many pieces, your child can create whatever they can imagine, by themselves and also with friends. For children who need more structure, K'NEX also provides 35 building ideas with step-by-step instructions.  some of the best toys. Construction-mad

Vatos Building Toys ‍

This set is fun, educational and includes 552 pieces, giving your child the option of building multiple items at once without having to take them apart. This set includes a hand screw, electric screwdriver (battery required) and wrench that will develop your child's problem solving skills while making them feel like a truly accomplished builder. This toy is great for groups as the number of pieces and tools means everyone will have a task to keep them busy when building as a team.

Learning Resources City Engineering And Design Building Set‍

This building toy from Learning Resources is perfect for a wide range of ages and a great way to engage your little builder in educational play. The 80 piece set includes an activity guide with 10 engineering activity cards and questions that will challenge your child and help to develop their critical thinking and teamwork skills.

FabriKid Construction Kit

This awesome kit from FabriKid is a great way to make your child feel like a bona fide builder while developing their fine motor skills. The kit includes wood-like material and tools to give your child the chance to hammer, nail and saw for real. This kit also includes building blueprints that will help develop your child's critical thinking and problem solving skills.

LEGO 10698 Classic

Although there are many new options on the market, it would not be right to make this list without including the age old favourite, Lego blocks. Including 790 Lego pieces in 33 colours, these building toys are a family favourite and sure to provide endless fun.  The set includes windows, doors, frames, wheels and much more. Your child will be able to build anything they can dream up and you'll definitely have fun building alongside them.

Limmys Magnetic Building Blocks ‍

This building set from Limmys includes 74 magnetic building blocks that are durable, colourful and can be made into a large range of 2D and 3D objects. The ideas booklet will guide your child in building a number of great structures and keep them busy and engaged while developing their critical thinking, creativity and mathematical skills.

Top Race 7 Channel Full Functional RC Excavator

This life-like excavator comes ready to use and gives your child full control, moving in all directions and rotating 360 degrees. Its durable wheels make it capable of going off-road and its large scoop, coupled with sound effects and lights, will give your child the chance to really dig some dirt as they drive this toy around your garden.

Learning Resources Design & Drill Center‍

This design and drill center gives children the opportunity to develop their fine motor skills by using the spanner and bolts to put together the included activity boards.  The kit includes four activity boards and 30 bolts which make life-like ratcheting sounds that will have your child feeling like a real builder.

Vatos City Construction Excavator Set ‍

As far as building toys go, Vatos' City Construction Excavator is the real deal when it comes to life-like machines. Your child will feel like they are part of a real building project as they work to bring this building toy to life.  With 513 pieces, the set encourages team work, teaches your child critical thinking and gives them the confidence to complete any task they put their mind to.

Tu Kids' Construction Worker Costume‍

This construction costume is a great option for the budget conscious parent who wants their child to really feel like  a builder. Fit with a hammer, saw, hard-hat and a high-vis vest, your child can let their imagination run wild as they help fix all the cracks and leaks they lay their eyes upon.

CAT Construction Build Your Own Junior Crew Bulldozer

This toy is an affordable buy and includes everything your little one needs to design and make their very own Caterpillar CAT Bulldozer. The set includes a screwdriver to develop your child's fine-motor skills and make them feel the part as they make their own custom vehicle.  An action figure is also included so that once the Bulldozer is complete, your child can bring the construction site to life.  

Kidadl Best Buys selects the top parent-recommended products across the web for families of all ages. If you liked our suggestions for construction toys and are looking for more ideas to keep your little one entertained, why not take a look at our favourite robot toys or our list of great coding books for kids?