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How to Build a Lego Trebuchet

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A trebuchet is a siege weapon based on the physics and construction of a large lever. It was the weapon of choice by many in medieval days because it was efficient, accurate, stable and simple to build. There are basic steps you need to follow ... more »

How to Buy Erector Sets

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For the kid who has graduated from Legos, an erector set makes good sense. The first set was patented in 1901. Since then, kits ranging from cars to carousels have been released... more »

How to Make a Lego Movie Set

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When you're making a Lego movie, a carefully designed set can really enhance the scenes. Pay close attention to the details and the overall movie theme as you design your movie set... more »

How to Make Alphabet Blocks for Toddlers

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One of the simplest toys to make for a young toddler is simple wooden blocks. Not only will the child get hours of enjoyment from stacking and knocking them down, the parent will have peace of mind knowing that the toy is safe and non-toxic. ... more »

How to Build With Lego

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For generations, Lego brand building blocks have been one of the most popular childhood toys for boys and girls alike. The things you can do with Lego blocks are limited only by your imagination. Children can build ships, cars, animals and scenes ... more »

How to Buy Lego Technic Toys

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The original Lego Technic set was called the Expert Builder Set. First introduced in 1977, 107 different sets have been released. Here are some of the current ones, made for all ability levels... more »

How to Have Fun with Modeling Clay

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Working and playing with clay can be fun for children and adults. You can use the same clay over and over or create fun pieces that will air dry and can be kept forever... more »

How to Build a Lego Airplane

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Foster creativity in your child by building with Legos. The possibilities with Legos are endless. Below are some instructions on building a very simple airplane using basic Lego pieces. Once this is mastered, try adding different details and ... more »

How to Build a Lego Boat

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Legos, those humble plastic blocks, can be the building blocks of anything and everything in imagination. Would you like to get started? Build a Lego boat, then let your creative juices run... more »

How to Build a Lego Castle

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Lego castles are among the most popular Lego sets available. The retired Black Falcon's Fortress Lego castle is one of the most popular Lego sets of all time. Young Lego enthusiasts and those young-at-heart enjoy creating and building Lego ... more »

How to Build a Lego Robot

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Legos are a classic toy for children that encourage creative thinking and help children to learn basic construction skills. Those colorful blocks are a wonderful way to access your own inner child, no matter what your age. Many people can recall ... more »

How to Buy Lego Duplo Toys

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Lego Dacta (the creator of Duplo toys) was formed as a separate division of Lego in 1980 to design hands-on, educational toys for boys and girls... more »

How to Site a Play Structure

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Play structures can make your child's play area the best place in town. Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing its location... more »

How to Build a Lego Chainsaw

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If you love building things with Legos, you'll love this project: building a chainsaw out of Legos (and a few other things). Your paper and broccoli will never be safe again. Read this eHow and get sawing... more »

How to Build a Lego Helicopter

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Legos are so much fun, and the options seem to be limitless since you can use compatible pieces from different sets. One of the more fun transportation toys to build is a helicopter. You can buy Lego System kit 6554 or build one from other Legos ... more »

How to Build a Lego Spaceship

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Legos are a toy with play value that is limited only by the number of pieces you have and your own imagination. Adults have as much fun building things from Legos as children do, building large, complex models or combining Legos with other items ... more »

How to Build a Lego Tower

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Building a Lego tower is a lot of fun because you can be very creative with it. Each level is composed of several rows of the same sized Lego bricks. The largest bricks are on the bottom with each level getting smaller as you go up... more »

How to Build With K'NEX

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K'NEX toy blocks can be used to build everything from buildings and vehicles to rides. While K'NEX provide fun for children and adults, they also provide some serious benefits. K'NEX are ideal for developmental play: While children build towers ... more »

How to Build With Magformers

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Magformers are toys that allow boys and girls to design and build things in three dimensions. Magformers are made up of individual plastic squares and triangles that contain embedded magnets. The interlocking magnetic pieces enable kids and ... more »

How to Buy Building Blocks

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Blocks are typically one of a child's first toys - and with a little strategic thinking, they can remain a favorite and challenging toy for years... more »

How to Make a Lego Rubber Band Gun

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From big and bulky pieces to small and specific, Legos have created innovations from Bionicle robots to the Legoland theme parks. These linking blocks have even inspired artist Nathan Sawaya to craft his creations completely with Lego blocks. ... more »

How to Build a Lego Catapult

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Lego projects are great for adults and children alike and setting out to build a Lego catapult is a great way to put your imagination to work. Legos are inexpensive, readily available and can be used to create any size and shape catapult you wish ... more »

How to Build With Anchor Stones

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Anchor Stones have been among the most beloved building block toy sets available for over 100 years. Today's Anchor Stones sets are loving reproductions of the originals, even down to the reproduction packaging. Anchor Stones, as the name ... more »

How to Build With Frontier Logs

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Frontier Logs are classic building-block toys made of wood that encourage children to design and build. They are great for very young kids--even those under three years of age--and they are considered an educational tool that helps kids increase ... more »

How to Build With Imagibrick

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If you're looking for a fun play set for very young children, consider Imagibrick. Imagibrick building sets are lightweight and safe, and they are geared toward kids as young as 18 months. Imagibricks are used to build towers and other structures ... more »

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