10 Best Bridge Direct Building Sets
for December 2023

The K’NEX – 35 Model Building Set – 480 Pieces – For Ages 7+ Construction Education Toy is a toy ideal for kids ages 7 and above. This building set allows kids to create models like cars, planes, helicopters, and auto parts. It comes with 480 pieces, 35 models, and 400+ KNEX building instructions. This building set allows kids to create models that move. Kids can construct their own buildings, amusement park rides, and bridges. Parents also love how this building set helps kids develop their motor skills. Parents also love that this building set uses real KNEX parts, no cheap plastic pieces. This building set lets builders create different models that actually move. This building set is made of plastic, so parents don't have to worry about their kids getting hurt when playing with this toy. This toy is ideal for kids ages 7 and above.

The Jasonwell magnetic tiles set was among our five favorites in this roundup, thanks to its sharp, bright colors, large number of pieces, and strong magnets. The set features 65 tiles in a variety of shapes (triangles, squares, diamonds, and rectangular prisms), along with six magnets and an instruction booklet. The tiles are bright and colorful and made of clear, durable ABS plastic. The magnets are strong enough to hold together the tiles, and the magnetic force is strong enough to hold each tile in place. The tiles are also strong enough to be stacked, though we did not do so for fear that the magnets would loosen and fall off. The tiles are designed to be stacked, but we found that they stick together best when placed individually on flat, stable surfaces. The tiles also hold up to repeated handling, and they remain stable when picked up. The tiles are sized to fit most hands, and we found that the tiles were easy to grasp and manipulate. The magnets are strong enough to hold tiles together, but not so strong that they hurt or scratch when picked up. The set is relatively inexpensive, and it comes with enough tiles to build three or four different shapes. The tiles are bright and colorful, and the set is small enough to fit in a diaper bag or backpack. The tiles and the magnets are durable, and the set is easy to clean. The set has an easy-open lid, which is convenient for storing the tiles and magnets together. The instruction booklet is in English, but it's light on ideas (the booklet includes a description of the tiles and magnets, as well as a few sample designs), so it's great for building-blocks fans, but not so great for parents who want to encourage their kids' creativity.

The Kidpal Erector Set is one of the most versatile robot building kits we've seen, and it's one of the best toys for 6-year-olds we've seen. It comes with 35 different pieces (plus a few extras), and you can build 35 different models. The set comes with no instructions, but the manual is in the box, and it's simple enough to understand (although it does contain a reference to a 5-year-old building set, so it's geared more toward 6-12-year-olds.) The set is solidly built, and all the pieces are size-compatible with other brick sets, so it's compatible with other sets that you already have. The toys for 6-year-olds we received were well-made, and the plastic is durable and the pieces are solid. The set comes with 35 pieces, but it's missing a few pieces (the brick pieces are a bit small), and two of the pieces (the battery box and the drill) are broken. The Kidpal Erector Set costs more than some comparable sets, but we think it's worth it, considering the versatility and the large amount of pieces that it comes with.

The Kidpal Construction Engineering Excavator Kit is an outstanding construction toy that encourages STEM learning in kids. In addition to being fun to build, the kit also helps build your child's hand-eye coordination, critical thinking skills, and inspires creativity. The kit includes clear, detailed, step-by-step instructions for building one of the kit's 2 models, a toy excavator and a truck, so kids can learn by doing. The toy excavator and truck sets are a terrific addition to any playroom, and will make for hours of fun. The instructions are easy to follow, and building the toy excavator and truck is a lot of fun. The set comes with enough parts to build both models, and kids can also build their own designs with the 342 pieces. The toy excavator and truck are also easy to dismantle, so kids can rebuild their designs or use them to create different vehicles as they discover new parts. The toy excavator and truck sets are great value at $44.99.

These fun and colorful building blocks for kids are a fun and interactive way for preschoolers to learn through play. The blocks are high quality, durable, and brightly colored so kids can build anything they want, whether it's a car, house, or spaceship. They have a fun, original shape that makes it easier to snap them together, and they're compatible with other toys in our collection. The blocks are moderately difficult for young children to build, but they're also easy for adults to build. They're also great for encouraging children's creativity, and because each block can be connected to another, kids can create complex structures. The set comes with 200 pieces, which is more than enough for even the largest of build projects. Our only complaint is that they don't come with any instructions, but we found the online instructions for building different animals, plants, and cars to be very helpful. These blocks are well-designed and recommended for toddlers through early elementary school age.

Shopkins Kinstructions Fashion Boutique is a fun way to build and accessorize your Shopkins figures. The set comes in a bright pink and purple box with a handle, making it easy to transport. The included figures are three Build a Shopkins figures, and two Build-a-Fashion sets, all stored in a large purple carrying case. The figures and accessories are made of sturdy plastic, and all the pieces are nicely detailed, with bright colors and markings. The Build a Shopkins figures include two figures with accessories, and Build-a-Fashion sets include five pieces and a set of six acrylic nails. The Build-a-Shopkins figures are a bit small, so it's faster to build individual figures instead of combining them, but it's a challenge. The Build-a-Fashion sets also take longer to build than the Build a Shopkins figures, but include more pieces. The nails are fun to use, but sharp, so be careful with them. The included accessories are adorable, but small, so they're best for collecting and displaying. It’s best to use nails with longer tips, since they fit better in the holes of the figures. The set is a lot of fun for Shopkins fans, and it's fun to build and decorate the figures and accessories.

The Engino Discovering Stem set is a wonderfully creative way to study levers, linkages, and structures. The set comes with seven pages of theory and facts, a 4-page quiz, and 16 pages of step-by-step instructions for building 16 models. The set is a great way for younger kids to learn how levers work, and it's also fun for adults to play with, too. The 16 models are really ingenious, and you can build all of them using the included parts. The instructions are easy to follow, and the models are quite sturdy. In fact, they were so much fun to build that my daughter and I didn't finish them until after supper, when we finally realized we were getting hungry. We also found that the set was a great way to teach my daughter about different types of levers, and she's already starting to come up with new uses for levers around the house. The set also includes a 3D viewer, which allows you to view and interact with the models online, so it's a great way to explore these complex concepts.

The Tomons 12-in-1 Solar Robot Kit is an excellent STEM toy for 10-12 year olds. The kit comes with 12 different building robots, and 12 different parts with which to build them. The robots include a robot that rolls, a robot that can float, a robot that can crawl, a robot that jumps (which my daughter especially enjoyed), a robot that climbs a wall, a robot that can be controlled with a smartphone, and 3 other robots. The robots are easy to assemble, and they move very smoothly. The robots also run on solar power, which is a nice feature. However, the robots will not run on battery power, which are necessary for some of the robots to function. For this reason, the robots need to be purchased with a solar power panel. The robots run on solar energy, and batteries are required for some robots.

The idoot magnetic tiles set is a fun way for kids to learn and play. The set has a variety of different shapes, which can be assembled in a fun variety of ways. The pieces are magnetic, so kids can build anything they want. The magnets are strong, so kids can build complex structures without worrying about the pieces falling apart. The pieces also snap together easily, so there's no worrying about the pieces falling out. The pieces all have a recessed area, so there's plenty of surface area for magnets to attach to. Kids also can use the pieces as building blocks, so they're working on physical skills as well. The pieces snap together easily, so kids can build anything they want. The pieces all have a recessed area, so there's plenty of surface area for magnets to attach to. However, the magnets aren't very strong, so kids can't build anything super complex without help. The set doesn't include any instructions, so kids will have to figure it out on their own.

The LEGO Ideas Disney Winnie the Pooh 21326 Building and Display Model for Adults is a lot of fun to build, and it's a real hit with young kids. It's packed with characters, accessories, and details, and it's another fine addition to LEGO's Ideas line. It's a wonderful display model; it's the perfect size for a shelf or tabletop, and it looks great with the included accessories. The only drawback is the price: It's solidly constructed and well designed, but it isn't quite worth the price tag of $150, especially considering that the box doesn't say how much the set contains (it's actually listed as 1,265 pieces). The LEGO Ideas Disney Winnie the Pooh 21326 Building and Display Model for Adults is a great build, but we wish the price tag were lower.