Build Your Own Flying Machine
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Create your own flying machine with this fun building kit.
E-flite Propeller: Soar Into Learning!
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E-flite Propeller 8. 25 x 5. 5 EFLP82555 is not just a replacement part; it’s a gateway to hands-on learning and creativity. 8+ years
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E-flite Propeller brings hands-on creativity with model airplanes, turning playtime into a fun flight school for exploring engineering and the wonders of flight.
Build Your Own Gravity-Powered Roller Coaster!
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CDX Blocks: Little Dipper is an amazing way for kids to dive into the world of physics and engineering while having an absolute blast! With 324 pieces, this building brick set encourages creativity as little builders construct their own roller coaster model. Designed by a real roller coaster engineer, it combines fun with invaluable STEM learning—helping children grasp the concepts of gravity, mechanics, and problem-solving. 8+ years
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Build Your Own Gravity-Powered Roller Coaster! encourages hands-on learning with 324 pieces, letting kids unravel the exciting mechanics of roller coasters while crafting their own thrilling rides.
Explore Aviation with E-flite Propeller!
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E-flite 3-Blade Propeller 9 x 7. 5 is not just an essential replacement part for your child’s model airplane; it’s a gateway to understanding the principles of flight and aerodynamics! As young builders learn to assemble and troubleshoot their aircraft, they'll enhance problem-solving skills and gain a hands-on understanding of physics. 8+ years
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Explore Aviation with E-flite Propeller! teaches kids about aerodynamics while they assemble and troubleshoot their model airplanes, making learning feel like a high-flying adventure.
Build the Daron Skymarks 747-400F Dream!
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Daron Skymarks Ups 747-400F Airplane Model Building Kit with Gear is not just a delightful model for your little aviation enthusiast; it's an engaging way to learn about engineering and teamwork! Building this highly detailed model fosters fine motor skills and critical thinking as children figure out how each piece fits together. Plus, with a size that measures 14 inches long, it becomes a great display piece, sparking conversations about airplanes and flight. 8+ years
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Build the Daron Skymarks 747-400F Dream! offers a 14-inch model that turns aviation dreams into a hands-on engineering challenge, perfect for igniting curiosity about flight.
Build and Fly with Aeronca Champion
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Guillow's Aeronca Champion Balsa Model Airplane Model Kit is a delightful way to inspire creativity and critical thinking in our young builders! With its precision laser-cut balsa parts and a generous wingspan of 24 inches, children can learn valuable skills like spatial awareness and problem-solving as they construct their very own airplane. Not only can they enjoy the rewarding experience of flying it with the included rubber power motor, but they also have the option to convert it for electric or gas engines, offering open-ended exploration in engineering principles. 8+ years
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Build and Fly with Aeronca Champion comes with precision laser-cut balsa parts, allowing kids to experience the joy of aviation while developing essential engineering skills.
Engino QBOIDZ Airplane: Build and Explore!
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Engino QBOIDZ Airplane is the perfect introduction to hands-on learning for our little builders! With 61 colorful pieces, children can create five different airplane models, enhancing their spatial awareness and fine motor skills as they engage in quiet, focused play. We love that it promotes STEM education through imaginative construction, ensuring that kids not only have fun but also develop essential skills like creativity and problem-solving. 3+ years
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Engino QBOIDZ Airplane includes 61 colorful pieces that inspire little builders to not only construct planes but also spark endless creativity and problem-solving adventures.
Soar with Paper Flying Dragons
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Paper Flying Dragons is an enchanting activity kit that sparks creativity and learning in children ages 8 and up. As we delve into the world of dragon-making, our little ones will not only enjoy crafting vibrant, colorful paper dragons but also develop vital skills like fine motor coordination and spatial awareness. The included 48-page instructional book is filled with Klutz certified crystal-clear instructions and delightful dragon facts that make learning fun and engaging. 8+ years
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Soar with Paper Flying Dragons includes a 48-page instructional book packed with delightful dragon facts, making it a magical way to blend crafting with learning about flight mechanics.
Build and Fly the Academy F/A-18C!
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Academy F/A-18C Chippy Ho! 2009 Airplane Model Building Kit is an exciting gateway to hands-on learning that pairs creativity with engineering. As we dive into this detailed 1/72nd scale model, we inspire our kids to explore the fascinating world of aviation while developing fine motor skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities. 8+ years
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Build and Fly the Academy F/A-18C! features options to adjust stabilators and customize paint, turning aspiring aviators into hands-on engineers brimming with creativity.