Engineering Model Kits

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Learning Resources STEM Explorers Bridge Builders Classroom Set (LER9464) image 1
Item: 24608012
Model: LER9464

Put your class’s STEM skills to the ultimate engineering test! Students design, construct, and test their bridges and towers as they solve the STEM challenges found in the STEM Explorers Bridge Builders Classroom Set from Learning Resources. Inspired by the real-world structural engineering in our Toy of the Year nominee, this classroom STEM building toy’s STEM challenges help students learn the fundamental design principles of all kinds of bridges—use real-world techniques to build and test your own beam bridge, suspension bridge, and more! As they test and tweak their STEM kit creations, students will also hone the critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential to STEM success. Working together in small groups, students will also build the collaboration skills that help them in and out of class! Science. Technology. Engineering. Mathematics. STEM help us bring the future home today. That's why Learning Resources is dedicated to helping kids get an early start on these essential skills. From building sets grounded in the fundamentals of engineering to coding robots designed for kids as young as 4, our award-winning educational toys unlock the 21st-century STEM skills they need to succeed today and tomorrow. Made from durable, BPA-free plastic, our STEM toys for kids are ready for years of learning fun at home or in the classroom. We're Learning Resources, and learning is where we play. With nearly 40 years of experience, our family-owned company’s mission is founded on offering kids educational toys for infinite inspiration to succeed in school and beyond. From ABCs and 123s to fine motor and STEM, our award-winning educational toys help kids discover countless ways to develop a lifelong love of learning while they build new skills. In 2022, Learning Resources expanded this dedication to learning and enrichment with Brightkins, a line of interactive pet training tools and toys that help families discover bright ways for pets to play! Learn more about how we turn a childhood love of play into a lifelong love of learning with a visit to our brand store today..Solve STEM Challenges: Students design, construct, and test their own bridges and towers as they solve this STEM building toy’s STEM challenges!.Inspired By Real-World Engineering: From suspension bridges to beam bridges and every structure in between, this STEM kit’s challenges introduce students to the principles of structural engineering..Build Critical Thinking Skills: As they test and tweak their designs, students will also use this STEM building toy to build essential critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Price is  $80.99
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LEGO Technic McLaren P1, 3893 Pieces (42172) image 1
Item: 24642252
Model: 42172

Build your own hypercar with this 1:8 scale LEGO Technic McLaren P1 model building kit for adults. Our most advanced LEGO Technic Ultimate set yet..LEGO Technic race car set for adults; This McLaren P1 building set for adults is packed with authentic details and can be built to make a 1:8 scale model collectible for supercar fans.Build the V8 piston engine and more; Enjoy a mindful project assembling all the details like the 7-speed gearbox with shifter drum, opening doors, adjustable rear wing and V8 piston engine.A 1:8 scale model car to display; From the unboxing experience to the building project, this adult building kit delivers a rewarding challenge for LEGO Technic fans.Unique serial number tile; Like the real-world car, the LEGO Technic version features its own unique serial number, giving you access to exclusive online content.A gift for car-lovers; This set makes a gift for adult LEGO builders, supercar enthusiasts and McLaren fans, offering a creative project and a display piece to cherish.3D building instructions; Get ready to build like never before with the LEGO Builder app, where you can save sets, track your progress, zoom in and rotate your model in 3D.Measurements; 3,893-piece set with a model car measuring over 5.5 in. (14 cm) high, 23 in. (59 cm) long and 9.5 in. (25 cm) wide.Build your own race car

Price is  $519.99
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LEGO Technic Lunar Outpost Moon Rover Space Vehicle Set STEM Toy, 1082 Pieces (42211) image 1
Item: 24646804
Model: 42211

Get ready for an epic space adventure as you explore the Moon! This Lunar Outpost Moon rover set features an all-terrain rover with rocker suspension, 4-wheel steering, solar panels and a rotating arm. Use the smaller mining rover to collect regolith (lunar rock) samples to store in the container. Then send out the MAPP rover to discover and create more stories about the Moon and its secrets..Space toy for kids aged 10 and up; Inspire kids to learn more about the Moon as they create fun adventures with the LEGO Technic Lunar Outpost Moon Rover Space Vehicle for boys and girls.Multiple vehicles and functions; Includes an all-terrain Moon rover with rocker suspension, 4-wheel steering and deployable solar panels, plus a smaller mining rover, sample container and MAPP rover.Working functions; Use the rotating arm to lift the mining rover and the sample container from the main rover ready to search for Moon rocks.Collect Moon rocks; Use the mining rovers dynamic scoop to grab the Moon rock elements and store them inside the sample container.A gift for space enthusiasts; This set makes a fun gift for boys and girls who enjoy science kits and robot toys or anyone with a passion for space travel and lunar exploration.A fun way to build; The LEGO Builder app guides kids on an intuitive building adventure, letting them save sets, track progress and zoom in and rotate models in 3D while they build.An introduction to engineering; LEGO Technic buildable model sets feature realistic movement and mechanisms to introduce young LEGO builders to the universe of engineering.Measurements; A 1,082-piece set with a main Moon rover space vehicle measuring over 5 in. (13 cm) high, 12 in. (31 cm) long and 7.5 in. (19 cm) wide.A STEM building kit with Moon rover, mining rover and MAPP rover

Price is  $94.29
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LEGO Technic Monster Jam DIGatron Pull-Back, 218 Pieces (42199) image 1
Item: 24642280
Model: 42199

This truck toy for kids includes a buildable LEGO Technic Monster Jam DIGatron model with cool pull-back action for creative play..Truck toy for kids aged 7 and up; LEGO Technic Monster Jam DIGatron Pull-Back truck for girls and boys who love monster truck toys and pull-back toy cars.Kids truck with pull-back action; Pull the toy vehicle back and then release it to send it speeding in true Monster Jam style and recreate arena-style tricks and stunts.Functions to build and explore; This LEGO vehicle toy features authentic details, like the shovel and grabber, plus realistic tires inspired by the real Monster Jam DIGatron.A Monster Jam toy for kids who love to build and play; This set makes a fun everyday treat for kids who love to build and explore vehicle models.A great gift for kids; This set makes a fun gift idea for boys and girls who love motorsport toys and exciting car toys.An introduction to engineering; LEGO Technic buildable model sets feature realistic movement and mechanisms to introduce young LEGO builders to the universe of engineering.Measurements; A 218-piece set with a model measuring over 4 in. (10 cm) high, 7.5 in. (19 cm) long and 4 in. (11 cm) wide.A fun truck toy for kids and Monster Jam fans

Price is  $40.99
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Learning Resources STEM Explorers Motioneering (LER9308) image 1
Item: 24643384
Model: LER9308

Build your own catapult, trebuchet, and windmill, then make ’em move! Learn early STEM skills from engineering and design to force, motion, and more physics fun, then tweak your machines to solve the tricky STEM challenges!.BUILD, test, and tweak your own STEM machines!.LEARN critical thinking, engineering and other kindergarten STEM essentials!.3 MACHINE DESIGNS—build a catapult, trebuchet, and windmill!.8 STEM CHALLENGES included!.GIVE THE GIFT OF LEARNING: Whether you’re shopping for holidays, birthdays, or just because, toys from Learning Resources help you discover new learning fun every time you give a gift! Ideal gift for Halloween, Christmas, Stocking Stuffers, Easter or even for Homeschool.

Price is  $19.49
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LEGO Technic Dump Truck, 177 Pieces (42147) image 1
Item: 24580959
Model: 42147

This building site toy is a great introduction to the world of LEGO Technic and helps young builders learn new engineering skills. Kids will love steering the Dump Truck toy around their make-believe building site before lifting the tipper to drop off their load. Then, when they're ready for something new, they can rebuild the model to create an Excavator Toy for more role-play adventures. And with the LEGO Builder app, kids gain confidence as they build their construction vehicle toys..2 building challenges in 1 introduce kids to engineering; the LEGO Technic Dump Truck toy features Dump Truck and Excavator construction vehicle toys.The Dump Truck toy can be steered, plus kids can lift the tipper to drop off the load or rebuild the model into a powerful digger toy.LEGO Technic construction and engineering toys feature realistic movement and mechanisms: the excavator toy's arm can be raised or lowered

Price is  $11.39
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LEGO Technic Tipping Dump Truck, 462 Pieces (42203) image 1
Item: 24642314
Model: 42203

This building kit for kids is a fun birthday gift or any-occasion treat for kids who love LEGO vehicles or construction truck toys..Construction site adventures; The LEGO Technic Tipping Dump Truck toy set lets kids aged 9 and up create fun construction site role-play stories.This classic kids dump truck set lets young builders assemble their own toy tipper truck before playing with the vehicle and exploring its functions.Realistic features; Kids can steer the truck into position, turn the knob on the side of the truck to tip the lid, and open the doors to see inside the cab.A birthday gift for kids; This building kit for kids is a fun birthday gift or any-occasion treat for kids who love LEGO vehicles or construction truck toys.An introduction to engineering; LEGO Technic sets and construction toys feature realistic movement and mechanisms to introduce young LEGO builders to the universe of engineering.Measurements; A 462-piece set with a Tipping Dump Truck toy model measuring over 5.5 in. (14 cm) high, 11 in. (28 cm) long and 4 in. (11 cm) wide.Buildable truck building kit for kids

Price is  $71.79
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Roylco STEAM Tubes & Connectors & Play Guide, 321 Pieces/Pack (R-20306) image 1
Item: 24605832
Model: R-20306

Develop basic engineering skills while having fun! Follow the illustrated play guide to build structures graduating from easy, to medium, to partially designed & open-ended foundations. This building toy has been designed to engage early engineering skills and creativity alike. Has STEAM benefits. Includes 180 tubes (60 of each length), 140 connectors, and play guide (18 cards) with graduating structures..STEM LEARNING KIT - The Roylco stem kits help to boost up aptitude in science and technology, math skills, building skills and develop fine motor skills in the child from early childhood..4-8+ years.PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT - Begin early to train your child to count, learn color distinction, identify different shapes stimulate the ability to create with the tubes and connectors building kit..GREAT GIFT - This STEM construction building set is a great gift containing 180 count plastic tubes, 140 pipe connectors, and a play guide. The child can use flexible pipes to make awesome things..DEVELOPMENT TOOLS - These engineering toys for kids are excellent development tools that help the child pick up skills, improve focus, be patient, improve balance, and develop logical thinking..Material: Plastic.LEARNING FUN - The building kits with toys to work on are learning toys that become fun games which help small children to learn to develop team building and other social skills.

Price is  $37.99
Unit of measure 321/Pack
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LEGO Technic Backhoe Loader, 104 Pieces (42197) image 1
Item: 24621551
Model: 42197

This kids construction toy set includes a buildable LEGO Technic Backhoe Loader with a moving scoop, outriggers and a rear digger..Construction toy for kids aged 7 and up; Inspire young construction site fans to create their own building adventures with this backhoe loader toy.A backhoe toy packed with features; This fun-filled toy vehicle is an anytime treat for kids and comes with lots of moving features for interactive construction site role play.Try out the scoop and digger; The LEGO Technic Backhoe Loader model includes a scoop that kids can lift and lower using the knob, a back digger and outriggers.A gift for fans of LEGO vehicles; This set makes a gift idea or treat for kids who enjoy building with LEGO bricks or playing with construction toys.An introduction to engineering; LEGO Technic buildable model sets feature realistic movement and mechanisms to introduce young LEGO builders to the universe of engineering.Measurements; A 104-piece set with a buildable toy model measuring over 4 in. (10 cm) high, 9 in. (24 cm) long and 3.5 in. (9 cm) wide, with outriggers folded out.A buildable vehicle toy that makes a great gift for kids

Price is  $8.29
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About Engineering Model Kits

Engineering model kits are innovative construction sets designed to inspire creativity and enhance problem-solving skills. These kits typically include a variety of components that allow builders to create intricate models, ranging from vehicles to architectural structures, making them perfect for both educational and recreational purposes.

Ideal for hobbyists, students, and professionals alike, engineering model kits provide a hands-on approach to learning about mechanics, design, and engineering principles. They encourage critical thinking and fine motor skills while offering a rewarding experience as builders see their projects come to life.

When choosing an engineering model kit, consider factors such as the complexity of the build, the number of pieces included, and the materials used. Many kits feature detailed instructions and are designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, catering to various skill levels from beginners to advanced builders.

Additionally, look for kits that incorporate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts, as these often provide educational value alongside entertainment. Features like moving parts, realistic designs, and the ability to customize or modify the models can enhance the building experience and provide lasting enjoyment.

What are engineering model kits used for?

  • Engineering model kits are used for educational purposes, promoting STEM learning, and providing a fun, hands-on way to explore engineering concepts. They can also serve as a creative outlet for hobbyists and enthusiasts.

What age group are engineering model kits suitable for?

  • Engineering model kits are suitable for a wide range of age groups, from children to adults. Many kits are designed with varying complexity levels, making them accessible to both beginners and experienced builders.

What materials are commonly used in engineering model kits?

  • Common materials include wood, plastic, and metal, depending on the type of model. Wooden kits often provide a unique aesthetic and durability, while plastic and metal kits may offer more intricate designs and moving parts.

How long does it take to build an engineering model kit?

  • The time required to build an engineering model kit varies based on its complexity and the builder's experience level. Simple kits may take a few hours, while more intricate models can take several days or even weeks to complete.

Can engineering model kits be customized?

  • Many engineering model kits allow for customization, enabling builders to modify designs, paint models, or add personal touches. This flexibility enhances creativity and can lead to unique finished products.

Are engineering model kits good for team building activities?

  • Yes, engineering model kits can be excellent for team-building activities as they encourage collaboration, communication, and problem-solving among participants. Working together on a project fosters teamwork and can lead to a rewarding shared experience.