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Tonka has been a trusted brand for over 75 years, known for durable toys that encourage imaginative play across generations. The Tonka 4 X 4 Pickup Truck is built with steel and sturdy plastic, featuring a bold yellow design that replicates the look of a full-sized truck. It includes functional details like a working tow winch, a foldable rear gate, and rugged tires for hauling and towing tasks. The truck is designed for active play, helping kids engage in hands-on adventures indoors or outdoors. Its durable construction and all-terrain tires allow it to handle rough surfaces like dirt and gravel. Tonka toys promote screen-free play with a focus on open-ended, interactive experiences.

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The LEGO Technic Heavy-Duty Bulldozer is a 195-piece construction set designed for builders aged 7 and up. The completed model measures 3 inches (8 cm) high, 4 inches (10 cm) long, and 3 inches (8 cm) wide. It features working treads that allow the bulldozer to roll smoothly when pushed. The blade can be raised and lowered using a control element on top of the vehicle, mimicking the functionality of real construction equipment. This set serves as an introduction to engineering concepts through its realistic movement and mechanical functions. The building experience and play features make it suitable for children interested in vehicles and construction themes. The set can be used as a standalone play item or combined with other LEGO Technic models.

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The LEGO City Construction Steamroller is designed for builders aged 5 and up. This set features a toy steamroller with large chunky tires and a rolling drum, along with a driver’s cab and a warning beacon. It includes a construction worker minifigure equipped with a shovel and hard hat. The set encourages creative play, allowing children to simulate road construction either alone or with friends. An interactive building guide is available through the LEGO Builder app, which provides 3D model viewing, progress tracking, and virtual playset exploration. This steamroller can be combined with other LEGO City sets (sold separately) for expanded play possibilities. The LEGO City theme fosters imaginative building and role-play with structures, vehicles, and characters. Suitable as a gift for young builders who enjoy construction-themed play.

MSRP: $9.59
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The LEGO City Yellow Construction Wheel Loader is an 81-piece building set designed for children aged 4 and up. It features a buildable wheel loader measuring 3 inches (8 cm) high, 6 inches (16 cm) long, and 2.5 inches (6 cm) wide when assembled. The set includes two minifigures—a driver and a worker—along with accessories like a roadwork sign, traffic cones, and a jackhammer. Kids can practice setting up the construction site by placing the sign and cones, then use the loader’s bucket to move LEGO rubble. The set comes with a Starter Brick element, a printed building guide, and access to 3D digital instructions through the LEGO Builder app. It can be combined with other LEGO City construction sets (sold separately) for expanded play. Suitable as a gift or everyday activity for young builders.

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The LEGO Magical Transparent Box (11040) is designed for children ages 5 and up, featuring translucent bricks, eye and mouth pieces, and hanger elements for display. The set includes parts to build 12 different models such as a heart, ghost, mermaid, star, unicorn, spaceship, cloud, shooting star, bird, narwhal, ice cream, and flower, while also encouraging freeform creativity. Four hanging-brick pieces allow kids to showcase their builds as room decorations. The unicorn model measures over 3 inches (8 cm) wide, the mermaid stands over 3 inches (8 cm) tall, and the ghost is over 2.5 inches (6 cm) tall. This versatile set supports skill development through open-ended building play. Suitable as a gift for various occasions, it offers a mix of structured and imaginative construction possibilities.

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This Hot Wheels 10-Car Pack offers an instant collection of 1:64 scale vehicles with authentic styling and distinctive deco designs. The set includes a varied selection of 10 cars suitable for both play and display. The vehicles are designed for push-around play, encouraging imaginative scenarios. Hot Wheels cars appeal to both children and collectors, with additional models available for separate purchase. (199 characters under the 2000 limit)

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This construction vehicle set includes three die-cast machines: a steam roller, front loader, and excavator. The durable metal construction ensures long-lasting play. Designed for children ages 3 and up, these CAT-branded vehicles serve as educational toys that encourage imaginative construction play. The set makes a practical gift option for young builders who enjoy hands-on play with realistic vehicles. The compact size allows for easy storage while maintaining detailed designs. Children can use these vehicles to create their own construction scenarios with sand, rocks, or other materials. Compatible with other construction-themed toys, this set provides a foundation for expanding a child's vehicle collection.

MSRP: $9.90
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This robot building kit is designed for toddlers, combining construction play with creativity for hands-on, screen-free building and imaginative play. The set helps develop fine motor skills as children use the included toy tools to snap, screw, and decorate the robot on their own. It introduces early STEM concepts through simple construction techniques, problem-solving, and creative play. The kit comes with a child-safe screwdriver, a robot featuring a swiveling head, arms, and upper body, 15 multicolored bolts, and a sheet of decorative stickers. Suitable for home or classroom use, this educational toy works well for various occasions.

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This 10-inch dump truck features an articulated tilting bed that allows children to load, haul, and dump materials, mimicking the functionality of full-size Caterpillar machines. Constructed from durable, high-impact plastic, it withstands rough play with rocks, sand, dirt, and minor drops. The truck operates without batteries, relying on free-rolling wheels that move easily over various surfaces, including carpet, grass, and sand. Designed for children ages 2–6, it supports hand-eye coordination, motor skill development, problem-solving, and imaginative construction play. The bright yellow Caterpillar-branded finish and retail-ready packaging make it a practical choice for gifting occasions such as birthdays, holidays, or classroom rewards.

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This 5-piece set includes 3" mini replicas of CAT’s signature construction vehicles: a dump truck, front loader, bulldozer, backhoe, and excavator. Each model has movable parts for interactive, hands-on play. The durable construction ensures resilience during indoor or outdoor use. Designed for children ages 3 and up, these toys support fine motor skill development and creative play. They also work well as decorative cake toppers for construction-themed events.

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This construction playset includes two Cat Little Machines vehicles, 10 oz of moldable dirt compound, molds, and accessories for hands-on building and imaginative play. The premium dirt compound is soft and easy to shape, allowing kids to create realistic construction sites and textured landscapes. The durable Cat-branded toys are designed to resemble real construction machines, suitable for both indoor and outdoor play. The set supports motor skill development and encourages creative, educational play centered around construction concepts. Recommended for ages 3 and up, it is a practical gift option for birthdays or holidays.

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This three-truck fleet includes a pocket-size cement mixer, dump truck, and road grader, providing a complete jobsite crew ready for play. The trucks feature die-cast metal bodies with durable plastic trim, designed to withstand drops, gravel, and sandbox use. Each vehicle has functional, battery-free mechanics: the mixer drum spins, the dump bed tilts, and the grading blade adjusts for hands-on play. Measuring approximately 4 inches in length, the set is lightweight at 13.7 oz and stores in a compact 5.25 × 2 × 11.9-inch clamshell case, making it portable for travel, sensory bins, or cake decorations. The push-powered action supports fine motor skills and imaginative play for children ages 3 and up, serving as a practical introduction to construction-themed collections.

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This tool-themed activity bench offers two-sided play for toddlers ages 1+. One side features five colorful shape pegs designed for grasping, twisting, pulling, and tapping. The bench flips to reveal additional play opportunities on the reverse side. Includes an easy-grip toy hammer for peg-pounding activities. The set introduces basic color and shape recognition while supporting fine motor development and early problem-solving skills through hands-on manipulation.

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The Tonka Steel Classics Mighty Dump Truck carries a 75-year legacy of durable, imaginative play. Built with a steel dump bed and reinforced plastic, this truck withstands rigorous loading, hauling, and dumping tasks. The functional tilt mechanism allows children to easily operate the bed for transporting sand, rocks, or other materials. Designed to encourage hands-on play, the truck promotes active engagement over screen time, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Its robust construction ensures long-term durability for continued play across generations.

MSRP: $29.99
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This 42-piece starter kit encourages imaginative building with tools and components designed for small hands and early skill development. The set includes an inspiration card featuring project ideas such as a see-saw, balance bike, windmill, prop plane, and sitting fox model. It is compatible with other Junior Inventor sets for expanded building possibilities. The engineering-focused design promotes logical thinking and cognitive development through hands-on play. This set also supports STEAM learning by introducing basic principles of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics while developing problem-solving skills. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

MSRP: $15.99
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This construction vehicle toy set includes a push-along truck with a tipping function and a push-along excavator with a rotating digger, along with a boulder that can be opened. It comes with two modern worker figures, allowing children ages 2 and up to role-play construction site scenarios. The set helps toddlers develop fine motor skills through hands-on play. For expanded play possibilities, it can be combined with LEGO DUPLO 10930 Bulldozer. LEGO DUPLO sets are designed to engage preschoolers with recognizable scenes and playful characters, supporting early learning through imaginative play.

MSRP: $19.50
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The Design & Drill ABCs & 123s set combines construction play with early learning, allowing toddlers to practice letters and numbers while using engaging tools. Children develop fine motor skills by tightening and loosening the included colorful bolts with the screwdriver and drill. The set includes pre-perforated letter and number cards that guide kids to recreate shapes by drilling bolts into the board. The kit comes with a kid-friendly drill (requires 2 AA batteries, not included), a screwdriver, 50 bolts, 10 double-sided number cards, 26 alphabet cards, and a Design & Drill board. Beyond structured learning, children can also create their own designs and patterns. Suitable for home or classroom use, this set serves as an educational and creative activity for young builders.

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This construction-themed sensory bin is designed for children ages 3 and up. It contains 2.5 lb of moldable sensory sand along with 21 construction-themed toys to encourage imaginative play. The set helps develop fine motor skills through digging, building, and sensory exploration activities. The included plastic bin measures 14.5" wide x 10.25" long x 4.75" high and comes with a lid for storage. The sensory materials and toys are safety-tested and selected for preschool-aged children. This set works well for both indoor and outdoor play, though using a towel underneath can help contain any mess. Suitable as a gift for birthdays or holidays, the construction sensory bin offers open-ended play opportunities with excavator toys and other construction elements. Creativity for Kids, the manufacturer since 1976, focuses on developing confidence-building play experiences for children. The sensory play supports early learning through hands-on engagement with textures, shapes, and construction concepts.

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The LEGO Technic Bugatti Bolide building set is designed for ages 9 and up, offering an engaging introduction to engineering and construction. This model replicates the Bugatti Bolide race car with a yellow and black color scheme, enhanced by detailed stickers. The set includes functional elements such as a W16 engine with moving pistons, steering, and scissor doors that mimic the real car's mechanics. Once assembled, the model measures over 3 inches high, 13 inches long, and 6 inches wide, making it a suitable display piece. The build incorporates authentic details inspired by motorsport technology, providing an educational and interactive experience for young builders.

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The LEGO Minecraft Turtle House model is designed for gamers and kids aged 8 and up. It includes a buildable Minecraft house with three figures: a Turtle Skin Warrior, a Turtle, and a Drowned. The set encourages creative play with multiple scenarios, such as role-playing, battle action, and animal care. Key Minecraft elements like a spyglass, map, and bamboo raft are included for added play value. This set also integrates with other LEGO Minecraft toys (sold separately) to expand building possibilities. LEGO Minecraft sets provide a hands-on way for fans to recreate mobs, scenes, and features from the game using bricks. Suitable for ages 8+.

MSRP: $160.00
Gender: Boys And Girls
Age: 8 and Up
Cathedral Blocks are the first in a series of architecturally themed building blocks created for kids (and adults) of all ages. While each series is designed around a particular building type, the unique pieces allow for many interesting creations. The only limitation is the imagination of the builder. (9/10/2008) (


MSRP: $140.00
Gender: Boys And Girls
Age: 4 and Up
Castle Blocks are the second in a series of architecturally themed building blocks created for kids (and adults) of all ages. This set of blocks was designed with unique castle/fortress detailing, allowing the builder to create his or her own Camelot! Castle Blocks come without a set of instructions, and that’s by design. (9/10/2008)

MSRP: $179.97
Gender: Boys And Girls
Age: 6 and Up
BRIK-A-BLOK is a powerful tool for children development. The BRIK-A-BLOK™ toy system provides an easy means for any child to recreate the world that surrounds them, at their scale. Easy to assemble panels come together to give kids the power to build their own world. Creative freedom coupled with our toy system liberates kids to custom build the perfect fort, playhouse, or any other structure they care to imagine. (10/23/2024) (
