Do you have little builders in your house? I’ve got a post for you! Or maybe you have a reluctant builder like I do. I’ve got a post for you too! It’s 100 Invitations to Build, a must download list of fun, unusual even downright silly things that you can build with. Because building helps kids develop in so many ways – fine motor skills, problem solving skills, spatial awareness, creative imagination, the list keeps going. This post contains affiliate links.
Iggy Peck, Architect
Today’s activity is inspired by one of our favorite books, Iggy Peck, Architect {affiliate}. Iggy has a passion for building and shows his reluctant classmates and teacher how building can get you out of a jam. And can be fun, too! He builds out of chalk, out of dirt, even out of pancakes. And the suspension bridge he and his classmates build out of sticks and string saves the day.
100 Invitations to Build
So for your next hands-on play session, why don’t you pull out some building materials. Here is a fun list of 100 different things to try, all in honor of Iggy Peck {affiliate}. Grab your FREE printable by clicking the button below.
Some Fun Invitations to Build
Want to get inspired? Here are some fun invitations to build we did at Left Brain Craft Brain. This Upcycled Suspension Bridge is a perfect tie-in to Iggy Peck, Architect {affiliate}
Our Tinkering Trees are a year-round favorite in our house.
Put a fun character spin on an old favorite by building Elsa’s Ice Palace.
Introduce Design Thinking to your kids with one of the building materials from the list and this fun Design Thinking Challenge.
Or if you love Iggy Peck, try this Tinkering Station inspired by Rosie Revere, Engineer {affiliate}!
Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, and Math Fun for Kids
Looking for some more STEAM inspiration that you can use right now? Instant gratification style? Check out STEAM Explorers!! The coolest new creative experience for kids is here! Think digital magazine meets online project portal in a safe, kid-friendly environment. (No more worrying about what might be hidden in that YouTube vid!) All engineer, teacher, and mom approved. And most definitely KID APPROVED!
What’s included?
- Monthly digital magazine with cool themes that's fun to read
- Hands-on, exciting projects the kids will love.
- Science, tech, engineering, art, and math learning YOU’LL love.
- Delicious recipes the kids can make.
- Fun printables and games
- Entertaining videos
All packed up in an easy to do package, ready for kids ages 5-12 to have fun.
Storybook Science Month
March is National Reading Month, so this month I’ve joined in on a fun series called Storybook Science. Inspiration Laboratories (an amazing STEM blog you have to check out) is hosting this month-long series, all inspired by children’s books. Look for ideas in the following topics: experiments, engineering, Earth and space science, and ecosystems and the environment.
Trisha @ Inspiration Laboratories says
March 15, 2016 at 11:11 AMSuch a great list of building materials. It’s perfect for inspiring lots of creativity!