Toy: Tinkertoy Classic Jumbo Set
Get It For: Construction and building minded preschool aged kids.
Why We Like It: It’s a classic! Nothing beats the Tinkertoy Building set which includes 48 rods, 20 spools, 8 connector clips, 2 flags, 10 end caps, 6 couplings, 2 tubes made of all wood. The set even includes string. String! I mean, really, sometimes simple is best and we think the no bells and whistles building set will please.
Shop! Various size Tinkertoy Building sets are available with prices starting at $19 for this Jumbo Set. Find this and many of our top toys for the holidays in The Shopping Mama’s 30 Days of Toys store.
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Debbie P
November 25, 2011I actually been wanting to get this for my kids. What a good price too! I used to love playing with Tinkertoys when I was a kid.
Vickie Couturier
November 26, 2011I had this as a kid,an would love to have this for the grandsons to play with,,,
clarissa
November 26, 2011what a great classic toy. My children like this sort of thing but it seems rare to find kids these day that enjoy simple non battery operated, non video game type things!
ACMommy3
November 30, 2011Great classic toy! I remember playing with this when I was little. I think my kids would love this…and I love getting them toys that encourage the imagination.