Kids First: Intro to Tools & Building

Thames & Kosmos

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Little builders, big dreams: your child's first engineering workshop!

Ready to build something amazing? This hands-on mechanical engineering kit transforms curious toddlers into confident young builders, introducing essential tools and construction skills in the most engaging way possible. Designed specifically for children ages five and up, this comprehensive kit makes learning fun while building a strong foundation for future STEM success.

Watch as your little engineer constructs their very own workbench, then moves on to create five additional incredible models: a speedy race car, soaring airplane, cozy house, working scissors, and a handy toolbox for organizing their new tools. Once they've mastered the guided projects, the creative possibilities become endless as they design and build their own unique inventions.

This thoughtfully designed kit combines learning with play, helping parents, teachers, and caregivers introduce fundamental engineering concepts at the perfect developmental stage. Each building session strengthens fine motor skills, enhances visual-spatial awareness, and develops critical thinking abilities that will serve children throughout their educational journey.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD — Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

Key Features:

  • Perfect First Engineering Experience: Specially designed introductory mechanical engineering kit ideal for children ages three and up
  • Child-Safe Tool Design: Oversized plastic tools engineered for small hands - lightweight, comfortable, and completely safe for young builders
  • Expandable Building System: All components seamlessly connect with other Thames & Kosmos Kids First engineering kits for extended play value
  • Comprehensive Skill Development: Builds fine motor skills, mechanical engineering understanding, visual-spatial abilities, and critical reasoning skills
  • Unlimited Creative Potential: Encourages open-ended imaginative play with endless building possibilities beyond the structured projects

The Intro to Tools and Building Kit includes:

  • 8-page full-color instruction manual
  • 6 hands-on experiments 
  • 47 unique pieces

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Customer Quotes

“Great products...one of the best curriculum's out there, great help for teaching our video class”

- Christine R., Principal, Trinity Lutheran School, Kalispell, MT

“Screenwriting was awesome, our kids really loved these activities. It was also really nice to provide such a creative curriculum that addresses the standards in such a fun way.”

- Heather S., Director, After School, City of Fairfield, CA

“Having taught at the high school and college level, I was impressed with this curriculum. The materials and guidance were well put together and very thoughtful.”

- Michael L., Artist, Shea After School, Syracuse, NY

“This amazing program has enabled my students to comprehend the process of forensic science as well as the sophisticated vocabulary encompassed in the program's lessons.”

- Erica T., Freehold Public Schools, Freehold, NJ

“This is a well organized course that I would highly recommend to other programs.”

- Chad S., Teacher, School #18, Buffalo, NY

“The program is awesome! I’m doing it as part of an after school enrichment time. Our kids really enjoy the projects and it’s wonderful to use as everything is provided.”

- Karen S.,Teacher, Olympic Middle School, WA

“This is the perfect kind of activity for afterschool. It’s fun; students learn by getting involved. Everybody wants to be a part of it!”

- Kim L., Program Leader, Child and Adolescent Treatment Services, Buffalo NY

“They love it…it’s awesome. Kids are dying to get in it!”

- Audrey A., Teacher, Clifford Marshall Elementary School, Quincy, MA

“The Missing Money Mystery was very easy to follow. The children had such a great time at it, we even allowed our group to re-enact the entire mystery. This mystery was fantastic, and we are looking forward to our next exercise!”

- Jackie. J., Director/Detective, Hempstead P.A.L., Hempstead, NY

“The students were engaged and enjoyed the experiments. The story keeps the activities meaningful and provided an interested way to connect Florida Standards. The teacher’s manual was easy to follow and materials in the kits made it very convenient for set up. Overall, this is a great thing to do in afterschool and during the summer!”

- Betty C., Teacher, Genesis Center, Leesburg FL

“Playing with Percussion offers an exciting doorway to exploring percussion, communication skills and learning about different cultures.”

- Sheila K., Site Leader, Accord Corp, Youth Services Division, Belfast NY

“Our kids enjoyed making their own instruments, especially sanding. Playing all those grooves at the end was a lot of fun!”

- Nina P., Music teacher, Napa, CA

“The Cookie Jar Mystery was such a big hit at the middle school…which has been tough.”

- Charlie E., Teacher, Lexington County Schools, SC

“The Cookie Jar Mystery went really well, the kids talked about it for weeks. They were very excited and intrigued with the hands-on activities and I really enjoyed teaching it!”

- Brook T.,Teacher, Lincoln Middle Schools, TN
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