There are a lot of educational toys on the market right now, but we've been looking to get our hands on a Magformers magnetic building set for awhile. My kids have enjoyed playing with them at friends' houses and I knew they'd be an invaluable learning tool. I've partnered with Magformers to share 5 things kids can learn from playing with a magnetic building set!
Magromers Magnetic Building Set
I have to admit, I was as excited as my kids to open the 100 Piece Magnetic Building Set. This is our first set of Magformers and the 100-Piece set is a great starting point because it has such a large variety of pieces.
The My First Sets are a great place to start because they come with all of the basic shapes and some fantastic extras. With wheelsets and trees plus eleven different geometric shapes, the options are endless for what your kids can create. Plus, the 100-Piece set comes with a step-by-step idea booklet and two hardback playbooks.
5 Things Kids Learn from a Magformers Magnetic Building Set
Magofrmers Build Teamwork
You'd be hard-pressed to find a parent who doesn't want their kids to play together instead of fighting over toys. While there have been a few small arguments over who is using which pieces, for the most part, my kids really get along while they play with Magformers. I can often find them quietly looking at the hardback playbooks and working out how to build things together.
Our son is often in charge of finding the shapes our daughter needs or prying apart stuck-together pieces. Some of the creations get tricky for little hands, so they work together to build tougher structures. Magformers are one toy that they'll actually play with for an extended period of time, also, which is awesome!
Magformers Teach Colors and Shapes
This seems like a simple one, but our son is almost two and his vocabulary is starting to expand like crazy. We're working on teaching him colors in English and Spanish, and Magformers are the perfect learning tool! The 100-Piece Set has a huge variety of colors.
We're also working on teaching our son shapes. We'll say "Can you find a blue square?" and kill two birds with one stone-colors and shapes! He's already quickly picking up which shapes are which, and I'm sure colors will be soon to follow. This set also has shapes like pentagons and trapezoids, so our daughter is learning shapes she didn't previously know, too!
Magformers Teach Science and Engineering Concepts
Magnets are always interesting to kids, as they learn why they attract and repel. Magformers are unique because they contain rotating Rare Earth Neodymium magnets which connect every time. This relieves frustration as children are building. Magnets are a great foray into science and kids can learn even more as they explore and create with Magformers.
When it comes to engineering, kids are putting their brains to work while building structures and other objects with Magformers. I've already noticed my kids learning basic concepts about structures, like what happens when you try to put small pieces on the bottom and large pieces on top, and why things collapse when they do. They're also learning about two-dimensional objects and how they differ from three-dimensional structures.
Magformers Teach Counting and Patterns
The hardback playbooks that come with the 100-Piece Magformers Magnetic Building Set have been invaluable tools in our kids' learning process. There are many patterns throughout which really get their little minds working, as well as pages that request certain numbers or colors of specific shapes.
Our kids have a great time matching the shapes up in the book and then lifting their creations and watching them come together with the help of the magnets. My daughter recognizes numbers so she's able to see on the page how many pieces she needs for each creation. Our son is constantly picking up on things that our daughter is doing and learning along the way also.
Magformers Teach Patience
I have to say, this was a concept I didn't necessarily expect would be developed using Magformers. However, I'm happy to say that I see a lot more patience stemming from my kids as they play with this magnetic building set. Sometimes, despite their best building efforts, things fall apart. (Or, sometimes, our little guy intentionally destroys them!) While our daughter occasionally gets frustrated by this, recently I've seen her actually laugh as things come crashing down.
Also, if her brother destroys one of her creations, she'll say "let's build it again!" instead of acting out towards him. I've been so impressed by her maturity as she's learning patience. I really think that Magformers are helping her with this because she's so inspired by her ability to create that she can look past her brother being destructive.
We absolutely adore our Magformers set and we can't wait to add more to our collection. I've seen our kids learn so much from them already and it will be fun to see them continue to create new things and expand their abilities.
I have to be honest, I think I have as much fun as the kids do building with our Magformers set. It's so satisfying to hear them click together and make different creations! The idea booklet is awesome and has TONS of ideas for building, and the 100-Piece set is so versatile. It's geared for ages three and up but I have no problem letting our (almost) two-year-old son play with them while I'm supervising. The magnets are welded into the BPA-free plastic shells so there's no concern that he will get magnets out or ingest them.
Have your kids played with Magformers?
Which set is your favorite?
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Kara Marks says
I love these because both the 6 y o and the 15 m o can play together with them. The older one begs for more and like you said, they're helpful to teach the younger one shapes and colors.
Dandi D says
This looks like the perfect toy for both of my children to play with together!
Dana Murphy says
I have a small set of these and my 4yo and 2yo play with them all the time. Would be great to get more.
Jenny says
My son has one Magformers set and loves it. I would like to get him more, but the price point is way to high for the average parent.
Mandy Hammons says
I think my boys would love the build with these
Linda Manns Linneman says
I love that the children have to think and use their imagination with these. I love the bright colors and different shapes. These are great. Thank you so much for sharing
Mia says
This looks like such a fantastic toy for learning and having fun. It really lets kids be creative with their building. I like how it promotes cooperative play.
sandra says
I like the adventure sea set
Lynn Slape says
These are great "tools" for my special needs daughter to use in fine motor skills therapy!
Kelsey vinson says
The beginner set would be so neat for my littles. Their older brother and sister go to school and they are still home so it would be fun to incorporate some learning fun activities into their day.
Deborah D says
Looks like it is great for developing hand eye coordination which is important.
Abby Barthel says
We would love to add this set to our collection!
Darcy Koch says
I like toys that are not only fun for the kids, but educational as well.
Christina jaynes says
These have always looked so interesting and neat!
Kristine Sleeper says
I LOVE the way I see my sons brain work when he plays with his set of magformers! We have the basic beginner set but it hasn't limited his creativity! And as a boy mom, I really love how long magformers hold his attention and allow me to incorporate other aspects of learning! Shapes, colors, forming letters, possibilities are endless!
Samantha says
Both my girls love magformers and they habe heeled my oldest to build confidence and to try and try again to build something.
Michelle Gruppen says
My kids love magformers!
Jennifer babich says
I never realized they had the rotating magnates! That's a great feature
Amber C says
I love everything about these! They are always my kids favorites at any kids museum
Casey Mclendon says
This is a wonderful review of Magformers! I have 3 sons! We got our 1st set at Christmas time and we LOVE them! They are already on the wishlist for this year! They are great to play and learn with! I even play and fidget with them along with other adults that visit. TY so much for the chance to win for my littles! We started homeschool this year and it'd bea great set for playing and learning together!
Abigail Embree says
My nanny kids have a set of these and they love them. Educational toys are my favorite, and these are pretty great.
Debra Holloway says
These look like so much fun. They seem to bring hours of enjoyment, learning, and imagination to children.
Bethany Suire says
I bought my nephew his first set for his last birthday and I couldn't have chosen a better gift. His love for the Magformers have grown and now his parents have gotten him multiple sets!
Linda Madden says
I love that these are magnetic. I think my granddaughter would play y these for hours. So much more fun than standard blocks.
Leigh K. says
I love that this toy teachers shape, color, magnets, & creativity all in one very fun toy!
Amelia Bayless says
These look incredible and great for learning gross motor skills! Thanks for this.
JoBride says
Love the books with matching design illustrations
Amber Carroll says
My kids really enjoy building with blocks. I'm sure they'd love these magnets, too!
Valerie Villagran says
My kids love the magnatiles and would love to get this set for my little ones. They look amazing and the colors are so vibrant.
Edye says
We have a set of these and my whole family loves them! 🙂
Amanda Alvarado says
I love that these can be used by pretty much all ages! My daughter would love these since she loves to build with anything!
Victoria Scott says
Magnets in Motion 61 piece Gear Set looks awesome! Would be the perfect Christmas present for my nephew! He LOVES sets like these!
denise low says
I like that they are educational and fun all at the same time.
Lindsay O'Neill says
Wow! There are so many different things you can do with this large kit! We have a smaller kit but it isn't nearly as versatile.
Cynthia R says
I think these ssets are a great way to keep the kids happy, creative and busy for a couple of hours, wahoo for moms everywhere!
Chelsea Couch says
My daughter would love this!
Brandi Dickerson says
We actually have a set of these and my kids love to play with them!
Dorothy Boucher says
I absolutely love what these magformers magnetic building sets bring to your children life. I love that they are having
such fun! but learning so much.
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Sue E says
We are a family of builders and I could picture myself getting involved with their creative projects. I usually do, because I love doing things with my grandchildren.
It is so cute the way your children are playing so nicely together. Your son looks bigger/older than almost two!
I really like what your daughter made - very creative!
Ginger L. says
My little boy loves these magformers. I feel like a lot of learning goes along with this. Shapes, colors, & the mindfulness of putting them together. Who knew magnets could be so fun.
Carrie says
My kids love playing with magformers at our local museum. It would be so great for them to have a set of their own. Thanks for the chance!
Cathy Jarolin says
I know my Grand children would just love these magformers. I love Building sets of all kind & they do to. This really helps their imagination come alive and it keeps them so occupied for a long time..
Ashley Chassereau Parks says
My kids both had these are their Christmas lists last year, but we weren't able to afford them. This is an amazing set!! Perfect for homeschooling and play time!! I know my girls would still love to play with these!!
Vicky Chan says
Love the rainbow set...great for boys and girls!
Jessica Lodge says
The WALKING ROBOT 45PC SET looks like a wonderful set.
Jessica Lodge says
We have a set of these at home and everyone from my 2 year old to 7 year old are entertained by them.
Anne Fleuriott says
I do not know who would have more fun... My daughter or I ??? 🙂 🙂
Cynthia Brooks says
I absolutely love manipulative sets and these are great to have siblings play with together.
Lawrence Walker says
My friend's son would love these...
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Amanda Z says
These look fantastic. And I know that they would keep my son entertained. The ones they play with at church are okay but these look like they hold up better.
Leslie waters says
Pretty cool.
Lauryn R says
My three kids would have a blast with this set! I love that they are magnetic, that is such a brilliant idea! This is definitely something that I could see them all playing with for hours. 🙂
Angela Windham says
My kids would absolutely enjoy this. I can just see them playing with these magformers all day long ?