Building set SMARTMAX SmartMax Build & Learn — 100 pieces, ages 1+

SmartMax Build & Learn — 100 pieces is a magnetic construction set by SMARTMAX designed for children aged 1 and older. The kit combines large, easy-to-handle magnetic rods and solid connectors to support early motor skill development, introduce basic STEM concepts and encourage creative, open-ended play. Components are lightweight and durable, intended for use at home, in daycare or in preschool environments where safe, tactile exploration and construction are priorities.

Advantages

The set’s large magnetic elements are shaped and sized for small hands, reducing frustration during independent play while allowing parents and educators to guide early learning. Magnets are fully enclosed within each piece to reduce risk and simplify cleaning. With 100 parts the kit offers a range of construction possibilities from simple shapes to more complex three-dimensional structures, promoting hand-eye coordination, spatial reasoning and imaginative storytelling without small detachable parts that present choking concerns for the intended age group.

Suitable for

• Early motor skill practice and hand-eye coordination
• Introduction to basic STEM concepts: magnetism, balance and geometry
• Imaginative play and role-playing activities
• Group play in daycare and preschool settings
• Parent-child guided learning and independent exploration

Key specifications

• Number of pieces: 100
• Recommended age: 1 year and older
• Component types: magnetic rods and connectors sized for toddlers
• Materials: durable, lightweight plastic with enclosed magnets
• Intended use: indoor construction play, educational activity

How to use

Provide a flat, stable surface for play and allow the child to explore the magnetic rods and connectors freely, demonstrating simple joins and shapes as needed. Start with basic constructions such as lines, squares and simple towers, then progressively introduce variations like open frames and curved forms. Supervise play with children under the recommended age and encourage language by naming shapes, colors and actions during the activity.

Usage recommendations

Store pieces in a container after each session to avoid loss and to make setup easier; inspect components regularly for wear. Use the set for short, supervised sessions for children around 1–2 years old and extend to longer, collaborative projects with older toddlers and preschoolers to develop planning and fine motor skills.