Vilac Batibloc Construction Set

There’s something wonderfully satisfying about watching a child disappear into a building project. One minute they're spreading wooden pieces all over the floor, the next they're explaining how they've invented a garage for dinosaurs, a castle for dragons or a machine that definitely does something very important. This is the sort of toy that buys you a quiet cup of tea while they're busy planning, building, rebuilding and proudly showing you their latest creation.

We love it because:

• It gives children the joy of making something from nothing, then taking it apart and starting all over again.
• The 106 wooden pieces offer endless possibilities, from simple structures to wildly ambitious inventions.
• Building, balancing and connecting pieces helps develop coordination and dexterity without it ever feeling like "learning".
• Encourages children to observe, experiment and work things out for themselves.
• Includes 6 construction models for those moments when they want a little inspiration before making it their own.
• Made from sturdy wood that feels lovely to handle and stands up to enthusiastic builders.

What's in the box:

• 106 wooden construction pieces
• 6 construction model guides

Great for:

• Children aged 4 years and up
• Rainy afternoons, weekend play and screen-free downtime
• Children who love building, tinkering and figuring out how things work
• Developing problem-solving skills, creativity and fine motor skills
• Independent play or building projects with siblings, grandparents or grown-ups

Important to know:

• Suitable for ages 4+
• Includes 106 wooden pieces
• Comes with 6 model suggestions
• Made from wood
• Tested to meet European Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC
• Not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts
• Choking hazard

A little shopkeeper's tip: don't get too attached to any masterpiece. The magnificent tower they've spent twenty minutes building will almost certainly be demolished five minutes later so they can build something even better. That's where the magic happens.