A brick isn’t just a brick…it’s a gateway beyond. I’ve seen this. I’ve lived this. And I believe with all my heart, creativity inspires creation.
I love watching my boys play with Mega Construx building sets. For me, the satisfaction is two-fold. First, it’s gratifying to see them quietly following instructions and work towards assembling a complete toy. They are improving their concentration, comprehension, and most of all, honing their ability to see a task through to completion. These are skills that are necessary for all school-aged children, and if they can fine tune them while having fun, I’m all for it.
However, it’s after they’ve completely assembled a toy and broken it apart that the magic begins. It’s when their imagination takes over and allows them to think outside the instructions – it allows them to Build Beyond.
Each brick represents an opportunity to not only build a new toy – it’s a chance to build a better community. Because it is through play that we seek to inspire children to build a better world; in the right hands, these bricks show us what’s possible when we all fit together.
Is your child a “Beyonder?” Beyonders are children who have big imaginations that help us see beyond our differences. They challenge the norm, invent the unexpected and ultimately build a better world. I’d like to think both my boys are Beyonders; their relentless pursuit for information opens their minds to infinite possibilities. They’re learning that if they can dream it, they can do it.
Earlier this year, Mega Construx challenged children from across Canada to be a Beyonder. Among the submissions, they selected 10 winners to help them construct a giant monument that celebrates diversity, unity and acceptance. The large-scale monument, constructed out of over a million of Mega Construx bricks, will be revealed next Wednesday, May 10th at the Ottawa Children’s Festival. Working with a local Canadian architect, Jean Beaudoin, and Mega Construx Master Builders, the winning team of children will showcase their skills and creative thinking prowess.
Do your children stick to the instructions or use the bricks as a way to build a better future? Mega Construx bricks are compatible with other toy bricks, making it easy to discover new possibilities. They fit – just like we all fit – together.
Sometimes, my boys like to follow the booklet. It’s a great feeling, knowing they can stick to a task, and enjoy the rewards after putting in the effort.
Sometimes, they build beyond.
To see what’s new with Mega Construx, and how to build big, bright adventures, visit www.megaconstrux.com.
This post was sponsored by Mega Construx. The opinions on this blog, as always, are my own.
Looks like they have some fun kits. I know with my nieces/nephews they usually build the kit once and then after that they let their imagination take over.
Well written post Lena! I totally agree with you that creativity inspires creation. Megaconstrux building sets challenges young kids to use their own imagination and be proud of their little creation whatever that may be. My little grandson’s 7th birthday is coming up soon and I think this will make a great birthday gift.
I agree! It’s amusing to watch kids build things out of their imagination. The creativity they have is something else. My daughter isn’t there yet but when she is, you bet I’ll have some of these building blocks to let her express her little mind, and become a Beyonder.
Such an amazing challenge for our kids and opportunity to let their creativity blossom.
my girls are still too young so they definitely dont stick to the instructions right now. their minds just build
Mega Construx looks very cool and fun to play with! Hours of fun guaranteed!!!
Thanks Lena for the introduction i have been checking these sets out with my grandson and he’s so excited,we will be ordering for his birthday next month,he loves being creative !
Looks like a fun building set! Thanks for the review.
I love watching and seeing what the kids will build, they have such a wide imagination and I llove how their brains work!!
I think imagination and creation toys are the best ones! I love how the Mega Construx bricks are compatible with other ones.
Looks like a great tool to unleash their creativity!
I love giving the kids toys like this that spark their imaginations. They build new worlds and play out different scenarios.
I really like building toys. It definitely inspires imagination and creativity.
Looks like fun! What a great way to be creative and play while developing your mind.
such great fun , my grandson loves building this kinda stuff , he amazes me some time how creative he can be :) thanks for sharing :)
My little guy has Asperger’s. He loves building toys like this. I am going to look into buying him a set for his birthday next month. I know that he would enjoy it.
I’ve not heard of Mega Construx and this post was a nice introduction. It’s toys like these that are great for kids for all of the reasons you mentioned. I’m amazed sometimes at what kids can come up with.
Our six-year-old LOVES following the books. He thinks it’s wonderful how helpful they are lol
I loved Lego when I was a kid and these seem like a serious upgrade on the basic blocks. It’s amazing what kids can come up with to build!
I’m so happy you posted this i ordered a set for my grandson and he says it was the best gift ever.
Building things gets kids to be creative and use their imagination which is what they need for a successful life and future
I like toys that inspire creativity!
Nice creative toys, it really helps with their potential
These sound amazing. I love toys that spark imagination and allows kids to create to their hearts’ content!