- Fort Building Kit for Kids Ages 4-12, STEM Building Toy | 86 Rods & 44 Balls, Build Forts, Tunnels & Castles, Indoor/Outdoor Play, Storage Bag, STEM Gift for Kids

This product was a lot of fun for our winter days stuck inside. It allowed my kids to be creative and have their own unique space to play. It was too hard for my kids to put together by themselves (5 and 4) so assembly was 100% on me, but if you have older kids they may be able to do it by themselves. You will need a Large sheet like king or bigger or two to drape across. I did not have this and used blankets. I don’t recommend this because it adds too much weight. The instructions come with a lot of different ideas of things to make which is fun but you will need an adult or older kid to figure out each step. Overall it’s nice that you can build it, play, take it down and create something new. I do wish the instructions were more descriptive with each step, the wording was a little confusing. Overall I would say because of versatility and creative play it’s a 5 but for instructions and putting together I would say 4.

This kit is awesome!! As other reviews mentioned, you do need an adult to assemble it as the rods and joints fit together quite snuggly. But that wasn’t an issue for me. It just reassured me that it wouldn’t just fall apart on the kids as they play. We chose the “bunker” design for our first fort. It only took me about 25 mins to assemble that design. While assembling it did feel a little flimsy, however once it came together it did feel more sturdy. We used a few king sized flat sheets and some smaller blankets to cover the whole structure. I purchased some clips and battery operated lights as suggested and they all work out beautifully! The clips and even strong enough to hold an ipad up as a small tv for the fort! My daughter recently broke her arm at school and this has been a nice distraction and safe activity for her to still have some fun! We love it so much I am purchasing a second kit to make even larger forts!!! Definitely recommend to anyone tired of lugging furniture around and having your couches used up for a fort for the kids!!!! Love the little storage bag that comes with it too!

It’s a little tricky for my kids (5,3) to stick together because you have to really force them together but it holds well enough. I found standard blanket are too heavy for them to hold without bending but flat sheets work great! I would get maybe 2 or more packs if you want to build anything big or crazy but one pack is enough for a small fort for my kids. The kids seem happy!

**update 1 year later* She’s still playing with this and loves it. Haven’t heard of anything breaking but she’s not a super roughhousing kid. I would definitely recommend this for most kids (not super rough players)** Got this for a visit from my 4 year old niece. I wouldn’t expect a child under the age of probably 6-7 to be able to do this without safety/sturdiness concerns. I assembled a tall fort. The poles don’t fit into the spheres the best, and I’m unclear on why the spheres have specific orientation (arrows need to go UP). I believe I used reasonable force to insert the poles but they never felt secure (either didn’t insert far or felt easily removed). The poles definitely bend easily under a small amount of force but none broke so their flexibility is decent. Generally I really enjoyed this but would advise caution based on the above observations. I wouldn’t expect this to last more than probably 10-15 builds. If allowing a child to assemble I wouldn’t be surprised if poles got broken. The structure was wobbly at best but held, though I did build mine tall to save my back so that’s a contributing factor. For the price and fun its a good buy. $60 is definitely more than I wanted to spend but in the current market I suppose it’s a decent deal. Looking forward to seeing what else we can build. Appreciate the storage bag.

It is fairly flimsy and the sticks easily fall out of the connecting balls. It can be frustrating for young builders.

I would give this zero stars if I could. This is one of the worst purchases I have made on Amazon. I am floored that this has any high reviews. The product I received has holes in the balls that are too loose and shallow for the poles to stay in. The parts do not click together whatsoever. Its a balancing act of trying to make a grid where all the poles just keep falling out of the 'connecting balls,' The balls are also very heavy compared to the poles, making it an even more difficult balancing act. It is impossible to build a structure for an adult, there is no possible way a child could successfully build this. Even if it could be built without constantly falling apart, there is no way you could get inside and play. You need the grid inside to attempt to hold it together, so there is no room to go inside. Plus, you can't bump it or touch it AT ALL or it completely falls apart. Its a total mess. This was a Christmas gift, and so my window for a return is gone. I am beyond disappointed by this product. My kids are beyond disappointed by this product. I feel absolutely duped by the promises of this 'toy.' It also doesn't come with a blanket or cover, not that the structure I receieved could ever support one. Buyer beware, do not waste your money on this thing. It is so bad, this is the first review I have ever felt compelled to make to warn others.

Let me start by saying this is the coolest invention for kids. We absolutely love this set. Very sturdy and versatile. When I say "we" I mean my 5 year old and her dad who do not mind mess clutter. It is large and in charge which is nice for her to play but if you have a small house or space for this type of play, be forewarned, it can be overwhelming putting it up and taking it down if the space is needed in a pinch. Very well made. Highly recommend for people who are not OCD about clutter in their space like I am

This is awesome!! My little one LOVES building with these

I purchased the Tiny Land Fort Building Kit for my kids, and it has been a huge hit! With 130 pieces, this set provides endless possibilities for creative play. My 6 and 8-year-olds have spent hours building everything from castles and towers to play tents, both indoors and outdoors. The pieces are sturdy, easy to connect, and just the right size for little hands to handle. What I love most is that this kit encourages STEM learning through play. It helps my kids develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and teamwork as they figure out how to construct different structures. The instructions are easy to follow, but my kids also enjoy coming up with their own designs, which has been fantastic for their imagination. The set is well-made and durable, holding up well even after multiple play sessions. It’s lightweight, making it easy to move around and disassemble when needed. Overall, this is a wonderful toy for kids who love to build and create. I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a fun, educational, and engaging activity for their children!

Easy to use Sturdy Fun and creative

Difficult to out the rods in the balls.

Very tough for kids to put together. The balls are tricky to insert the rods. I had to help my 6 year old and it wasn’t easy for me either. We’ve tried to build 2 structures and it wasn’t enjoyable for anyone.

Slightly disappointed in the quality. Was really expecting the rods to be more sturdy, thus affecting the stability. I was also hoping the assembly would be more kids friendly, but it requires an adult to assemble it. Otherwise, it did perform as it should and still beats rearranging furniture and balancing blankets.