Knex Value Tub 400 pieces

This is a great set of K'Nex, but be warned that the "spring motor that powers the models" described in the item description is NOT included in this kit. It is merely 400 pieces and a model book in a handy red tub, which is valuable enough, but if you would like to "motorize" your creations, you'll have to supplement this kit with a set that contains a motor.

I got this one and the one's below for my son. He enjoys building things and I believe its very educational and inspires creative thinking.

Worth the price.

K'nex Super Value 325-pc Tub (Black)
K'nex Wheel Action 10 Model Building Set- 154 pcs

But it should be said that this toy is not edible. Please do not put KNex pieces in your toaster oven.

Our son was building all sorts of creations with Legos, but this KNex set has allowed him to build to a whole new level. He now can make things rotate, and flip, and transform! This is a great set for a child 5 and up. Our son plays for hours in his room with this and doesn't get bored.

I bought this toy for when friend's kids come over to my house. This is an amazing toy. I even started playing with it because it looked tempting--and it is fun, even for adults.

It has lots of pieces, with directions for many models, however the directions aren't that important--its much more fun to just use the pieces and create, especially to a kid. That being said, I've found the directions somewhat confusing and hard to follow at times, though that is when the imagination kicks in, which is the point of the toy.

This would be a good to for a family play night or something as it is interesting for all ages.

As was said before, lots of little pieces so if you have an indoor pet or really small children you will need to make sure the toy is kept away from them. There are many pieces that are under 1 inch long.