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product_id: 48826075
title: "K'NEX STEAM Education | Intro to Simple Machines: Bridges | Educational Toys for Kids, STEM Learning Kit, Engineering Construction for Kids Ages 8 78640"
brand: "basic fun"
price: "$91.28"
currency: USD
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category: "Basic Fun"
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# 13 real-world bridge models Portable storage tray 207 snap-fit pieces K'NEX STEAM Education | Intro to Simple Machines: Bridges | Educational Toys for Kids, STEM Learning Kit, Engineering Construction for Kids Ages 8 78640

**Brand:** basic fun
**Price:** $91.28
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** K'NEX STEAM Education | Intro to Simple Machines: Bridges | Educational Toys for Kids, STEM Learning Kit, Engineering Construction for Kids Ages 8 78640 by basic fun
- **How much does it cost?** $91.28 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- basic fun enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted basic fun brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
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## Key Features

- • **Clean Up in a Snap:** Includes a portable storage tray with snap-on lid for hassle-free organization and quick cleanup.
- • **Snap & Go Creativity:** 207 classic K’NEX pieces snap securely for endless reassembly and imaginative engineering.
- • **STEM Learning Made Fun:** Boost critical thinking, spatial reasoning, and scientific skills with hands-on construction play.
- • **Build Like a Pro Engineer:** Create 13 fully functioning, real-world bridge replicas including truss, arch, and suspension designs.
- • **Collaborative Construction:** Designed for 2-3 kids to build together, fostering teamwork and social learning.

## Overview

The Basic Fun K'NEX STEAM Education Intro to Simple Machines: Bridges set offers 207 durable, snap-fit pieces to build 13 authentic bridge models. Designed for kids ages 8-11, it combines hands-on STEM learning with creative play, enhancing engineering skills and critical thinking. The kit includes a convenient storage tray and supports collaborative building, making it perfect for classrooms or home learning environments.

## Description

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## Features

- CLASSIC PIECES – K’NEX Education’s Intro to Structures Bridges Set consists of 207 classic pieces, including rods, stems, and connectors. Kids can attach these parts to one another in different ways, allowing them to create a variety of fully functioning bridge models. The snap-fit pieces stick together securely and can be easily reassembled into other creations.
- REAL-WORLD STRUCTURES – Build 13 fully-functioning replicas of real-life bridges. These models help educate builders about bridge infrastructure by demonstrating key bridge types, such as truss, arch, cantilever, beam, suspension, movable/bascule, and cable-stayed. Building instructions and a teacher’s guide on a CD are included, providing the information needed to build one’s understanding of scientific, technical, and design concepts.
- CONVENIENT STORAGE –Keep all K’NEX parts in one easy-to-access place. Enjoy hassle-free cleanup and storage, as this building set comes with a convenient portable storage tray with a snap-on lid.
- VERSATILE – K’NEX Education’s Intro to Structures Bridges Set is designed to enhance kids’ imaginations through the creative assembly of K’NEX pieces. Aside from the 13 bridges they can build, the set can also be used to create buildings, houses, and towers. This toy is ideal for kids from grades 3 to 5, and 2 to 3 people can work on each set.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000PQJJ42 |
| Age Range Description | 18 months and above |
| Best Sellers Rank | 93,210 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 2,615 in Toy Building Sets |
| Brand Name | Basic Fun |
| Colour | Other |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (281) |
| Educational Objective | Engineering Skills, Construction Spatial Reasoning, Scientific Thinking, Critical Thinking |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00744476786401 |
| Included Components | 1 x Building Bridges set |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 31.8 x 31.1 x 5.7 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Construction Toy |
| Item Weight | 0.3 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Basic Fun |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 77640 |
| Material Type | K'NEX parts |
| Maximum Age Recommendation | 600.00 |
| Minimum Age Recommendation | 96 |
| Model Name | Intro to Simple Machines: Bridges |
| Model Number | 78640 |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| Number of Pieces | 207 |
| Number of Players | 3 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | manual |
| Set Name | K'NEX Intro to Simple Machines: Bridges |
| Size | 8 years |
| Special Features | Easy Storage |
| Subject Character | [BLANK] |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Target Audience | Children aged 8-11 years old |
| Theme | Bildung |
| Toy Building Block Type | Interlocking Toy Building Block |
| UPC | 787799866016 616268782000 744476786401 888357831009 022791812785 |
| Unit Count | 207.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Basic Fun
- **Cartoon character:** [BLANK]
- **Colour:** Other
- **Educational objective:** Engineering Skills, Construction Spatial Reasoning, Scientific Thinking, Critical Thinking
- **Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS):** 96
- **Material:** K'NEX parts
- **Model name:** Intro to Simple Machines: Bridges
- **Number of pieces:** 207
- **Special feature:** Easy Storage
- **Theme:** Bildung

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*Last updated: 2026-07-22*