Tiny Land Fort Building Kit Creative Fort Indoor Outdoor for 5-12 Years Old Boys and Girls STEM Building Toys with Storage Bag DIY Castles Tunnels with 86 Rods and 44 Balls

Two things to note, the balls are made of a very very dense, firm foam and the poles are plastic that has a bit of give. This told me two things. The poles and balls must be assembled to each other BEFORE you build the tent. DO NOT lean on the pole from above to try to push it down together, the poles will bend. Not a dent bend, but a bow. This also told me straight away that it needs to be a series of lighter sheets or one dense sheet as the poles may bow over time. The holes on the balls are tight, not too too tight, but tight enough my 5 year old could not assemble it alone and tight enough it was like I was swinging from my old school monkey bars for too long. My hands burned for a bit after. It was rough. BUT! And it is a very key thing to this entire plot...My kid told me she wanted a castle. I built her a castle. I used all the balls and had spare poles. The structure is sound...except when facing cats. I have twice now had two cats jump on the sheet thinking its a stable surface and pull the whole sheet down with them in it. The tent remained and we got a good laugh out of it. If you have no pets, clips may work. Due to the pole bend potential, I do not recommend them if you have pets. Before I had the sheet on it my daughter was already bringing in toys, a light, pillows and a blanket. The build possibilities are endless with a little elbow grease. I will be buying a second box. This is a wonderful setup.

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.

Bought this for 7 year old daughter who likes to build these types of "forts" where she puts chairs, tables, or any household item next to each other just so she could drape a bedsheet over them and pretend its a tent fortress she can play under. It's a great set, but I was hoping she would be able to build it on her own without adult supervision. It's actually quite hard to put the sticks into the holes in the ball connectors & have to use a lot of force to push the sticks in securely while twisting the stick. As an adult, I found my wrist and forearms a little sore afterwards. No way can a young child do this themselves. Also, you really have to pay attention to the way the ball connector is oriented in order to put the sticks in and connect them in a way that will allow for the next set of sticks to connect to it, specifically when sticks need to position at angles. Also, you pretty much get the exact number of sticks and connector balls to build the exact types of forts pictured in the instruction booklet. Great item if you want to always be there to put this together for your kid.

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

​My kids love it! Even my 2-year-old was able to join the fun and help us build. It’s surprisingly easy to put together and just as easy to store away when they’re done. Definitely a win for keeping the living room tidy!

Great to build forts, easy enough our 7 year old could do by herself, 5 year old needs a bit of help. Note: if you want to cover the fort with a sheet (anything heavier, would prob make it tip or sway), make sure you move/adjust the fort structure where you want it first, otherwise some of the pegs can pop out. Simple and clear instructions, make sure to watch arrow direction on balls, it makes a difference if making the designs given. The one bigger design was one ball shy of being able to complete (though all 130 pieces were in the kit). I emailed the customer service provided on the instructions, and quickly got a reply that they would send an extra ball in the mail, free of charge. When it arrived, they'd even sent extra. Very happy with the product thus far. My only feedback was it would be nice to have some other colour options.

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!

I bought this for my 6 year old Grandson for his birthday, he absolutely loved it. What I like about it is you can by another kit and add on to it.

This is our second kit from the same vendor/distributor. Very well made. Only issue is that it's tough to insert the rods in the balls, especially considering that this is for kids, but require an adult to help. This is explained in the manuals, but not on the product page.

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.