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Explore Kit

Explore Kit

5(627 ratings)

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$19.99at MakedoChecked Nov 10

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $19.99 at Makedo on Nov 10.

Our take on the Explore Kit

The Makedo Explore Kit is an entry-level cardboard construction set: safe tools that let kids cut cardboard and join pieces with reusable connectors. It turns up-cycled boxes into castles, critters and costumes, and the tools store in a handy tray. It suits younger makers and families new to Makedo; larger kits add more tools and connectors for bigger builds and multiple kids working at once.

Best forKids new to cardboard buildingFamilies crafting with delivery boxesRainy-day and classroom makingGifts for hands-on kids
Pros
  • Safe, kid-friendly cutting and connecting tools
  • Reusable connectors, so builds can be taken apart
  • Encourages up-cycling and open-ended play
  • Compact starter set with a storage tray
  • Builds fine-motor and planning skills
Cons
  • Small tool count limits how many kids can build at once
  • Cardboard and extra connectors are not included
  • Younger children still need adult help with thicker board
  • Builds are limited by the cardboard you collect

Explore Kit prices at every store

  • MakedoNew

    In stockShips from Australia · duties may applyReturn policy

    $19.99Checked Nov 10
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What reviewers say

  • 5 / 5627 ratings

Rated 5 out of 5 across 627 ratings, buyers treat it as a well-loved starter set that gets kids building fast. Parents and teachers praise how safe and simple the tools are and how long kids stay engaged.

What people mention
  • SafetyPraisedBuyers say the tools are safe enough for children to use with little supervision.
  • Ease of usePraisedReviewers find the cutting and connecting simple enough for beginners to start right away.
  • EngagementPraisedOwners report kids stay absorbed in building for long stretches.
  • Connector countMixedSome wish the kit came with more connectors for larger builds.
  • Cardboard supplyMixedUsers note you need to keep collecting boxes to have material to build with.

About the Explore Kit

The Makedo Explore Kit is an entry-level set of tools for building with up-cycled cardboard. Kids use the tools to cut and connect cardboard, turning it into things like a gnome, a knight, a critter or a castle.

The kit is low-tech and designed to make cardboard construction simple and safe. Building with it encourages imagination and 21st Century skills.

A storage tray is included for keeping the tools together.

In the box
Makedo tools for cutting and connecting cardboard, storage tray
Use
Cardboard construction with up-cycled cardboard
Level
Entry level

Questions and answers

What age is the Explore Kit for?
It is aimed at children around 5 and up, with adult help for younger makers. The tools are designed to be safe for kids to handle.
What is included in the box?
The kit contains Makedo cutting and connecting tools plus a storage tray. Cardboard is not included; you supply your own boxes.
Can the connectors be reused?
Yes. The connectors are designed to be undone so builds can be taken apart and the parts used again.
How does it compare with larger Makedo kits?
This is the entry-level set with fewer tools and connectors. Larger kits add more pieces for bigger builds and more kids building together.
Do I need special cardboard?
No. Ordinary corrugated delivery boxes work well; thinner board is easier for small hands to cut.
Is it good for classrooms?
It works as a making-station activity, though one kit suits a small group; several kits help a full class build at once.
Where is the Explore Kit cheapest?
At Makedo, for $19.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Explore Kit?
Rated 5 out of 5 from 627 ratings.

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