Gift ideas for kids who love construction and heavy equipment
Find the perfect gift for kids interested in all things related to building, construction, and heavy equipment machines
Children of all ages and genders can be interested in construction and building as a way to explore creativity, learn about the world, and have some plain old fun. While the obsession for some can begin with simple LEGO blocks, for many, the interest can grow into wanting to play with toys or models that can operate with real mechanics. Find the best gift for the young construction enthusiast in your life with the Heavy Equipment Guide kids gift guide!
LEGO Volvo L120 Electric wheel loader
A LEGO construction toy with a realistic twist. The LEGO Technic Volvo L120 Electric wheel loader encourages anyone to think about green energy with this feature-packed model. Users can explore their engineering skills by assembling the wheel loader before creating their own construction site adventures which involves raising, lowering, and tilting the shovel. This gift can be excellent for anyone looking to share the excitement of mechanics with a young builder in their life.
Interested in expanding your LEGO fleet? Check out the Volvo L120 LEGO wheel loader.
Construction plate, placemat and utensils
Who doesn't love playing with their food? This set consisting of a construction-themed placemat, utensils and plate is perfect for little construction workers. Featuring a dozer that can push food onto a wheel loader spoon, this design helps kids develop motor skills and independence during mealtimes.
Find this set along with more plate and utensil themes here.
John Deere 2-in-1 Sand and Water Play Table
Designed for toddlers aged 18 months and up, this 2-in-1 sand and water play table includes a tractor, harvester, backhoe, farm with a full stable, 3 cows, and a farm washing station. Intricately created to teach kids about the complexities on a farm, the toy table helps young children to grow their motor skills while becoming familliar with staple farm machines.
Check out the John Deere 2-in-1 Sand and Water Play Table for the young farm worker in your life!
Heavy equipment print dress
For the younger construction enthusiast in your life, this dress features an all-over heavy equipment print and is made from a wrinkle-free fabric. It is also available as a long sleeve.
Check out the full range of sizes here.
Huina remote-controlled tower crane
Huina RC construction models are designed for people who are drawn to every aspect of the industry. The 1585 12-channel remote control tower crane features working parts, unlimited rotation, hooks that can be moved left and right, and a hook that can rise and fall. This simple toy can teach a curious kid about the intricacies of crane work while allowing a fun outlet for creative play.
Consider the 1585 12-channel remote-controlled tower crane as a gift for the heavy equipment operator in your life.
Written in partnership with AIM Recycling, this book inspires young readers and their families to learn more about the value of metal recycling and its role in the economy.
In this bold tale, a young boy learns how recycling metal keeps our world cleaner, greener, and full of possibilities. In Dinos in the Scrap Yard, material handlers become towering Brachiosauruses, shredders roar like hungry T-Rexes, and scrap metal transforms into tools for a better tomorrow.
This book is perfect for kids ages 4-8 to spark imagination through storytelling and vibrant visuals.
Pottery Barn Kids Excavator Pillow
A durable and huggable version of a popular piece of heavy equipment seen on every construction site, this Excavator Pillow is the perfect plushy for little diggers. This simple shape with a simple running stitch detailing and front features liven up the durable cotton fabric.
If you're looking for a construction-themed gift, check out the Pottery Barn Kids Excavator Pillow.
Qaba Mechanic Kids Truck Engine Toy Set in Pink
This 61 piece set includes all the essential toys to get to know how a simple engine works. The set includes 28 screws, 4 spin screws, 1 RC car key and simulated lock, unlock, and horn sound, a DIY sticker set, and more. The maintenance tasks include opening the engine cover, replacing spark plugs, removing the motor, replacing the wheel and brakes, and more to create a realistic experience. Teaching kids to start an engine has never been easier.
Start your little ones with success in life by implementing essential skills and elevated knowledge of mechanics with this truck engine toy set.
Carter's Construction Wooden Activity Toy Set
Carter's wooden construction set features cranes, cones, and trucks. Designed for tiny hands with big imaginations, this 23-piece set brings the job site to the playroom (minus the loud noises and flashing lights). Perfect for independent play to teach the basics of construction or for teamwork when little builders get together.
Pick up this wooden toy set that offers a little more creativity than basic building blocks.
Build your Liebherr Wheel Loader
The Build your Liebherr machines allow kids to playfully assemble and disasemble a Liebherr vehicle all on their own. Although simplistic in design, child-friendly tools will help kids work on their hand-eye coordination while encouraging creative thinking and problem-solving skills. The wheel loader is fully functional and consists of 17 pieces along with a matching screwdriver.
Pick up the Liebherr Wheel Loader to encourage little ones to get interested in real machinery.
JCB Kids 4-in-1 Electric Excavator
This realistic ride-on electric excavator allows kids to safely practice driving and digging. Equipment included is a canopy, front bucket, and rear digging arm that can all be installed and removed to get the model you want. A playful and effective tool to teach kids about excavators, this JCB toy operates with a remote control to drive the ride-on excavator forward, backward, stop, or change the travelling speed.
This digger is the perfect toy for kids and toddlers who want to take part in more proactive tasks when playing outdoors.
My Busy Construction Coloring Book
This busy colouring book is the perfect activity for young fans of construction vehicles and machines. Your little ones will find all kinds of construction scenes, like big buildings, bustling workers, and rumbling dump trucks. The bold pictures can help kids improve their colouring skills while providing hours of fun for little artists.
Pick up this construction-themed colouring book produced by Tiger Tales.
Old Navy Unisex construction-themed pajama set
These totally cute and unisex pajamas are perfect for any kid who loves looking at the big machines when they pass by a construction site. Perfect for summer, this short-sleeve shirt and pants combo can be mixed and matched with their other pajamas and clothes. Made of soft-washed rib-knit cotton with an elastic waistband and rib-knit cuffs, these pajamas can be worn in the summer or layered under a sweatshirt in the winter.
Pick up the "I Dig Sleep" pajama set from Old Navy.
