A new approach to toys: How playstilin® CONNECT! combines creativity and mental stimulation
Combining modeling clay and building components is more than just fun—it promotes STEM skills, creativity, and spatial thinking. Discover why the CONNECT! play system holistically supports children's development and is ideal for curious minds.
When imagination meets design
What happens when the free formability of modeling clay meets the structure of building blocks? The result is playstilin® CONNECT! – an innovative play system that combines two popular play worlds into a completely new experience. Children can give free rein to their creativity while thinking constructively. They create organic shapes from modeling clay for children and combine them with sturdy components to form impressive constructions.
CONNECT! is more than the sum of its parts. It is a game concept that integrates different ways of thinking: intuitive, artistic design with modeling clay and logical, systematic construction with building blocks. This combination makes CONNECT! a unique STEM toy for children aged 5 and up that activates both the left and right sides of the brain.
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What makes CONNECT! so special?
Creative building with modeling clay – completely reimagined
While traditional modeling clay is usually used in two dimensions on a surface, creative building with modeling clay and building blocks opens up a third dimension. Children learn to plan structures that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also need to be stable. They experiment with balance, gravity, and statics—playfully and without even realizing it.
Combining play dough with building blocks also means switching between different materials and utilizing their properties: Play dough is soft, malleable, and ideal for details. Building blocks are solid, stackable, and perfect for load-bearing structures. Children intuitively learn which material is suitable for which purpose—a valuable skill for later problem-solving thinking.
Promoting STEM skills through play
CONNECT! has been specifically developed as a STEM toy for children aged 5 and up. It promotes basic skills in mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and technology:
Mathematics: Children work with shapes, sizes, patterns, and symmetries. They learn terms such as "higher," "wider," and "more stable" and develop a sense of proportion.
Science: Through experimentation, they learn about physical principles: What happens when the tower gets too tall? What does the base need to look like for the structure to hold? Which connections are stable?
Technology: Children go through a real development process—from the idea to planning to implementation and optimization. They learn that mistakes are part of the process and that problems can be solved through adaptation.
These early STEM experiences lay the foundation for later interest in technical and scientific subjects—all while playing.
Develop spatial thinking
The ability to visualize objects in three-dimensional space is fundamental to many areas of life—from mathematics and architecture to everyday tasks such as packing a suitcase. CONNECT! trains precisely this ability. Children have to think ahead: What does my construction look like from all sides? Does this part fit here? What happens if I add something here?
This mental rotation and spatial planning are skills that improve with practice—and CONNECT! offers precisely this practice in a playful, motivating context.
The innovation in play dough and building sets & construction toys!
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- Unique combination of different play concepts,
with innovative functionality through the combination of play masses with building and play elements for constructive-creative design!
- Developed in cooperation with neuroscientists!
- Equally attractive and challenging for girls and boys!
- A STEM play concept for fun and natural learning!
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Who is CONNECT! suitable for?
Little builders aged 5 and up
STEM toys for children aged 5 and up are ideal for preschoolers and children starting school. At this age, children develop an interest in more complex constructions and are already able to plan ahead. They have the necessary fine motor skills to work precisely with both modeling clay and building blocks.
CONNECT! grows with the child: younger children build simple towers and figures, while older children develop complex structures, vehicles, or imaginative worlds. The system offers almost unlimited possibilities and therefore never becomes boring.
Creative thinkers and inventors
Children who enjoy building, constructing, and being creative will find CONNECT! to be their ideal toy. It combines the advantages of classic building block systems with the artistic freedom of modeling clay—no restrictions, no rules, just endless possibilities.
Parents who value encouragement
If you are looking for play dough for children that is more than just a pastime, CONNECT! is the right choice. It promotes cognitive, motor, and creative skills at the same time and prepares children for school learning in a playful way.
Educators and therapists
CONNECT! is also a valuable resource in kindergartens, preschools, and therapeutic settings. It enables differentiated work at various levels and can be easily integrated into educational concepts.
What can you build with CONNECT!?
The possibilities are endless! Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Architecture: Houses with plasticine walls and building block windows, bridges, towers, entire cities
- Vehicles: Cars with building block wheels and plasticine bodies, airplanes, spaceships
- Animal worlds: Zoo animals with plasticine bodies and building block enclosures
- Fantasy creatures: monsters, robots, dragons—anything your imagination can conjure up
- Ball tracks: ramps made of building blocks, obstacles made of modeling clay
- Sculptures: Abstract works of art that stand firm and impress
Every creation is unique, every idea can be realized. That's what makes creative building with modeling clay so exciting—there are no limits!
The quality you can expect
Like all playstilin® products, CONNECT! also impresses with the highest quality and safety standards:
- Vegan, allergen-free play dough – safe for all children
- Free from fragrances and softeners – skin-friendly and harmless
- Durable, stable components – Made in Europe
- Perfectly coordinated – modeling clay and building blocks harmonize perfectly
- In a practical box – neatly stored and easy to transport
The modeling clay with building components is designed to be neither too sticky nor too firm—the ideal consistency for stable construction and creative design.
Why parents love CONNECT!
"Finally, a toy that really challenges and stimulates my child—and is fun too!"
Parents appreciate CONNECT! because:
- Long-lasting enjoyment: Children are often engrossed in play for hours on end.
- Screen-free activities: Active, tactile play instead of passivity
- Promotion of important skills: STEM, creativity, fine motor skills, perseverance
- Clean and safe: No mess, no health concerns
- Combinable: Can be expanded with other playstilin® products
Discover CONNECT! – the toy for little builders and creative thinkers.
Ready for a new play experience? Discover our CONNECT! range and find the perfect set for your child. Whether it's a starter set or a large box, this is where creative building with modeling clay begins on a whole new level.