LaQ (pronounced as La Kyuu) is a very simple, yet highly creative construction toy.
Its uniqueness comes from its Japanese design - just 7 types of block parts (2 base parts and 5 connector parts) allow you to make an infinite possibility of creative 2D and 3D models.
Invented and made in Japan, it delights children of all ages with a building experience using their senses of sight, sound and touch. LaQ is suitable for children from the age of 4 years and above.
LaQ accelerates left and right brain learning simply through play.
It has been used in over 3000 kindergartens, childcare centres, schools and holiday programs around the world for over 25 years
It has also won many international toy awards including the Dr. Toy awards for Top 10 Building, Top 10 Creative and 100 Best categories.
Most children can start playing with LaQ from 4 years old. LaQ engages children in sensory play using:
Sight - over 12 bright visually appealing colours.
Sound - LaQ parts make a fun "snap" sound when connecting, letting you know that the parts are firmly connected.
Touch - which starts with the feel of the high Japanese quality, but also from the satisfying Snap connection. To some people, this is similar to popping bubble wrap!
By being engaged with all of their senses, children easily concentrate and learn simply through playing
Starting with flat 2D models. The 2D models are made with parts #1, #2, #3 and #4 only. Starting with lifesize 2D templates, children learn how to follow simple instructions.
Creating simple 3D models. Children rapidly move onto building simpler 3D models, developing their fine motor skills and spatial ability.
Mastering techniques. More advanced models require building groups of parts together, and connection of groups together. The special Hamacron wheel and shaft parts, allow even more possibilities.
LaQ stimulates both left and right brainthinking at the same time, which is one of the foundations for STEM development - Critical and Creative Thinking.
Key areas include:
Creativity and Expression
Social Development
Logical Thinking and Problem Solving
Concentration and Perseverance
Fine Motor Skills and Dexterity
We have provided an Education Pack that provides ideas, structured activities and inspiration for using LaQ in the classroom.
The pack provides instructions sheets for building techniques, a library of instructions for starter 2D and 3D models, as well as further ideas for using LaQ in the classroom.
For more inspiration - subscribe to our mailing list, visit our Instagram page, or read this article from a primary school teacher about her use of LaQ in the classroom
Product Name |
Storage Case |
Pieces |
Instructions For |
Suitable For |
Basic 801 |
1 |
1800 pieces in 12 colours 60 Hamacron parts |
42 Models |
2-3 kids |
Basic 2800 |
1 |
2800 pieces in 12 colours 60 Hamacron parts |
30 Models |
4-5 kids |
Basic 8400 | 2 |
8400 pieces in 12 colours 120 Hamacron parts |
50 models | 10-12 kids |
...The greatest benefit has been that there is no restriction for them. They can opt to use the templates that you provided (and many did when they first started exploring the toy), or they can experiment with their own designs and ideas.
...In relation to social learning, I noticed that the children were excited about exploring LaQ on their own but also very excited about trying to make some of the creations that they saw their peers create.
Kindergarten Teacher
...LaQ is a creative, open ended, construction product unlike any other... it is incredible that these simple pieces have such a variety of uses...children as young as 4 years can use this, alongside older children, teens
...I noticed very quickly the level of concentration that children apply when using LaQ. They are completely engaged and choose to stay with building even when things that normally distract them come along.
Primary School Teacher - where learning meets play
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