Free visual guide

Spinning Top Magnetic Stick Build Guide

Build spinning top with 20 magnetic balls and rods. This free guide includes an exact piece list and 4 visual stages.

  • Level 1
  • 7 min
  • 20 pieces

Finished build

See the whole spinning top first.

Build a symmetrical body around the center, then add the handle and tip.

Finished Spinning Top magnetic sticks build

Gather the pieces

Gather 20 magnetic balls and rods.

Colors can vary. Match the ball and rod types shown in the list before you begin.

PieceQuantity
Balls7
Short rods13
Total20

Build together

Follow 4 visual stages.

Use each picture as a prompt, then let the child find the next connection before moving on.

  1. Stage 1
    Spinning Top, stage 1 of 4: Build the center structure

    Build the center structure

  2. Stage 2
    Spinning Top, stage 2 of 4: Add the next outer part

    Add the next outer part

  3. Stage 3
    Spinning Top, stage 3 of 4: Add the next outer part

    Add the next outer part

  4. Stage 4
    Spinning Top, stage 4 of 4: Complete the structure

    Complete the structure

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