Free visual guide

Square Frame Magnetic Stick Build Guide

Build square frame with 8 magnetic balls and rods. This free guide includes an exact piece list and 4 visual stages.

  • Level 1
  • 4 min
  • 8 pieces

Finished build

See the whole square frame first.

Compare how a four-sided frame feels different from a triangle.

Finished Square Frame magnetic sticks build

Gather the pieces

Gather 8 magnetic balls and rods.

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

PieceQuantity
Balls4
Short rods4
Total8

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
    Square Frame, stage 1 of 4: Build the first component

    Build the first component

  2. Stage 2
    Square Frame, stage 2 of 4: Build across the next section

    Build across the next section

  3. Stage 3
    Square Frame, stage 3 of 4: Build across the next section

    Build across the next section

  4. Stage 4
    Square Frame, stage 4 of 4: Complete the structure

    Complete the structure

Continue in 3D

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