Free visual guide

Swing Magnetic Stick Build Guide

Build swing with 18 magnetic balls and rods. This free guide includes an exact piece list and 4 visual stages.

  • Level 1
  • 9 min
  • 18 pieces

Finished build

See the whole swing first.

Brace the top beam with angled legs, then hang the seat from the middle.

Finished Swing magnetic sticks build

Gather the pieces

Gather 18 magnetic balls and rods.

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

PieceQuantity
Balls8
Short rods10
Total18

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
    Swing, stage 1 of 4: Build the first component

    Build the first component

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

    Build across the next section

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

    Build across the next section

  4. Stage 4
    Swing, stage 4 of 4: Complete the structure

    Complete the structure

Continue in 3D

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