Free visual guide

Trapezoid Frame Magnetic Stick Build Guide

Build trapezoid frame with 10 magnetic balls and rods. This free guide includes an exact piece list and 4 visual stages.

  • Level 1
  • 4 min
  • 10 pieces

Finished build

See the whole trapezoid frame first.

Start with a long base, then angle the sides inward toward a shorter top.

Finished Trapezoid Frame magnetic sticks build

Gather the pieces

Gather 10 magnetic balls and rods.

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

PieceQuantity
Balls5
Short rods5
Total10

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

    Build the first component

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

    Build across the next section

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

    Build across the next section

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

    Complete the structure

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