{"title":"Building Block Kits - Animals \u0026 Creatures","description":"\u003cp\u003eMechanical animals, sea life, insects and fantasy creatures: owls, lions, eagles, sharks, whales, dolphins, an octopus, a praying mantis, dragons and a cyborg skull. Hand-cranked movement out of the box, and most are compatible with the Motor \u0026amp; Battery Box Set. Part of our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/building-block-kits\"\u003ebuilding block kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mechanical-macaw-parrot-686-piece-mechanical-building-block-kit","title":"Mechanical Macaw Parrot - 686-Piece Mechanical Building Block Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eA splash of tropical colour for your desk. The Mechanical Macaw Parrot Building Block Kit captures the bold blues, sunny yellows and vivid greens of a macaw in flight-ready pose, perched on a stand that shows off every feather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 686 pieces, it's an approachable build that still rewards attention to detail. It's ideal if you're new to building block kits, or as a relaxing weekend project for experienced builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStanding about 27 cm tall once finished, it brings bright, cheerful energy to any shelf, office or study, and makes a lovely gift for bird lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Curious Mind","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67524940693794,"sku":"13052","price":359.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/2471\/0690\/files\/MechanicalMacawParrot-686-PieceMechanicalBuildingBlockKit026.jpg?v=1792421778"},{"product_id":"mechanical-flying-beetle-862-piece-mechanical-building-block-kit","title":"Mechanical Flying Beetle - 862-Piece Mechanical Building Block Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eCaught mid-take-off, this Mechanical Flying Beetle is all power and precision. Its glossy black shell splits open to reveal yellow wings and a core packed with gears, pistons and neon-green energy lines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 862-piece build is packed with layered mechanical detail, from the armoured head to the low, aerodynamic body. It's a satisfying challenge for builders who love intricate insect designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplay it on your desk or shelf as a bold conversation piece. Use the rotary knob to control the light. Insect enthusiasts and model builders alike will appreciate this bug engineered to fly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Curious Mind","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67524940824866,"sku":"13053","price":469.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/2471\/0690\/files\/MechanicalFlyingBeetle-862-PieceMechanicalBuildingBlockKit047.jpg?v=1792477665"},{"product_id":"mechanical-shark-696-piece-mechanical-building-block-kit","title":"Mechanical Shark - 687-Piece Mechanical Building Block Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eDive into the deep with this Mechanical Shark Building Block Kit. A sleek ocean-blue body opens to reveal an exposed engine core of gears, pistons and glowing-green tubes. Half apex predator, half submarine machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 687-piece build ends with your shark suspended on an engineered display stand, frozen mid-swim with its jaws wide open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an exciting build for shark fans, ocean lovers and anyone who enjoys a bit of mechanical mayhem on their shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e This model works straight out of the box using its built-in hand crank, so you can set the mechanism in motion with no extras needed. For the ultimate experience, it is also compatible with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motor-battery-box-set-power-module-for-building-block-kits\"\u003eMotor \u0026amp; Battery Box Set\u003c\/a\u003e, available separately, which powers the movement automatically and brings your build to life at the flick of a switch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Curious Mind","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67524940857634,"sku":"13054","price":469.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/2471\/0690\/files\/MechanicalShark-696-PieceMechanicalBuildingBlockKit034.jpg?v=1792480350"},{"product_id":"mechanical-praying-mantis-999-piece-mechanical-building-block-kit","title":"Mechanical Praying Mantis - 999-Piece Mechanical Building Block Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003ePatient, precise and perfectly poised. 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For the ultimate experience, it is also compatible with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motor-battery-box-set-power-module-for-building-block-kits\"\u003eMotor \u0026amp; Battery Box Set\u003c\/a\u003e, available separately, which powers the movement automatically and brings your build to life at the flick of a switch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Curious Mind","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67524940955938,"sku":"13055","price":469.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/2471\/0690\/files\/MechanicalPrayingMantis-999-PieceMechanicalBuildingBlockKit002.jpg?v=1792481823"},{"product_id":"mechanical-manta-ray-966-piece-mechanical-building-block-kit","title":"Mechanical Manta Ray - 966-Piece Mechanical Building Block Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlide into the depths with the Mechanical Manta Ray Building Block Kit. Wide navy wings stretch out from a body packed with red and silver mechanical detail, capturing the graceful, almost alien beauty of the ocean's gentle giant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 966-piece build sits on a sturdy engineered stand that keeps your manta ray mid-glide, showing off its impressive wingspan from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a calming, satisfying build and a striking centrepiece for any ocean lover's desk or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e This model works straight out of the box using its built-in hand crank, so you can set the mechanism in motion with no extras needed. 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