--- product_id: 311115165 title: "Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+" brand: "makedo" price: "€ 65.23" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Makedo" url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/311115165-explore-upcycled-cardboard-construction-toolkit-in-small-toolbox-50-pieces store_origin: FR region: France --- # upcycled durable cardboard eco-friendly & recyclable 50-piece reusable toolkit Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ **Brand:** makedo **Price:** € 65.23 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ♻️ Build, innovate, and play green — the future of creative learning is in your hands! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ by makedo - **How much does it cost?** € 65.23 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/311115165-explore-upcycled-cardboard-construction-toolkit-in-small-toolbox-50-pieces) ## Best For - makedo enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted makedo brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Build Beyond Limits:** Empower kids 5+ to create anything from everyday cardboard with safe, easy-to-use tools. - • **Compact & Ready to Go:** Small toolbox design perfect for home, classroom, or on-the-move creative sessions. - • **Sustainable Creativity:** Transform free, upcycled cardboard into durable, reusable masterpieces while reducing waste. - • **STEM + STEAM Powerhouse:** Hands-on learning that sparks critical thinking, engineering skills, and imaginative play. - • **Inclusive Play for All Ages:** Tools designed for little hands and big ideas—engage siblings and friends in collaborative fun. ## Overview Makedo Explore is a 50-piece upcycled cardboard construction toolkit designed for children aged 5 and up. It combines sustainable materials with reusable plastic and steel tools to foster STEM and STEAM learning through hands-on building and imaginative play. Compact and versatile, it supports solo or group projects at home or in classrooms, encouraging creativity while promoting eco-consciousness. ## Description Product description Safe-Saw Steel blade with no sharp edges. Strong enough to cut through cardboard, and safe for small hands. The Safe-Saw’s rounded teeth leave paper-cut free edges. Safe-Saw Steel blade with no sharp edges. Strong enough to cut through cardboard, and safe for small hands. The Safe-Saw’s rounded teeth leave paper-cut free edges. Mini-Tool Always on-hand for extra makers, it’s a Scru-Driver made mini. Mini-Tool Always on-hand for extra makers, it’s a Scru-Driver made mini. Fold-Roller Perforate fold lines to sculpt cardboard like a pro. Trace out cutting paths for the Safe-Saw. Fold-Roller Perforate fold lines to sculpt cardboard like a pro. Trace out cutting paths for the Safe-Saw. Scru-Driver The companion tool to the Scru connector. Connect cardboard as easily as righty tighty, lefty loosey. Enables rapid deconstruction of Makedo creations. Scru-Driver The companion tool to the Scru connector. Connect cardboard as easily as righty tighty, lefty loosey. Enables rapid deconstruction of Makedo creations. Scru The heart of the Makedo cardboard construction system. Easily and firmly connect up to 3 layers of cardboard with the Scru. Completely reusable, just a few quick turns and the Scru is released. Scru The heart of the Makedo cardboard construction system. Easily and firmly connect up to 3 layers of cardboard with the Scru. Completely reusable, just a few quick turns and the Scru is released. Scru+ The heart of the Makedo cardboard construction system. Easily and firmly connect up to 5 layers of cardboard with the Scru+. Completely reusable, just a few quick turns and the Scru+ is released. Scru+ The heart of the Makedo cardboard construction system. Easily and firmly connect up to 5 layers of cardboard with the Scru+. Completely reusable, just a few quick turns and the Scru+ is released. Kara, mom of three. My children’s all-time favourite! We have been absolutely loving our Makedo kit. The boys have been so creative with it and I love watching them collaborate and problem solve together. The tools are safe and specifically designed for little hands, it empowers them to independently repurpose cardboard into imaginative, playful and useful creations, all while developing their problem-solving skills. Makedo is a must-have for any parents wanting to keep their kids in their hands and off the screens. Highly recommend it! Upcycle cardboard You'll never look at a cardboard box the same way with your trusty Makedo tools in hand. Upcycled cardboard is free, sturdy, easily accessible & FUN! Reduce screen time We get it, enticing kids off screens is tough. Time & time again, families tell us that intuitive tools engage their kids in hands-on play for hours. Family fun Kids young and old love creating, playing and connecting with Makedo. In fact, you might love it just as much than your kids do. Durable and reusable Our reusable and durable tools mean that there are endless possibilities for building forts, costumes, games, toys and a zillion more things. Meet the Makedo Family Explore Starter Discover Invent Scru Combo 160 Tool-Case Review: Endless Creative Fun! - The kids had a blast with this toolkit! They loved building, cutting, and putting together all sorts of cardboard creations. It was a perfect way to use up the boxes we had piled up around the house, and the tools are sturdy and easy for little hands to use. Great for encouraging creativity, STEM/STEAM learning, and just plain fun. Highly recommend for both home and classroom play! Review: They work! - Works great on cardboard, kept son busy for hours building a fort. ## Features - BRING IMAGINATION TO LIFE: With Makedo's EXPLORE Toolbox, one to two kids aged 5+ can build anything they imagine. Did you know the cardboard box has been inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame? - VERSATILE AND STRONG: Cardboard is a readily available, free and unlimited building block that can be folded, sawed and hole-punched while maintaining its durability. Better still, it can be reused and recycled. - EXPAND YOUR TOOLKIT: Ideal for smaller groups and creative environments such as play time or or building projects at home. Makedo facilitates educational fun while keeping our planet green and reducing carbon footprints. - OPEN-ENDED PLAY: With the pride of independent making, Makedo creations then open the door to imaginative play where the child is the protagonist in a hack-able world of their own making. - STEM AND STEAM LEARNING: The awesomeness of Makedo is that children learn by doing, creating, and experimenting! With Makedo’s reusable cardboard construction tools, kids aged 4+ can build anything they imagine. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08X4ZJQT2 | | Age Range Description | Kid | | Best Sellers Rank | #19,166 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #41 in Toy Construction Tools | | Brand Name | Makedo | | Color | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 885 Reviews | | Educational Objective | Creative Thinking, STEM, Team Building Skills | | Included Components | Disco Ball | | Is Assembly Required | Yes | | Item Dimensions | 9.45 x 7.17 x 1.85 inches | | Item Type Name | Popdarts | | Item Weight | 3 Grams | | Manufacturer | MAKEDO | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 156.00 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 48.00 | | Manufacturer Part Number | A0050 | | Material Type | Plastic, Steel | | Model Number | ODG-A0050 | | Number of Players | Single Player | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Set Name | Explore | | Size | Small | | Supported Battery Types | No batteries required | | Theme | Creation | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Images ![Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/718oba1zzML.jpg) ![Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61baQcAGqgL.jpg) ![Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716YcPhmcEL.jpg) ![Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Zmm0wuQ0L.jpg) ![Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81TbusGnMNL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is included in this package?** A: Exactly what you see on the front of the package: one screwdriver, one cardboard cutter, and screws of two different sizes (21 shorter and 7 longer ones). **Q: Where can I find the online video with instructions?** A: We posted at the website for Makedo Cardboard Construction, we have built a lot since but he's moving again and we will be posting more there about forts built for nerf gun wars. **Q: Do you also sell cardboard?** A: No, we only sell the tools for cardboard construction - to safely cut, connect and create. In the spirit of making do, you need to find the cardboard locally. Here are a few ideas for where to get started: - A spare box from Amazon - In your home recycling bin - At the your local store (grocery, hardware, bicycle shops, picture framers, etc) - At second-hand box suppliers or cardboard recycling plants **Q: Does this come with the safe saw that it shows in the picture???** A: No. It comes with 2 different sized screws and the mini screwdriver tool. The saw in the pictures is sold separately. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Endless Creative Fun! *by M***9 on October 27, 2025* The kids had a blast with this toolkit! They loved building, cutting, and putting together all sorts of cardboard creations. It was a perfect way to use up the boxes we had piled up around the house, and the tools are sturdy and easy for little hands to use. Great for encouraging creativity, STEM/STEAM learning, and just plain fun. Highly recommend for both home and classroom play! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ They work! *by A***R on April 7, 2026* Works great on cardboard, kept son busy for hours building a fort. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rainy day fun!! *by K***N on March 5, 2026* We were first introduced to these tools at a library program and knew that they would be a perfect birthday gift. Rainy days will never be dull again when we can spend time building with cardboard with these tools. Perfect for any age! (Well probably not itty bitty kids, but 3 or 4+!) ## Frequently Bought Together - Makedo Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ - Makedo SCRU Combo 160 | 160 Piece Mix, SCRU & SCRU+ for Kids Age 4+ | Perfect for Classroom STEM and STEAM Learning --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.fr/products/311115165-explore-upcycled-cardboard-construction-toolkit-in-small-toolbox-50-pieces](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/311115165-explore-upcycled-cardboard-construction-toolkit-in-small-toolbox-50-pieces) --- *Product available on Desertcart France* *Store origin: FR* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*