What is the Original Polydron Bridges Set?

The Original Polydron Bridges Set (code 10-9010) is a 134-piece engineering construction kit from Polydron for children aged 9 and over. It lets children build any of eight bridges, one at a time, and recreate iconic bridges from around the world. Twelve work cards and lesson plans give step-by-step instructions for each build.

What bridges can you build with the Polydron Bridges Set?

The 134 pieces come in a wide variety of shapes, shown in a key. The work cards guide children through truss, suspension, cantilever, drawbridge, cablestay, swing and bascule bridges. Polydron describes the set as a chance for budding civil engineers and designers to build and test several types of bridge design. Once the cards are complete, children can go beyond them and experiment with their own creations. The boxed set measures 43 x 31 x 15 cm and weighs 2.6 kg.

For schools

• Supports STEM and design and technology work on structures at upper KS2 and KS3.
• Twelve work cards and lesson plans give teachers a ready structure for a unit on bridges.
• Pupils can build, test and compare different bridge designs in small groups.
• Dishwasher safe at 70°C, which helps keep shared classroom resources clean.
• Gives SEND provision and intervention groups a hands-on way into engineering ideas.

For parents and home use

• Gives children aged 9 and over a focused building project for home learning.
• Step-by-step work cards help children work independently and build confidence.
• Joining and positioning the pieces gives regular fine motor practice.
• Open-ended building lets children design and test their own bridges after the set builds.

Supporting learners with SEND and learning differences

Hands-on construction helps many learners with SEND and learning differences understand ideas that can feel abstract on paper. Building a bridge lets children see and feel how a structure carries weight, rather than reading about it. The step-by-step work cards break each build into clear, visual stages. Handling and joining the pieces also builds fine motor control, and children can repeat a build as often as they need.

The Original Polydron Bridges Set is available to order from The Dyslexia Shop, a UK specialist in resources for SEND and learning differences, for use in the classroom or at home.

• Contents: 134 pieces in a wide variety of shapes, shown in a key, plus twelve work cards and lesson plans
• Total pieces: 134
• Bridge types: Truss, suspension, cantilever, drawbridge, cablestay, swing and bascule
• Builds: Any of eight bridges, one at a time
• Material: BPA free and 100% recyclable
• Packed dimensions (L x W x H): 43 x 31 x 15 cm
• Weight: 2.6 kg
• Age: 9 years and over
• Care: Dishwasher safe at 70°C
• Brand: Polydron (Original Polydron Bridges range)
• Polydron product code: 10-9010
• Barcode (EAN-13): 5060164530886

• Eight bridges in one box. Children can build eight different bridges, one at a time, from a single 134-piece set.
• Lessons ready to go. Twelve work cards and lesson plans give step-by-step instructions for teachers and families.
• Real engineering designs. Covers truss, suspension, cantilever, drawbridge, cablestay, swing and bascule bridges.
• Easy to keep clean. Pieces are dishwasher safe at 70°C for shared classroom use.
• Trusted UK supplier. Supplied by The Dyslexia Shop, a UK specialist in resources for SEND and learning differences.

What's in the Box

• 134 x assorted Polydron Bridges pieces, as shown in the key
• 12 x work cards and lesson plans

Care and Cleaning

Dishwasher safe at 70°C.

Safety and Age Suitability

Suitable for ages 9 years and over. Warning: choking hazard due to small parts, not suitable for children under 3 years. Strangulation hazard due to long cords.

Delivery and Returns

Standard UK delivery applies. See our Delivery and Returns page for full details.

• What is the Original Polydron Bridges Set?
  The Original Polydron Bridges Set is a 134-piece bridge building kit made by Polydron. Children use it to build any of eight bridges, one at a time, and recreate famous bridges from around the world. Twelve work cards and lesson plans with step-by-step instructions are included, so children can learn how different bridge designs work.
• What age is the Polydron Bridges Set suitable for?
  The Polydron Bridges Set is suitable for children aged 9 years and over. The work cards guide children through each build step by step, while the open-ended pieces let older learners design their own bridges. The set contains small parts and long cords, so keep it away from children under 3 years.
• Which bridges can children build with the Polydron Bridges Set?
  Children can build truss, suspension, cantilever, drawbridge, cablestay, swing and bascule bridges. The set builds eight bridges in total, one at a time, using the twelve work cards. After completing the cards, children are encouraged to go beyond the set designs and test their own bridge ideas.
• How can teachers use the Polydron Bridges Set in the classroom?
  Teachers use the Polydron Bridges Set for STEM and design and technology lessons on structures. The twelve work cards and lesson plans give a ready-made sequence of builds. Pupils can work in small groups to build, test and compare bridge designs, and the pieces are dishwasher safe at 70°C for easy cleaning.
• Is the Polydron Bridges Set good for learning at home?
  Yes, the Polydron Bridges Set suits home learning for children aged 9 and over. The step-by-step work cards let children build with growing independence, and each finished bridge gives a clear sense of achievement. Positioning and joining the pieces also gives useful fine motor practice during an enjoyable building project.
• Is it suitable for children with SEND or learning differences?
  Yes, many children with SEND and learning differences benefit from hands-on resources like Polydron Bridges. Building a real structure makes engineering ideas visible and touchable rather than abstract. The work cards break each build into clear stages, and adults can adjust the pace so each child can repeat and succeed.
• What comes in the Polydron Bridges Set box?
  The box contains 134 pieces in a wide variety of shapes, shown in a key, plus twelve work cards and lesson plans. The boxed set measures 43 x 31 x 15 cm and weighs 2.6 kg, according to Polydron. Polydron states that the pieces are BPA free and 100% recyclable.