Some names are just synonymous with smart. Harvard for example. When you hear the name Harvard, it just makes you think of smart people. That's why we're excited about a new blog post that recommends building blocks as a Christmas present for kids. It's not just anyone saying it, it's Harvard University! That's like, one of the smartest places on Earth! Specifically, it's Dr. Claire McCarthy, a paediatrician and faculty editor of the Harvard Health Blog who recommends three types of toys for parents to get their children for the holidays:...

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas out there. Lights, smiles, Santa, elves, trees and all the magical stuff that comes with the holiday. We wanted to have a look at some amazing Christmas facts and share them with you.  Grab your Click-A-Brick building blocks, make some Christmas decorations and have a look at this mind-blowing infographic courtesy of Sociable Blog. JOIN THE FUN CLUB

It’s Christmas time and that means there is a lot of magic in the air. Sometimes Christmas magic comes from Christmas spirit, but other times it’s made with a little help from good, old-fashioned science. Today, we’re going to look at how to create a magic Christmas tree using Christmas science with the help of Curiosity on YouTube. Let’s get started! What you’ll need: Blotting Paper 1 Tbsp. Household Ammonia 6 Tbsp. Table Salt 6 Tbsp. Warm Water 6 Tbsp. Liquid Laundry Bluing Small Container Small Dish or Saucer Food...

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We are super excited for Saturday! This Saturday, Nov. 26, in case you didn’t know, is Small Business Saturday. Now in its seventh year, Small Business Saturday is all about promoting small businesses and encouraging shoppers to explore the small businesses in their area where they can find products and services that they just can’t find in the big box stores or at the major chains. We’re thrilled that small businesses get their very own day to shine. Going up against the major toy companies isn’t easy, but so far...

Thanksgiving is coming up on Nov. 24. That's a big day in most households. People are busy in the kitchen, people are watching football on TV and generally just enjoying the day and being thankful for all the blessings in their life (which, of course, is what Thanksgiving is all about).  We have some family friendly suggestions for Thanksgiving.  1. Do a Turkey Trot. Turkey Trots are fundraising runs or walks held on or around Thanksgiving to raise money for a good cause. Try and find one in your local...

We at Click-A-Brick thank our veterans here in the United States and we encourage you to do the same no matter where you live. It's not an easy job being in the military and they deserve your thoughts and gratitude this Nov. 11 and every day of the year.  Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day and falls on Nov. 11 because that is the day the First World War officially ended in 1918. It was renamed Veterans Day in the United States in 1954. (And the official spelling does...

In honor of all the emergency services personnel around the country and around the world, we wanted to give you just a glimpse of what it takes to be a firefighter in the US. Thanks to this infographic courtesy of Georgia-Pacific, you can see that it costs a lot of money to equip a firefighter. And did you know the majority of firefighters in the country don’t get paid? They’re volunteers! How amazing is that? If you are not quite old enough to become a firefighter yet, you can get...

Halloween is just around the corner! By now, you should be seeing all kinds of spooky decorations in your neighborhood. One of the spookiest things about Halloween is when you don’t have a costume ready for your little one and the big day is almost here. The best Halloween costumes are ones that people put effort into and ones that you can involve your kids in while making them. With that in mind, here is a quick and easy tutorial to make a building block Halloween costume for a boy or...

Looking for Halloween ideas? We’ve got you covered. From quick, no-sew costumes to party ideas to crafts and pumpkin decorating, we’ve scoured the internet for the best Halloween ideas. 51 Easy Kids Halloween Costumes If you like to do things yourself, but you aren’t crazy about sewing, these 51 costume ideas are right up your alley. From Space Girl to Campfire (yes, you can dress like a campfire!) to our personal favorite … a building block (!!!!) check out dozens of super easy and craft-friendly kids (or adults) costume ideas....