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DirectionsBeside Thomas , Who are the Most Popular Thomas & Friends Trains
August 14, 2023
While “Thomas & Friends” primarily revolves around Thomas the Tank Engine, there are several other popular trains in the show that have captured the hearts of audiences over the years. Here are some of the most notable ones: Percy: Percy is Thomas’ best friend and a small green engine. He’s known for being quite cheeky […]
Read More >All Aboard: Exploring the Fascinating World of Model Trains
June 22, 2023
Step into the captivating world of model trains, where intricate replicas of locomotives, detailed landscapes, and the rhythmic clickety-clack of tiny wheels on tracks bring a timeless fascination to life. Model trains have captured the hearts of enthusiasts young and old, offering a unique blend of craftsmanship, engineering, and imagination. In this blog post, we […]
Read More >Ideas For Your Toddlers Birthday!
May 15, 2023
A toddler’s birthday party is a special occasion that should be filled with fun, laughter, and memorable experiences. If you’re planning a birthday party for your little one, it can be overwhelming to come up with the perfect theme, decorations, activities, and food. Here are some ideas to help make your toddler’s birthday party a […]
Read More >Have a Train Themed Birthday Party!
April 14, 2023
Are you or your child a fan of trains? If so, why not throw a train-themed birthday party? It’s a fun and unique theme that’s sure to delight train enthusiasts of all ages. To start, set the scene with train decorations. You can use toy trains, train tracks, and railroad signs to create a train […]
Read More >Ames Rooms and Other Amazing Optical Illusions
April 3, 2023
Optical illusions have always fascinated people, and the Ames Room is no exception. The Ames Room is a distorted room that creates an optical illusion that makes people appear smaller or larger than they really are. It is named after its creator, American ophthalmologist Adelbert Ames Jr., who designed it in 1946. The Ames Room […]
Read More >Marble Collecting for Kids: How to Get Started
March 17, 2023
If your child is interested in collecting marbles, it can be a great opportunity for them to learn about history, art, and culture while developing their motor skills and coordination. Here are some tips to help your child start their marble collection: Begin with a set of basic marbles – Start by getting a set […]
Read More >Help Your Kids Develop a Sense of Wonder This Summer
June 6, 2022
You’ve seen the ads: two smiling kids, happily carrying their backpacks, all look in the direction that their grandfather points. Together they laugh and almost skip off in the direction of the next exhibit. But you also have lived the reality. Traveling with kids can be a challenge. Car rides and a change of routine […]
Read More >DIY Wooden Railway Accessories
May 5, 2021
Need new bridges, tunnels, and tracks?A lot of kids love their wooden railway. They are great for creativity and storytelling. Although we would love for you to come buy more accessories from our hobby shop, we get it. Adding big accessories to your track set can become quite expensive. Why not spark their imagination and creativity […]
Read More >Halloween Crafts
October 6, 2020
Are you someone who looks forward to Halloween all year? Do you love the sights, sounds, and smells of fall?? Well you’re in luck! We have some fun Halloween craft ideas just for you! Halloween Jars For this project you will need some old glass jars, Halloween colored tissue paper, mod podge, brushes, paint pen, […]
Read More >Marble Run
August 17, 2020
Looking for something fun to do with the kids?? How about creating your own marble run! It’s fun and easy to do! For starters, we have a wide range of marble products in our gift shop and at Junction Hobbies and Toys including marbles, marble games, and even self-assembly marble runs! Writers note: I had […]
Read More >Fun from home
March 21, 2020
With everyone in lock-down mode we decided to come up with some fun activities to do at home! Whether it’s educational, physical, or creative- we’ve got you covered for the perfect quarantine time fun! Virtual A lot of places are now doing virtual visits! The Smithsonian has a glider which lets you soar above different […]
Read More >Train Craft Ideas
February 15, 2020
Got the winter time blues? How about making some fun train crafts at home?! It will surely keep your little one busy and help spark their creativity! Many of these crafts are fairly simple and minimal mess! Sponge Train Start by cutting the sponges into correct sizes and shapes. (You will need rectangles for the […]
Read More >Active play birthday party ideas
May 25, 2019
What’s a birthday party without fun activities?! We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite “active play” birthday party ideas that are sure to keep kids happy and, well, active! Coal Toss To set up for this game, place a box (or two boxes if you want to race!) on the ground which will […]
Read More >Santa snacks!
December 20, 2018
Who says Santa is limited to his sleigh?! We’ve compiled a list of fun Christmas craft/snack ideas for you to enjoy! The holidays are the perfect time for baking and snacking so why not try some of these easy creations! 1. To create a graham cracker train you’ll need: -12 whole graham crackers -12 chocolate […]
Read More >Ways to spark creativity with your wooden train display
June 27, 2018
Whether you’re looking to save some cash or looking for something to keep your little one occupied, we have a few simple ideas to add some unique flare to your child’s wooden train display. Add a little bit of nature to your layout without spending a lot of money. Have your little ones make trees […]
Read More >Last minute (train themed) Valentine’s Day ideas!
February 13, 2018
Create a train Valentine’s Day box: All you need are tissue boxes, colored paper, spools/lids, craft sticks, and a small paper cup/toilet paper roll -The engine itself can be made from every day household items….tissue boxes! The longer one will go on the bottom with the smaller one on top. (make sure the slit is […]
Read More >All Aboard – 5 reasons to build your own model railroad!
May 2, 2017
Model Railroading is a unique craft and hobby suited for all ages. Some people have spent their whole lives collecting trains all the while building and maintaining the perfect layout. Then there are little ones who have watched in awe, waiting for the day they too could have their very own train set Here are our […]
Read More >Train Crafts for Kids
April 13, 2017
April showers bring May flowers, but what do you do during those rainy days in between? Make crafts of course! We’ve gathered some of our favorite train-themed crafts for your enjoyment! You can find more ideas on pinterest for rainy day fun! There are plenty of ways to have learn and have fun at the same time […]
Read More >Snack Attack
March 28, 2017
Everyone likes food…especially of the snack variety. Here are some fun and creative snacking ideas perfect for after school creations, celebrating birthday parties, or just plain fun! From cupcakes to fruit – there’s always something to choo-choo choose from! For those artistically challenged like myself… All you need is a conga line of cupcakes and […]
Read More >3 Easy Summer Crafts Your Kids Will Love
June 16, 2015
Posted by Lindsay Thompson Summer is here! That means the kids are out of school and chances are you’ve already heard “Mom, I’m bored!” a million times. Well, we’ve got some easy summer projects that will chase the boredom blues away. Not only are they super easy, they’re super fun! 1. Pine cone Bird Feeder […]
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