When Jill first stared at the ROKR Bulldozer kit, it felt like a bold adventure. She had always wanted to get a dynamic model-building set, dreaming about the kind of joy they would bring to her and her little boy, who had always wanted something special.
“I gave in to my 4-year-old son’s request and built him a Bulldozer. And he was so happy!”
On a Sunny Saturday morning, she decided she was going to build this together with him. Like a loving parent would to a child, she surrendered to his eager plea and opened the kit. There was excitement everywhere as they looked at the box. Everything promised to be fun and mechanical.
The assembly process was all about fun, the surrender, and the moment of togetherness.
A Test and a Gift for Kids of All Ages
Jill had another reason for choosing this build.
“I wanted to know if an 8-year-old can really build this kit because I am planning to give it as a Christmas gift.”
In other words, the ROKR Bulldozer would be her test case to determine whether an 8-year0old could handle the kit with minimal assistance. The verdict? It was a resounding yes.
“I believe 8-year-old kids can with adult supervision.”
So, it wasn’t just about having fun in the moment; it was an investment in the future. She most probably thought about holiday mornings with creative hands, focused faces, and a sense of accomplishment upon completion.
The Build Experience
The puzzle building was an earnest one. Jill found the assembly process to be clear and simple, fitting for young kids. She relates:
“Instructions were straight forward and easy to follow.”
Photo by Jill_Francisco
As simple as it could be, she still encountered a few hiccups. She was kind enough to share them. One of the hiccups was that some pieces on Board A were extra thin, thus requiring delicate handling so as not to damage the pieces. But, there were others:
“Another thing to watch out is sanding splinters gently especially those with bends.”
Jill accidentally broke the piece and fixed it up with glue, but later discovered an extra piece was provided in the kit. The extra pieces included small parts that often go missing during the build. These extras can serve as a quick and easy replacement.
Photo by Jill_Francisco
These challenges are not documented to scare new users; after all, no one is perfect. Even the most experienced crafters may experience one or two scares. The aim is to figure out the next best thing to do and stick with it.
Jill goes on to relate:
“And the arm or drive shaft is operational/moveable. I just wished I knew beforehand which parts so I could have waxed them for smoother movements.”
The Joy at the Finish Line
“All in all, it was a fun quick build - took me around 2-3 hrs. I will definitely buy more to give as gifts.”
Photo by Jill_Francisco
Her son cheered with delight once the kit was completed. It was like a ‘mission accomplished’ moment.
For builders like Jill, seeking to purchase a kit to build together as a family, this kit is the perfect surprise for you.
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