The kit has pre-drilled holes in it, and T was able to push the nails into position, and with a little help from me he was able to hammer the nails into place. He was a little tentative at first, but after a few nails he was hammering like a pro. Once we had the fire truck together there were stickers to decorate it, which I think was his favorite part.
There was enough fire trucks for the 50 registered kids. After that they still had more kids and parents coming up wanting to participate. Lowe's employees were prepared and had other kits on hand for the extra children. They were not fire trucks, but still they got to build a toy like their friends.
We enjoyed our little outing today, and will definitely be attending the next one in October. Here are some quick photos I took while we were building.
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[/caption]Lowes provided goggles, and an apron for each child as well. They were able to keep these. We have been home for an hour already and he is still wearing them, even while performing his Rock Band songs for us. Maybe its a new DEVO band gimmick.
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[/caption]It was a good exercise in following an instruction plan and working step by step. The instructions were well illustrated so T could see what parts he needed to find and where the nails should go.
[caption id="attachment_753" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="T shows off his finished product"]
[/caption]Thank you to Lowes for putting this on, it was definitely fun, and we will be back for more.
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I have always wanted to take my kids to one of those Lowe's workshops but my scheduling has never worked. I think they are a great idea and will build lifelong Lowe's customers.
[...] Ken took T to a Lowe’s Build and Grow workshop. T looked so cute in his little Lowe’s apron! In the evening, Ken and I went to see The [...]
What a great thing to do together. I love it when local businesses do things like this!
That sounds awesome. I don't think our Lowes does stuff like that. Sometimes when I am doing projects around the house I think I need a build and grow workshop for myself.
I've been wanting to get my kids involved in some hands on building experience for a long time. This sounds like a great Idea. I suck at wood working and anything related to fixing things, but I don't want my kids to grow up with that same handicap. Thanks!
You have hit the mark. In it something is also to me your idea is pleasant. I suggest to take out for the general discussion.
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