St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just about wearing green and searching for four-leaf clovers—it’s the perfect time to spark creativity! Whether you’re building leprechaun traps, crafting rainbows, or designing a pot of gold, jumbo building blocks offer endless possibilities for festive fun. So, grab your extra large building blocks, put on your lucky hat, and let’s get building! 

The Magic of Rainbows: Build Your Own! 

Rainbows are one of the most iconic symbols of St. Patrick’s Day, and they make a fantastic building challenge for kids! Using jumbo blocks, create an arching rainbow with layers of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. Not only is this a fun, hands-on activity, but it also helps children learn about color patterns and symmetry.

Fun Fact: In Irish folklore, a pot of gold is said to be hidden at the end of a rainbow. But since rainbows don’t actually have a fixed end, finding that gold might take some serious luck!

Want to make your build even more magical? Place a small toy or "golden" object at one end of your rainbow to create a treasure-hunting adventure!

Build a Pot of Gold—No Leprechaun Required! 

Speaking of treasures, what’s a St. Patrick’s Day celebration without a pot of gold? Using extra large building blocks in black and yellow, you can create your very own golden jackpot. Stack black blocks to form the base of the pot, then top it off with yellow blocks to represent gold coins.

Pro Tip: Want to take your build to the next level? Hide real gold-wrapped chocolate coins inside and turn it into a treasure hunt!

If you need the perfect set of blocks to make this masterpiece, check out Biggo Blocks’ single-color sets in black, green, and yellow. Plus, for a limited time, you can buy 5 single-color sets for only $400! Now that’s a lucky deal!

Leprechaun Traps: A Fun STEM Challenge 

Legend has it that if you catch a leprechaun, he’ll grant you three wishes! While we can’t promise you’ll trap one of these mischievous little guys, we can guarantee tons of fun building a leprechaun trap.

Here’s how:

1. Build a small tower with jumbo blocks—this will be the trap base.

2. Create a fake “gold” lure by placing yellow blocks or shiny objects inside.

3. Construct a “trap door” by leaving an opening at the top.

4. Add a ladder or ramp so the leprechaun can climb up—only to fall inside!

This activity is a fantastic way to teach problem-solving and engineering skills while celebrating the holiday. Plus, it encourages kids to think like little architects!

Festive Play Ideas Beyond the Builds 

Building isn’t the only way to get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit! Here are a few extra ways to make the day extra fun:

Scavenger Hunt: Hide golden objects around the house and have kids race to find them.

Storytelling Time: Have kids use their jumbo building blocks to build a castle or leprechaun village, then make up stories about who lives there.

Green-Themed Play: Have a contest to see who can build the tallest green tower using only green blocks!

Why Creative Play Matters for Kids 

St. Patrick’s Day is a great excuse for festive fun, but creative play has year-round benefits! Building with jumbo blocks promotes:

Fine motor skills through hands-on construction
STEM learning by experimenting with balance and structure
Problem-solving through imaginative play

Biggo Blocks aren’t just toys—they’re tools for growing young minds!

Think Big, Build Bigger! 

From rainbows to leprechaun traps, there are so many ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with creative play. Whether you’re building solo or with family, let your imagination run wild!

Don’t forget to grab your Biggo Blocks single-color sets in green, black, and yellow for the ultimate themed builds. Plus, for a limited time, buy 5 single-color sets for only $400!