Lincoln Logs: Classic Then. Classic Now.
When I was a kid, we didn’t have nearly the selection of toys that kids have these days. Back then, we played outside a lot. Climbed trees. Played tag.
Inside, it was all about dolls or army men. Card games or board games. Of course, we also played classics like slot cars and Lincoln Logs.
These days, packaging and the composite of some of the pieces may be a little different but the concept behind Lincoln Logs is absolutely the same.
Now, I’m sitting back and enjoying watching my girls discover the diversity of this old-time favorite. Since the girls have played with sets like K’Nex, Lego Friends and Tinker Toys for quite a while, they already have the grasp of building from a set of plans.
If my memory serves me well, the building process was the fun part. Using the various pieces to create a dream home was always so much fun. If there happened to be leftover pieces, a remodel was in order.
Once it was built, we brought in the army men and other similar toys to play before deconstructing it and starting over. Now, the set comes with a few extra pieces for playing and that’s exactly what my kids did.
Honestly, I expected to find it overtaken by Littlest Pet Shop characters so I wasn’t surprised at all to see some extra friends migrate over from other play sets.
Lincoln Logs are one of the few toys that transcends generations. They are a classic for kids of all ages. If you don’t have it in your toy arsenal yet, be sure to consider adding it. You can find various traditional sets as well a pink Lincoln Logs at Toys R Us.
Nicole
I had a Lincoln Log set too when I was a kid. But for me, the composite wood just isn’t the same. I’m glad it’s still being sold but I guess things do change over time. Oh well. But great post, thanks for bringing back a fond memory!
We always loved Lincoln Logs. My kids get the biggest kick out of them
Lincoln logs are awesome, it fosters imaginative play. I loved it then and my daughter loves em now 🙂
So fun to see a classic toy we played with as kids is now being played with by our own kids!
HA! My kids LOVE playing with Lincoln Logs. My sister and I played with them too!
My brothers played with Lincoln Logs for ages and loved them. Theirs were wood but personally I think I prefer this material now as well, it’s easier on the fingers.
My kids love Lincoln Logs, which I love. 🙂 They’re such great toys: sturdy, timeless, gender neutral, and great for all ages.
My son used to spend hours playing with Lincoln Logs. What a great timeless toy!
My son loves Lincoln Logs. It’s funny how I played with them when I was his age too!
My 3 yr old recently discovered Lincoln Logs in a box at Grandma’s house. He loves them! Santa may have to bring us some.
Very cute toys, but man do my kids lose them and leave them all over! I wish they took advantage of the bucket they came in!
We found a nice set of Lincoln Logs at our local thrift store. It was such a score. My kids love them too. Glad to know I can get more pieces at Toys R Us!
Very cool, these were my husband’s favorite toy when he was a kid!
We first got these for my daughter when she was two and she LOVES them still. They’re a great quiet activity that encourages critical thinking and they’re just fun. 🙂
My kids have a barrel o’ Lincoln Logs, but they are awful about putting them back in. I’ve almost twisted my ankle from their lack of responsibility so I’m hiding these until they are older. Lol!
we used to love those as kids, now my son loves them 🙂