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Simple Kapla tower model

Simple Kapla tower model

Pieces

~30

Difficulty

Easy

Time

5 min

Age from

3 years

Shared by

Kaplea
An easy first go at the Kapla tower for the youngest builders, with a base and a roof. Harder models are available on Kaplea for older children.

Building the tower step by step

Step 1: lay the base of the tower

Step 1: lay the base of the tower

It all starts on the floor. Take 5 Kapla planks and lay them flat on the ground, side by side, to form a good stable square.

Step 2: start the walls in Kapla

Step 2: start the walls in Kapla

On two sides of your base, stand a plank on edge, upright, square to the ground.

💡 Astuce : we suggest laying the 2 Kapla the other way round from the ones you have just laid, for extra stability!

Step 3: build up all four sides

Step 3: build up all four sides

Do the same on the two remaining sides: stand two more planks on edge, at right angles to the first ones.

Step 4: take the tower up

Step 4: take the tower up

Time to climb! Repeat steps 2 and 3, switching direction with every row.

💡 Astuce : you can start with 8 Kapla-heights to begin with, and add even more Kapla next time :)

Step 5: close the top with the planks

Step 5: close the top with the planks

Once your tower has reached the height you want, it's time to close it off. Lay planks flat, one next to the other, to make a solid ceiling. Just as with the base, 5 Kapla are enough!

Step 6: build the roof

Step 6: build the roof

To finish, stack the last 7 planks, shifting each one slightly, like the steps of a staircase narrowing towards the top.

Frequently asked questions

Our easy Kapla tower model takes about 30 planks (32 to 33 to be precise, depending on whether you add the final Kapla).

Little ones can use this model on their own from age 4 (even 3.5), though we suggest building it with them the first time.

Who are we?

🖼 Pol-Valentin

Pol-Valentin

🖼 Maïlys

Maïlys

Pol-Valentin and Maïlys, two Kapla enthusiasts behind Kaplea. We create models, printable sheets and guides so that every family finds its inspiration.

Learn more about Kaplea

The set we recommend for this model

🖼 200-plank Kapla barrel

The 200-plank Kapla barrel: the ideal size to get started and build every one of our easy models.

39,90 €

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Who are we?

🖼 Pol-Valentin

Pol-Valentin

🖼 Maïlys

Maïlys

Pol-Valentin and Maïlys, two Kapla enthusiasts behind Kaplea. We create models, printable sheets and guides so that every family finds its inspiration.

Learn more about Kaplea

The set we recommend for this model

🖼 200-plank Kapla barrel

The 200-plank Kapla barrel: the ideal size to get started and build every one of our easy models.

39,90 €

View on Amazon

Stay inspired!

New building ideas, exclusive models, Kapla challenges: join our community and get up to 4 newsletters a year.