REVIEW: Build and Grow at Lowe's

We recently attended the Build and Grow workshop at Lowe's on the Strip. These workshops take place on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month between 10am and 11am. Upcoming projects are listed on the Lowe's website and on boards at Lowe's locations.

The kids are given an apron with their names on them as well as goggles and a hammer (you may need to request the apron if you're a first-timer). They are also given a kit which includes all of the precut pieces ready for assembly, nails and instructions. The instructions are in both English and Spanish and are relatively easy to follow for children that are able to read.

The kids made helicopters during the particular workshop that we attended and the majority of the workshops are small wooden toys.

The workshops take place in the lumber section of Lowes on folding tables. Many times participants will use the floor as well. Upon completion of the project each child is given a certificate and a project specific patch that can be applied to their apron.

Overall, I would recommend this workshop for kids between 2-8 years of age due to their simplicity and types of items created.

INSIDER TIPS:

As someone that has been to several of these workshops, I would recommend pre-registering on the Lowe's website to save a few minutes filling out a waiver form. I would also like to point out that due to the fact that these workshops are held near the lumber cutting area loud noises can be heard periodically when the saw is in use.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BUILD AND GROW:

The kids really love having their own apron and enjoy remembering what they have made by looking at their patches. They generally like what they make.

WHAT I THINK COULD BE IMPROVED:

1) The staff used to be very friendly and outgoing and willing to assist the kids if they needed it. The kids loved "Mr. Matt" and would ask to see him every time we went to Lowe's. Lately there have been a variety of people staffing the Build and Grow workshops - none of them has seemed very interested in the kids or actively providing assistance or encouragement.

2) Use a variety of tools - while hammering is fun for all kids, the little tiny nails included in the kits are hard to use even for adults.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

More information can be found on the Lowe's Build and Grow website

https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/

Reviewer: Mike, father of three children under 6.