Description
What are Bighorn Sheep Mini Building Blocks?
A 200-piece building set that snaps together into a bighorn ram with the animal’s signature curled horns, muscular shoulders, and a rocky display base. Pieces are durable ABS plastic, CPC safety certified. The box includes a printed step-by-step instruction sheet. No glue, no tools. Open the box and start building.
Impact Photographics makes these under The Mini Block brand. The pieces are smaller than standard building bricks (think nano blocks), which is what lets the finished model pick up detail like the ridged horn curl and the slope of the shoulders at this small size. The assembled bighorn stands about 4 3/8 inches tall, good for a desk, shelf, or bookcase.
Bighorn sheep are part of the country BHPFA supports. A herd of 26 Rocky Mountain bighorns was reintroduced to the Deadwood area of the Black Hills National Forest in February 2015, and bighorns have also been spotted on the cliffs of Scotts Bluff National Monument in recent years (a return after more than a century away). This set lets you build one at home.
What is in the box
- 200 mini building block pieces (ABS plastic)
- Printed step-by-step instruction sheet
- Packaging with information about bighorn sheep
Everything you need is in the box. No glue or tools required. Impact Photographics also offers a free MiniBlock Builder app with interactive 3D instructions if the printed sheet goes missing.
Specifications
| Brand | Impact Photographics (The Mini Block) |
| Piece count | 200 |
| Assembled size | 4 3/8″ H x 3 1/8″ W x 3 3/8″ D (110 x 80 x 84 mm) |
| Weight | 2.9 oz |
| Material | Durable ABS plastic (CPC safety certified, non-toxic) |
| Age range | Ages 7+ (choking hazard under 3) |
| Assembly | Instructions included, no glue needed |
| Model | 47319-MBBM |
| UPC | 802285299335 |
Who is this for?
Kids 7 and up. The pieces are smaller than standard building bricks, so younger builders in the 7 to 9 range may want a parent close by for the trickier sections around the horns. Older kids can follow the diagrams on their own. Good rainy-day activity at a cabin, campground, or lodge.
Adults who like detailed model kits. Mini blocks have a following among adult builders who enjoy the patience and finish quality of a small-scale model. The completed bighorn looks the part on a desk, a cabin mantel, or next to other wildlife collectibles. Expect roughly 1 to 2 hours of build time depending on how comfortable you are with small pieces.
Gift buyers. The box is small enough to fit in a stocking or the top half of a gift basket. It works as a standalone gift or as the activity component in a larger national parks gift set. If the recipient likes collecting, pair it with another set from the series.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces are in this set?
200. The pieces are smaller than standard building bricks (similar to nano or micro blocks) and snap together without glue.
Is this like LEGO?
Similar idea, different scale. Mini blocks are smaller than LEGO pieces, which is why you see more detail in the finished model than you would with a same-size LEGO build. They are not compatible with LEGO bricks.
What age is this for?
Ages 7 and up. The set contains small parts that are a choking hazard for children under 3. Kids 7 to 9 may need adult help with some steps, particularly around the horns.
How long does it take to build?
Most people finish in 1 to 2 hours. The instructions are color-coded diagrams, so no reading is required once you get started.
What are the blocks made of?
Original ABS plastic, CPC safety certified and non-toxic. The pieces are rigid and hold their shape, so the finished model stays together and displays well.
Do bighorn sheep live in the Black Hills?
Yes. A herd of 26 Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep was reintroduced to the Deadwood area of the Black Hills National Forest in February 2015. The herd has had its ups and downs (a pneumonia outbreak set them back a few years after the release), and biologists continue to monitor the population. Bighorn sheep were also native to the Scotts Bluff area historically and have been spotted on the monument’s cliffs in recent years.
Can I download the instructions if I lose them?
Yes. Impact Photographics offers a free MiniBlock Builder app with interactive 3D instructions, in addition to the printed sheet in the box.
What other sets are in the collection?
BHPFA carries several mini building block sets from Impact Photographics, including Bat, Bison, Bald Eagle, and Elk.
Does buying this support national parks and forests?
Yes. BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, as well as the Black Hills National Forest and Nebraska National Forests & Grasslands. Proceeds from every purchase support education programs, conservation projects, and visitor services at these sites.
Build your collection
BHPFA carries a range of mini building block sets from Impact Photographics. If you like the bighorn, take a look at the rest of the wildlife line:
