Curated educational kits that build STEM and creative skills through guided projects and hands-on learning.
Dino Garden Adventure Kit
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The Creativity for Kids Grow N’ Glow Dinosaur Habitat Craft Kit invites children to cultivate their very own dinosaur garden while fostering a love for nature and creativity. Not only does this kit encourage hands-on learning by teaching kids about plant life cycles, but it also enhances their fine motor skills as they plant seeds, decorate dinosaurs, and engage their imaginations. Perfect for parents and educators looking to combine play with education, this kit brings fun and glowing excitement into the world of gardening! 5+ years
Develops skills: fine motor skills, plant life cycle understanding, creativity, environmental awareness, imaginative play
Why we love it: Dino Garden Adventure Kit invites kids to plant seeds while decorating dinosaurs, making gardening exciting and educational—who knew nurturing plants could be this much fun?
Discover Gemstones with Our Dig Kit!
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hand2mind World of Gemstones Dig Kit invites your child into the captivating world of geology! With eight real gemstones to uncover and a hands-on digging experience, this kit sparks curiosity and fosters a love for science. As parents and educators, we appreciate how it seamlessly blends fun with learning, providing hours of educational enrichment at home. Perfect for homeschool settings or just a rainy afternoon, this kit encourages critical thinking, fine motor skills, and cultural appreciation—all while having an exciting adventure unearthing hidden treasures! 5+ years
Develops skills: fine motor skills, problem solving, critical thinking, cultural appreciation, scientific inquiry
Why we love it: Discover Gemstones with Our Dig Kit! invites kids to unearth eight real gemstones, turning science into an adventurous treasure hunt that sparks curiosity and learning.
Engaging String Slime Science Kit
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The Steve Spangler Science String Slime Starter Kit takes the gooey fun of slime-making to a whole new educational level. This hands-on kit is perfect for exploring the science of polymers, helping children develop critical thinking, teamwork, and fine motor skills while they mix colors and create their own unique slime. Parents and educators will love how this exciting STEM activity captivates and educates kids of all ages, making learning about science both interactive and enjoyable! 5+ years
Develops skills: fine motor skills, critical thinking, teamwork, creativity, understanding of polymers
Why we love it: Engaging String Slime Science Kit includes everything needed for hands-on slime-making, turning gooey fun into an exciting lesson on polymers that sparks creativity and teamwork.
National Geographic Earth Science Kit
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The National Geographic Earth Science Kit is a treasure trove of 100+ exciting science experiments, perfect for sparking curiosity in kids! As parents and educators, we know how vital it is to foster a love for learning, and this kit does just that. With activities like growing crystals, building a volcano, and creating water tornados, children will develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on skills while diving into earth science. Plus, with 10 included rock and mineral specimens, this kit makes starting a rock collection an adventurous and educational journey! 8+ years
Develops skills: critical thinking, problem solving, hands-on skills, scientific inquiry, creativity, observation
Why we love it: National Geographic Earth Science Kit includes 100+ exciting science experiments that transform curious kids into little scientists, all while having a blast with hands-on learning.
Engaging Grade 3 Learning Adventure Kit
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Teacher Created Resources® Learning at Home: Grade 3 Kit is an exciting way to keep our third graders engaged and thriving! Packed with high-interest activities designed by educators, this kit truly brings the classroom experience home. With four educational books and three sets of flashcards, our kids can strengthen their skills in reading, math, and critical thinking while having fun along the way. Choosing this kit means giving our kids the tools they need to stay on track for a successful school year, all in an enjoyable format that fosters a love of learning. 8-9 years
Develops skills: reading, math, critical thinking, problem solving, engagement, independence
Why we love it: Engaging Grade 3 Learning Adventure Kit includes four educational books and three sets of flashcards, turning learning into an exciting journey right at home.
Engaging Insects and Bugs Learning Kit
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Stages Learning Materials: Insects and Bugs Themed Kit is a wonderfully engaging resource for our little explorers! This kit features beautiful real photo cards that can spark lively discussions during circle time, decorate our classrooms, or enhance our themed learning centers. With memory games that help build memory and recognition skills and flashcards perfect for language practice, we are thrilled to provide our children with a playful yet educational experience. Parents and educators alike will appreciate how this kit combines fun with essential learning, making it a fantastic addition to any early childhood setting! 3-5 years
Develops skills: memory skills, language development, visual recognition, critical thinking, discussion skills
Why we love it: Engaging Insects and Bugs Learning Kit features beautiful real photo cards that spark lively discussions, turning learning about nature into a delightful conversation starter for little explorers.
Young Scientists Club: Future Veterinarian Kit
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The Young Scientists Club Future Veterinarian Career Kit invites kids to explore the fascinating world of veterinary science through 10+ interactive activities. As parents and educators, we appreciate how this hands-on kit encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills while kids learn to suture, create casts, and even make their own stethoscope! With fun elements like secret message viewers and animal anatomy lessons, this kit makes learning both engaging and educational. Perfect for nurturing a lifelong love for animals and science, it's an exciting gift that sparks curiosity and creativity! 8+ years
Develops skills: critical thinking, problem solving, hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, animal anatomy, creativity
Why we love it: Young Scientists Club: Future Veterinarian Kit includes 10+ interactive activities, making it a paws-itively brilliant way for kids to learn about animal care while having a blast!
Winter Sensory Exploration Kit
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The Educational Insights Playfoam Winter Sensory Kit is a delightful gateway to creativity for kids aged 3 and up. This hands-on sensory experience encourages children to develop fine motor skills through fun activities like sifting, sorting, and sculpting while nurturing their imagination with a winter wonderland theme. Perfect for parents and educators looking to spark curiosity and build confidence in young learners, this sensory kit redefines playtime by combining learning and tactile fun! 3+ years
Develops skills: fine motor skills, creativity, sensory exploration, problem solving, imaginative play
Why we love it: Winter Sensory Exploration Kit includes delightful tactile materials, making learning about winter a hands-on adventure that combines creativity with fine motor skill development.
Unlock Learning with Osmo's Genius Kit!
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Osmo - Genius Starter Kit & Little Genius Starter Kit + Early Math Adventure for iPad is a game-changer in interactive education! As fellow parents and educators, we absolutely love how this delightful kit transforms screen time into enriching learning experiences. Not only does it cultivate essential skills like visual problem-solving and creativity, but it also keeps our little ones engaged with hands-on activities that come to life on the iPad. With games designed for ages 3-10, it’s the perfect blend of fun and learning that we can feel great about supporting! 3-10 years
Develops skills: visual problem solving, creativity, fine motor skills, early math skills, critical thinking
Why we love it: Unlock Learning with Osmo's Genius Kit! turns screen time into hands-on math adventures and creativity, making learning feel like an exciting game instead of schoolwork.
Build Your Own FM Radio Kit
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The STEM Toy Radio KIT is an exciting way for kids aged 8 and up to dive into the world of electronics! With this Snap Circuits kit, children will engage in hands-on learning by building their very own FM radio, sparking curiosity and creativity. Not only does it nurture critical thinking and problem-solving skills, but it also offers a fun, interactive way to understand complex concepts like circuits. As fellow parents and educators, we know how important it is to blend learning with play, and this kit is an award-winning choice that ensures hours of educational fun! 8+ years
Develops skills: critical thinking, problem solving, electronics, creativity, hands-on learning, curiosity
Why we love it: Build Your Own FM Radio Kit includes everything needed for kids to construct their own FM radio, making electronics not just accessible but fun and engaging.
National Geographic Science Magic Kit
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The NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Science Magic Kit transforms the learning experience into an exhilarating adventure that combines magic and science! With over 100 captivating experiments, kids will not only dazzle their friends and family but also engage in hands-on learning that builds critical thinking and problem-solving skills. From bending metal with water to making snow appear in their hands, this kit fosters curiosity and nurtures a love for STEM fields in an incredibly fun way. As parents or educators, we know that blending play with learning creates lasting educational moments, and this kit is perfect for sparking interest in science! 8+ years
Develops skills: critical thinking, problem solving, hands-on learning, curiosity, creativity, STEM exploration
Why we love it: National Geographic Science Magic Kit includes over 100 captivating experiments that blend learning and fun, making science feel like pure magic in their hands!
Dino Excavation Adventure Kit
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The Educational Insights GeoSafari Fossil Excavation Kit invites kids to dig deep into the world of paleontology, sparking curiosity and excitement about Earth’s ancient past. As they use real scientific tools like a rock hammer and magnifying glass to uncover eight different fossils, children not only enjoy hands-on learning but also develop critical thinking, fine motor skills, and a solid understanding of the scientific process. This enchanting kit perfectly blends fun and education, making it a fantastic choice for parents and educators looking to inspire future scientists aged 7 and up. 7+ years
Develops skills: fine motor skills, critical thinking, problem solving, scientific reasoning, curiosity
Why we love it: Dino Excavation Adventure Kit comes with real scientific tools for kids to unearth eight different fossils, making learning about paleontology as thrilling as a treasure hunt.