FOX5: Popular S.T.R.E.A.M Toys
Have you heard of S.T.E.A.M? It’s an acronym that stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math, and it represents a trend in educational toys and it’s not going away anytime soon. Earlier this year at the New York Toy Fair, experts declared the next big trend to be S.T.R.E.A.M. and that “R” stands for robotics. Here are some great toys designed to ignite your kids’ curiosity in science and math.
Special thanks to our friends at FOX5 San Diego for inviting us on their morning show to share fun and educational toys with parents! If you missed the segment, watch it below.
The Crazy Scientist Kits
The Crazy Scientist Kits
https://www.the-purple-cow.com
- Each kit has more than a dozen experiments!
- There’s something for every little scientist!
- Great gift idea for friends and family.
- Available at Amazon for $20
Light-Up Picture Frame and Journal
Illumicraft Light-Up Picture Frame and Journal
https://www.educationalinsights.com
- Kids first create their own frame or journal using stickers and paint.
- Lights up conductive copper tape.
- Introduces basic circuitry and engineering.
- Available at Educational Insights for $19.99 each
My First Ball Tracks
My First Ball Tracks
- For kids 18 months and older.
- Connecting blocks lock into place, teaching kids early construction skills.
- Construct your own ball ramp.
- Available at HABA for $64.99
Go-Go Dominoes
Go-Go Dominoes
- More Than 200 wood pieces.
- Engineer a colorful chain reaction!
- Cute, little characters.
- Available at HABA for $39.99
Code & Go Robot Mouse
Code & Go Robot Mouse and Activity Set
https://www.learningresources.com
- Help Colby or Jack mouse find their way!
- Code using the activity card challenges.
- Separate activity set also available.
- Available at Amazon, Mouse for $29.95 and Set for $59.99
Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register
Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register
https://www.learningresources.com
- Kids can create their own store!
- Solar powered cash register.
- 30 actual-size pretend bills and 40 plastic coins
- 1 pretend credit card
- Available in-store at Target nationwide for $35.99
Smart Market
Smart Market
https://www.learningresources.com
- Help children learn counting, money concepts, and the alphabet.
- Encourage imaginative and cooperative play!
- Includes grocery boxes and cans, play money, coupons, a grocery list, and shopping basket.
- Available at Amazon for $29.99