Toys That Develop Engineering

Build the BAE Hawk NHS Jet Together!

Airfix BAE Hawk NHS Charities Together 1:72 Military Jet Plastic Model Kit is a fantastic hands-on project for young creators and aspiring engineers! This engaging kit not only teaches basic modeling skills but also encourages creativity and problem-solving. With 59 pieces to assemble, children will experience the thrill of building something from scratch while learning about the iconic NHS Hawk T. 8+ years
Why we love it:
Build the BAE Hawk NHS Jet Together! is a 59-piece model kit that transforms family time into a fun, hands-on engineering adventure while fostering creativity and problem-solving skills.

Build 'N Race: Thrill of Slot Car Racing

Carrera GO! ! ! 6+ years
Why we love it:
Build 'N Race: Thrill of Slot Car Racing comes with customizable racecourses, allowing kids to engineer their own thrilling races while developing critical thinking and imagination.

Engino QBOIDZ Racing Car Fun

The Engino QBOIDZ Racing Car kit is a brilliant way for kids ages 4 and up to dive into the world of STEM! As they build and experiment with ten different models, children enhance their fine motor skills and spatial awareness while enjoying hours of creative, quiet play. With its unique stack-and-click design, this educational toy transforms construction into a delightful learning experience, making it a must-have for any curious little mind. 4+ years
Why we love it:
Engino QBOIDZ Racing Car Fun features a unique stack-and-click design that turns construction into captivating hands-on STEM learning, sparking creativity and problem-solving in young minds.

Eitech Tank: Build to Learn!

The Eitech Tank Educational STEM Toy invites young builders to dive into the exciting world of engineering. With 280 high-quality steel pieces and illustrated instructions, children develop essential motor skills, boost their creativity, and foster problem-solving abilities as they bring their tank designs to life. Parents and educators will appreciate this engaging set that promotes innovation and cognitive development—an exceptional choice for guided learning through play. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Eitech Tank: Build to Learn! includes 280 high-quality steel pieces that make engineering feel like an exciting adventure, sparking imagination while developing essential skills for the future.

STEM Explorers Motioneering for Young Engineers

The Learning Resources STEM Explorers Motioneering set is a fantastic way for kids aged 5 and up to dive into the world of engineering and problem-solving! With 56 pieces, this engaging toy allows our little ones to build, test, and refine their very own STEM machines, including a catapult, trebuchet, and windmill. Packed with 8 unique challenges, it inspires critical thinking and creativity, making learning both fun and practical. 5+ years
Why we love it:
STEM Explorers Motioneering for Young Engineers is packed with 56 pieces that let kids build and test their own machines, sparking endless curiosity and creativity in engineering.

RC Plane Pilot Enthusiast T-Shirt

RC Plane Pilot Remote Control T-Shirt is a fantastic way to celebrate our budding aviators! Wearing this shirt ignites conversations about aerodynamics and mechanics, providing a perfect opportunity to inspire kids' curiosity about flight. Encouraging the love for RC planes not only fosters teamwork and coordination skills but also nurtures a deeper understanding of physics and engineering concepts. 6+ years
Why we love it:
RC Plane Pilot Enthusiast T-Shirt sparks conversations about aerodynamics while inspiring kids' curiosity about flight and engineering—perfect for those who dream of soaring high!

Launch Creativity with Estes Rocket Kit

Estes 2198 Blue Origin New Shepard Rocket-Building Kit offers an exciting opportunity for kids ages 10 and up to dive into the world of rocketry! This hands-on project not only stimulates imagination but also nurtures essential skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork as they work through the assembly process. Watching their creation soar to heights of up to 400 feet fuels a passion for science and aerospace, making learning exhilarating. 10+ years
Why we love it:
Launch Creativity with Estes Rocket Kit offers a hands-on project that inspires kids to build and watch their rocket reach thrilling heights—perfect for igniting a lifelong love of science!

Johnny Tractor Ride-On Learning Fun

The TOMY John Deere Johnny Tractor Ride-On Toy is an incredible way for toddlers to combine active play with hands-on learning! This delightful tractor not only provides a fun ride but also encourages imaginative play through its buildable engine feature, allowing little ones to explore their engineering skills as they take it apart and reassemble it. With interactive lights, sounds, and storage for their favorite toys, this officially licensed John Deere toy nurtures creativity and promotes fine motor development, making it a fantastic choice for curious explorers aged 12 months and up. 12 months and up
Why we love it:
Johnny Tractor Ride-On Learning Fun features a buildable engine, making it the perfect blend of adventure and hands-on learning that sparks curiosity and creativity in little engineers!

Creative Robot Adventures for Kids

The Thames & Kosmos Kids First Robot Engineer STEM Experiment Kit is an exciting entry point into robotics for young learners. Engaging children through playful storytelling and hands-on building, this kit helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they construct 10 unique robots. With its focus on simple machines, our kiddos can enjoy a fun, interactive way to learn about gears and movement, all while unleashing their creativity! Preschool
Why we love it:
Creative Robot Adventures for Kids lets young learners construct 10 unique robots while exploring gears and movement, making STEM fun and engaging through imaginative play.

Climb High with Geckobot Fun!

The Thames & Kosmos Geckobot STEM Experiment Kit is an exciting way for children to explore engineering principles while building their very own wall-climbing robot. With seven models to construct and a focus on air pressure and suction, this kit helps develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and scientific understanding in an engaging and hands-on manner. Perfect for parents and educators looking to inspire curiosity and creativity in advanced learners, this kit guarantees hours of educational fun! 8+ years
Why we love it:
Climb High with Geckobot Fun! offers seven models for kids to construct, transforming engineering concepts into an exciting robot adventure that sparks creativity and curiosity.

Dynamic Water Power STEM Kit

The Thames & Kosmos Water Power STEM Experiment Kit lets kids build their own rocket-propelled cars, boats, and more, all while exploring the captivating physics of air and water! This hands-on kit not only entertains but also educates, diving deep into concepts like rocket propulsion, pneumatics, and action-reaction forces. Perfect for aspiring young scientists, it fosters curiosity and critical thinking as children construct six different models, enhancing their STEM skills through playful experimentation outdoors. 8+ years
Why we love it:
Dynamic Water Power STEM Kit includes six models for kids to build, perfect for sparks of curiosity and those epic backyard splash battles while learning physics!

LEGO Technic Ferrari Daytona SP3 Adventure

The LEGO Technic Ferrari Daytona SP3 is an exhilarating building experience for passionate car lovers! This advanced 1:8 scale model brings the thrill of engineering and design directly into our homes, allowing us to explore the intricacies of automotive construction. As we assemble authentic features like the V12 engine and opening butterfly doors, we not only enhance our fine motor skills but also cultivate problem-solving abilities and a love for STEM concepts. 18+ years
Why we love it:
LEGO Technic Ferrari Daytona SP3 Adventure features an advanced 1:8 scale model that transforms building into a thrilling engineering challenge, sparking creativity and a passion for how things work.

T-Rex Walking & Roaring Wooden Puzzle

The MIEBELY 3D Wooden Puzzles for Adults - T-Rex Dinosaur Model Kits offer an engaging experience that combines the thrill of building with the excitement of movement and sound. Perfect for curious minds aged 8 to 14, this hands-on mechanical dinosaur puzzle not only sparks enthusiasm for science and engineering but also helps develop fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities. Imagine the joy on your child's face as they watch their creation come to life by walking and roaring—it's a fantastic way to inspire creativity and a love for exploration within the world of STEM. 8-14 years
Why we love it:
T-Rex Walking & Roaring Wooden Puzzle features movement and sound, transforming it into a delightful blend of play and learning that fuels every young engineer's imagination.

Dinosaur Discovery Action Model Kit

The DISCOVERY #MINDBLOWN Dinosaur Construction Set invites kids to unleash their inner paleontologist with a hands-on building experience! With 90 pieces and kid-safe tools, children can assemble three unique dinosaur models like the Brachiosaurus, T-Rex, and Triceratops, fostering their creativity and engineering skills. As they mix and match parts to create their own prehistoric monsters, they dive into the thrilling world of paleontology while enhancing fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities. 4+ years
Why we love it:
Dinosaur Discovery Action Model Kit comes with 90 pieces and kid-safe tools, letting our little builders explore paleontology while assembling their very own monstrous creations!

K'NEXosaurus Rex Motorized Dinosaur Set

The K'NEXosaurus Rex Motorized Dinosaur Set is a thrilling adventure for young builders aged 7 and up! With 255 high-quality pieces, this engaging set not only entertains but also educates, fostering essential STEM skills in engineering and architecture. As kids assemble their dinosaur creations and watch them come to life with motorized movement, they develop critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and unleash their creativity. 7+ years
Why we love it:
K'NEXosaurus Rex Motorized Dinosaur Set includes 255 high-quality pieces that bring dino creations to life, making STEM learning feel like an epic prehistoric adventure.

Lincoln Logs Tree House Adventure

The Lincoln Logs 2-Tiered Tree House Building Set is a delightful way for kids to explore their creativity while learning essential STEM skills! With over 80 pieces made from a mix of wood and durable plastic, children can build one of three different treehouse designs or let their imaginations run wild to create their unique structures. This set not only encourages hands-on engineering and spatial awareness but also fosters teamwork and problem-solving skills as kids share ideas and work together. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Lincoln Logs Tree House Adventure features over 80 pieces for building, inspiring collaborative play and turning tiny hands into mighty architects of their own whimsical worlds.

Exciting STEM Gears Workshop

The Educational Insights Design & Drill Gears Workshop is a captivating construction toy designed to ignite imaginations in children aged 3 and up. This hands-on, interactive kit allows little builders to use a real electric drill to assemble colorful gears and bolts, creating spinning reactions that delight and amaze. Not only do they enhance their fine motor skills, but they also dive into foundational STEM concepts such as engineering, problem-solving, and creativity—all while having fun! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Exciting STEM Gears Workshop includes a real electric drill that turns playtime into an exhilarating journey of building, spinning, and learning about engineering principles.

Epic Fun with National Geographic Fort Kit

National Geographic Indoor Fort Building Kit is a fantastic way for kids to unleash their creativity while learning essential STEM skills! With 225 versatile pieces, children aged 6-12 can construct anything from cozy blanket forts to grand castles, all while developing their problem-solving and engineering abilities. The innovative Flex-Tech hubs allow for easy assembly, giving kids the freedom to bend, stretch, and build their dream play spaces. 6-12 years
Why we love it:
Epic Fun with National Geographic Fort Kit comes with 225 versatile pieces, transforming rainy days into a creative engineering adventure for kids to build and innovate together.

LEGO Mars Rover Engineering Adventure

The LEGO Technic NASA Mars Rover Perseverance Advanced Building Kit is a fantastic gateway into the world of engineering and science for kids ages 10 and up. With this exciting set, they’ll not only build a replica of the Perseverance Rover and Ingenuity helicopter but also explore the challenges of space exploration. This hands-on experience fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity as they engage with realistic features like 360° steering and movable arms. 10+ years
Why we love it:
LEGO Mars Rover Engineering Adventure includes realistic features like 360° steering, making it a cosmic blend of play and learning that sparks curiosity about space exploration.

Space Adventure LEGO Roller Coaster Fun

LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Space Roller Coaster Building Toy Set is more than just a thrilling ride experience; it’s a fantastic tool for creativity and learning! This set encourages kids to explore engineering concepts as they build and rebuild three different intergalactic rides: a roller coaster, a drop tower, and a carousel. As they play, they’ll engage in problem-solving and critical thinking while also enhancing their motor skills with the intricate assembly. 9+ years
Why we love it:
Space Adventure LEGO Roller Coaster Fun includes three intergalactic rides that spark creativity and inspire problem-solving, all while keeping little builders engaged and entertained.

LEGO Star Wars X-Wing Starfighter Set

The LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series X-Wing Starfighter Building Set is a fantastic way for adults and older teens to dive into the magic of Star Wars while honing their problem-solving and engineering skills. This engaging set encourages creativity and fine motor development as you build an iconic spaceship from the beloved saga. With authentic details, including adjustable wings and a Luke Skywalker minifigure, this experience not only sparks nostalgia but also inspires critical thinking as builders explore the mechanics behind their model. 16+ years
Why we love it:
LEGO Star Wars X-Wing Starfighter Set includes authentic details like adjustable wings, making it a hands-on adventure that sparks creativity and engineering curiosity in every builder.

GraviTrax Magnetic Cannon: Ignite Creativity!

GraviTrax Magnetic Cannon is an exciting addition to the beloved GraviTrax marble run system! We can’t help but be thrilled at how it combines the principles of gravity, magnetism, and kinetics to create endless possibilities for imaginative play. As our kids design, build, and experiment with their own tracks, they’re not just having fun—they’re also developing critical thinking skills and learning about the science behind motion. 8+ years
Why we love it:
GraviTrax Magnetic Cannon is an exciting addition that sparks curiosity and allows kids to experiment with gravity and magnetism in their very own marble runs.

Hydraulic Boxing Bots: Hands-On STEM Fun!

Thames & Kosmos Hydraulic Boxing Bots STEM Experiment Kit is an electrifying way to engage kids in the world of physics and engineering! With this kit, we get to build two amazing hydraulic-powered boxing robots that simulate real-life movements like dodging, jabbing, and punching. Through this thrilling hands-on project, children not only discover the principles of hydraulics—think gears, cylinders, and pistons—but also enhance critical skills in problem-solving and teamwork as they duel against friends. 8+ years
Why we love it:
Hydraulic Boxing Bots includes components for building two interactive robots that engage kids in hands-on experimentation while battling for ultimate bragging rights and STEM skills development.

Amusement Park Engineering Adventure

Kids First: Amusement Park Engineer STEM Kit invites preschoolers to embark on a thrilling engineering journey alongside young engineers Ty and Karlie Omega. This interactive kit not only fosters STEM skills through fun and creative building projects but also enhances fine motor and visual-spatial skills as kids construct 20 different amusement park ride models. Parents and educators will appreciate how this engaging narrative and hands-on activity combine to cultivate reasoning abilities while igniting a love for learning. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Amusement Park Engineering Adventure features 20 different ride models, making it a fantastic way for little ones to explore STEM while having a blast with their creations.