Toys That Develop Experimentation
Our Top 5 Picks
Explore Chemistry with Bubble Dough Lab
Science Academy: Deluxe Bubble Dough Lab invites your kids into the colorful world of chemistry, where learning meets play! This engaging kit provides everything needed to spark curiosity and creativity, from sodium bicarbonate to biodegradable glitter, allowing your young scientists to explore essential concepts while having endless fun. With step-by-step instructions, they can create five unique bubble bars that will not only entertain but also foster skills in measurement, experimentation, and even a bit of artistry. 8+ years
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Explore Chemistry with Bubble Dough Lab allows young scientists to create five unique bubble bars, turning the joy of chemistry into a colorful, hands-on adventure that sparks curiosity.
Light Up Learning with Air Rockets!
Blue Marble National Geographic Air Rocket Toy Refill is a gateway to exciting outdoor adventures and STEM learning! With 5 innovative air-powered rockets, your kids can explore the principles of physics and aerodynamics while having a blast launching these glowing wonders into the night sky. Not only do they promote physical activity, but they also foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills as children experiment with angles and launch forces. 6+ years
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Light Up Learning with Air Rockets! includes 5 air-powered rockets that transform outdoor play into a hands-on science experiment—launching knowledge sky-high while kids run and have fun!
Mind Boggling STEM Science Kit
WILD! Science Mind Boggling Science kit opens the door to a world of creativity and discovery for our young scientists. With 11 whacky experiments like color-changing volcanoes and chemical lava lamps, this kit encourages children to measure, mix, and observe various reactions, deeply engaging their curiosity about chemistry, physics, and biology. 8+ years
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Mind Boggling STEM Science Kit features 11 whacky experiments that transform kitchen tables into laboratories, making science exciting while kids develop essential STEM skills through hands-on play.
Exciting Slime Science Adventure
The Steve Spangler Science String Slime Deluxe Kit transforms learning into a fun, hands-on experience for kids! This engaging DIY kit allows young scientists to explore the fascinating world of polymers while developing critical thinking and fine motor skills, making it an ideal choice for parents and educators. Whether you're in a classroom or at home, this STEM activity keeps curiosity alive and encourages creative experimentation with slime like you've never seen before. 5+ years
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Exciting Slime Science Adventure includes a DIY kit that transforms slime-making into a hands-on exploration of polymers, ensuring kids learn while having seriously gooey fun.
Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets Adventure
Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets Princess Playset is an enchanting way for our children to express their creativity and develop fine motor skills. With Missy the Cat and an array of royal accessories, kids can explore imaginative play while coloring and customizing their furry friends. The best part? 3+ years
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Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets Adventure features Missy the Cat and royal accessories, offering endless opportunities for artistic expression while your child learns about creativity and perseverance.
Dive Into Science with H2Ohhh! Kit
H2Ohhh! Water Science Kit invites your child to explore the captivating world of water science through hands-on experiments! Designed for kids ages 8 to 12, this chemistry set is not just about fun; it’s a gateway to understanding essential scientific concepts like surface tension, fluid dynamics, and hydraulics. 8-12 years
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Dive Into Science with H2Ohhh! Kit offers 24 hands-on experiments that turn learning about water science into an adventure, making STEM concepts both fun and interactive.
Unlock Creativity with Shrinky Dinks!
Shrinky Dinks Cool Stuff Activity Set is an exciting way for kids to express their creativity while developing essential fine motor skills. With 51 engaging pieces including preprinted designs and vibrant color pencils, your little ones can create unique 3D art that not only dazzles but also teaches them about concepts like size and transformation through the fun process of baking their masterpieces. Watching their creations shrink to one-third of their original size sparks curiosity and experimentation, making this set a fantastic addition to any art project. 5+ years
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Unlock Creativity with Shrinky Dinks! includes 51 engaging pieces that turn art projects into science experiments, making creativity a little more magical—and a lot more educational.
Microscope Fun for Young Scientists
The Thames & Kosmos Kids First Biology Lab Introductory Microscope Kit is a fantastic way to spark curiosity about the living world around us. This all-in-one kit not only provides budding scientists with powerful magnification options—up to 600x—but also encourages hands-on experimentation with prepared slides and guidance for creating their own specimens. As parents and educators, we appreciate how this kit promotes critical thinking, observation skills, and a deep appreciation for biology, making science engaging and accessible for our children. 5-12 years
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Microscope Fun for Young Scientists includes powerful magnification options up to 600x, making it a gateway for curiosity about the microscopic marvels all around us!
Spectacular Science Adventure Kit
PlayMonster Science4you - Spectacular Science opens the door to a world of awe-inspiring physics and chemistry for kids aged 8 and up. This exciting kit not only cultivates critical thinking and problem-solving skills through ten engaging experiments, but it also sparks a genuine curiosity about science in a fun and interactive way. Parents and educators will love the hands-on learning experience that transforms everyday science into extraordinary discoveries, fostering a lifelong passion for exploration. 8+ years
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Spectacular Science Adventure Kit offers ten engaging experiments that turn everyday science into extraordinary discoveries, making kids excited to explore the world around them.
Newton's Antics Science Kit
The Steve Spangler Science STEM Kit: Newton's Antics Science Kit invites children aged 8 and up to explore the wonders of physics through hands-on experiments. By engaging with gravity, friction, and inertia, kids not only grasp fundamental scientific concepts but also develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This fun and educational kit empowers parents and educators alike to inspire a passion for science in a playful and interactive way. 8+ years
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Newton's Antics Science Kit features hands-on experiments that make physics come alive, turning every discovery into an exciting adventure in learning right from the living room.
Rebotz: Fun-Filled Motorized Robotics!
Thames & Kosmos, ReBotz: Rebooted Robots 4-Pack is the perfect gateway to the world of robotics for our curious little engineers! As parents, we love how this set combines creativity with fundamental STEM principles, allowing kids to explore mechanisms like cams, springs, and levers while building their own unique robots. Each motorized model, whether it's Knox, Pogo, Scootz, or Halfpipe, not only sparks imaginative play but also hones problem-solving skills and critical thinking. 8+ years
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Rebotz: Fun-Filled Motorized Robotics! includes a 4-pack of unique models that inspire kids to design and create while learning fundamental STEM principles through hands-on play.
Cocomelon Color Science Kit Fun
Cocomelon Color Science Kit invites your little ones to explore the vibrant world of colors through hands-on experiments! As both parents and educators, we love how this kit combines essential STEM learning with the beloved Cocomelon characters, making education feel like play. With five engaging experiments, children will mix, sort, and count, as they develop critical thinking and fine motor skills, all while having a splash of colorful fun! 3-7 years
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Cocomelon Color Science Kit invites hands-on engagement with five exciting experiments that make mixing and sorting colors feel like magical playtime while building essential STEM skills.
Unlock Fun with Barbie Color Reveal Chelsea!
Barbie Color Reveal Small Doll & Accessories, Neon Tie-Dye Series, is the ultimate surprise experience for young creators! Kids will not only enjoy the thrill of unveiling their unique Chelsea doll but also hone their fine motor skills and foster imaginative play. The interactive Color Reveal process encourages curiosity and experimentation as they engage with warm water to discover vibrant colors and stylish accessories. 3+ years
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Unlock Fun with Barbie Color Reveal Chelsea! features an interactive Color Reveal process that sparks creativity while helping kids develop essential fine motor skills—who knew revealing a doll could be so educational?
Vibrant Baff Water Colours for Learning Fun
Baff Water Colours Pack from Zimpli Kids is an exciting way to turn bath time into a colorful learning adventure! These color-changing bath drops spark children's curiosity, as they observe how the water transforms right before their eyes. Not only do they enhance sensory skills, but they also encourage creativity, as little ones experiment with mixing colors and seeing what new shades they can create. 3+ years
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Vibrant Baff Water Colours for Learning Fun transforms bath time into a colorful adventure that delights the senses while encouraging creativity and exploration.
Discover Fun with Barbie Cutie Reveal Chelsea
Barbie Cutie Reveal Chelsea Small Doll, Jungle Series Tiger Plush Costume is the ultimate unboxing adventure that combines fun and education! As parents, we know how important imaginative play is for our children's development, and this delightful set engages kids in role-playing while enhancing their fine motor skills and creativity. With seven exciting surprises, including a posable Chelsea doll and adorable mini animal friend, our little ones can explore themes of nurturing and fashion. 4-8 years
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Discover Fun with Barbie Cutie Reveal Chelsea includes seven exciting surprises that transform playtime into an educational adventure filled with imagination and hands-on creativity.
Creative Fun with Cra-Z-Slimy Glitter Slime
Cra-Z-Slimy 4 Pack Glitter Slime Set brings a burst of creativity and sensory play into your child’s world! This vibrant collection, featuring purple, pink, and aqua pre-made glitter slime, offers hours of imaginative fun while developing fine motor skills and enhancing creativity. With the added glitter confetti and beads, kids can customize their slimes, fostering their ability to mix, match, and experiment. 6+ years
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Creative Fun with Cra-Z-Slimy Glitter Slime offers four vibrant colors for kids to mix and match, turning playtime into a glittery science experiment that boosts creativity and dexterity.
Explore Science with Eyedroppers & Spot Plates
Teacher Created Resources Up-Close Science: Eyedroppers & Spot Plates Activity Set invites curious young minds into the wonderful world of science! This hands-on set encourages exploration and experimentation, making learning feel like an exciting adventure. With engaging double-sided activity cards, kids dive into simple experiments with common materials, cultivating their observation skills and sparking scientific curiosity. 4-8 years
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Explore Science with Eyedroppers & Spot Plates includes engaging double-sided activity cards that transform everyday materials into exciting experiments, making little scientists feel like true pioneers in learning!
Explore STEM Fun with Primary Science Lab Set
Learning Resources Primary Science Lab Set is an exciting introduction to the world of science for our little explorers! Designed for tiny hands and big imaginations, this 22-piece kit encourages children to dive into the principles of observation and experimentation through hands-on activities. With engaging experiments like mixing colors and creating a magnificent homemade volcano, kids will develop essential STEM skills while having a blast! 3+ years
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Explore STEM Fun with Primary Science Lab Set features 22 interactive pieces to transform our little ones into budding scientists, making learning through play as exciting as a volcano eruption!
Food Science Fun and Discovery Kit
Carson Dellosa 29pc Mini Maker Food Science Kit is a delightful blend of fun and learning that will keep our kids engaged for hours! Designed for curious minds in grade 2 and up, this kit empowers them to explore STEM concepts through hands-on experiments like creating super goo and bubbly lemonade. With essential supplies like experiment cards, a mini journal, and stickers, our young scientists can develop critical thinking skills and creativity while having a blast. 2-5 years
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Food Science Fun and Discovery Kit comes with 29 pieces that make science deliciously engaging, sparking curiosity and creativity while turning our kitchens into playful labs.
Shark Experimentation Adventure
The Beast Lab – Shark Beast Creator invites children to become inventive scientists in a playful and interactive way! As they mix ingredients and follow the exciting experiment steps, kids enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills, all while learning about marine life and the scientific method. This captivating experience not only sparks curiosity and creativity but also fosters a love for learning and exploration in the world of biology and ecosystems. 5+ years
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Shark Experimentation Adventure includes hands-on experimentation that fuels curiosity while teaching kids about marine life and the joy of scientific discovery—great for future oceanographers!
GraviTrax PRO: Elevate Your Marble Adventures!
GraviTrax PRO: Vertical Expansion Set transforms playtime into an exciting journey through gravity, magnetism, and kinetics! As fellow parents, we know how important it is for our kids to engage in hands-on learning that sparks their creativity and critical thinking. This innovative marble run STEM toy not only provides hours of fun but also encourages experimentation, problem-solving, and spatial awareness. 8+ years
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GraviTrax PRO: Elevate Your Marble Adventures! encourages hands-on exploration of gravity and magnetism, turning every play session into an engaging science experiment that’s never quite the same twice.
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
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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.
Engaging Science Fun with Ooze Labs!
Thames & Kosmos Ooze Labs: Mix Your Own Slime 12-Piece Gift Set invites young scientists to dive into the slippery world of slime-making! This hands-on experience not only sparks creativity but also encourages critical thinking and fine motor skills through exciting experiments like Glow-in-the-Dark and Magnetic Slime. Each tube is a new adventure, providing kids with safe, non-toxic materials to explore chemistry in a fun and interactive way. 8+ years
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Engaging Science Fun with Ooze Labs! features 12 pieces for hands-on slime-making adventures that transform chemistry into creative play and keep little scientists thoroughly entertained.
Colorful Science Adventures Await
Learning Resources Rainbow Reactions is an enchanting science lab specially designed for preschoolers ages 4 and up. As children dive into 10 exciting experiments, they’ll not only discover the fascinating world of color mixing but also hone essential STEM skills like observation and experimentation. With kid-sized lab tools, they’ll develop fine motor skills while having fun exploring scientific concepts. 4+ years
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Colorful Science Adventures Await is packed with 10 exciting experiments that turn curious minds into little scientists, making learning about colors a vivid exploration of creativity and fun!