Toys That Develop Scientific Thinking
Gross Gummy Candy Lab Kit
The Gross Gummy Candy Lab - Worms & Spiders is a thrilling STEM experiment kit that turns your kitchen into a science lab! Kids will love experimenting with natural ingredients to create their own delicious gummy candies in creepy and fun shapes. This kit not only teaches the science of natural polymers like carrageenan but also sparks creativity and problem-solving skills as young chefs concoct flavors and textures. 8+ years
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Gross Gummy Candy Lab Kit turns your kitchen into a science lab with creepy-crawly gummy shapes, making chemistry deliciously fun while teaching healthy food choices.
Exciting Microscope Science Experiment Kit
The Kids First Big & Fun Microscope Science Experiment Kit invites our little explorers, aged 4-6, to embark on a thrilling journey into the microscopic world! With an extra-wide eyepiece and a light-up stage, this easy-to-use microscope enhances viewing experiences while nurturing curiosity and wonder. The colorful, storybook-style 32-page manual not only guides children through STEM experiments but also fosters language development as they learn together. 4-6 years
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Exciting Microscope Science Experiment Kit features an extra-wide eyepiece that transforms science into an engaging storytelling adventure, sparking curiosity and wonder in young explorers.
Sparkling Soap Science Fun
Just My Style You*niverse Sparkling Squishy Soaps is an exciting at-home STEM kit that empowers kids aged 8 and up to become little cosmetic chemists. By diving into the world of soap-making, children not only unleash their creativity through colorful designs and scents but also delve into essential concepts like chemistry, physics, and thermodynamics—making learning feel like a delightful adventure! This hands-on experience fosters problem-solving skills, promotes sensory exploration, and ignites a passion for science in a fun and engaging way. 8+ years
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Sparkling Soap Science Fun allows kids to become little cosmetic chemists with a hands-on kit that makes science feel like a colorful adventure in their own kitchen!
Solar System String Lights Adventure
The 4M Toysmith, STEAM Powered Girls Solar System String Lights is an exciting DIY Mini-Planetarium that brings both science and art into the hands of our future stars. Perfect for girls aged 5 and up, this kit fosters creativity while encouraging an interest in space science. As they assemble dazzling solar system-themed string lights and explore the provided poster filled with fascinating facts, children develop critical skills including problem-solving, dexterity, and scientific thinking. 5+ years
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Solar System String Lights Adventure includes a DIY Mini-Planetarium, allowing kids to explore space while adding a personal glow to their rooms—who knew learning could be so illuminating?
Elmer's Slime Activator Magic
Elmer's Slime Activator, Magical Liquid Activator Solution, transforms the slime-making experience into an educational adventure! This all-in-one formula encourages kids to explore scientific concepts like mixtures and reactions while developing fine motor skills and creativity. With a safe, non-toxic design, parents can feel at ease as children engage in this sensory-rich activity, perfect for enhancing hands-on learning and sparking curiosity. 5+ years
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Elmer's Slime Activator Magic is a safe, non-toxic formula that transforms slime-making into a sensory-rich adventure, cleverly merging play with educational exploration.
Uncle Milton's Butterfly Adventure
The Uncle Milton Butterfly Farm Live Habitat invites children to witness the incredible journey of caterpillars transforming into beautiful butterflies. This engaging STEM toy fosters curiosity and a love for nature, while the custom habitat encourages creativity and personal expression. With a focus on metamorphosis, kids will develop observational skills and a deeper understanding of life cycles, making it a perfect educational gift for curious minds aged 6 and up. 6+ years
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Uncle Milton's Butterfly Adventure includes a live habitat that sparks kids' curiosity about nature while fostering their observational skills as they witness metamorphosis in action.
Yumology Science Sweets Lab Fun
The Learning Resources Yumology Science Sweets Lab transforms your kitchen into a playful science lab for little chefs! This exciting kit invites kids to dive into hands-on experiments to create their very own ice pops, juices, and no-bake treats—all while learning essential STEM skills like measurement and color mixing. With seven kid-safe recipes and no cooking involved, it's a perfect way to spark curiosity and exploration in young minds. 4+ years
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Yumology Science Sweets Lab features seven kid-safe recipes that turn your kitchen into a fun-filled learning lab, where sweet treats become an adventure in STEM exploration.
Dive into Splashology! Water Lab Fun
Learning Resources Splashology! Water Lab Science Kit unleashes the joy of discovery right in your own home! This exciting water science kit encourages little ones to explore volume, buoyancy, and flow through hands-on experiments that can be done at the bathtub, sink, or water table. 3+ years
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Dive into Splashology! Water Lab Fun includes seven engaging activities on waterproof cards, making science splash-tastic and creating memories—while keeping water messes contained to the fun zone!
Craft Your Own Fairy Potions Kit
The Craft-tastic Fairy Potions Craft Kit invites little creators to dive into a world of enchanting imagination! With everything needed to craft 9 unique potion bottles, children can explore 15 magical recipes, each designed to unleash creativity and inspire scientific thinking. As they mix colors and concoct special blends, kids enhance their fine motor skills and learn about following instructions—perfect for curious minds eager to experiment. 6+ years
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Craft Your Own Fairy Potions Kit includes 15 magical recipes, turning potion-making into an enchanting way for kids to explore science while flexing their creative muscles.
Crystal Growing Unicorn Adventure
The Just My Style You*niverse 3D Crystal Growing Unicorn offers a magical introduction to the world of chemistry for kids aged 6 and up. This engaging DIY kit allows little scientists to explore crystallization, evaporation, and thermodynamics while nurturing creativity through designing their very own sparkling unicorn décor. With a bonus poster packed with fun facts, it’s a fantastic way for parents and educators to spark curiosity and foster a love of learning in a stylish and entertaining way. 6+ years
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Crystal Growing Unicorn Adventure is a DIY kit that teaches kids about crystallization while letting them design their very own sparkling unicorn décor, combining science and creativity in one magical experience.
Nature Bound Butterfly Growing Adventure
Nature Bound Butterfly Growing Kit is a delightful way for our children to witness the miracle of transformation firsthand. This engaging project allows kids to nurture live caterpillars as they metamorphose into beautiful butterflies, all while exploring essential concepts in science and nature. With a pop-up enclosure that's perfect for easy observation and a STEM learning guide, our little ones will develop vital skills in responsibility, observation, and an appreciation for the environment. 6+ years
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Nature Bound Butterfly Growing Adventure transforms a pop-up enclosure into a front-row seat for witnessing nature's miracle, fostering inquisitive minds and a love for the great outdoors.
Explore and Shine: Rock Tumbler Refill Kit
National Geographic Rock Tumbler Refill Kit is an exciting way to ignite your child's curiosity about geology and the natural world! With an enormous variety of rocks and gemstones, your little ones will dive into the fascinating process of rock polishing while boosting their fine motor skills and understanding of scientific principles. The detailed learning guide not only teaches them how to polish their stones but also offers captivating facts about each specimen, turning playtime into a captivating educational experience. 8+ years
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Explore and Shine: Rock Tumbler Refill Kit includes an enormous variety of rocks and gemstones, turning polishing into a fun science experiment that sparks curiosity and creativity!
Munchkin Color Buddies Bath Water Tablets
Munchkin® Color Buddies™ Moisturizing Bath Water Color Tablets turn bath time into a colorful learning adventure for your little ones! Designed for kids 2 years and older, these vibrant tablets not only color the water but also provide essential Vitamin E and Shea butter, making bath time nourishing for their skin. By experimenting with colors and watching them transform the water, children develop sensory awareness and early scientific skills. 2+ years
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Munchkin Color Buddies Bath Water Tablets transform bath time into a colorful learning adventure while moisturizing their skin with Vitamin E and Shea butter, making it fun and nourishing!
Smash Your Way to Dino Discovery
Smashers Dino Ice Age Sabre Tooth Tiger is an exciting adventure waiting in a mini surprise egg! This engaging toy encourages kids to explore the world of paleontology while developing fine motor skills through the interactive play of tearing, stretching, and discovering hidden treasures. Parents and educators will appreciate how this toy combines imaginative play with an educational twist, teaching children about dinosaurs and sparking their curiosity about science and nature. 5+ years
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Smash Your Way to Dino Discovery comes in a mini surprise egg that transforms playtime into an exploration of paleontology, igniting a love for science with every hidden treasure.
Colorful Crystal Chemistry Exploration
The National Geographic Mega Crystal Growing Kit invites kids aged 8-12 to embark on a captivating journey into the world of crystal chemistry. With its vibrant colors and a quick-growing process, this kit enriches young minds through hands-on experimentation, teaching them about the fascinating science behind crystal formation. It's an engaging way to foster curiosity, creativity, and even the basics of geological science in a fun, interactive environment! 8-12 years
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Colorful Crystal Chemistry Exploration boasts vibrant colors and a quick-growing process, making science feel magical as kids watch crystals form right before their eyes.
Crayola Color Changing Flower Magic
Crayola Paper Flower Science Kit is a fantastic journey into the world of creativity and science! With this delightful kit, kids can create 12 beautiful wicking paper flowers that change colors right before their eyes. Not only does it spark imagination, but it also encourages learning about capillary action and the basics of plant biology. 7+ years
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Crayola Color Changing Flower Magic lets kids create 12 vibrant flowers that transform colors, blending art with the magic of science to spark endless curiosity.
Explore the Universe: Solar System Kit
The Crayola Solar System Science Kit invites children to embark on an exciting journey through space while crafting their own model of the solar system. This engaging educational tool fosters creativity and curiosity as kids learn about planets, stars, and celestial phenomena, enhancing their understanding of science. Perfect for sparking discussions about the universe, this kit not only facilitates hands-on learning but also encourages teamwork and fine motor skills as they paint and assemble their cosmic creations. 7-10 years
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Explore the Universe: Solar System Kit features hands-on crafting of a model solar system, making science feel like an adventurous art project that sparks curiosity and teamwork.
Colorful Crystal Lab Excitement Awaits!
Thames & Kosmos Ooze Labs Colorful Crystal Lab STEM Experiment Kit invites kids into a world of dazzling discovery! With 11 safe and sparkly experiments, they can grow unique geometric crystals, experiment with different chemical solutions, and even create a crystal volcano. This hands-on kit fosters essential STEM skills, helping young minds explore the science behind crystal formation while igniting their creativity through lab decoration. 8+ years
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Colorful Crystal Lab Excitement Awaits! includes 11 safe experiments that turn kids into little chemists while making the kitchen table sparkle with creativity and fun.
Creative Slime Science Adventures
The Elmer's Fluffy Slime Kit invites children to explore the fascinating world of slime-making in a safe and fun environment. This hands-on activity fosters creativity, enhances fine motor skills, and introduces basic scientific concepts like mixing and transforming materials. Perfect for group activities or solo play, this kit nurtures imagination while keeping little ones engaged and entertained. 5+ years
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Creative Slime Science Adventures invites kids to mix and transform materials, making scientific concepts irresistibly fun and delightfully gooey.
Uncover Treasures with Fossil Dig Set
The Discovery™ Colossal Fossil Dig Set invites kids to become real paleontologists as they excavate authentic fossils like shark teeth and more. This hands-on kit not only enhances knowledge of paleontology and geology but also nurtures essential skills such as patience and precision—a perfect blend of education and excitement for curious young minds. It’s like a mini adventure that helps children grasp complex subjects while having fun digging for treasures in their own backyard! 6+ years
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Uncover Treasures with Fossil Dig Set offers authentic fossils for kids to excavate, turning their backyard into a thrilling paleontological dig that inspires curiosity and hands-on learning.
National Geographic Mega Chemistry Set
The National Geographic Stunning Chemistry Set is a fantastic gateway into the world of science, perfect for curious kids aged 8-12. Featuring 45 engaging experiments, this kit enables children to experience hands-on learning as they mix, erupt, and launch their way through vital concepts of chemistry. With easy-to-follow instructions and vivid illustrations, kids will quickly grasp the scientific process while having a blast creating explosive volcanoes and launching rockets. 8-12 years
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National Geographic Mega Chemistry Set includes 45 engaging experiments that turn your kitchen into a mini lab, igniting curiosity and making science feel like an adventure.
Bouncy Ball Science Adventure Kit
Creative Kids Make Your Own Bouncy Ball Kit invites kids into a world of science and creativity while crafting their very own bouncy balls! This engaging kit not only provides all the necessary supplies but also enhances fine motor skills, encourages problem-solving, and sparks curiosity about the science behind bouncing dynamics. It's a delightful way for parents and educators to blend play with education, making it a perfect addition to classroom activities or party favors. 5+ years
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Bouncy Ball Science Adventure Kit includes all necessary supplies for crafting bouncy balls, transforming science into a hands-on play experience that packs a bouncy punch of fun and learning.
Magical Star Bath Adventure
The Large Star Bath Bomb magically creates a rainbow special effect that transforms bath time into a vibrant, sensory-rich experience. Children will explore colors, engage their senses, and enjoy a fun way to learn about the science of fizzing and dissolving while promoting self-care habits. With its moisturizing properties and delightful strawberry scent, parents can feel good knowing it's vegan-friendly and safe for skin and drain. 3+ years
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Magical Star Bath Adventure creates a rainbow special effect, turning bath time into a fun science lesson while promoting relaxation and a splash of self-care for little ones.
Glow-in-the-Dark Crystal Growing Fun
The National Geographic Jumbo Crystal Growing Kit invites kids into the enchanting world of geology as they create their own giant, glow-in-the-dark crystal. This science kit not only fosters curiosity and a love for the natural sciences but also enhances skills like patience and observation as they nurture their crystal over just a few days. An exceptional choice for parents and educators, this kit transforms learning into a hands-on exploration, making science truly sparkle. 8+ years
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Glow-in-the-Dark Crystal Growing Fun includes everything needed to create giant crystals, transforming science into a magical glow-in-the-dark adventure that nurtures curiosity and discovery.