Saturday 1 January 2022

Best STEM Toys for your kids?

You might have seen the word STEM a lot lately when it comes to educational toys and wondered what on earth is it referring too.  No, it has nothing to do with cloning e.g. stem cells. It in fact refers to an acronym for the following words:

  • Science
  • Technology
  • Engineering
  • Math
STEM toys are educational toys, assisting kids to gain skills and knowledge in the subjects mentioned above. These type of toys have become extremely popular as it gives kids the opportunity to be exposed to these subjects while playing and enjoying themselves.

There are STEM toys for all age groups including the following:


Here are some of the most popular STEM toys currently:
(I will be growing the list ...)


From the manufacturer: Girls can build their very own unique structures with the Roominate Chateau! Using the included building pieces that easily snap together, girls can tap into their imaginations to design two‐level structures, bunk beds, balconies, a house on wheels, and other endless possibilities. Electrical circuits enhance designs so girls can watch their creations come to life with real movement, including spinning windmills, carousels, lamps, and more. Included in this 131‐piece set are 8 wall/floor panels, 52 furniture building pieces, 32 connectors, 4 arches, 4 wheels, 2 axles, a motor, string of 4 lights, 2 switches, 2 battery packs, a screwdriver, doll, pet, and 20 sheets of craft paper. Requires 4 AAA batteries, not included.


See a review of Roominate Chateau below:



ZOOB BuilderZ S.T.E.M. Challenge

From the manufacturer: ZOOB S.T.E.M. Challenge gives you the tools you need to design and build creations to solve challenges, such as hitting targets and making balls bounce. Dream up ingenious solutions for each test. Learn and apply science, technology, engineering and math (S.T.E.M.) principles. Comes with 175 classic ZOOB pieces, plus wheels with axles and rubber tires, a high-bounce ball, 24 rubber bands, 2 foam play pads, string, 26 ZOOB challenges plus 9 Bonus challenges, 5 instruction guides to build 40 creations






See a review of ZOOB S.T.E.M. Challenge below:






Snap Circuits Lights Electronics Discovery Kit


From the manufacturer: Watch and be amazed at what your music can do with the new Snap Circuits Lights. Connect your iPod or any MP3 player and enjoy your music as the lights change to the beat. Features: Infrared Detector, Strobe Light, Color Changing LED, Lighted and Glow-in-the-Dark Fans, Strobe integrated circuit (IC), Fiber Optic communication, Color organ controlled by iPod or other MP3 player, voice or finger.








See a review of Snap Circuits Lights Electronics Discovery Kit below:



Geode Explorer Science Kit - Crack Open 7 Amazing Rocks and Find Crystals!




From the Manufacturer: Formed by volcanic eruptions millions of years ago, geodes can contain a world of crystals including quartz, calcite, or even amethyst – which minerals will your child find? This science kit gets the adventure started with all you need to start a rock and mineral collection.

This STEM kit includes:
• 7 premium-quality geodes (mined in 3 different locations around the world)
• Full-color adventure guide (written by teachers)
• Activity booklet (with 10 puzzles and games)
• Safety goggles (for cracking open the geodes safely)
• Magnifying glass (to examine your crystals)
• 2 display stands (for starting your collection)



See a review of Geode Explorer Science Kit below:




LEGO Mindstorms EV3 31313


From the Manufacturer: Unleash the creative powers of LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3! Build TRACK3R, R3PTAR, SPIK3R, EV3RSTORM and GRIPP3R faster than ever before with the amazing free EV3 Programmer App on your tablet. Then use the intuitive drag-and-drop interface to program your favorite robots to walk, talk, think and do anything you can imagine. When you're ready for more, fire up the advanced programming features of the EV3 Software on your PC and Mac, or take instant control with the free Robot Commander app on your smart device or infrared remote control included with each set. Log on to LEGO.com/MINDSTORMS to access loads of cool content and interact with a huge online community of other LEGO MINDSTORMS fans. The LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 robot revolution continues!



See a review of LEGO Mindstorms EV3 31313 below:



littleBits Electronics Premium Kit


From the Manufacturer: Create tomorrow’s innovators and idea-makers with littleBits electronic building blocks. These easy-to-use Bits make creative discovery and invention a snap for next-generation thinkers, designers, and tinkerers of all ages and genders. No programming, soldering or wiring required.












See a review of littleBits Electronics Premium Kit below: