STEAM Toys

Playing with toys is an essential part of any childhood. It’s even more beneficial when the toys have a STEAM focus. We’re searching for the best STEAM toys, playing with them, then sharing our reviews here on the blog. Try these awesome toys out with your kids. They will play, learn, and have a blast all at the same time – win, win, win!

Latest STEAM Toys

LEGO Classic | Children’s STEAM Toy Review

by Emily | November 13, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 2 Comments

Last Friday was National STEM Day. National STEM Day was founded on November 8th, because abbreviated it's NOV8 (innovate). For STEM Day I teamed up with a few other Instagram accounts to share activities from each aspect of STEM. Of course, I was in charge of posting an engineering activity. The...

Lincoln Logs | Children’s STEAM Toy Review

by Emily | October 23, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 0 Comments

My father-in-law gave my kids a set of Lincoln Logs this summer. I was thrilled for my kids to receive this great gift because Lincoln Logs are an awesome STEAM toy. They teach children about shapes, building, design, construction...the list goes on and on. The logs have square notches to allow...

The Whole Kid and Kaboodle STEAM Kaboodle Kit | Children’s STEAM Toy Review

by Emily | July 24, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 0 Comments

As you know by now, we are big supporters of STEAM toys at my house and I enjoy sharing them with you on the blog. I have shared many kinds of toys from building toys, to kits, to coloring toys. This week I have another great kit to share. Similar to Tinkering Toddler Crates (which we shared about...

What Makes a Good STEAM/STEM Toy? (Study by The Toy Association) & My STEAM Toy Recommendations

by Emily | July 15, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 0 Comments

Last month, The Toy Association released a new study on looking into what makes a good STEM/STEAM toy. They interviewed 2,000 parents and asked for input from over 100 Toy Association member companies. They used these insights to provide a detailed report covering these topics in detail: Parental...

Color My Worlds | Children’s STEAM Toy Review

by Emily | July 10, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 0 Comments

Building sandcastles and snow forts are one of the rights of passage of childhood. I have so many vivid favorite memories of playing in the sand and snow with my sister and brother while we were growing up. How is it possible to make playing in the sand and snow even more fun and educational? Cue...

Tinkering Toddler Crates Rainbow Crate | Children’s STEAM Toy Review

by Emily | June 26, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 0 Comments

It's summer break, which means my kids are home with me most days now. We're always on the lookout for fun activities to break up our day and change things up. I recently found Tinkering Toddler Crates on Instagram and was immediately interested in trying one of their cute crates with my kids....

Pitsco Education 3Doodler Start Learning Pack | Children’s STEAM Toy Review

by Emily | June 13, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 2 Comments

I have been fascinated by 3D printing technology since I first heard about it years ago. I've never had the opportunity to see or use a 3D printer, but I've read about them and enjoy learning about all that is possible with a 3D printer. From medical applications (such as prosthetics), to...

Play Visions Sands Alive! | Children’s STEAM Toy Review

by Emily | May 22, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 0 Comments

We were given a tub of Play Visions Sands Alive! Castles to play with and review for you on the blog. When the box arrived with the tub of sand my daughter immediately spotted it because of its bright colors and a fun image and asked me what it is. I wasn't ready to give it to them to play with...

Smartivity Super Duper Propulsion Car and Fantastic Optics Kaleidoscope | Children’s STEAM Toy Review

by Emily | April 3, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 0 Comments

When my son and I have alone time, he always asks me if we can do science. By "science" I know he means all things STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). It's exciting to me that he has started to associate STEM activities with fun time with me. Some of our favorite activities are...

Kid Wonder Box | Children’s STEAM Toy Review

by Emily | March 6, 2019 | STEAM for Kids, STEAM Toys | 0 Comments

Kid Wonder is a monthly educational craft and activity box that often features STEAM themes. It is designed for children age 3-6, which is perfect for my two kids, who are 2 and 4. The boxes feature a new theme every month, and I like how Kid Wonder lets you know in advance all the themes for the...

Do you have STEAM for Kids ideas?

Do you know of a super fun and easy STEAM experiment, a great STEAM children's book or toy, or an awesome children's museum you'd like me to feature on the blog? I'm always looking for new ideas and I'd love to have your input.

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