STEM Toys

S.T.E.M. stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, and STEM learning initiatives encourage kids of all ages to learn these academic subjects and understand how they work together. The development of science skills, technological and engineering skills, and math skills are all vital!

Many parents and educators know that students who master STEM skills understand our interconnected world, develop important life skills (i.e. problem-solving, critical thinking, fine motor skills, etc.), and have a bright future in the career of their choice. This is why STEM toys and kits make some of the very best gifts! 

Home Science Tools also understands how important it is for kids to develop STEM skills throughout their lives - and this is as true for preschoolers as it is for older kids! We've worked hard to provide high-quality STEM toys, science experiments, hands-on kits, and a wide variety of science educational toys and gift ideas that help kids, teenagers, and even adults achieve the STEM educational foundation to make their dreams come true. 

Maybe you have or know a curious 4-year-old, 5-year-old, 6-year-old, 7-year-old, 8-year-old, 9-year-old, or 10+-year-old (or perhaps a combination of many!). No matter what age you're shopping for, you can use the selection of STEM gifts above as your gift guide. 

After all, these playsets and STEM toys for kids make great gifts all year round! 

There is no limit to what you can do with STEM gifts, but there is a perfect place to start: at home, with Home Science Tools, and this excellent selection of STEM toys. As you shop our selection of the best stem toys for kids above, you'll find a wide variety of engaging, kid-friendly, and sometimes award-winning gadgets and STEM gifts for kids.

You can boost creative toolboxes in kids' minds with our:

• building kits and building sets, like the KEVA Structures 200 Plank Set or the lego-like Snapcircuits 300 Kit;
• coding kits, like the Learning Resources' Botley 2.0 (lets kids as young as 5 years old learn how to code);
• chemistry sets, like the Thames & Kosmos Chem C3000 Kit (a several-dozen piece set that equips 12+-year-olds to conduct over 300 science experiments!);
• Happy Atoms Introductory Set (which pairs perfectly with an iPhone, iPad, or an Android device for an exploration of atoms and molecules); 
• telescopes; 
• science card games (for any card and board game lovers);
• and all sorts of learning toys and engaging DIY STEM gifts for kids! 

You can also find STEM toys that are under $20, like Super Magnetic Thinking Putty, a Triops growing kit, Magic School Bus Kits, and more!