A fun STEM kit for kids to design and build their own playground equipment.
Playground Engineering STEM Building Set
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The Learning Resources Playground Engineering & Design STEM Set is an exciting way for kids ages 5 and up to explore their creativity while mastering essential STEM skills. With 104 vibrant pieces, including a swing, seesaw, and two energetic kids, this set encourages imaginative play and problem-solving. By following the design process of Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, and Improve, children will develop critical thinking and engineering skills that set the foundation for lifelong learning. It's more than just a toy; it's an adventure where learning and play go hand in hand! 5+ years
Develops skills:
creative thinking, problem solving, engineering skills, spatial reasoning, teamwork
Why we love it:
Playground Engineering STEM Building Set includes 104 vibrant pieces that transform learning into a creative adventure, making engineering fun and accessible for young minds.
Design & Drill My First Workbench Fun!
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Design & Drill My First Workbench is the ultimate playground for little builders! This interactive workbench allows children to explore STEM concepts while honing their fine motor skills through hands-on construction. With a real working drill and colorful bolts, kids can sort, count, and create their unique designs—all while enhancing their coordination and creative thinking. Perfect for aspiring engineers, this toy transforms playtime into a fun learning adventure that parents can feel good about! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, counting, creative thinking, coordination, engineering basics
Why we love it:
Design & Drill My First Workbench includes a real working drill and colorful bolts, turning construction into a hands-on STEM adventure that sparks creativity and builds confidence.
Gears! Gears! Gears! Treadmobiles Set
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The Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! Treadmobiles Building Set is the ultimate playground for young engineers! With 108 colorful pieces, this exciting STEM toy encourages kids aged 5 and up to unleash their creativity and critical thinking skills. As they design their own twisting and turning Treadmobiles, children not only build their engineering know-how but also strengthen problem-solving abilities and spatial awareness. It’s a wonderful way for us parents to engage our kids in learning through play, sparking their imagination and curiosity every step of the way! 5+ years
Develops skills:
engineering skills, problem solving, creativity, spatial reasoning, critical thinking
Why we love it:
Gears! Gears! Gears! Treadmobiles Set includes 108 colorful pieces that transform problem-solving into playtime, making engineering an adventure for young minds and their imaginations.
Unleash Creativity with Hot Wheels Race Crate!
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Hot Wheels Race Crate is the ultimate playground for budding engineers and racers! Not only does it offer three thrilling stunts—the Gravity Drop, Mega Jump, and Drag Race—but it also encourages young minds to build, problem solve, and experiment with designs. We love how it transforms family time into epic bonding moments, as we gather around to assemble, reconfigure, and cheer on our little speedsters. Plus, the portable design makes it a breeze to take the excitement wherever we go! 6-10 years
Develops skills:
engineering, problem solving, fine motor skills, creativity, spatial reasoning, teamwork
Why we love it:
Hot Wheels Race Crate offers three thrilling stunts, turning family time into collaborative engineering fun as we cheer on our little speedsters.
Tumble Trax: Fun with STEM Learning
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The Learning Resources Tumble Trax Magnetic Marble Run invites young engineers aged 5 and up to unleash their creativity while mastering key STEM concepts. By designing and testing their own marble runs, kids engage in hands-on experimentation that enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills, all while learning about gravity and motion. Perfect for home, classroom, or therapy settings, this dynamic toy transforms magnetic surfaces into a playground of learning and fun. 5+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, spatial reasoning, understanding of gravity
Why we love it:
Tumble Trax: Fun with STEM Learning invites kids to design their own marble runs using magnetic surfaces, making problem-solving feel like a fun engineering challenge.
K'NEX Adventure Wheels: Build and Play
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The K'NEX Adventure Wheels Building Set is the ultimate creative construction playground for kids aged 7 and up! With 480 classic K'NEX parts, children can enhance their problem-solving skills and unleash their imagination by designing everything from trucks and airplanes to amusement park rides. The real moving parts bring these creations to life, fostering an understanding of mechanics and engineering concepts. Plus, the convenient storage means clean-up is a breeze, allowing for more time to build and explore the wonders of STEM learning! 7+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, creativity, engineering concepts, fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, teamwork
Why we love it:
K'NEX Adventure Wheels: Build and Play includes 480 classic parts that spark creativity and teach essential engineering concepts, making every build an exciting journey into the world of STEM!
VTech Marble Rush Raceway Adventure
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The VTech Marble Rush Raceway Set is the ultimate playground for young builders to ignite their imaginations and cultivate vital STEM skills. With five marbles and 73 vibrant building pieces, children can construct thrilling racetracks featuring musical elements, fast tracks, and exciting launchers. This engaging toy encourages problem-solving, creativity, and friendly competition as kids build and race their marble courses. Whether you start with the easy guide or create your own unique designs, this educational experience is a fantastic way for our little ones to explore engineering concepts while having a blast. 4+ years
Develops skills:
creativity, problem solving, spatial reasoning, fine motor skills, engineering concepts, teamwork
Why we love it:
VTech Marble Rush Raceway Adventure comes with 73 vibrant building pieces that turn playtime into a thrilling exploration of engineering while igniting their imaginations.